Bery Istanbul Tips

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“Hagia Sophia: In 2025, the entrance fee was €25. In 2026, it remains the same at €25. Now, I have seen a lot of people saying that the ticket costs €50 instead of 25, but that information isn't accurate, and I'll explain why.”

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“Basilica Cistern: In 2026, the entrance fee has increased from 1,300 Turkish Lira to 1,950 Lira per person for day visits between 9:00 in the morning to 6:30 p.m., and 3,000 Lira per person for night visits between 7:30 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.”

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“Galata Tower: The entrance fee for Galata Tower remains unchanged in 2026 at €30.”

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“Topkapi Palace: Previously 2,400 Turkish Lira in 2025, the price has now increased to 2,750 Lira in 2026. The ticket includes entrance to the palace, the Harem, and Hagia Irene.”

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“Dolmabahçe Palace: In 2025, its entrance fee was 1,800 Lira, but as of 2026, the entrance fee increased to 2,000 Lira per person. Another important update for this palace museum is that photography and video recording are now allowed inside the premises. So you can finally snap some beautiful photos. And trust me, this place is truly majestic.”

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“Beylerbeyi Palace: In 2025, the price was 700 Lira. In 2026, it has increased to 800 Lira per person. A more reasonable rate, but still a rise from last year.”

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“There's a museum called the Hagia Sophia Experience Museum located near the Hippodrome. When you line up to buy tickets to Hagia Sophia, you'll see ads with QR codes encouraging you to purchase tickets online and skip the line. However, it's important to know that the tickets sold online are combined tickets. They include access to the Byzantine Mosaic Gallery inside Hagia Sophia and the Hagia Sophia Experience Museum. Those combined tickets are the ones that cost €50 per person.”