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Exterior of the Sadberk Hanım Museum on Piyasa Caddesi, Büyükdere

Sadberk Hanım Museum

ArtHistoryArchaeologyOpens 10amFrom ₺450

Opened in 1980 by the Vehbi Koç Foundation in memory of Sadberk Koç, the museum holds about 20,000 objects. Anatolian archaeology from around 6000 BC to the end of the Byzantine period fills the Sevgi Gönül Building, and Ottoman art is shown in the Azaryan Yalısı. Temporary themed exhibitions draw on costume, jewellery, ceramics and photography.

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Piyasa Caddesi No: 25, Büyükdere, Sarıyer, Istanbul

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Hours

Mon10:00–17:00
TueToday10:00–17:00
WedClosed
Thu10:00–17:00
Fri10:00–17:00
Sat10:00–17:00
Sun10:00–17:00

Admission

From ₺450

Students 100 TRY; Müzekart+ and Museum Pass holders 300 TRY; free for visitors 65+, disabled visitors and children 6 and under.

Accessibility

The historic buildings have no ramps or lifts. There is no museum car park.

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How much does Sadberk Hanım Museum cost?
Standard adult admission to Sadberk Hanım Museum is ₺450. Students 100 TRY; Müzekart+ and Museum Pass holders 300 TRY; free for visitors 65+, disabled visitors and children 6 and under.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Sadberk Hanım Museum?
Sadberk Hanım Museum is open Thursday to Tuesday 10:00-17:00. Closed Wednesdays, 1 January and the first day of religious holidays. The Turkish-Islamic Art section is temporarily closed to visitors.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Sadberk Hanım Museum?
Sadberk Hanım Museum is located at Piyasa Caddesi No: 25, Büyükdere, Sarıyer, Istanbul, in the Büyükdere area of Istanbul.
What can I see at Sadberk Hanım Museum?
Turkey's first private museum, on the Bosphorus, with Anatolian archaeology and Ottoman textiles in two historic buildings. Current highlights include Archaeology Collection, Sevgi Gönül Building.
Do I need to book Sadberk Hanım Museum 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 Sadberk Hanım Museum?
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.
Is Sadberk Hanım Museum accessible?
The historic buildings have no ramps or lifts. There is no museum car park.

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