Art & Culture in Istanbul

Explore the rich art and culture scene of Istanbul. From museums and hidden galleries to beautiful architecture and street art, our Spotters have discovered the perfect places for every art and culture enthusiast. Check out the vibrant YeldeÄŸirmeni Neighborhood, known for its stunning street art or visit the historic Theodosius Cistern, a hidden gem of Byzantine architecture. Discover these and many more cultural gems in Istanbul.

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HasanpaÅŸa Gashouse

Industrial heritage

Hasanpaşa Gashouse, which has been providing the Kadıköy District for 130 years with gas, has finally opened as a cultural centre and a museum...

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Zekeriya

S. Sen

Feb 11, 2025

Moda Nostalgia Tramvay

Ride On The Asian Side

Kadıköy-Moda Tramway operates as a clockwise circular route, departs from a point close to Kadıköy Pier, and goes to Moda Street.

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Zeynep

Ozortac

Feb 9, 2025

The Museum of Innocence

Beauty of Storytelling

This is a place where creativity and storytelling meet. As the writer Orhan Pamuk says, ‘I will build a museum, and its catalogue will be a novel’.

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Zeynep

Ozortac

Feb 6, 2025

Rahmi M. Koç Museum

Collectors time machine

Rahmi M. Koç Museum Istanbul has such items as vintage cars, sailboats, old trams, trains, productions units, warplanes and more! I also like its garden.

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Yucel

Babadag

Feb 5, 2025

Perili Köşk

The haunted mansion

Perili Köşk Istanbul houses the Borusan Contemporary Art Museum. Some call it the haunted mansion because it was incomplete for years. I love the views!

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Yucel

Babadag

Feb 5, 2025

Istanbul Modern

Art museum

Istanbul Modern Art Museum is the city's first modern art institution opened by a private enterprise. Apart from everything else, don't skip on the cafe.

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Yucel

Babadag

Feb 5, 2025
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