Bona Ventura

Sultanahmet / Gülhane · Istanbul

Istanbul Archaeological Museums

İstanbul Arkeoloji Müzeleri

Museum

Three buildings with over a million objects. Look for the Alexander Sarcophagus, the Sarcophagus of the Mourning Women, Ishtar Gate glazed-brick panels and the Kadesh peace treaty tablet.

Address
Cankurtaran, Osman Hamdi Bey Yokuşu Sk., Fatih
Hours
Daily; check muze.gov.tr for seasonal closing time
Best time to go
Morning, Afternoon · About 2.5 h
Price
EUR 15 (2026); under 12 free; Museum Pass valid
Price level
₺₺
Free entry
Also free for: Foreign children aged 8 and under; disabled visitors (Turkish or foreign; no free companion for foreigners); ICOM/ICOMOS/UNESCO card holders; press card holders

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Details can change. Check hours and prices before you go.

Good to know

  • Entrance is from Gülhane Park, beside Topkapı's outer walls
  • The Tiled Kiosk (Çinili Köşk) in the courtyard is included

Nearby

The Bona Ventura app

Plans your days, reads the walks aloud, finds what is open near you and works offline.

Coming soon to iPhone and Android.