With an expert guide, tour the Istanbul Archaeological Museum, The Museum of the Ancient Orient, and the Tiled Pavilion Museum. Marvel at over a million artifacts from various cultures and civilizations and witness the slow but steady metamorphosis of current-day civilization.
Key Highlights
- With a guide, tour the famous Istanbul Archaeological Museums and learn about the resilience of humanity
- Your professional guide will explain the relevance and stories of many famous artifacts
- Spend your free time at the end of the tour exploring further into the olden age
- The Archaeological Museum houses impressive works by Greek, Roman, and Byzantine artists
About Istanbul Archaeological Museums: Entry with Guided Tour Ticket
Discover the three museums in the Istanbul Archeological Museums complex, learning about the museums' incredible histories from your expert guide as you stroll around. Visit the Tiled Pavilion Museum, the oldest building in the complex, which was built as a summer palace by Ottoman Sultan II. Mehmed in 1472. See the Istanbul Archaeological Museum, Turkey's first museum, which houses works from the Ottoman Empire to the Turkish Republic. Admire the neoclassical architecture that houses over a million works of art. Explore the Museum of the Ancient Orient, which houses unique collections of works from the pre-Greek eras of Anatolia and Mesopotamia, as well as the pre-Islamic eras of Egypt and the Arabian Peninsula. Admire artifacts discovered during archaeological excavations and brought to Istanbul during the Ottoman Empire.
Inclusions
- Entry tickets with skip-the-line access
- Guided tour with a licensed guide
- Free time to explore
Exclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Anything else not mentioned in the inclusions
Additional Information
Restrictions:
- Pets are not allowed on the Istanbul Archaeological Museums Tour.
- This tour begins at 1:00 PM.
- The duration of the tour will be around 1.5 hours.
- We recommend that you dress up in line with the local customs.
- The Istanbul Archaeological Museums Tour is free of charge for toddlers below the age of 2.
- Children between 2-7 years will be charged as per the child fare.
- Guests above the age of 7 years will be charged as per the adult fare.
- Meet your guide in front of the Topkapi Cafe, the guide will be holding a white flag with an Istanbul Tourist Pass logo on it. Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the activity starts.
- The Istanbul Archaeological Museums Tour is accessible for wheelchair users.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund cancel at least 24 hours prior to the start of the Istanbul Archaeological Museums Tour.
- No-shows and late cancellations are non-refundable.
My Voucher
- Your Istanbul Archaeological Museums Tour tickets are valid for the event date and time stated.
- Your Istanbul Archaeological Museums Tour tickets will be mailed to you once you’ve made a booking. All you have to do is show the voucher with a Govt id proof.
Present your voucher at the start of the tour.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are children allowed to join the Istanbul Archaeological Museums Tour?
Yes, children are allowed to join this experience. However, they should be accompanied by an adult.
How can I book a ticket for the Istanbul Archaeological Museums Tour?
Select the number of tickets on our website and click ‘Book Now’ to get your confirmed ticket on your email.
How long is my Istanbul Archaeological Museums Tour ticket valid for?
Your tickets are valid for the event date and time selected during checkout.
Ratings & Reviews
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