National Palaces Painting Museum Ticket & Audio Guide

• This is not a guided tour. You can explore the museum with the Audio Guide at your own pace.
• QR tickets are given when you are near the entrance.
• You need internet on your phone to get the tickets. You can get a mobile hotspot for unlimited internet at a discount.
• Children must show their passport to prove their age. Kids under 5 can enter for free.
• The museum is closed for half a day on the first day of Ramadan and Sacrifice Festivals.
• No suitcases allowed inside.

Take a cultural journey through the National Palaces Painting Museum, located near Dolmabahce Palace. This museum showcases over 200 masterpieces from the 19th and early 20th centuries. Explore the development of Turkish art, see the influence of royal patrons on court painters, and discover beautiful Orientalist artworks. With easy access and detailed information, this tour offers a fascinating look into Istanbul’s rich artistic history.

The National Palaces Painting Museum, opened in 2014, is located in the Crown Prince Residence of Dolmabahce Palace. It is an important part of Istanbul’s art scene, with paintings collected from both Turkish and international artists.

The building was originally the Istanbul Art and Sculpture Museum, founded by Mustafa Kemal Ataturk in 1937. After being renovated from 2010 to 2014, it became a museum for artworks mostly collected from the Ottoman palaces.

• Turkish Artists (1870-1930): This section includes works by famous Turkish artists like Seker Ahmed Pasha and Osman Hamdi Bey, showing how Turkish art evolved with Western influences.
• Court Painters’ Collection: See works by court painters such as Stanislaw Chlebowski and Fausto Zonaro, who were commissioned by Sultan Abdulaziz and Sultan Abdulhamid II. These pieces reflect royal support for the arts.
• Goupil Gallery Acquisitions: This collection features paintings purchased from the Goupil Gallery in Paris during Sultan Abdulaziz’s reign, giving insight into his artistic tastes.
• Ivan Aivazovsky's Works: The museum’s grand Ceremony Hall displays stunning works by the famous Russian artist Aivazovsky, adding an international touch to the collection.
• Abdulmecid II’s Legacy: Explore the art of Abdulmecid II, the last crown prince of the Ottoman Empire, whose personal creations are also on display.
• Orientalist Treasures: Discover 19th-century Orientalist paintings that show the mystery and beauty of the Orient through the eyes of well-known artists.

Visit the National Palaces Painting Museum and experience Istanbul’s rich art history through these beautiful collections.