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Istanbul, Türkiye

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Dolmabahçe Palace

Discover a palace on the Bosphorus, from its waterfront façade to its ornate halls and gardens.

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Dolmabahçe Palace on the Bosphorus waterfront

A palace by
the Bosphorus.

Dolmabahçe Palace is a historic palace in Istanbul. Its ceremonial gates, landscaped gardens and waterfront façade introduce a visit shaped by architectural detail. Inside, ornate halls, chandeliers and decorative staircases offer another view of the palace.

Official opening conditions and accessible areas may change. Review the venue’s current visitor information before arrival.

Dolmabahçe Palace façade beside the Bosphorus

Your palace visit

Know the visit you are choosing.

Understand admission, official availability and the independent booking process.

Online booking is currently unavailable. Check the official venue for current admission options.

Plan your day

Check the current entrance, visitor rules and accessible areas before travelling.

Plan your visit

Before you book

A few helpful answers.

All frequently asked questions
Is this the official Dolmabahçe Palace website?

No. Dolmabahçe Palace Heritage is an independent booking service operated by Apollo Trading UG. We are not affiliated with or endorsed by Dolmabahçe Palace or the Directorate of National Palaces.

Where can I purchase directly from the official venue?

Official visitor information and direct ticket purchasing are available through the Directorate of National Palaces website.

Does payment mean that my admission ticket has already been issued?

No. Payment confirms receipt of your booking request. Your official admission document is sent after successful procurement.

What happens if the requested admission cannot be secured?

We will contact you about available alternatives. We will not substitute another admission product without your approval. If no acceptable alternative is available, the amount paid will be refunded to the original payment method.

When will I receive my admission document?

It will be sent by email after successful procurement. A specific delivery deadline will be published before the site begins accepting bookings.

How can I contact support?

Email booking@dohlmabahce-palace.org and include your booking reference where available.

Ornate ceremonial hall with a crystal chandelier at Dolmabahçe Palace

Palace highlights

Look a little closer.

An ornate ceremonial hall. A crystal chandelier above the grand staircase. The patterns of a ceremonial gate and the gardens beyond it. Explore the palace’s details, and check which areas are accessible for your visit.

Plan your visit

Plan your visit

Make time for the details.

Official venue information takes precedence for opening conditions, admission rules and accessible areas.

Istanbul, Türkiye

On the waterfront.

The palace stands beside the Bosphorus in Istanbul. Consult official venue information for the current visitor entrance, accessible areas and arrival guidance before travelling.

Dolmabahçe Palace
Istanbul, Türkiye
Visitor questions
Dolmabahçe Palace viewed from the Bosphorus

Our independent service

Your visit.
Clearly arranged.

Dolmabahçe Palace Heritage is an independent booking and visitor-information service operated by Apollo Trading UG. We help customers submit admission requests and receive official admission documents after successful procurement through the relevant official channel.

Independent assistance
Our service fee covers independent booking assistance, payment handling, customer communication and ticket delivery support.
Prices before payment
The ticket cost, service fee and total are displayed before payment.
Official admission documents
A booking confirmation is not an admission ticket. The official admission document is delivered after successful procurement.
Your approval for alternatives
No alternative admission product will be substituted without your approval. If no acceptable alternative is available, the amount paid will be refunded to the original payment method.
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Ceremonial gate and landscaped gardens at Dolmabahçe Palace

Your visit

Prepare for the palace.

Helpful answers about admission requests, official visitor information and the booking process.

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Crystal chandelier above the grand palace staircase

Our service

Understand your booking.

Learn about the independent service provided by Dolmabahçe Palace Heritage and Apollo Trading UG.

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Dolmabahçe Palace on the Bosphorus at sunset

Support

A question before you go.

Contact the team for assistance with an existing booking request.

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