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Istanbul Tourist Pass: Skip-the-Line Entry to 120+Activities

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Istanbul Tourist Pass: Skip-the-Line Entry to 120+Activities

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Overview

Discover Istanbul with Istanbul Tourist Pass®, a flexible digital city pass that gives access to 120+ attractions, including the city’s most popular landmarks, museums, cruises, and cultural experiences. Explore top attractions with one convenient pass while saving time and money.rnrnIstanbul Tourist Pass® DISCOVERrnExplore Istanbul’s 3 TOP landmarks, attractions, museums, and cultural experiences including Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace hosted entry without Harem, Blue Mosque audio guide, Camlica Tower observation deck, Whirling Dervish Show, Bosphorus cruises, and island boat trips.rnrnIstanbul Tourist Pass® PRIMErnExplore Istanbul’s 7 TOP landmarks, attractions, museums, and premium experiences including Hagia Sophia, Topkapi and Dolmabahce Palaces with Harem access, Blue Mosque, Galata Tower, Basilica Cistern, and Bosphorus breakfast and dinner cruises. Save over 50% off gate prices.
  • Access 120+ top attractions, tours, and experiences
  • Choose the Discover Pass for essential experiences or the Prime Pass for additional premium attractions
  • Visit famous landmarks such as Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Galata Tower, and Basilica Cistern
  • Save time and money while exploring Istanbul with skip-the-ticket-line access at many popular sites

About This Activity

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Flexible cancellation

Plans can change, no problem. Learn about the refund policy.

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Duration

1-7 Days

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Fast Entry Made Easy with Last-Minute Booking

Definitely recommend! I purchased my tickets for Dolmabahce Palace & Galata Tower 20 minutes before arriving at the Palace and there wasn't a problem with getting inside. I skipped the way of people who didn't have tickets.


Perfectly Planned Trip Thanks to the Tourist Pass

Amazing! I definitely recommend to anyone who will come to Istanbul! Me and my husband came to the Istanbul on December 1st to spent our holiday in here but we didn't know how to explore here by ourself because it was our first time in here and there is sooo much thing to do in here! After we saw an...


100+ Attractions & Services
An inclusive selection of 100+ attractions and services all around Istanbul
Pass Options
Choose between Istanbul Tourist Pass® Discover (1–5 days) or Prime Pass (1–7 days) depending on how long you plan to explore the city.
Access to Dozens of Attractions
Enjoy entry to a wide selection of Istanbul’s landmarks, museums, cruises, observation decks, and cultural experiences.
Premium Experiences with Prime Pass
Each included attraction can be visited once during the validity of your pass.
Easy Access via Istanbul Tourist Pass App
Use the Istanbul Tourist Pass app to view attraction details, check availability, and manage reservations before your visit.
Audio Guides in 25 Languages
Access audio guides for many attractions and discover the history and stories behind Istanbul’s landmarks.
WhatsApp Traveler Support
Get assistance during your trip through WhatsApp support available in English.
Discounted Public Transportation Card
Purchase the Unlimited Istanbul Public Transportation Card at a discounted price through the app.

Choose Between Discover Pass or Prime Pass

Select the pass that best fits your travel plans. The Discover Pass offers access to many of Istanbul’s essential attractions, while the Prime Pass includes all Discover Pass experiences plus additional premium tours and landmark visits.

Visit Istanbul’s Most Famous Landmarks

Discover iconic sites such as Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque, Galata Tower, Basilica Cistern, and many other historic locations and museums across the city.

Enjoy Bosphorus Cruises and Cultural Experiences

Experience Istanbul from different perspectives with Bosphorus sightseeing cruises, dinner cruises, island boat trips, observation decks, museums, and cultural shows.

Access Attractions Easily

Use the Istanbul Tourist Pass app to check attraction details, availability, meeting points, and reservation requirements before your visit.

Explore the City with a Fully Digital Pass

Activate your pass digitally and access attractions using the Show&Go system. Follow the instructions in the app and explore Istanbul at your own pace without needing physical tickets.

  • The Istanbul Tourist Pass® is available as Discover Pass (1–3 days) or Prime Pass (1–7 days).

  • The pass is available in different durations, so you can choose the option that best fits your travel plans.

  • The pass becomes active when you use your first attraction and remains valid for consecutive calendar days.

  • Each attraction included in the pass can be visited once per pass.

  • Some attractions and tours require reservations through the Istanbul Tourist Pass app.

  • Topkapi Palace access differs by pass type: Discover Pass includes hosted entry without the Harem section, while Prime Pass includes a 90-minute guided tour with Harem access.

  • Entry to certain state museums is possible only with hosted or guided tours included in the pass.

  • Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays, and Dolmabahce Palace is closed on Mondays.

  • Security checks are mandatory at many museums and attractions and may cause waiting times.

  • Visitors should follow the instructions in the Istanbul Tourist Pass app to manage reservations and access attractions.

  • For more detailed info, visit istanbultouristpass.com

Cancellation Policy

Flexible Cancellation: Plans can change, no worries. You can change or cancel within the refundable time period.

Questions?

Visit the istanbul.com Help Centre for any further questions.

Product code: 460360P305

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Mason Rivera August 11, 2024
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Pass Helped Us Discover More The pass is worth it and we did loads of different things that maybe if we hadn't had the pass we might not have done and that definitely enrich our experience in Istanbul.
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Tania Schmidt February 08, 2025
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Smooth Planning with Guide Access This pass works pretty well and helps you design a good 5-7 day itinerary of activities. It will cover costs for some items but a lot of the money is also for provision of the guides who are really helpful for you to get around and navigate the queues and the logistics ... Read More
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Olivia Reyes July 04, 2024
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Excellent App and Support Great app, user friendly, the staff was very helpful even when i made mistakes (wrong reservation, late at a meeting point) they responded very fast on WhatsApp and made the necessary adjustments. I can only offer 5 stars!!
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Ethan Blake February 08, 2025
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Perfect for Short Trips I had the 2-day pass. It is excellent if you are in Istanbul just a few days and want to see a lot! The ”skip-the-line” function is great during these HOT days.
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Sofia Ivanova February 08, 2025
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Busy Days, Long Lines, Still Worth It We spent 2 days exploring Istanbul with Tourist pass. Guided tours we good - you can skipThe Ticket lines with guide. In October there we lots of Tourists in Istanbul and The security lines were long. That made it hard to take Part some of The guided tours, because of T ... Read More
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Lucas Meyer February 08, 2025
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Reliable Airport Transfer and Skip-the-Line We bought Istanbul tourist pass for 3 days. If you read carefully all instructions beforehand as well as make all the reservations, there won't be any issues. We had a transfer pick up from the new Istanbul Airport. Despite the fact that our flight was delayed for more ... Read More

Frequently Asked Questions

The Istanbul Tourist Pass® is a digital sightseeing pass that provides access to many of the city’s top attractions, tours, and cultural experiences. Visitors can choose between Discover Pass (1–3 days) or Prime Pass (1–7 days) depending on their travel plans.
The pass gives access to dozens of attractions and experiences across Istanbul, including museums, cruises, observation decks, and cultural activities. Visitors can explore the city using a simple digital system, benefit from audio guides available in multiple languages, and receive traveler support during their visit.
After purchasing the pass, download the Istanbul Tourist Pass app and follow the instructions to activate your pass. The pass becomes active when you visit your first attraction. Some attractions require reservations, which can be easily managed through the app.
Before visiting certain attractions, make reservations if required through the Istanbul Tourist Pass app. For attractions that do not require reservations, simply follow the instructions in the app and use your pass at the entrance or during the hosted or guided tours.
Some museums can be visited independently using the pass, while certain state museums require hosted or guided entry included in the pass. Visitors should follow the instructions and schedules provided in the Istanbul Tourist Pass app.
Yes. You can visit multiple attractions in a single day. However, each attraction can only be visited once per pass.
The Discover Pass includes access to many of Istanbul’s essential attractions such as Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace hosted entry, Blue Mosque audio guide, Camlica Tower, cruises, and museums. The Prime Pass includes everything in the Discover Pass plus additional premium experiences such as Dolmabahce Palace, Galata Tower hosted entry, Basilica Cistern guided tour, Maiden’s Tower entry, and Bosphorus yacht cruises.
Yes. With the Discover Pass, visitors can enter Topkapi Palace with hosted entry but the Harem section is not included. With the Prime Pass, visitors join a guided tour that includes access to the Harem section.
The pass helps visitors explore Istanbul in a more convenient way by bringing together many attractions, tours, and experiences in one digital system. It allows travelers to visit famous landmarks, museums, cruises, and cultural activities while managing their itinerary easily through the mobile app.
No. The Istanbul Tourist Pass® is valid for individual use only. Each visitor must have their own pass, and it cannot be shared with other people.
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