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Istanbul E-pass: Skip-The-Line Access to 70+ Top Attractions
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Istanbul
Get skip-the-line access to over 70 top attractions in Istanbul with the Istanbul E-pass. Choose your pass duration and enjoy contactless entry with your mobile pass.
Duration:
3 days
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Hagia Sophia Mosque - Istanbul E-pass includes a tour of Hagia Sophia with a professional English-speaking guide. Imagine a structure that has stood for 1500 years, serving as a central place of worship for two major religions. It was the headquarters of Orthodox Christianity and the first mosque in Istanbul. Built in just 5 years, it boasts the largest dome in the world for 800 years, with a height of 55.60 meters and a diameter of 31.87 meters. It features depictions of both religions side by side and was the coronation site for Roman Emperors. It was also a meeting place for the Sultan and his people. This is the renowned Hagia Sophia Mosque of Istanbul.
- Topkapi Palace - Istanbul E-pass includes a tour of Topkapi Palace with a professional English-speaking guide. Located just behind Hagia Sophia in Istanbul’s historic city center, the palace was originally the residence of the Sultan and now functions as a museum. Highlights include the Harem, Treasury, kitchens, and more.
- Basilica Cistern - Istanbul E-pass includes a tour of Basilica Cistern with a professional English-speaking guide. Situated in the heart of the historic city center, this massive cistern in Istanbul contains 336 columns. It was built to supply drinking water to Hagia Sophia, the Great Palace of Palatium Magnum, and various fountains and baths throughout the city.
- Dolmabahce Palace - Istanbul E-pass includes a tour of Dolmabahce Palace with a professional English-speaking guide. One of the most impressive European-style palaces in Istanbul, it stands on the Bosphorus Strait. With 285 rooms, it is one of the largest palaces in Turkey. Constructed by the Balyan family between 1843-1856, it became the residence of the Ottoman royal family until the empire’s collapse. Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, the founder of the Turkish Republic, lived here until his death in 1938. The palace now functions as a museum and attracts thousands of visitors annually. It is known as Dolmabahce Palast in German.
- Hagia Irene Museum - Istanbul E-pass includes entrance to Hagia Irene Museum as part of the Topkapi Palace guided tour (accessible only with our guide). The Church of Hagia Irene (Divine Peace) is a Byzantine church located in the first courtyard of Topkapi Palace. It was the first cathedral in Constantinople and has been rebuilt three times over the centuries. The current structure was built by Constantine V in the 8th century. It served as an arsenal during the Ottoman Empire and became Turkey’s first museum in the 19th century. After extensive modern restorations, it reopened as the “Hagia Irene Museum.”
- Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum (Turk ve Islam Eserleri Muzesi) - Istanbul E-pass includes a tour of the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum with a professional English-speaking guide. Located at the Hippodrome, across from the Blue Mosque, the museum is housed in the grandest private residence ever built in the Ottoman Empire, the Ibrahim Pasa Palace. It was a gift to Ibrahim Pasa, the Grand Vizier of Sultan Suleyman the Magnificent, after he married the Sultan’s sister, Hatice. The palace fell into ruin by the 19th century but was restored and opened to the public in 1983 as the Turkish and Islamic Art Museum.
- Kapali Carsi - Istanbul E-pass includes a tour of the Grand Bazaar with a professional English-speaking guide. Imagine a market with over 500 years of history, 64 streets, 22 gates, and more than 6,000 shops. It is not just a shopping mall but also a manufacturing center, where you can lose yourself in history and mystery. This is the famous Grand Bazaar of Istanbul, the oldest and most significant market in the world.
- Blue Mosque - Istanbul E-pass includes a tour of the Blue Mosque with a professional English-speaking guide. Located in the heart of the old city, it is the most famous mosque in Istanbul and Turkey. Known as the Blue Mosque, its original name is Sultanahmet Mosque. The interior is adorned with tiles from Iznik, Turkey’s most famous tile-producing city, giving it its blue appearance.
- Bosphorus Strait - Istanbul E-pass includes a dinner and cruise on the Bosphorus with a traditional Turkish show, a hop-on-hop-off Bosphorus cruise, and a 90-minute Bosphorus cruise.
- Madame Tussauds Istanbul - Istanbul E-pass includes entry to Madame Tussauds Istanbul. If you enjoy taking selfies with world-famous artists or pop singers, this wax museum is the place to go. It features wax models of renowned individuals from around the world, as well as famous characters from the history of the Ottoman Empire and the Turkish Republic. Conveniently located in the heart of the new city, it is easily accessible by public transportation.
- Istanbul Sea Life Aquarium - Istanbul E-pass includes entry to Sea Life Aquarium Istanbul. Prepare to see sharks, stingrays, octopuses, and rare species of sea turtles from a 270-degree angle. One of the largest aquariums in the world, it features an 83-meter glass underwater observation tunnel. Covering an area of 8,000 square meters, it houses over 15,000 sea creatures from more than 500 species in 51 exhibition tanks containing 5 million liters of water. It is an excellent destination for families and a great way for kids to learn about marine life.
