İstanbul / Fatih · Museums
Archaeological collections in a historic museum complex near Gülhane.
The complex comprises the Archaeological Museum, the Museum of the Ancient Orient and the Tiled Kiosk. Sarcophagi and objects from different civilisations are among the collection’s highlights.
Check which galleries are open, then choose a theme such as sculpture, funerary architecture or everyday life. Spending time with a smaller selection can be more rewarding than rushing through every gallery.
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Indoor and outdoor
29.09.2026 · SourceThe table shows daytime hours. The official page also lists evening visits from 19:00 to 22:00, with ticket sales ending at 21:00. Check the separate evening admission conditions. Checked on 30 September 2026: the official page reports closures affecting some main-building and annex galleries. Confirm that your chosen galleries are open with the museum.
| Monday | 09:00-18:45 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 09:00-18:45 |
| Wednesday | 09:00-18:45 |
| Thursday | 09:00-18:45 |
| Friday | 09:00-18:45 |
| Saturday | 09:00-18:45 |
| Sunday | 09:00-18:45 |
Source for opening hours ↗ · Checked: 30.09.2026
Varies by conditions
The DOSİM list quotes 15 EUR for foreign visitors, checked on 29 September 2026. Separate Müzekart conditions apply to Turkish identity-card holders. Check concessions, exemptions and evening admission separately.
Source for admission fees ↗ · Checked: 29.09.2026
Prices may vary by visitor type, ticket coverage and season.
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