Topkapı Palace
Istanbul, Türkiye
As the residence of Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years, from the 15th to the 19th century, it now houses the treasury and the Harem.
Topkapı Sarayı was the main residence of the Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years, from the 15th to the 19th century. Construction began with Mehmed the Conqueror in 1459, and subsequent rulers continued its expansion. The complex consists of four courtyards, numerous pavilions, the Harem, and the Treasury, where priceless artifacts are stored. Today, it is a museum showcasing the history and wealth of the Ottoman Empire.
- Visit time: 4 h
- Website: muze.gen.tr
How long does it take to visit Topkapı Palace?
Plan about 4 h.
Nearby
- Column of the Goths — 250 m
- Çinili Köşk — 250 m
- Istanbul Archaeological Museums — 270 m
- Eski Şark Eserleri Müzesi — 340 m
- Hagia Irene — 420 m
- Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam — 430 m
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