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Dolmabahce Palace Private Tour: Explore History, Culture & Scenic Food Markets
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4 Ratings
Beşiktaş
Embark on a 7-hour private tour of Dolmabahce Palace and immerse yourself in the rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning scenery of Istanbul. Discover the opulence of the palace, explore the Spice Market, and admire the architectural wonders of Istiklal street.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Dolmabahçe Palace - A stunning 19th-century palace that combines Baroque, Rococo, and Neoclassical architectural styles. It served as the administrative center of the Ottoman Empire until 1922.
- Besiktas - The vibrant neighborhood of Besiktas is where we will visit Dolmabahce Palace and see the famous stadium of the Besiktas football team.
- Egyptian Bazaar - Known as the Egyptian Bazaar in Turkish, the Spice Market is one of Istanbul’s oldest covered bazaars. During the Ottoman period, it was a bustling trade hub with goods from the Anatolian heartland and former Ottoman territories, from the Balkans to the Arabian Peninsula. It’s the best place to sample Turkish delights, various spices, nuts, and dried fruits.
- Eminonu Square - Eminonu Square is mainly known for the Spice Bazaar, New Mosque, and Eminonu Pier, as it is located next to the Galata Bridge.
- Taksim Square - Taksim Square represents the modern face of Istanbul and was mostly inhabited by non-Muslims during the Ottoman period.
- KadIkoy Sali Pazari - Kadiköy food market is a paradise for food lovers with its colorful eateries, cafes, and stores. From organic fruits and vegetables to Turkish sweets, fresh fish to spices, you’ll experience authentic food among locals and learn about diverse Turkish cuisine and its culinary traditions.
- Bosphorus Strait - The Bosphorus Strait, dividing the European and Asian sides of Turkey, is one of the world’s busiest waterways. Europe lies on one side and Asia on the other, with both shores lined with Ottoman palaces, lush gardens, historic seafront mansions, and numerous attractions.
What's Included
- Meeting at the Hotel (alternatively)
- Private Tour
- Private Guiding Service by an Expert Tour Guide
- Skip-the-Line Priority
What's Not Included
- Lunch & Drinks
- Museum tickets
- Public ferry tickets
- Gratuities
- Transportation
Additional Information
This 7-hour tour provides a blend of history, culture, and stunning scenery. Enjoy breathtaking views of the city’s remarkable buildings, fortresses, Ottoman waterfront mansions, and verdant gardens. Discover the rich history of the luxurious Dolmabahce Palace. Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of spices and aromatic herbs at the Spice Market. Admire the 19th-century Neo-Classical and Art Nouveau architecture in Karaköy.
Location
Dolmabahçe Palace
Dolmabahçe Caddesi
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Brian_m
May 24, 2024
Our guide, Isil, was... - Our guide, Isil, was awesome! Her tour pace was great & she was so knowledgeable & very personable. The Palace was beautiful & exploring the spice market was a real treat!
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Karen_b
Jan 19, 2024
Exploring the Streets of Istanbul - Had a fantastic day exploring Istanbul with Ozge. She gave so much history and insight. We loved being able to cross town via multiple forms of public transportation and walk the streets of Istanbul. Seeing Dolmabahce Palace after exploring the Topkapi Palace was perfect as you could see the differences in palace life across centuries. Not recommended for older travelers as it is a lot of walking and traversing the city. But perfect for younger travelers wanting to explore much of the city on foot.
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Marumuhech
Sep 29, 2023
Best spent time and money on a trip! - We hd the most amazing time in Istanbul thanks to our guide Hatice.
We had a private tour for 3 days and It was wonderful.
This was the best way to spend our precious time in Istanbul.
We where able to cover most of the well known sights of Istanbul thanks to our wonderful guide expertise.
Hatice is really fluent in English and Spanish which worked perfect for our small group of 4.
We all loved out tours .
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Adam
Jun 29, 2022
Family trip to Istanbul - Our family had a great experience with Emre as our guide. We spent 4.5 days on a custom tour through many sites in Istanbul. Emre was able to facilitate everything, finding great restaurants, aligning private transportation and one of the highlights, a boat tour. Our family had a great experience and hopes to see Emre and Istanbul again in the future.
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