Museum of the History of Islamic Science & Technology Ticket

KTLY504292

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Istanbul

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About this tour

This ticket gets you into Istanbul's Museum of the History of Islamic Science and Technology without the entry line. Inside you'll find one of the city's better collections of Islamic art: pages of calligraphy, Ottoman and Persian textiles, hand-painted ceramics and tile work, and old Qurans and manuscripts. The galleries also trace how Islamic art developed over the centuries. Plan on a couple of hours to see it at a comfortable pace.

Highlights

Detailed collection of Islamic calligraphy
Ottoman and Persian textiles and carpets
Rare Qurans and historic manuscripts
Painted ceramics and tile work
Galleries tracing the history of Islamic art

Istanbul Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam 1 tour & ticket

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Admission to the Museum of the History of Islamic Science and Technology

Good to Know Before You Go

The museum opens in the morning and closes in the late afternoon or early evening, though hours shift with the season, so it's worth checking the current schedule before you head over. Arriving right at opening or later in the day is your best bet for thinner crowds. Most people spend about two to three hours here, which is enough to walk through the calligraphy, textile, ceramic, and manuscript galleries at an easy pace.

Dress modestly out of respect for the setting and its religious material. Keep your shoulders and knees covered, and skip anything tight, sheer, or revealing. Photography is fine in most rooms, but flash and tripods are usually off limits to protect the artifacts, so watch for posted signs. The building is central and has ramps and accessible pathways, with plenty of cafes and restaurants a short walk away when you're ready for a break.