Topkapi Palace is open six days a week and is closed on Tuesdays. Visitors with Istanbul E-pass can join an English-speaking guided tour with the entrance ticket included.
Quick Answer:
Topkapi Palace is open on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
It is closed every Tuesday.
What Days Is Topkapi Palace Open?
Topkapi Palace is open six days a week. Tuesday is the regular closing day.
| Day |
Status |
| Monday |
Open |
| Tuesday |
Closed |
| Wednesday |
Open |
| Thursday |
Open |
| Friday |
Open |
| Saturday |
Open |
| Sunday |
Open |
Is Topkapi Palace Open on Monday?
Yes. Topkapi Palace is open on Mondays. Istanbul E-pass also offers guided tour times during the day.
Is Topkapi Palace Open on Sunday?
Yes. Topkapi Palace is open on Sundays. Weekends can be busy, so an earlier visit is usually more comfortable.
Topkapi Palace Tour Times with Istanbul E-pass
Istanbul E-pass includes a Topkapi Palace guided tour with ticket. Several tour times are available during the day.
Important: Guided tour times may change depending on the day. Check the latest timetable before your visit.
See the current
Istanbul E-pass guided tour timetable.
How Does Topkapi Palace Entry Work with Istanbul E-pass?
Visitors with Istanbul E-pass join the palace with an Istanbul E-pass guide. Arrive at the meeting point around 10 minutes before the tour starts. The guide meets visitors near the main entrance of Topkapi Palace. The guided tour is in English. See ticket, meeting point and visit details on the
Topkapi Palace Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
page.
How Long Does the Topkapi Palace Guided Tour Take?
The Istanbul E-pass guided tour takes around 1 hour. Visitors can spend more time inside the palace after the guided part of the visit. Before your visit, you can also read
what to see inside Topkapi Palace.
Is the Harem Included with Istanbul E-pass?
No. The Harem section is not included with the Istanbul E-pass Topkapi Palace ticket. A separate ticket is required to visit the Harem.
What Is the Best Time to Visit Topkapi Palace?
The morning is usually the best time to visit Topkapi Palace. An early visit gives you more time inside the palace and more time to visit nearby attractions on the same day.
Tip: Choose one of the earlier Istanbul E-pass guided tours if you plan to visit several attractions in Sultanahmet.
What Attractions Are Near Topkapi Palace?
Topkapi Palace is in the Sultanahmet area. Hagia Sophia, Hagia Irene, Istanbul Archaeological Museums, Basilica Cistern and Blue Mosque are all nearby. You can combine several of these attractions on the same day.
Visit Topkapi Palace with Istanbul E-pass
Istanbul E-pass includes Topkapi Palace Museum admission with an English-speaking guided tour. Check the latest tour time before your visit.
View Topkapi Palace with Istanbul E-pass