Islamic Science and Technology Museum Istanbul Ticket

About this tour

This ticket gets you into the Museum of the History of Islamic Science and Technology in Istanbul. Inside you'll find Islamic calligraphy, Ottoman and Persian textiles, historic Qurans and manuscripts, plus ceramics and tile work laid out across exhibits that trace the story of Islamic art and science. Plan on roughly two to three hours to walk through it all at a comfortable pace.

Highlights

• Detailed collection of Islamic calligraphy
• Ottoman and Persian textiles
• Historic Qurans and handwritten manuscripts
• Displays of ceramics and decorative tile work
• Exhibits tracing the history of Islamic art

Places You Will Visit

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Planning Your Visit to the Museum

The museum opens in the morning and closes in the late afternoon or early evening, and the hours shift a bit by season, so it's worth confirming the day's schedule and checking for any special closures before you head over. Coming right at opening or later in the day helps you avoid the busiest crowds. Set aside about two to three hours to see everything without rushing.

Dress modestly while you're inside. Keep your shoulders and knees covered and skip anything tight, sheer, or revealing, which matters most around the religious pieces and manuscript displays. The museum sits in a central part of Istanbul, so there are plenty of cafes and restaurants within walking distance if you want a break afterward.

Weather in Istanbul

Today 75°F24°C 61°F16°C Rain 78%

Tomorrow 67°F20°C 59°F15°C Rain 5%

Sun, Oct 25 71°F21°C 58°F14°C Rain 0%

Mon, Oct 26 67°F19°C 61°F16°C Rain 17%

Tue, Oct 27 64°F18°C 60°F16°C Rain 33%

Wed, Oct 28 60°F16°C 57°F14°C Rain 34%

Thu, Oct 29 61°F16°C 54°F12°C Rain 34%

Local time 2:52 AM, UTC+03:00

Available Days / Times

• Monday : All day
• Tuesday : All day
• Wednesday : All day
• Thursday : All day
• Friday : All day
• Saturday : All day
• Sunday : All day

Last updated: Oct 22, 2026