# Combo: Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise + Topkapi Palace Tickets/Hagia Sophia Tour - **Activity Name**: Combo: Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise + Topkapi Palace Tickets/Hagia Sophia Tour - **Rating**: 4.2 (91 reviews) - **Location**: Binbirdirek, Dsign Cafe, At Meydanı Cd, Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye - **City**: Istanbul - **State**: IB - **Country**: Turkey - **Duration**: 24 Hours - **Activity URL**: https://allevents.in/istanbul/things-to-do/combo-istanbul-bosphorus-cruise-topkapi-palace-tickets-hagia-sophia-tour-aidma6jpm4 ## About this Activity Your Experience Visit the Topkapi Palace The Topkapı Palace, also known as the Seraglio, is a large museum in Turkey. It served as the administrative center of the Ottoman Empire for a very long time. Receive a crash course about the history of the once-mighty Ottoman Empire by skipping the snaking queues with this combo ticket. Learn more about this palace that served as the Turkish sultanate’s home for centuries with an audio guide, available in ten languages. Discover Ottoman significance through the interiors of this magnificent place, a paradise for history enthusiasts. The palace is an abode to the imperial collections of the Ottoman Empire. The ornate structure, decorated domed ceilings, and lavish hallways are architectural marvels. The courtyards with their beautiful gardens, pavilions, kiosks, and terraces reflect fascinating tales of this Turkish empire. Historian Guided Tour of Hagia Sophia Travel back in time and experience the story of the ancient Hagia Sophia on a partly-guided tour in Istanbul. Admire the coexistence of Byzantine and Ottoman art pieces as you walk your way through the renowned Hagia Sophia. Explore its impressive Dome, featuring 40 windows and the Wishing Column (with rumored healing effects)! Learn about the genius of Byzantine architecture and art with the power of storytelling, thanks to your expert English-speaking historian tour guide. After a 1-hour long guided tour, feel free to explore the museum at your own pace. Did you know? Hagia … ## Pricing - **Starting Price**: TRY 4,965 - **Currency**: TRY ## Essential Information - **Location**: Binbirdirek, Dsign Cafe, At Meydanı Cd, Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye - **Address**: Istanbul, IB, Turkey - **Coordinates**: 41.0065071, 28.97542 ## About the place Visit the Topkapi Palace The Topkapı Palace, also known as the Seraglio, is a large museum in Turkey. It served as the administrative center of the Ottoman Empire for a very long time. Receive a crash course about the history of the once-mighty Ottoman Empire by skipping the snaking queues with this combo ticket. Learn more about this palace that served as the Turkish sultanate’s home for centuries with an audio guide, available in ten languages. Discover Ottoman significance through the interiors of this magnificent place, a paradise for history enthusiasts. The palace is an abode to the imperial collections of the Ottoman Empire. The ornate structure, decorated domed ceilings, and lavish hallways are architectural marvels. The courtyards with their beautiful gardens, pavilions, kiosks, and terraces reflect fascinating tales of this Turkish empire. Historian Guided Tour of Hagia Sophia Travel back in time and experience the story of the ancient Hagia Sophia on a partly-guided tour in Istanbul. Admire the coexistence of Byzantine and Ottoman art pieces as you walk your way through the renowned Hagia Sophia. Explore its impressive Dome, featuring 40 windows and the Wishing Column (with rumored healing effects)! Learn about the genius of Byzantine architecture and art with the power of storytelling, thanks to your expert English-speaking historian tour guide. After a 1-hour long guided tour, feel free to explore the museum at your own pace. Did you know? Hagia Sophia was once … ## Highlights Save big with this combo ticket as you experience the best of Turkey with a visit to Topkapi Palace and enjoy a Bosphorus cruise.Skip the lines at Topkapi Palace and enlighten yourselves about the 15th-century Ottoman Empire with the audio guide app available in 10 languages.Learn more about the priceless jewels and rich living quarters in the palace with its opulent architecture.If you choose the variant with the Hagia Sophia guided tour, an expert English-speaking guide will greet you and guide you through the mosque.Learn about Byzantine art and architecture during your 1-hour guided tour. Post this you are free to explore the mosque on your own.The 1.5-hour cruise along the Bosphorus Strait will let you enjoy panoramic views of Istanbul.Gain more insight into the places you pass by such as the Bosphorus Bridge and the dome of Hagia Sophia, with the help of a free audio guide, available in 10 languages. ## Inclusions & Exclusions InclusionsExclusionsSkip-the-line entry into Topkapi PalaceAudio guide in English, German, French, Russian, Italian, Spanish, Polish, Arabic, Chinese, and Turkish.The services of a representative who will lead you to the entrance1-hour English guided tour by a historian1.5-hour cruiseAudio guide in English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, Arabic, and Chinese.Entrance to the HaremGuideEarphonesEntrance feeSkip-the-line entry into Topkapi PalaceAudio guide in English, German, French, Russian, Italian, Spanish, Polish, Arabic, Chinese, and Turkish.The services of a representative who will lead you to the entrance1-hour English guided tour by a historian1.5-hour cruiseAudio guide in English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, Arabic, and Chinese.Entrance to the HaremGuideEarphonesEntrance fee ## Additional Information Cancellation is allowed up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time. Variant-specific cancellation policies may apply. ## Frequently Asked Questions - **Q**: Important Information - **A**: Topkapi Palace - **Q**: Audio Guide App Instructions - **A**: - The audio guide is available in English, German, French, Russian, Italian, Spanish, Polish, Arabic, Chinese, and Turkish. - Your audio guide instructions will be shared in your voucher. - There is limited internet at the museum/pier so please download the app before your visit. - The app does not require internet once it has been downloaded (ensure you have activated GPS). - Please carry your own headphones for the best audio experience. - **Q**: Audio Guide App Instructions: - **A**: - Go to Apple or Play Store and search for 'YourMobileGuide'. Download the app. - Open the App and select 'All Audio Tours'. Select Turkey, then Istanbul, and search for 'Bosphorus Cruise.’ - You'll receive your redemption code from the ticket window. - Please note: There is limited internet at the pier so please download the app before the tour. - The app does not require internet once it has been downloaded but ensure you have activated GPS. - **Q**: Timings - **A**: Topkapi Palace ## Gallery - **Alt text**: Combo: Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise + Topkapi Palace Tickets/Hagia Sophia Tour - Banner - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/0d/cd20c4176e47139f466e0a4e9b5db3/image.jpg - **Alt text**: Combo: Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise + Topkapi Palace Tickets/Hagia Sophia Tour - Photo 1 - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/2f/67ab98a9cd4cbebb42ca95926e3026/image.jpg - **Alt text**: Combo: Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise + Topkapi Palace Tickets/Hagia Sophia Tour - Photo 2 - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/de/627fd1c7ac423182a2982c778fded7/image.jpg - **Alt text**: Combo: Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise + Topkapi Palace Tickets/Hagia Sophia Tour - Photo 3 - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/71/4bf8c432774bcbbab1915324540c23/image.jpg - **Alt text**: Combo: Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise + Topkapi Palace Tickets/Hagia Sophia Tour - Photo 4 - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/03/5272c0caa14b0b9eebc0ecb3067ceb/image.jpg - **Alt text**: Combo: Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise + Topkapi Palace Tickets/Hagia Sophia Tour - Photo 5 - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/ce/2d8a17313345c9adab519845dbe295/image.jpg - **Alt text**: Combo: Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise + Topkapi Palace Tickets/Hagia Sophia Tour - Photo 6 - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/23/37dcd265634423a441d3470c6afbe1/image.jpg - **Alt text**: Combo: Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise + Topkapi Palace Tickets/Hagia Sophia Tour - Photo 7 - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/b1/e1e08f256d44fdb0a95764962422cd/image.jpg - **Alt text**: Combo: Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise + Topkapi Palace Tickets/Hagia Sophia Tour - Photo 8 - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/2c/a31f2146b7466ba6273497761625c7/image.jpg - **Alt text**: Combo: Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise + Topkapi Palace Tickets/Hagia Sophia Tour - Photo 9 - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/19/feee08a1074a0aa5032e73ff4aae34/image.jpg ## Activity Tags - **Tags**: City Tours, Historical, Cultural, Audio Guides, Walking Tours, Museums ## Popular Events in Istanbul - **Event Name**: Teacher 2026 – International Teaching Conference, 04-05 October, Istanbul - **Date**: Sun, 04 Oct at 09:00 am - **Location**: Nippon Hotel - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/istanbul/teacher-2026-international-teaching-conference-04-05-october-istanbul-tickets/80002735847051 - **Event Name**: STRA International Conference on Engineering & Technology, 05-06 October 2026, Istanbul - **Date**: Mon, 05 Oct at 09:00 am - **Location**: Nippon Hotel - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/istanbul/stra-international-conference-on-engineering-and-technology-05-06-october-2026-istanbul-tickets/80003014656606 - **Event Name**: BORIS BREJCHA | ISTANBUL | 26.09.2026 - **Date**: Sat, 26 Sep at 05:00 pm - **Location**: Istanbul - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/istanbul/boris-brejcha-istanbul-26092026/200029610561932 ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Product", "name": "Combo: Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise + Topkapi Palace Tickets/Hagia Sophia Tour", "description": "Your Experience\nVisit the Topkapi Palace\nThe Topkapı Palace, also known as the Seraglio, is a large museum in Turkey. 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