Topkapı Palace
Walking tour in Istanbul, Turkey
15
minutes
New tour
7
stops
The grand vizier who dined with the sultan and never woke up, the captive who moved the Harem, a servant with a pan of ashes, envoys held by both arms, the dagger that never reached the shah, and the sultan who banned coffee. Starts at the Gate of Salutation and ends on the terrace over the Golden Horn.
What you'll hear
What this tour offers
- Self-guided walking tour
- 7 stops, with directions between each
- 15 minutes of narration
- Keeps playing with your phone locked
- Yours to keep, replay anytime
- Earns your Istanbul passport stamp
Where you'll be
Cankurtaran, Babıhümayun Cd., 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Things to know
Entry ticket
Book entry to the site separately. The tour doesn’t include one.
Listening
Best with headphones. Download it in the app to listen offline.
Questions
Who lived in the Topkapı Palace Harem?
The sultan's mother, wives, concubines, children and servants, guarded by eunuchs. They moved in after 1541, when Suleiman's wife Hürrem led the way. Read the story
How long is the Topkapı Palace audio tour?
About 15 min of listening across 7 stops, at your own pace. You can pause and resume at any time.
How much does it cost?
The tour costs $4.99 USD. Your first tour in the app is free.
Do I need to book in advance?
No booking needed. Download the Trevlo app, purchase the tour, and start listening whenever you arrive. Download it in the app first if you'll be without data.
What language is the tour in?
The tour is narrated in English.