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Tips for visiting Dolmabahçe Palace: Your questions answered
Tips for visiting Dolmabahçe Palace: Your questions answered

If you ever cruise the Bosphorus Strait in Istanbul, Turkey, you’re bound to spot Dolmabahçe Palace, once the official residence of the Sultans and the administrative center of the Ottoman Empire until 1922. And if you find yourself itching for a culture fix, here’s some good news: Dolmabahçe Palace is one of the best places in Istanbul you can visit for this exact reason.

From when to visit Dolmabahçe Palace to which of its highlights you shouldn’t miss, this guide answers travelers’ most commonly asked questions and offers some practical tips for visiting Dolmabahçe Palace. Let’s go!

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Istanbul in winter: How to make the most of your visit
Istanbul in winter: How to make the most of your visit

Istanbul in winter offers a unique charm, blending its rich history and vibrant culture with cozy interiors and traditional spa treatments for the ideal cool-weather getaway. Whether you’re exploring iconic landmarks like Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace, relaxing in a traditional Turkish hammam, or enjoying the festive atmosphere along Istiklal Street, there are many things to do in Istanbul. This season also brings fewer crowds and unlocks a more peaceful side of the city, ideal for taking your time and uncovering hidden treasures. Discover everything you need to make your next vacation unforgettable with this winter guide to Istanbul.

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Bookmark these best weekend getaways from Istanbul
Bookmark these best weekend getaways from Istanbul

Once known as the Byzantine capital of Constantinople, Turkey’s largest and most famous city, Istanbul, is filled with centuries of history, culture, and architectural wonders. For travelers needing a break from city life, Istanbul isn’t far from unforgettable destinations perfect for a weekend getaway. Best weekend getaways near Istanbul include the sandy beaches of Princes’ Islands or a hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia. Admire ancient temples in Ephesus or hike the rocky shores of Şile. With so many amazing places to visit in Turkey, this guide rounds up the seven best weekend getaways from Istanbul that you can’t miss. 

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A guide to the best way to get around Istanbul
A guide to the best way to get around Istanbul

Istanbul, where East meets West, boasts many transportation options for visitors. Whether crossing the Bosphorus Strait from Europe to Asia, exploring historic streets, or uncovering hidden gems, knowing the best way to get around Istanbul is essential for maximizing your trip.

This guide provides everything you need to navigate the city like a pro, including public transportation, taxis, and the Istanbul travel pass. Iconic sites like Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and the Grand Bazaar are all easily accessible, making it convenient to experience the best things to do in Istanbul.

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5 out of 5 stars

1. Variation of the activities are very wide. There's a lot to enjoy from guided tour, walk in activities, museum, and boat trip. A good value for money. 2. Guided tour is efficient and on time as the guide is only keeping us for the first minutes and after that we have our free time. 3. Customer service on whatsapp tries to be proactive to our questions and/or when we asked for help (much appreciated). 4. E-pass application really needs to be improved as we have downloaded the application in 3 different phones and the problem of not able to generate qr code for several activities persisted even internet and location systems are fully working. It is rather annoying when we have to keep asking and waiting for the support team to help generate our qr code because we couldn't do it ourselves. 5. Overall we are satisfied with the epass package we bought and the fast customer service help. We hope that the epass phone application can be improved for the future.

Istanbul E-pass: Top Attractions with Skip-the-Line AccessReviewed bysalicca,1/2/2025
5 out of 5 stars

Tickets to most attractions are included, worth noting that Hagia Sophia, Galata tower and Topkapi Harem are not included though. Guided tours are mostly introductions before going in (not whole tours). Guides were nice. Overall ePass pays off just for having entry tickets.

Istanbul E-pass: Top Attractions with Skip-the-Line AccessReviewed byDjuro,1/18/2025
5 out of 5 stars

A very cost efficient way to see the highlights of Istanbul! The WhatsApp messaging was very convenient, promptly responsive team with any questions we may have had There was a snag getting picked up from the airport but after that everything was smooth sailing

Istanbul E-pass: Top Attractions with Skip-the-Line AccessReviewed byPRIYA,11/20/2024
5 out of 5 stars

the guides were exceptional with very clear explanations. the places visited are wonderful we had almost no wait to enter everything was perfect

Istanbul E-pass: Top Attractions with Skip-the-Line AccessReviewed byAurelia,2/16/2025
5 out of 5 stars

Very good services! Skilled drivers! Nice experience!

Istanbul: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus TicketReviewed bycornel,1/9/2025

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