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Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum Skip-the-Ticket-Line Entry with Audio Guide

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Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum Skip-the-Ticket-Line Entry with Audio Guide

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Interior view of the museum with Ottoman carpets and decorative Islamic art pieces.
Collection of carpets and Islamic artifacts inside the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum.
Ornate wooden Quran stand with intricate carvings on display.
Interior view of the museum with Ottoman carpets and decorative Islamic art pieces.
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Interior view of the museum with Ottoman carpets and decorative Islamic art pieces.
Collection of carpets and Islamic artifacts inside the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum.
Ornate wooden Quran stand with intricate carvings on display.
Interior view of the museum with Ottoman carpets and decorative Islamic art pieces.
Ornate wooden Quran stand with intricate carvings on display.Collection of carpets and Islamic artifacts inside the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum.Colorful Ottoman-era carpets displayed behind protective glass at the museum.Visitors exploring the hall of large Ottoman carpets in the museum.Islamic calligraphy textile featuring Arabic inscriptions at the museum.Interior view of the museum with Ottoman carpets and decorative Islamic art pieces.Interior view of the museum with Ottoman carpets and decorative Islamic art pieces.Courtyard of the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum with arched architecture and greenery.Exhibition hall of the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum showcasing large carpets and Islamic artifacts.Display of intricately woven Ottoman carpets inside the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum.

Overview

Skip the lines and explore the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum inside the historic Ibrahim Pasha Palace, right next to the Blue Mosque in Sultanahmet. This impressive museum brings together treasures from across centuries, including the world’s largest carpet collection, rare Qurans, imperial decrees, and exquisite examples of calligraphy. You will also find a wide range of glass, ceramic, wooden, and stone artifacts, each reflecting the craftsmanship of different Islamic regions.rnrnHoused in one of the most remarkable Ottoman palaces still standing today, the museum offers an atmosphere where history, art, and culture come together in a single place. With your ticket, you can enjoy the collections at your own pace while listening to a specially prepared audio guide available in 25 languages, making the experience accessible and engaging for visitors from around the world. Whether you are passionate about history, fascinated by Islamic art, or simply curious to explore, this museum is a must-see in Istanbul.
  • Skip the ticket lines with your instant QR code entry.
  • Hear the full story of the collection with an audio guide in 25 languages.
  • Discover the world’s largest carpet collection and rare manuscripts.
  • Explore Islamic art from Seljuks, Ottomans, and beyond inside the Ibrahim Pasha Palace.

About This Activity

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Skip the ticket line

Walk past ticket queues and show your mobile QR code at the entrance.

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Audio guide included

Listen to a curated audio guide in 25 different languages

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Flexible cancellation

Plans can change, no problem. Learn about the refund policy.

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Duration

1 Hour

Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum Entry Ticket
Audio guide in 25 languages
Guided Tour

Fast Entry with QR Ticket

Walk past the long ticket lines and enter the museum quickly with your QR ticket.

Audio Guide in 25 Languages

Enjoy a specially curated audio guide available in 25 languages, including English, German, Arabic, Russian, Spanish, Japanese, and more.

World’s Largest Carpet Collection

See priceless carpets from the Seljuk Empire, Anatolia, and regions like Iran and the Caucasus.

Rare Manuscripts and Qurans

Admire hand-written calligraphy, illuminated Qurans, imperial decrees, and historic documents.

Art Across Civilizations

Explore glass, ceramic, wooden, and stone works created by artists from different Islamic regions.

Historic Palace Setting

Experience these treasures inside the Ibrahim Pasha Palace, one of the finest surviving Ottoman palaces.

  • Your entry ticket and audio guide link will be sent to you by email. Show your QR code at the entrance for direct access.

  • The audio guide requires an internet connection for the first download; once installed, it works offline.

  • Children under 5 can enter for free but must present a valid passport at the entrance.

  • Large luggage or suitcases are not allowed inside the museum.

Cancellation Policy

Flexible Cancellation: Plans can change, no worries. You can change or cancel within the refundable time period.

Questions?

Visit the istanbul.com Help Centre for any further questions.

Product code: 460360P305

Frequently Asked Questions

For local tourists, to get to know more deeply about their roots of art, religion, and history is needed. If you are coming from abroad, with the Istanbul Tourist Pass, you can enjoy getting informed about the past of your world neighbors. The quality guided tours will help while you observe the magnificence of the unique pieces of Islamic art.
Your ticket includes skip-the-line entry and access to a specially curated audio guide in 25 languages.
Your QR code ticket and audio guide link will be sent to you by email. Simply show the QR code at the entrance for direct access.
The museum houses the world’s largest carpet collection, rare Qurans, calligraphy, imperial edicts, as well as artifacts made of glass, ceramic, wood, and stone from across the Islamic world.
It is located inside the historic Ibrahim Pasha Palace, right next to the Blue Mosque on Sultanahmet Square.
The collection includes rare Seljuk carpets, Iranian and Caucasian designs, and Ottoman masterpieces, making it one of the most valuable in the world.
The museum is housed in the 16th-century Ibrahim Pasha Palace, one of the oldest surviving Ottoman palaces, offering a unique setting that blends history and architecture.
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