The Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum showcases Islamic calligraphy, tiles and rugs and recreates rooms or dwellings from Turkish cultures, …
Reviews
Tripadvisor
4.5/5 · 696 reviews
5-star
57%
4-star
29%
3-star
11%
2-star
3%
1-star
0%
Recent reviews
History
Art
Events & Exhibition
Architecture
Artifacts
Cultural
Time
Any rating
Loading reviews...
Oct 1, 2024
A wonderful museum, that wasn't busy at all -- perhaps because we went at 6pm (not deliberately but because we had had a full day. That day it was open until 9!). The comparison with the V&A is irres… Full review by Bokkop
May 27, 2024
For what was a very informative and interesting collection, I was surprised at how uncrowded this museum was. The collection is well laid out chronologically and is very educational for someone like … Full review by Sydsolo
May 1, 2024
Located in the 16th century Ibrahim Pasa Palace, which has some lovely architectural features, this museum is centrally located near the Blue Mosque and other tourist sites so it is easy to visit. Th… Full review by SusanC4948
I was there for just over two hours. It was not crowded at all, but the manuscripts and articles from various ruling dynasties were fascinating to my wife and I.We relaxed and got drinks …
I was there for just over two hours. It was not crowded at all, but the manuscripts and articles from various ruling dynasties were fascinating to my wife and I.We relaxed and got drinks from the cafe at the second floor central courtyard opposite Sultan Ahmad Mosque. Let me put it this way, if you are really interested in objects of the early rulers of Turkey and other parts of the region and read Arabic or Ottoman, you will spend 2-3 hours. I visited the museum before and after the renovation; I think they did an excellent job. I hope that helps. Enjoy the Istanbul Atmosphere, and remember, It was the the greatest city is the world for a long time. You will never be able to cover everything. I have been there four time, each for 1-3 weeks, and still have many yet to see ;)
Jason is right as of Sept 2015. You can buy the museum pass at various slot machines around Sultanahmet Square, including just by the gates of this museum. Nb Istanbul and Turkish …
Jason is right as of Sept 2015. You can buy the museum pass at various slot machines around Sultanahmet Square, including just by the gates of this museum. Nb Istanbul and Turkish public sector museums seem to have a policy of stocking very good quality souvenirs and books in their shops, sometimes exclusive to the museums. Worth a look.
I have some question, what time does the museum open and close at? And, does it open in July 17?
A:
Working Hours: Monday#TAB#Closed Tuesday#TAB#9:00 am – 4:30 pm Wednesday (Republic Day of Turkey) 9:00 am – 4:30 pm Hours might differ Thursday#TAB#9:00 am – 4:30 pm …
Working Hours: Monday#TAB#Closed Tuesday#TAB#9:00 am – 4:30 pm Wednesday (Republic Day of Turkey) 9:00 am – 4:30 pm Hours might differ Thursday#TAB#9:00 am – 4:30 pm Friday#TAB#9:00 am – 4:30 pm Saturday#TAB#9:00 am – 4:30 pm Sunday#TAB#9:00 am – 4:30 pm