Get lost in the art-filled halls of Pera Museum, whose numerous galleries put a special focus on Orientalism in the 19th century. The building itself took over the space of the old Hotel Bristol, founded in 1893, and was renovated to feature a Victorian-era facade. On the first floor, stop to admire collections of colored tiles and pottery, as well as Anatolian weights and measures. From here, continue upstairs to see more than 300 works by European, Ottoman, and Turkish masters, including Osman Hamdi Bey. Several exhibits change regularly, so look for something new each time you visit. PutPera Museum into our Istanbul tour itinerary builder app and find out what's close by, where to stay, and where to head next.
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Only first two floors were open for visit. The price was low(10tl per person) but you don't get much anyway. The first floor was dedicated to average scale & weighting exhibition (showing you a bunch.... more
Only first two floors were open for visit. The price was low(10tl per person) but you don't get much anyway. The first floor was dedicated to average scale & weighting exhibition (showing you a bunch.... more »
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I have negative test COVID and vaccin, they don’t want I entered in the museum. Don’t come if you come from europe… lost you time
I have negative test COVID and vaccin, they don’t want I entered in the museum. Don’t come if you come from europe… lost you time more »
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While I agree with the previous reviewers of it not being so special, it’s relatively a good destination for İstanbul if you’re looking for something a bit different to what the city offers. The museum is in a good location with enough attractions and things to do without needing to go far. There’s a beautiful cafeteria and a small art shop with affordable prices but a limited options. With that being said, I would definitely recommend giving it a try if you’re in town and would like to experience something different.
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