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Itinerary
- Suggested Start Time: Flexible between 09:00 and 11:30. Your private guide will meet you at your hotel, and you will set off in a comfortable private vehicle towards Dolmabahçe Palace.
- Visit Dolmabahçe Palace: Explore the grand halls, including the Crystal Staircase and Ceremonial Hall, as well as art-filled rooms. Approximate visit duration: 2 hours.
- Visit the Palace Collections Museum: Discover rare Ottoman treasures and artifacts. Approximate visit duration: 1 hour.
- Optional Dining Experience at Feriye Lokantası: Enjoy Ottoman-inspired cuisine with stunning Bosphorus views at Feriye Lokantası. Reservations can be made upon request; expenses are not included in the tour price. Approximate duration: 1.5 hours.
- Return to your hotel: After your visits, your private transfer will take you back to your hotel.
Highlights
- Dolmabahçe Palace: Wander through the luxurious halls and rooms, including the stunning Crystal Staircase and Ceremonial Hall.
- Palace Collections Museum: Explore rare artifacts, royal treasures, and personal items of the Ottoman elite.
- Feriye Lokantası (Optional): Indulge in Ottoman-inspired dishes with a breathtaking Bosphorus view (reservation upon request).
- Tailored Guiding Experience: Accompanied by a licensed local guide fluent in your preferred language, ensuring a seamless and informative journey.
Includes
- Private transfer throughout the tour
- Licensed Local Guide in Your Preferred Language
- Entrance fees to Palace Collections Museum
- Drinks on the transfer vehicle (water, sparkling water)
- Entrance fees to Dolmabahçe Palace
- Specific vehicle request for transfer (additional fee applies)
- Dining at Feriye Lokantası (restaurant reservation available upon request)
- Personal expenses, including dining
Details
Step into the opulent world of the Ottoman Empire with the Royal Residences half-day tour. Begin your journey at Dolmabahçe Palace, an architectural masterpiece that symbolizes the modernization of the Ottoman Empire in the 19th century. Stroll through the grand halls, marvel at the Crystal Staircase, the majestic Ceremonial Hall, and the art-rich rooms that tell the story of the sultans' luxurious lifestyle.
After exploring the palace, continue your journey to the Palace Collections Museum, where you’ll discover rare royal treasures and personal artifacts that once belonged to the Ottoman elite. This collection offers a rare glimpse into the lives of the sultans and their court.
To complete this extraordinary experience, enjoy an optional meal at Feriye Lokantası, a restaurant located within the historic Feriye Palace, offering Ottoman-inspired cuisine with stunning views of the Bosphorus (reservation available upon request; dining expenses not included in the tour price).
Know Before You Go
- Recommended Start Time: Between 09:30 and 11:00.
- Duration: 4-5 hours.
- Dress Code: Comfortable attire suitable for walking.
- What to Bring: Comfortable shoes, camera, cash or credit card for personal purchases
- Itinerary may vary: Based on local conditions and guide recommendations.
- Restaurant Reservation: Available upon request. Dining expenses not included in the tour price.
What To Bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Camera for capturing stunning moments
- Cash or credit card for personal purchases
