4.7 ·
Explore Yildiz Palace, a quieter Ottoman retreat among gardens and pavilions. Tour its decorated rooms and shaded grounds at an easy pace, far from the crowds of the bigger palaces.
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Yildiz Palace is a complex of pavilions, courtyards and gardens in the late 19th-century Ottoman eclectic style. Reviewers describe it as larger than expected, with richly decorated rooms and gardens, and as noticeably quieter than Topkapi or Dolmabahçe.
One recent visitor allowed about two hours and noted that three sections were under renovation, so the open areas may vary. Entry is inexpensive and no booking is needed.
It is a good fit for couples and for travellers who prefer an unhurried visit away from the main crowds.
Yildiz Palace is a complex of pavilions, courtyards and gardens in the late 19th-century Ottoman eclectic style. Reviewers describe it as larger than expected, with richly decorated rooms and gardens, and as noticeably quieter than Topkapi or Dolmabahçe.
One recent visitor allowed about two hours and noted that three sections were under renovation, so the open areas may vary. Entry is inexpensive and no booking is needed.
It is a good fit for couples and for travellers who prefer an unhurried visit away from the main crowds.
Duration
1h
Best time
morning, lunchtime or afternoon
Intensity
Easy pace
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Reviews
Compared to the more popular Topkapı Palace and Dolmabahçe Palace, it has a calmer atmosphere. The palace, an example of 19th-century Ottoman eclectic style, is a complex of pavilions made up of several independent structures. It also has a very beautiful back garden. It also houses a photography exhibition and a…
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