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Istanbul Museum of Painting and Sculpture at Galataport

Istanbul Museum of Painting and Sculpture

ArtOpens 10amFrom ₺200Tophane (T1)

The museum holds the Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University collection, built since 1937, with more than 10,000 paintings plus sculpture, ceramics and calligraphy. It covers Turkish art from the late 19th century Ottoman period to the end of the 20th century. It occupies the Antrepo No. 5 customs warehouse, designed by Sedad Hakkı Eldem and rebuilt by Emre Arolat's firm, on the Tophane waterfront beside Galataport.

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Kılıçali Paşa Mahallesi, Meclis-i Mebusan Caddesi No: 6, 34425 Beyoğlu, Istanbul

Nearest station: Tophane (T1) and Karaköy (T1)

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MonClosed
TueToday10:00–20:00
Wed10:00–17:00
Thu10:00–17:00
Fri10:00–17:00
Sat10:00–17:00
Sun10:00–17:00

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From ₺200

Students over 18 pay 100 TL; non-Turkish citizens pay 550 TL. Free for visitors aged 0-18 and for all students on Tuesdays 16:00-20:00.

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How much does Istanbul Museum of Painting and Sculpture cost?
Standard adult admission to Istanbul Museum of Painting and Sculpture is ₺200. Students over 18 pay 100 TL; non-Turkish citizens pay 550 TL. Free for visitors aged 0-18 and for all students on Tuesdays 16:00-20:00.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Istanbul Museum of Painting and Sculpture?
Istanbul Museum of Painting and Sculpture is open Tuesday 10:00-20:00, Wednesday to Sunday 10:00-17:00, closed Monday. Closed on 1 January and the first day of each bayram holiday. Ticket office closes 19:30 on Tuesdays and 16:30 on other days.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Istanbul Museum of Painting and Sculpture?
Istanbul Museum of Painting and Sculpture is located at Kılıçali Paşa Mahallesi, Meclis-i Mebusan Caddesi No: 6, 34425 Beyoğlu, Istanbul, in the Tophane area of Istanbul. The nearest stations are Tophane (T1) and Karaköy (T1).
What can I see at Istanbul Museum of Painting and Sculpture?
Mimar Sinan University's collection of late Ottoman and Republican Turkish art, in the former Antrepo No. 5 warehouse at Galataport. Current highlights include Sculpture Collection, Neş'e Erdok and Painting Collection.
Do I need to book Istanbul Museum of Painting and Sculpture in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
When is the best time to visit Istanbul Museum of Painting and Sculpture?
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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