- LEGOLAND Discovery Centre - Istanbul E-pass includes entry to LEGOLAND Discovery Centre. LEGOLAND offers a unique experience for families with children. If you want your kids to test their imagination through fun games, this is the perfect place. With five different sections of LEGO games separated by age group, it also features a laser gun game and a 4D cinema. Additionally, there is a themed cafeteria and a gift shop to make the experience unforgettable.
- Whirling Dervishes Istanbul - Istanbul E-pass includes a one-hour live performance of the Whirling Dervishes at the historic Orient Express station. The Whirling Dervishes follow a Sufi mystic tradition within Islam. In the 12th century, a philosopher of Islam initiated the path of pure love, leading to the creation of the Mevlevi Sufi Order. The name Mevlevi comes from the order’s founder, Mevlana Jelaleddini Rumi, whose book “Rumi” was once a bestseller in the USA.
- Yeşil Cami - Istanbul E-pass includes a day trip to the city of Bursa, including Mount Uludag, from Istanbul.
- Museum of Illusions Istanbul - Istanbul E-pass includes entry to the Museum of Illusions Istiklal and Museum of Illusions Anatolia. This museum brings joy to people of all ages and is a great place to take photos for your Instagram feed. You will have a lot of fun in several rooms filled with various illusions. We highly recommend a visit for adventure and fun.
- Princes’ Islands - Istanbul E-pass includes a roundtrip ferry ticket to Princes’ Islands.
- Istanbul Sapphire - Istanbul E-pass includes entry to the Sapphire Observation Deck with a 4D Skyride Helicopter Simulation experience. Istanbul Sapphire is one of the tallest buildings in Europe and Turkey, standing at 260 meters. Its observation deck, located at a height of 231 meters, offers one of the highest viewpoints in Istanbul. Situated atop the Sapphire shopping mall, you can find famous brands and restaurants. From here, you can see the Princes’ Islands, the Bosphorus, the Asian and European sides of the city, bridges, and even the Hagia Sophia Mosque.
- Sapanca Lake - Istanbul E-pass includes a day trip to Sapanca Lake and Masukiye from Istanbul.
- Istanbul Archaeological Museum - Istanbul E-pass includes a tour of the Istanbul Archaeological Museum with a professional English-speaking guide. Turkey’s first museum, it houses over a million artifacts from civilizations that thrived across the country, from the Caucasus to Anatolia, Mesopotamia to Arabia.
- Gallipoli National Park - Istanbul E-pass includes a discounted day trip tour to Gallipoli. The Gallipoli campaign is one of the most notable engagements of World War I, remembered for its unconventional warfare and mutual respect between nations. Explore Gallipoli and learn about its history and impact during the Great War.
- Troy (Truva) - Istanbul E-pass includes a discounted day trip tour to Troy from Istanbul. Troy is a historically famous city located southwest of the Dardanelles Strait and northwest of the Kaz Mountains. It is the ancient city where the Trojan War, as mentioned in Homer’s Iliad, took place.
- Istanbul Akvaryum - Istanbul E-pass includes entry to Istanbul Aquarium. Simply scan your QR code to enter. This is the world’s largest thematic aquarium, located in the Florya region. In recent years, shopping malls have proliferated across the city, leading to a new shopping culture. Visitors now seek more than just shopping; they want to be part of events and activities. As a result, shopping malls have partnered with parks, restaurants, and event companies.
- Beylerbeyi Palace - This is a walk-in attraction. Simply scan your QR code (found in the customer panel) to enter.
- Balat Oyuncak Muzesi - This is a walk-in attraction. Simply show your E-pass ID to enter.
- Panorama 1453 History Museum - This is a walk-in attraction. Simply scan your QR code (found in the customer panel) to enter.
- Istanbul Robot Muzesi - This is a walk-in attraction. Simply show your E-pass ID to enter.
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What's Included
- Professional Guidance in English for 7 top attractions
- Day Trip Tours to Bursa City & Mount Uludag and Sapanca Lake & Masukiye
- Free Istanbul Guidebook in 6 different languages: English, Arabic, Spanish, French, Russian, Croatian
- Passes are valid 2 years from the date of purchase
- Instant digital Istanbul E-pass with access to over 80+ attractions, tours and activities
- Discounted Roundtrip Private Airport Transfer from/to Istanbul or Sabiha Gokcen Airports
What's Not Included
- Public Transportation
- Pick up service except for Bosphorus Dinner Cruise and day trip attractions
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hagia Sophia Mosque entrance fee
Additional Information
Istanbul E-pass is a completely digital sightseeing pass that grants access to over 80 top attractions in Istanbul. Select an E-pass for 2, 3, 5, or 7 days and enjoy contactless entry using your mobile pass, eliminating the need to pay at the gate.
Istanbul E-pass provides access to attractions in four different ways:
- Walk-in Attractions: Simply show your E-pass ID to enter.
- Guided Tours: Meet your guide at the designated meeting point to join the tour.
- Reservation Required Tours: Reserve your spot through the E-pass panel and receive a confirmation email.
Why Choose Istanbul E-pass?
- Customer support is available via WhatsApp and chat lines to assist during your visit or while planning.
