Turkiye · MUSEUMS
No trip has a spare day going free. These 15 museum visits are priced and timed so the choice takes minutes and the day takes care of itself.
Visit Hagia Sophia in Istanbul with skip-the-ticket-line entry, upper-gallery views, mosaics, audio commentary, and an optional history museum.
“Emre was a great guide, with so many facts and jokes that 3 hours went very fast! This experience really makes you enjoy Istanbul even more”
Watch Istanbul’s solemn Mevlevi Sema ceremony in a restored Ottoman bath, with live music, whirling dervishes, and an informative exhibition.
“It was a very good dervish dance show that showcased this culture in the most beautiful setting.”
Enter Topkapi Palace and its Harem with skip-the-line access, a smartphone audio guide, and time to explore Ottoman treasures at your own pace.
“The guide was very clear at communicating and efficient in getting a large group of us through the main entrance and into the Harem where we could continue on our own. It was a fantastic place to visit, with lots to look at and good information. Highly recommend Topkapi Palace and Harem.”
Explore Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys, cave churches, Avanos pottery, and Turkish lunch on a well-paced small-group Red Tour.
“Yakub guided us a great trip, really enjoyed ! Many thanks”
Watch Istanbul’s solemn Whirling Dervish ceremony at Hodjapasha, with Sufi exhibits, live music, and a central location for $32.
“So very amazed to see them turning for about one hour and no get sick. Love their religious spirit. Very awesome”
Review of Istanbul’s Topkapi Palace and Harem tour, with skip-the-line entry, expert English guides, palace highlights, value, and practical tips.
“The level of historical intelligence and delivery from our guide was by far above average and made it worth the time and money. It made the tour that much more valuable. Fateh was very kind and attentive as well. Very good guide.”
Explore Antalya Aquarium’s record-long tunnel, sharks, Atlantis zone, and Face 2 Face Wax Museum with a flexible one-day ticket.
Review of Istanbul’s 5-day Museum Pass, covering Topkapi Palace, Galata Tower, Maiden’s Tower, and nine more sites.
“Il pacchetto comprendeva il Museo del Mosaico, che attualmente è in restauro e la "Fortezza d'Europa che è raggiungibile dopo aver cambiato tre metro e, in aggiunta, aver preso la funicolare!Quindi non sono riuscita a visitare questi luoghi di alto interesse!A parte questi motivi di disappunto, il pass è vantaggioso e aiuta a smaltire la fila ai musei rapidamente.Lo consiglio a chi ama musei e siti culturali”
See Hagia Sophia with a multimedia museum, upper gallery access, 23-language audio, and skip-the-ticket-line entry for $59.
“I had trouble finding where to get the tickets. otherwise, it was helpful to skip the line at the Aya Sofia.”
Explore Side's underwater museum with two scuba sessions, coastal views, boat lunch, hotel transfers, and instructors for all levels.
“I recently had the pleasure of experiencing an incredible diving trip with this company, and it exceeded all of my expectations! From start to finish, the entire experience was nothing short of amazing. The dive instructors were not only highly knowledgeable and professional but also incredibly friendly and approachable. They made me feel safe and confident throughout the entire adventure. Great one!!!!!👍👍👍”
Test your senses at Istanbul’s Museum of Illusions, with 60-plus exhibits, family-friendly puzzles, photo tricks, and flexible entry.
Explore Istanbul’s Archaeological Museums with a QR ticket and audio guide in 25 languages, from the Alexander Sarcophagus to Ottoman art.
“This is a lot of money for what you get. There is a lot of renovation to the outside of one of the buildings, therefore closing off access. The toilets are not well signposted and it will not take you long to get round. We had ticket issues and had to contact the company who provided them because they would not scan.”
Review of Antalya Aquarium, Wax Museum, Snow World, Wild Park, and XD Cinema, with practical advice on value, timing, transport, and family appeal.
“Even though the aquarium tour wasn't able on thursday, the guide arranged transport for us to Aquarium which we wanted to see . After watching underwater life we than went for lunch with our guide- which was a big suprise for us because normally lunch is not includet for that trip. After lunch we went for a walk in Antalya city center to se the beatifull view of the shore. The guide was very nice and even took us to real turkish supermarket where we could buy real turkish coffe and sweets. We recommend this trip to everyone, the guide was the nicest person ever! Next time for sure we…”
Explore Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern, Hippodrome, and Grand Bazaar with an English-speaking guide.
“I like the format of Get your guide: meeting points are non stressfull, the guides are graduated in history or some other subject of relevance and they all are very nice. Our guide was attentive, well humoured, all good. Will doit again!”
Review of Cappadocia’s $53 Red Tour, covering Göreme, Paşabağ, Zelve, Devrent Valley, lunch, pottery, guides, and practical tips.
“It was amazing definitely recommend to book the tour with this agency our tour guide Volkan is an amazing and patient guy!!”
Pick a coast, a ruin, or a room full of steam.
