Istanbul Beylerbeyi Palace Skip the Line Ticket & Audio Guide

Your experience

Explore the world of Ottoman sultans with skip-the-line entry to Beylerbeyi Palace, an audio guide in your language, and access to its gardens by the Bosphorus.

Getting started

After arriving at Beylerbeyi Palace, head to the designated entry point where your skip-the-line ticket will be scanned. You may be asked for a valid ID, so keep it handy. A brief security check ensures a smooth entry, and soon you’ll be walking into one of Istanbul’s most stunning royal residences.

What to expect

Built in the 19th century as a summer retreat, Beylerbeyi Palace is famous for its grand reception halls, glittering crystal chandeliers, and serene gardens. Legend has it that Empress Eugénie of France was so enraptured by the palace’s beauty that she burst into tears when it was time to leave.

Stroll through the palace’s opulent halls and shaded gardens as your audio guide shares stories of Sultan Abdülaziz’s love for naval design, lavish royal receptions, and the marble pools ingeniously built to cool the palace during the summer months.