- The Istanbul E-pass is ready for immediate use after purchase, offering access to over 70 top attractions in Istanbul.
- Learn the history of museums from professional tour guides.
- The E-pass includes a digital Istanbul guidebook with over 50 pages, available in 6 languages.
- Skip the lines at most attractions.
Location
Hagia Sophia Mosque
Sultan Ahmet, Ayasofya MeydanI No:1
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Ayeshak979
Aug 1, 2024
Loved this! - Used this when i visited Istanbul and it was so convenient! The tour guides were all really nice and most importantly, extremely punctual. Learned a lot about the history of Turkey through them! Would recommend!
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Davidob07
Aug 1, 2024
Istanbul ePass - We found the ePass really useful and easy to use. The guides were informative and helpful. The groups were around 20 people on the tours we chose. The what’s app group is very helpful and get back to you very promptly regarding your queries. It is a very good way of skipping the queues and having a guided tour.
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Travel56183273040
Aug 1, 2024
Istanbul E pass is the best. - First and foremost the customer support is great. Pass was very useful as we were granted entrance at almost every place without any hassle. My family also told me that it was a wise decision to take your services. Thank very much for making our trip memorable!
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Matilderociomendoza
Jul 31, 2024
Istanbul e-pass is spectacular, highly recommended. - Excellent pass, you can enjoy many attractions, all spectacular and save money. The guides are very punctual and friendly. You avoid the lines that are always there. In the chat are always available and help you with what you need. I highly recommend it.
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Ericbc2530vp
Jul 30, 2024
Glad I purchased the pass, and outstanding customer service - I was happy with my 5-day purchase. Before making the purchase, I wondered if I would make it to enough attractions to get my money's worth. Their guarantee was what convinced me to do the purchase. In the end, I did come out ahead, and therefore the purchase was worthwhile. I found that during the 5 days, I made an effort to see several attractions, so having the E-pass kept me focused on making the most of the visit instead of just wandering around Istanbul.
The customer service was extraordinarily responsive to the chat messages, responding within just a few seconds. Once you activate the E-pass, they set up a group chat with you and the other agents. I did encounter problems generating QR codes - the system would say I needed to be at the museum or site to generate the code, even though I was already at the site; no problem, the agents promptly created the necessary code. In one case, they called my phone on WhatsApp and spoke with the local ticket person directly.
My only frustration was details about meeting points; this information was tucked away at the bottom of the guided tours timetable and not always in the attraction information page. Accordingly, I had a couple close calls to get there on time, but customer service chat support always came through. For events that included a shuttle pickup at the hotel, these came through without any problem.
The tour guides were very personable and delivered good presentations. What I liked was that they were orientation presentations, allowing you to continue to visit the location at your own pace afterwards. You have to pay attention to the tour times as they are different every day.
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606bikramjitb
Jul 29, 2024
Aweome - Thank You Istanbul E-Pass Team for the availability and the service provided. I must say that I am very happy with the type of service you have provided over the last 3 Days. It was always a prompt response and you/team members have always respoded sometimes not even in minutes ( probably in seconds ). Very satisfied with the guided tours also. Overall, I would definitely recommend you to be a safe and helpful hand in Istanbul. Would like to take your service again when I am on vacation in Istanbul again in near future .. 🙂🙂🙂🙂 .. Wish you all the best 🙂🙂🙂 .. Thank You 🙂🙂..
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Rizwann66
Jul 28, 2024
Best part of my istanbul trip - Istanbul epass service was amazing. Thank you very much. I received prompt responses to all my enquiries and the reservations went smoothly too. I could not believe it honestly. I will definitely recommend them 110% and use them again when I am in istanbul. Price dis counts for hammam and airport transfers is excellent too.
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460hibam
Jul 28, 2024
Perfect experience - I absolutely recommend taking an e-pass, it made everything easier and my whole experience better and more enjoyable. First you will be very happy to skip the waiting lines and the guides are so so so nice, respectful and very helpful, they explain everything and make you enjoy the historical sites better. And even the amount you pay is a lot less then what it would’ve cost you if you take every ticket alone. They’re are very reactive on whatsapp and very patient with explaining where to meet the guides the times of visit etc. It was a perfect experience for me (a girl visiting alone).
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Getaway581087
Jul 28, 2024
Great time in Istanbul - We had a great time in Istanbul using the 3-day E-pass. We enjoyed at least 6 attractions, including visits to religious and archeological places and Bosphorus cruises. Communication with staff was very easy and they always replied to my messages quickly. Highly recommended!
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Scarlettrio
Aug 3, 2024
Bev Australia - A bit confusing at meet up point as so many guides there. I took several of you e pass trips unfortunately you could not move from 1 to another smoothly so we could see as much as possible. Also the time for the archeological museum was to late in day. With no other options. I ended up having to go back to Topaki palace and paying for a visit due to being unable to get in with your tour, due to electrical power outage. Considering the palace is mostly empty rooms now, with no furniture etc to see how it would have been.
But on a high not the other sites and What I did see was interesting, amazing the knowledge history you have at your fingertips is just wonderful to see it being presented and protected.
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