Your Experience
What you can expect
Explore Dolmabahçe Palace, the biggest royal residence of the Ottoman sultans and their imperial family. Immerse yourself in its remarkable architecture and interior design while your audio guide enlightens you about the palace's rich history.
You can choose between the following options available in the order box
- Option 1: Dolmabahce Palace skip-the-line ticket and audio guide (available in 25 languages)
- Option 2: Dolmabahce Palace skip-the-line ticket and private tour
Discover how this magnificent palace came into existence by the command of Sultan Abdülmecid I and was inaugurated in 1856. Be awestruck by the world's most extensive collection of Baccarat and Bohemian chandeliers, including the largest Bohemian chandelier ever crafted. Marvel at the abundance of gold adorning the ornate ceilings.
As your tour progresses, understand the striking contrasts between Dolmabahçe Palace and Topkapı Palace, from their architectural styles to their choice of furnishings. Learn that Dolmabahçe Palace served as the final headquarters of the empire until 1922.
Must Know
- Please refer to your voucher for final information regarding meeting points, pick-up locations, and pick-up time
- Meeting point description: Vişnezade, Dolmabahçe Sarayı, Dolmabahçe Caddesi, Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Türkiye
- Know in advance:After booking, you will receive both your entry ticket QR code and audio guide link via separate e-mail from the local operator
- The audio guide is available in English, German, Russian, Persian, Arabic, French, Italian, Chinese, Dutch, Spanish, Hindi, Romanian, Ukrainian, Korean, Turkish, Bulgarian, Polish, Swedish, Japanese, Indonesian, Greek, Hungarian, Portuguese, Urdu, and Croatian
- The QR ticket will only be visible when in proximity to the venue
- You will need internet connection on your smartphone to retrieve your QR ticket
- It is not possible to skip the security lines. There could be a line at the entrance and is mandatory for all visitors
- The Dolmabahce Palace Museum is closed on Mondays
Cancellation Policy
These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.