Shore Excursion Details

Dolmabahce Palace & Taksim Square

Istanbul, Turkey

Dolmabahce Palace & Taksim Square

DETAILS

  • 31/2
    hrs Estimate Duration
  • Shopping

Start your day with the highlight of the tour, the Dolmabahce Palace through the Imperial Gate. Built in 1856, the palace sits on 62 acres and consists of 285 rooms and 46 halls. The most notable sites include the staircase made of Baccarat crystal and the ceremonial hall which was designed to hold 2,500 people.


Visit Taksim Square, a city that is alive and bustling 24 hours a day. Some free time will be given to you for your own exploration where you’ll have time for shopping or lunch on your own. You’ll be given the option to visit an authentic jewelry center where you can find the latest artistic works of jewelry and enjoy panoramic views of the city.


Need to Know:

Note: This tour is conducted in small groups and requires a minimum number of participants to operate. Please expect differences in tour durations due to traffic conditions. There is approximately 1 1/2 miles of walking over uneven surfaces and some inclines on this tour. This tour will be subject to national and religious festive days due to the closure of the sites and venues during the month of Ramadan, including the Festival Period of Ramadan. This tour does not operate on Mondays, as Dolmabahce Palace is closed.

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Historical Landmarks
Shopping

Activity Level:

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    Moderate
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    Challenging
Tours with this activity level involve a considerable amount of physical activity such as substantial walking over cobblestone streets, uneven or steep terrain, climbing stairs, or extended periods of standing. Not recommended for guests with physical limitations. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended.
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