72 x 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 Yeldeğirmeni 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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Hasanpaşa 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

Oct 13, 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

Oct 11, 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

Oct 8, 2025

Lokal Makers Shop

Slow shopping in Istanbul

At the heart of Local Makers Shop's philosophy lies a commitment to slow shopping, a celebration of the artisanal, and an embrace of handmade designs.

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Zeynep

Ozortac

Oct 7, 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

Oct 7, 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

Oct 7, 2025

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