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Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum Tickets Highlights

  • Grab a chance to visit the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum without the inconvenience of standing in long queues

  • See the Turkish tiles, rugs, and Islamic calligraphy while learning about the intriguing history of this magnificent Istanbul museum

  • Discover in-depth explanations of the artwork, collectibles, and treasures of the museum in a fantastic setting close to the Blue Mosque

  • Have a fun learning experience with an English Guided tour

  • Observe the most exquisite carpet, the unique Seljuk carpets from the 13th century at the museum

Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum Tickets Overview

Activity Location: Binbirdirek, Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts, Atmeydanı Caddesi

Activity Duration: 30 Minutes (Approx.)

Activity Timing: 09:00 AM

Opening hours: 09:00 AM to 05:30 PM 

About Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum:

The first museum in Istanbul to exhibit Turkish and Islamic art together is the Turkish and Islamic Art Museum. Join a guided tour of the museum to view unique carpets, Iranian artifacts, and much more. The museum is a stately building made up of cool darkened rooms, set around a central garden courtyard. Explore the hand-written calligraphy collections and get up close and personal with imperial edicts, ancient Qurans, and other written works.

About Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum Tickets:

  • Visit the activity location 15 minutes before your scheduled slot to explore the museum's fine collection of Islamic Art and Culture.
  • The museum provides an enthralling glimpse into the complexities and depth of traditional Turkish art.
  • Visit calligraphy collections, antique Qurans, imperial decrees, and other written documents at the museum.
  • Discover the history of the museum while viewing works of art made of wood, glass, ceramic, and stone by traditional artisans.
  • The museum is notable for its collections of rugs as well as its immaculate artwork like glassware, stone, and terracotta antiquities, and ceramic artifacts.
  • The museum's ethnographic collection is housed in a sizable hall in the courtyard that depicts daily life in 19th-century Istanbul.

How to Reach?

  • By Car: The Activity location is 2 Min (0.4 KM) away from the City's Center.
  • By Tram: Take the T1 tram to Sultanhamet Tram station. After reaching the station you can walk to the museum which is at a distance of 350 meters.

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The Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum offers a unique opportunity to explore the rich history and diverse culture of Islamic societies. The museum houses the world’s largest carpet collection, featuring rare pieces from the Seljuk Empire, Iran, and the Caucasus. It also showcases intricate calligraphy, ancient Qurans, and a variety of artifacts made of glass, wood, and ceramics. Visitors can freely explore the two floors of the museum, where the first floor highlights Turkish culture and the second focuses on Islamic art. The museum's historical setting in the Ibrahim Pasha Palace near the Blue Mosque adds to the experience, with an informative audio guide available for a deeper understanding of the exhibits.


Age Policy:

  • Children aged 5 years or younger can participate in this activity free of charge.
  • Participants aged 5 years and above must purchase an adult ticket.
Price Includes
  • Ticket
    • Skip-the-line ticket to the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum


  • Guide
    • Digital audio guide 

Explore the heart of Istanbul’s rich heritage with the Hagia Sophia & Turkish Islamic Arts Museum Combo. Discover the architectural splendor of the Hagia Sophia, a symbol of Byzantine and Ottoman history, then dive into centuries of Islamic art, textiles, and calligraphy at the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum. A perfect cultural and historical experience in one memorable tour.


Age Policy:

  • Children aged 5 years or younger can participate in this activity free of charge.
  • Participants aged 5 years and above must purchase an adult ticket.


Price Includes
  • Ticket
    • Skip-the-line ticket to the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum
    • Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque - Admission

Explore Istanbul’s rich culture and stunning views with the Galata Tower & Islamic Arts Museum Combo. Discover historic Islamic art, then enjoy panoramic cityscapes from the iconic Galata Tower — all in one ticket!


Age Policy:

  • Children aged 3 years or younger can participate in this activity free of charge.
  • Participants aged 3 years and above must purchase an adult ticket.
Price Includes
  • Ticket
    • Skip-the-line ticket to the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum
    • Galata Tower - Admission

Step into the heart of Istanbul’s rich past with the Topkapi Palace & Islamic Arts Museum Combo. Enjoy a guided tour of the majestic Topkapi Palace, the former residence of Ottoman sultans, and explore centuries of Islamic art, manuscripts, and artifacts at the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum. A perfect blend of history, culture, and royal splendor in one unforgettable experience.


Age Policy

  • Children aged 5 years or younger can participate in this activity free of charge.
  • Participants aged 5 years and above must purchase an adult ticket.


Opening hours

  • Islamic Arts Museum you can visit anytime between 09:00-17:30 on the selected date.
  • Topkapi Palace: you have to select the time slots for these activities (9:00,10:00.11:00,12:00,13:00,14:00,15:00)
Price Includes
  • Ticket
    • Topkapi Palace Guided Tour Admission Ticket.
    • Skip-the-line ticket to the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum, Admission ticket only



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Age policy

  • Children aged 4 and under can join free of charge.
  • Children aged 5 to 11 will be charged the child rate.
  • Participants aged 12 and above must purchase an adult ticket.


Additional information

  • Once you activate a pass, it can only be used by that individual. Passes cannot be re-sold or used by more than one person
  • Re-entry is not allowed after you leave the venue
  • Please find the full list of attractions and tours in the Istanbul E-pass here
  • Hagia Sophia requires a ticket to enter and is not included in the E-pass
  • Basilica Cistern, Dolmabahce Palace, and Topkapi Palace Museums can only be entered with a guide
  • The pass is valid for 2 consecutive days from the date of activation




Price Includes
  • Ticket
    • 2-day attraction pass
    • Access to over 70+ attractions, tours and activities


More Details about Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum Tickets

Know Before You Go for Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum Tickets

  • Foreign nationals may be asked to share their passport and visa details upon arrival.
  • ID proof is mandatory for each individual guest upon arrival.
  • Meet your guide at the Big Bus stop next to Sultanahmet park (see map) about 20 metres in front of the Hagia Sophia Museum.
  • You can only enter the museum with your tour guide, so don't go to the museum by yourself.
  • The tour starts at 12:00. Please be at the meeting point 10 minutes before, latecomers can't be waited for.

Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum Tickets Map

Starting Point
Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts
Binbirdirek, Atmeydanı Cd. No:12, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey