When Emperor Constantine moved from Rome to Constantinople, a magnificent palace named "Great Palace" was built in the new capital. Seven centuries later, the Palace of Blachernae began to rise. The Palace of Porphyrogenitus, which is the only surviving extension from the Palace of Blachernae, was recently turned into a museum under the name Tekfur Palace. In this article, I … [Read more...] about Palace of Porphyrogenitus (Tekfur Palace Museum) 2024
Museums of Istanbul
Museum of The History of Science in Islam (Istanbul) 2024
Museum of The History of Science and Technology in Islam is located in Sultanahmet, one of the most touristic districts of Istanbul. The museum is located within walking distance from Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia. Those who visit Topkapi Palace usually visit the palace courtyards, harem and archeology museum. However, the Science and Technology Museum in Islam is often … [Read more...] about Museum of The History of Science in Islam (Istanbul) 2024
Fethiye Museum (Pammakaristos Church) → 2025
The Monastery of the Theotokos Pammakaristos was one of the most important works of the late Byzantine period in Istanbul. Pammakaristos Church, the only structure remaining from the monastery complex, serves as the Fethiye Museum today. Since there is a beach resort in Turkey called "Fethiye", the name of the museum can sometimes cause confusion. However, it should be noted … [Read more...] about Fethiye Museum (Pammakaristos Church) → 2025
Rumeli Fortress Entrance Fee & Hours (Updated → 2024)
Rumeli Fortress is a 550-year-old building located on the European side of the Bosphorus. Built during the Ottoman period, the fortress was built to prevent interference from the Black Sea during the siege of Constantinople. The surrounding of Rumeli Fortress is a very lively tourist center today. There are great restaurants and cafes in this neighborhood where Istanbulites … [Read more...] about Rumeli Fortress Entrance Fee & Hours (Updated → 2024)
Theodosius Cistern (Serefiye Sarnici) Updated → 2025
Theodosius Cistern is one of the mysterious Byzantine cisterns in Istanbul. The cistern, which was recently restored and opened to visitors, is known locally as the "Serefiye Sarnici". The museum is located in Sultanahmet, Istanbul's most touristic district. In order to reach the underground cistern, you enter a modern-designed glass room and go down the … [Read more...] about Theodosius Cistern (Serefiye Sarnici) Updated → 2025
Great Palace Mosaic Museum (Istanbul) 2024
The Great Palace Mosaic Museum reflects the splendor of the once magnificent Roman palace. Built in the 4th century by Emperor Constantine, the palace hosted Roman and Byzantine emperors for 800 years. Although the Great Palace was abandoned from the 11th century and was replaced by the Palace of Blachernae, its fame has survived to the present day. The stunning mosaics that … [Read more...] about Great Palace Mosaic Museum (Istanbul) 2024
RAHMI KOC MUSEUM Price & Hours (Updated → 2025)
Rahmi Koc Museum is located on the shores of Golden Horn in Istanbul. This unique museum is the first museum in Turkey that is dedicated to the history of industry, transportation, and communications. Two buildings from the Ottoman era was restored and opened as Rahmi Koc Museum. One of these buildings was an anchor factory opened during the reign of Sultan Ahmed III … [Read more...] about RAHMI KOC MUSEUM Price & Hours (Updated → 2025)
MINIATURK MUSEUM Price & Hours (Updated → 2025)
Miniaturk Museum is a showcase that reflects the historical and cultural heritage that Turkey has to offer. You can be sure that the abundance of these works will surprise you. The exact models of the historical artifacts exhibited in Miniaturk attract the attention of children the most. Apart from these models, there are many activity areas for children in the museum. In … [Read more...] about MINIATURK MUSEUM Price & Hours (Updated → 2025)
PANORAMA 1453 Museum Entry Fee & Hours (2024)
Panorama 1453 Museum gives us clues about the history of the Ottoman Empire. Constantinople became the new capital of the Ottoman Empire from 1453 and remained so until the fall of the empire after WW1. Conquered during the rise of the Ottoman Empire, Istanbul witnessed the empire's most glorious period. However, since the Ottoman history dates back to the 1300s, it is best … [Read more...] about PANORAMA 1453 Museum Entry Fee & Hours (2024)
Galata Mevlevi Museum Entrance Fee & Hours (2024)
Galata Mevlevi House Museum is the most powerful icon representing Rumi's philosophy in Istanbul. There are also whirling dervish performances in the museum, which is an old Mevlevi lodge. Konya is actually the most important city of Mevlevi dervishes in Turkey. Once a year, a ritual of Mevlevi dervishes is held in Konya and attracts thousands of visitors from all over the … [Read more...] about Galata Mevlevi Museum Entrance Fee & Hours (2024)