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Dolmabahce Palace and Galata Tower Combo in Istanbul
- Duration3 hours
- GroupShared tour
- EntrySkip the line
- TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
- LanguagesEnglish
- BookingInstant confirmation
About this activity
Discover two of Istanbul’s most stunning landmarks in one experience.
Visit the magnificent Dolmabahce Palace, the last residence of the Ottoman sultans, known for its glittering chandeliers, grand halls, and Bosphorus view. Then head to the Galata Tower, one of the city’s oldest landmarks, and enjoy breathtaking 360-degree views of Istanbul’s skyline and the waters that connect Europe and Asia.
Audio guide are included and available in 25 languages: 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.
Admissions are included in this pass.
Dolmabahce Palace: 09:00 - 17:00 (closed Mondays) Galata Tower Hosted Entry Tour: 10:00, 11:00, 13:30, 15:00. (except on Fridays)
For the Galata Tower hosted entry, please be at Bereketzade Fountain at least 15 minutes before your time. Your host will carry a white flag.
What to expect
Dolmabahce Palace
Dolmabahce Caddesi, Vişnezade Mahallesi, Istanbul, 34357, Turkiye
The Dolmabahce Palace visit does not include hosted entry or a guided highlights tour. Explore the Dolmabahce Palace and Harem at your own pace with a professionally prepared audio guide available in 25 languages. The palace is open daily (except Mondays) between 09:00 and 17:00.
Galata Tower
Bereketzade, Istanbul, 34421, Turkiye
Head to the Galata Tower, an architectural landmark that has defined Istanbul’s skyline since the 14th century. With hosted entry, your guide will accompany you all the way to the tower entrance, helping you bypass the ticket queues for a smooth and quick access. Once inside, you can explore at your own pace, ascending to the observation deck where sweeping panoramic views of the city await. Discover the tower’s many historical roles, from watchtower to prison, and enjoy the unique vantage point it offers over Istanbul’s sprawling skyline. Meet your host in front of the Bereketzade Fountain, right beside the Galata Tower, and arrive at least 15 minutes before your selected time. Host will be holding a white flag.
Pickup & meeting point
There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.
Start
Dolmabahce Palace
End / drop-off
This activity ends back at the starting point.
Dolmabahce Palace
Redemption
Indirect delivery
Please consider the operating hours of the attractions included in this combo. Your QR ticket will be sent to you via email. Galata Tower hosted entry is available every day except Friday at 10:00, 11:00, 13:30, and 15:00. Meet your host in front of the Bereketzade Fountain, right beside the Galata Tower, and arrive at least 15 minutes before your selected time. Host will be holding a purple and fuchsia umbrella.
What's included
Included
- Skip-the-ticket-line entry to Galata Tower and Dolmabahce Palace Museum
- Audio guide available in 25 languages
- Flexible exploration time at both sites
- Hosted Entry for Galata Tower
- Entrance to the Harem Section of Dolmabahce Palace
Not included
- Guided tour for Dolmabahce Palace
Good to know
Accessibility & suitability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Traveller requirements
- Minimum 1 traveller per booking
- Maximum 15 travellers per booking
- Age bands: Adult (0–99)
Languages
- Audio
- English
- Written
- English
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 1+ days before100% refund
- 0–1 days before0% refund
Important booking information
- Booking cut-off
- Bookings close 1 hour before the activity starts.
- Confirmation
- Confirmed immediately after booking.
- Tickets
- One per booking
- Local time zone
- Europe/Istanbul
- Product code
- 6903P67
What you'll be asked when booking
- Age of each traveller
- First name of each traveller
- Last name of each traveller
- Any special requirements
Traveller reviews
4.0/ 52 reviews
Ratings aggregated from Viator (1) and Tripadvisor (1).
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Activity information provided by Viator, an authorized travel partner. Gateera does not operate this activity.