Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum: Entry Ticket & Audio Guide

2.0 (1 reviews) Istanbul, Turkey
Duration2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 99 travelers
Skip the linePriority entrance

Overview

The Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum in the historic Ibrahim Pasha Palace offers a captivating glimpse into Islamic art and heritage. The museum features an extensive collection of carpets and rugs, showcasing intricate designs from ancient Seljuk to ornate Ottoman masterpieces.

Beyond carpets, the museum features calligraphy, ceramics, glass, and metalwork that reflect the creativity of Islamic art. It also displays sacred relics like a strand from the Prophet Muhammad’s beard and a footprint, attracting visitors from around the world. With its unique collection and historic atmosphere, it’s a must-see for anyone interested in art and history.

An audio guide is included and available in 25 languages: English, German, Russian, Persian, Arabic, French, Italian, Chinese, Dutch, Spanish, Hindi, Romanian, Ukrainian, Korean, Turkish, Bulgarian, Polish, Swedish, Japanese, Indonesian, Greek, Hungarian, Portuguese, Urdu, and Croatian.

What's included

  • Audio guide available in 25 languages
  • Skip the Line Entry Ticket for the Museum
  • Tips
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum (Turk ve Islam Eserleri Muzesi)
    Admission ticket included
    The Turkish Islamic Arts Museum is open to visitors every day from 09:00 to 18:30, with the ticket office closing at 17:30. Visitors can come at any time during opening hours and explore freely, with no restrictions outside of these hours. For a great experience, we recommend spending about 2 hours in the museum.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

You don’t need a guide or staff member to visit the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum. It’s open daily from 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM. With your ticket, you can explore the museum at your own pace using the audio guide. There’s no time limit, but we recommend about 2 hours for your visit.

End point

You don’t need a guide or staff member to visit the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum. It’s open daily from 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM. With your ticket, you can explore the museum at your own pace using the audio guide. There’s no time limit, but we recommend about 2 hours for your visit.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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