Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum: English Guided Tour

Supplied by: Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum

Get in-depth explanations of Turkish art, carpets, trinkets, and treasures

Highlights

Skip the line with your guide and learn the history behind this impressive Istanbul museum See Islamic calligraphy, Turkish tiles, and rugs dating back to ancient times Get in-depth explanations of the museum's art, trinkets, and treasures in a great location near the Blue Mosque

What's included

Skip-the-line entrance to the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum

Overview

The world's biggest carpet collection isn't at IKEA - it's right here at the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum!

Tour the museum with a guide and see rare carpets, Iranian treasures, calligraphy, and more. This collection of historical artifacts and items was originally located in the soup kitchen of the Süleymaniye Mosque complex, and was subsequently moved to the somewhat more glamorous İbrahim Paşa Palace, next to the Blue Mosque.

Know before you go

For children under 9, a valid ID must be presented

Cancellation policy

before_date

Venue address

Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum

Sultanahmet Meydanı