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Ottoman Style Photo Shoot Experience

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15 without pass
Included with
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  • DISCOVER Pass
  • PRIME Pass
15 without pass
Included with
  • FAST Pass
  • DISCOVER Pass
  • PRIME Pass

Ottoman Style Photo Shoot Experience at Zumrut Sultanahmet Studio is included with your Pass.

About This Activity

Available Everyday
Open daily, can be accessed everyday
Walk-in Access
Direct entry with pass ID or instant e-ticket QR code

Includes

  • Dress in Ottoman costumes like royalty.

  • Professional photo shoot in Sultanahmet.

  • Free costumed photo shoot for Pass holders.

  • Choose from sultan and royal costumes.

  • One printed photo included with the Pass.

  • 10% discount on extra photo packages.

Photo Shoot in Ottoman Style

Have you ever wished to go back in time? The experience you are looking for is a photo shoot in Ottoman style! With a wide range of costumes and accessories, you can be someone from the Ottoman period.

Photos from this once-in-a-lifetime experience will probably be the best souvenirs of your Istanbul trip. A charming cariye (odalisque) of Harem, a rebellious janissary, or even a Sultan!

Step into the elegance of the Ottoman Empire! Feel the grandeur of the past with a royal Ottoman-style photo shoot in the heart of Istanbul! As an Istanbul Tourist Pass® holder, you get a FREE session where you can dress up in traditional Ottoman attire and capture a stunning portrait. Solo, as a couple, or as a family, this experience lets you create timeless memories in a professionally curated setting.

With your Ottoman-style photographs, you will go home with a great memory to cherish from your Istanbul trip. And the best thing is; Istanbul Tourist Pass users can have 1 free photograph per Pass Code! 

For this amazing experience and more, Buy Your Pass Now! Istanbul Tourist Pass® is here to make your Istanbul trip an unforgettable experience! 

Times & Duration

Suggested Visiting Duration: 1 hrs

Ottoman Costume Photo Studio Sultan Ertugrul welcomes visitors on the following days and times:

  • Every day
  • 10:00 - 17:30

Where You'll Be

Ottoman Costume Photo Studio Sultan Ertugrul
at meydanı, Binbirdirek, no :5, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul
Istanbul 34122

How to Get There?

Getting to the Ottoman Style Photo Shoot Experience is convenient and accessible from various parts of Istanbul. Here’s a guide to help you reach this iconic landmark:

Zümrüt Sultanahmet Studio is located in Sultanahmet Square, one of the most central and accessible areas of Istanbul.

By Tram: Take the T1 tram line and get off at Sultanahmet Station. From there, it's just a short walk to the studio. If you're coming by taxi, you can ask the driver to take you to Sultanahmet Square, near Zümrüt Photography Studio.

On foot: For those who prefer walking, the studio is within walking distance of major attractions like the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Basilica Cistern. If you need help finding the location, you can use the map on this page. 

All About Ottoman Style Photo Shoot Experience at Zumrut Sultanahmet

Turn your Istanbul adventure into an unforgettable keepsake with a unique Ottoman-style photo shoot! Located in Sultanahmet Square, this professional studio offers an exclusive experience for Istanbul Tourist Pass® holders. You’ll start by choosing from a selection of luxurious Ottoman costumes designed for men, women, and children. You can prefer the regal look of a sultan, sultana, or Ottoman prince or princess, there's a perfect outfit waiting for you.

During the 15-minute photo session, the expert photographer will guide you through a series of elegant poses to create an authentic Ottoman portrait. Afterward, you'll view the images on a computer and select your favorite, which will be printed immediately (15x21 cm) and given to you as a free gift.

Pass Holder Benefits & Conditions

Solo Travelers: 1-person pass = 1 costumed photo of the person

Couples: 2-person pass = 1 costumed photo of the couple together

Families: 4-person family pass = 1 costumed photo of all 4 together

Want more? Additional photos and different costume changes are available for an extra fee, with a 10% discount for Pass holders

Know Before You Go

  • Reservations are required between 10:00 AM and 5:30 PM. It is recommended to act in advance to book your slot.
  • The photo shoot lasts approximately 15 minutes, including costume selection and posing.
  • The free session includes one costumed group photo per Pass ID (solo, couple, or family).
  • Additional photos and separate sessions are available for an extra fee.
  • A 10% discount applies to all additional photo packages for Istanbul Tourist Pass® holders.
  • Flashes may be dangerous for babies under 6 months, so it's recommended to avoid bringing infants to the session.
  • The studio does not offer video shooting services, only professional photography.
  • Additional prints or digital copies can be purchased directly at the studio.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Can I Book for Photoshoot?
Istanbul Tourist Pass® holders can enter the Photoshoot by scanning their unique QR code digitally without needing any reservations beforehand.
How Can I Go to This Attraction?
The Zumrut Sultanahmet Studio is right on the Sultanahmet Square.
How Many Photos Included in the Pass?
One photo per Pass Code is free (Not Per Person). There will be different photo shoots in different poses. You can choose and purchase extra photos!
Opening Hours of Photo Shoot in Ottoman Style
Every day from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

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