Yildiz Palace promises a travel experience away from the crowds of Istanbul and in touch with nature. The palace, which you can walk through Yildiz Park, consists of several pavilions spread over an area surrounded by trees. You can find brief information about the history and architecture of Yildiz Palace in this article. In addition, Yildiz Palace entrance fee and opening … [Read more...] about YILDIZ PALACE Entrance Fee & Opening Hours (2024)
Museums of Istanbul
Beylerbeyi Palace Entrance Fee & Opening Hours (2024)
Beylerbeyi Palace was the only palace built by the Ottoman Empire on the Asian side of Istanbul. The palace, which hosted the royal guests coming to Istanbul, was "the guest house" of the empire. Today, Beylerbeyi Palace offers great photo frames for those who visit the Bosphorus. Since tourists visiting Istanbul do not go to the Asian Side very often, Beylerbeyi is less … [Read more...] about Beylerbeyi Palace Entrance Fee & Opening Hours (2024)
Istanbul Archaeological Museum Fee (Updated → 2025)
Istanbul Archaeological Museum houses one of the world's largest collections of historical artifacts. Located in Sultanahmet, the museum welcomes millions of visitors every year. Istanbul Archaeological Museum entrance fee is 15 Euros in 2025. Museum Pass Istanbul is valid in here. The museum is open between 09:00 in the morning and 18:30 in the evening. This information was … [Read more...] about Istanbul Archaeological Museum Fee (Updated → 2025)
TURKISH and ISLAMIC ARTS Museum (Istanbul) → 2025
Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum is located in the heart of Sultanahmet, one of the most touristic districts of Istanbul. The museum serves in Ibrahim Pasha Palace. This structure was originally built in the name of Pargali Ibrahim, the famous Grand Vizier of the 16th century. There are many historical artifacts related to the Seljuks and Ottomans, who were the ancestors of … [Read more...] about TURKISH and ISLAMIC ARTS Museum (Istanbul) → 2025
DOLMABAHCE PALACE Price & Hours (Updated → 2025)
Dolmabahce Palace is a structure on the Bosphorus shore that symbolizes the rapid modernization of the Ottoman Empire in the 19th century. Dolmabahce Palace entrance fee changes every year and you can find the most up-to-date information in this article. Dolmabahce Palace entrance fee is 1500 Turkish Liras in 2025. Museum Pass Istanbul is not valid in the palace. Dolmabahce … [Read more...] about DOLMABAHCE PALACE Price & Hours (Updated → 2025)
HAGIA SOPHIA Ticket Price & Hours (Updated → 2025)
Hagia Sophia was a church during the Byzantine period and a mosque during the Ottoman period. It remained as a museum for a long time, but was turned back into a mosque in 2020. Nowadays, praying in Hagia Sophia is free, but for touristic visits you have to buy a ticket. As of January 2025, the lower floor of Hagia Sophia serves entirely as a mosque and is open only to those … [Read more...] about HAGIA SOPHIA Ticket Price & Hours (Updated → 2025)
30 of The BEST MUSEUMS in Istanbul (Updated → 2025)
The best museums in Istanbul are mostly located on the European side of the city. The most visited museums can be found in Sultanahmet (Old City), Beyoglu (Taksim) and on the shores of the Bosphorus (Besiktas and Sariyer). In this article, you can find the 30 most visited museums of Istanbul. Some of these museums are churches from the Byzantine period, some are palaces from … [Read more...] about 30 of The BEST MUSEUMS in Istanbul (Updated → 2025)
TOPKAPI PALACE Ticket Price & Hours (Updated → 2025)
Topkapi Palace is located in Sultanahmet, the heart of Istanbul's Old City, and is within walking distance of other iconic buildings such as Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. Topkapi Palace ticket price is 2000 Turkish Liras in 2025. Museum Pass Istanbul is valid in the palace. Topkapi Palace is open between 09:00 in the morning and 17:00 in the evening. This information was … [Read more...] about TOPKAPI PALACE Ticket Price & Hours (Updated → 2025)
Chora Church (Kariye Mosque) Price & Hours → 2025
Chora Church is one of the most important Byzantine structures in Istanbul. It even overshadows Hagia Sophia when it comes to Byzantine mosaics adorning its walls. Chora Church is one of the oldest buildings in the city. The church, which was used as a mosque in the Ottoman period, became a museum in the Republic period. With a decision taken in 2020, it was converted into a … [Read more...] about Chora Church (Kariye Mosque) Price & Hours → 2025
BASILICA CISTERN Entry Fee & Hours (Updated → 2025)
Basilica Cistern is essentially an underground water reservoir dating back to the 6th century. However, thanks to its Roman architecture, it gives the impression of an underground palace. Basilica Cistern entrance fee changes every year and you can find the most up-to-date information in this article. Basilica Cistern entrance fee is 900 Turkish Liras in 2025. Museum Pass … [Read more...] about BASILICA CISTERN Entry Fee & Hours (Updated → 2025)