I love topkapi - it was really great. I hated the tour groups so many of them. There should be a rule against allowing such large groups everywhere, they ruin it for everyone else. Reminded me of the Alhambra a lot (on a sunny day) - on a rainy day you might not find it as beautiful - the gardens... More

Of course the Palace is breathtaking. But I felt that the Harem was by faer the most interesting part of it. You will need to buy a ticket for the Palace and a separate one for the Harem, but it is well worth the additional cost, which was not much. More

The harem was interesting, but we did not like to pay an extra 15 liras for entering after paying 25 liras for entering the Topkapi Palace. The place was nice, but too many points were closed for the public when we visited the place. More

I would like to see like in a show room, some performers acting like a normal day life of the Sultan &Co. More

Topkapi palace wasso big and amazing! Everybody should see there but could take a long time to see.first everybody have to pay for the entering this is bad because there is a two price for entering to palace and harem. More

Topkapi palace was not our favorite, but ok to visit. Takes several hours (minimum of 3-4) to see everything, so you get a bit tired after a while, especially with all the crowds. A few interesting things to see, but our younger kids grew weary after the second hour. If you have lots of time in Istanbul, then go check... More

We went to Topkapi on a day when there were 3 cruise ships in port so line ups were very long and tedious. Suggest being aware of this before you go. On another note, the shore excursions do not usually included the harem so you could get some relief by visiting the harem which is well worth the visit, crowds... More

Awesome palace to come in and visit. Take the time to visit this place set aside at least 3 hours to see everything. Come early to avoid the tour bus crown and long lines. Or come in at about 3pm. Awesome views of the Bhospherus, the tickets are about 25 TL. More

As for all attractions in Istanbul, best to go early, right at opening time, in order to avoid crowds. Also, paying the extra bit to see the Harem is worth it. More