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Elgiz Museum of Contemporary Art

ArtOpens 10amFreeİTÜ-Ayazağa (M2)

The Elgiz Museum, founded by collectors Sevda and Can Elgiz, is regarded as Turkey's first private museum of international contemporary art. It occupies the Beybi Giz Plaza in Maslak and shows rotating selections from the Elgiz Collection. A 2,000 square metre terrace hosts an annual open-call sculpture exhibition. Entry is free.

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Beybi Giz Plaza, Maslak, 34398 Sarıyer, Istanbul

Nearest station: İTÜ-Ayazağa (M2)

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Hours

MonClosed
TueToday10:00–17:00
Wed10:00–17:00
Thu10:00–17:00
Fri10:00–17:00
Sat10:00–16:00
SunClosed

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Free

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Is Elgiz Museum of Contemporary Art free to visit?
Yes, general admission to Elgiz Museum of Contemporary Art is free. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.
What are the opening hours of Elgiz Museum of Contemporary Art?
Elgiz Museum of Contemporary Art is open Tuesday to Friday 10:00-17:00, Saturday 10:00-16:00. Closed Sunday, Monday and public holidays.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Elgiz Museum of Contemporary Art?
Elgiz Museum of Contemporary Art is located at Beybi Giz Plaza, Maslak, 34398 Sarıyer, Istanbul, in the Maslak area of Istanbul. The nearest station is İTÜ-Ayazağa (M2).
What can I see at Elgiz Museum of Contemporary Art?
Free private contemporary art museum in Maslak, built around the Elgiz Collection, with a sculpture terrace above the plazas. Current highlights include Gathering (Buluşma).
Do I need to book Elgiz Museum of Contemporary Art in advance?
Elgiz Museum of Contemporary Art is free to enter and most days you can walk in. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.
When is the best time to visit Elgiz Museum of Contemporary Art?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.
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