Have you spent enough time exploring the rich collection of the Istanbul Archaeological Museums and gained important information? If so, you can start visiting other attractions nearby without wasting your time.
In the history and culture-filled atmosphere of Istanbul, we recommend that you visit other museums and touristic spots in the surrounding area, as well as the Istanbul Archaeological Museums. So, you have the opportunity to fully explore the city's rich heritage. Remember, each point may be telling you a new story.
The Turkish and Islamic Art Museum
Istanbul Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum is just a 12-minute walk from the Istanbul Archaeological Museums. It is the first museum in our country that includes Turkish-Islamic works. The museum, which is a reflection of Istanbul's historical and cultural richness, offers its visitors the opportunity to discover a heritage dating back thousands of years. Located in Sultanahmet Square, this museum attracts attention with its unique works bearing traces of Turkish and Islamic art.
Great Palace Mosaics Museums
The Grand Palace Mosaics Museum, a dazzling point in the historical texture of Istanbul, exhibits the magnificent mosaic collection unearthed during excavations that started in 1935. The mosaics were prepared by many master artists, probably the leading masters of the period.
You can visit Great Palace Mosaics Museums, which is within walking distance of the Istanbul Archaeological Museums.
Hagia Sophia Mosque
When you leave the Istanbul Archaeological Museums, direct your steps towards the Hagia Sophia Mosque to touch more of the historical fabric in the heart of the city. This magnificent building is one of the symbols of Istanbul and contains many stories and details that will fascinate you throughout your visit.
During your visit, you can try the audio guide we offer to explore the history, architecture and importance of Hagia Sophia in more depth.
New Mosque
An important point that visitors of the Istanbul Archaeological Museums should add to their route is the New Mosque, which reflects the historical and cultural heritage of the city, and the Hunkar Pavilion located in its social complex. The New Mosque attracts attention with its magnificent architecture and bears traces of the religious life of the Ottoman period.
Spice Bazaar
In the rich fabric of Istanbul's historical and cultural heritage, the Spice Bazaar is a unique jewel. This is a marketplace that reflects the trading tradition of the Ottoman Empire and is still lively today. After visiting the Istanbul Archaeological Museums, a tour of this unique bazaar offers a pleasant break at the point where Istanbul's past and present meet.
Grand Bazaar
After leaving the Istanbul Archaeological Museums, we recommend you to visit the Grand Bazaar for an unforgettable experience.
The Grand Bazaar is one of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world. This unique place, which left its mark on the history and culture of Istanbul, has been the center of trade and cultural exchange throughout history. Today, with its thousands of shops, it has become a paradise where you can find handmade carpets, silver jewelry, tile artworks, and more.