Topkapi Palace Skip-The-Line Entry with Guided Tour

Worth the money, time and effort!

Great experience- worth the time and energy. Holy relics had our prophets stuff ( sandals, foot print , beard) and the khulafa rashedeen s swords , Fatima’s garment . These were interesting to see. Topkapi palace is worth visiting The guide told us where everything was so that was helpful.

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No audio guide provided

Everything was good. But after one hour of guidance we were left to ourselves. We have never got an audio guide with a choice of language we were promised by your site

Response from the operator: Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are glad to hear that everything was good overall. We would like to clarify that the experience you booked is a **1.5-hour Highlights Guided Tour**. As clearly stated in the tour description, after the guided portion, guests are given **free time to continue exploring the attraction independently** and use the audio guide at their own pace. The audio guide access details are provided in your **booking confirmation email**, and you can also access the audio guide and your booking details through the **Manage Booking** section in the Istanbul Tourist Pass® app. We also provide this information in the **“Know Before You Go”** section of the tour details, where guests are advised to **download the audio guide before the tour**. This is recommended because, due to the structure of the palace, there may be limited or no mobile signal in certain areas, which can affect access to online content. Therefore, after the guided Highlights Tour, guests are able to continue exploring the palace during their free time with the audio guide. If you experienced any difficulty accessing the audio guide during your visit, you could also have contacted our support team, and we would have been happy to provide the access details and assist you. We are sorry to hear that you were unable to use the audio guide as expected, but we hope this clarification helps explain the structure of the experience and the information provided to guests before the tour. Best regards, Istanbul Tourist Pass® – The most extensive all-in-one digital city pass, offering access to 120+ attractions, guided tours, skip-the-line entries, and unforgettable experiences across Istanbul.

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Sorry very disappointing

Good: Started on Time, English Speaking Guide Bad: Not worth it. Details: I rarely leave negative reviews, but unfortunately this tour was disappointing. The biggest selling point was "skip the line", but there was no real line to skip. We visited during peak summer season, and there were only a few people waiting to buy tickets and almost no wait at the entrance. If you purchase your ticket directly at the site, you also receive a free audio guide, which is not included with this tour. The guided portion actually slowed the experience down. A significant amount of time was spent outside covering information that felt unrelated or unnecessary, while very little of the commentary added anything beyond what the free audio guide provides. In hindsight, I would recommend visiting on your own. You'll likely move at your own pace, save time, and still learn everything the site has to offer using the complimentary audio guide.

Response from the operator: Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We are sorry to hear that the experience did not fully meet your expectations, although we are glad to hear that the tour started on time and that you found the English-speaking guide satisfactory. We would like to clarify the structure of the experiences offered, as the Pass provides different options depending on the type of tour selected. For the **Fast Track Entry**, the experience includes a short introduction and hosted entry to the attraction, followed by **self-exploration with the audio guide**. This option is designed for guests who prefer to explore independently at their own pace while still benefiting from the hosted entry and audio guide. If you booked the **1.5-hour Highlights Guided Tour**, this is a different experience and includes a **live guided tour with an English-speaking guide**. After the guided Highlights Tour, guests are also given free time to continue exploring the attraction independently and may continue using the audio guide if they wish. Regarding the skip-the-line benefit, waiting times naturally vary depending on the date and time of the visit. While there may have been little or no queue during your particular visit, the benefit is intended to avoid the regular ticketing process and provide hosted access, particularly during busier periods. We understand that some guests may prefer to explore independently, while others prefer a live guide. Both options are therefore available to accommodate different preferences. We appreciate your feedback and hope this clarification provides a better understanding of the experience included with your booking. Best regards, Istanbul Tourist Pass® – The most extensive all-in-one digital city pass, offering access to 120+ attractions, guided tours, skip-the-line entries, and unforgettable experiences across Istanbul.

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Topkapi Palace Skip the Line Tour

I couldn't arrive on time as it's been several years since I last visited Istanbul and was kind of difficult to reach on time. However, from God's Grace I was lucky to find another guide for the same company who gladly, and generously, made the tour for me and another tourist!

Response from the operator: Dear Guest, Thank you for your valuable feedback. Providing our guests with a smooth and memorable experience while discovering the rich history and culture of Istanbul is always our priority. We are honored to have been part of your journey. Best regards, Istanbul Tourist Pass® – The most extensive all-in-one digital city pass, offering access to 120+ attractions, guided tours, skip-the-line entries, and unforgettable experiences across Istanbul.

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wrong directions

The map provided by Viator was absolutely incorrect and we missed our tour. we used other services through via tour and it was wonderful, but this experience was unfortunate and we paid for a tour we couldn’t go on.

Response from the operator: Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are sorry to hear that you missed your tour. We would like to clarify that the correct meeting point is clearly provided in both the confirmation email and the reminder email sent before the tour. If there is any uncertainty regarding the meeting location, our support team is available to assist guests prior to the tour. We regret that you were unable to join the experience and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you on one of our tours in the future. Kind regards, Istanbul Tourist Pass Team

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