Naval Museum
Naval Museum
4.5
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This museum, located in Dolmabahce Palace, contains over 4000 items relating to Turkish naval history.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Neighbourhood: Besiktas
In Besiktas, skyscrapers compete with palaces for space in an upscale vista replete with hilly green parkland filling in the margins. Step into this rather wealthy neighbourhood and discover a rich mix of opportunities to shop, dine, and be entertained. For folks in search of urban buzz, not to mention a constant reminder of just how important Istanbul’s waterways are to its rich history, there's the frenetic Besiktas ferry terminal or the city’s most vibrant fish market to explore. For a timeout of metropolitan proportions, head to the bucolic Yildiz Park or the chic Bosphorus-side fishing village of Ortakoy. Attractions such as the grandiose Dolmabahce Palace and a bevy of other stately residences await admiration. To be sure, this large and not overly touristy swath of Istanbul yields plenty of pleasure for all.
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Марина Ч
Istanbul, Türkiye282 contributions
May 2024 • Family
A very interesting naval museum. The Sultan's rowing boats, models of ships and submarines, diving equipment, tools and instruments, and personal items are on display. The history of Turkish navigation is presented very interestingly. The navigation through the museum is wonderfully organized so that you can see everything and not miss anything.
The museum is located behind the Dolmabahce Palace and the Museum of Palace Collections.
The museum has a children's playroom, which is convenient for small children. Older children should be interested in the museum's exhibition.
Closed - Sunday
The museum is located behind the Dolmabahce Palace and the Museum of Palace Collections.
The museum has a children's playroom, which is convenient for small children. Older children should be interested in the museum's exhibition.
Closed - Sunday
Written 5 May 2024
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Alistair K
Nottingham, UK327 contributions
Mar 2023 • Solo
This is a very interesting museum about the history of the Ottoman/Turkish navy. I learned lots looking at some of the exhibits. I was particularly moved by some of the exhibits in the exhibition for the martyrs. I was there the same time as a school children's group, if you find yourself followed by one, go back, let them pass, they seem to pass through quickly then you will be left in peace again.
Written 31 March 2023
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Elizabeth S
Ogden,Utah50 contributions
Dec 2024 • Couples
Largest collection of cannons, royal barges, and deep diving equipment and intricate boat/ ship models I’ve ever seen , impressive
Beautifully laid out.
We took the ferry from Eminonu to Bestikas, and the museum is to your left. Use your transport card
Really recommend.
Beautifully laid out.
We took the ferry from Eminonu to Bestikas, and the museum is to your left. Use your transport card
Really recommend.
Written 10 December 2024
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Mert
Istanbul, Türkiye428 contributions
Sept 2024 • Solo
Museum card not valid, entry is €90. Great museum where you can see our maritime history in chronology. Especially the Republican Navy section and the Ataturk section are amazing...Ataturk section doesn’t feel like it...There’s also a small souvenir shop and a cafe where you can breathe. A must-see museum for museum lovers.
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Written 10 September 2024
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Igor Alexeev
Moscow, Russia133,103 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
İstanbul Deniz Müzesi was founded in 1897. The largest naval museum in Turkey. Located in Besiktas, a stone's throw from the Besiktas - Kadikoy pier. Entrance ticket - 200 ₺ (6.5 €, 640 ₽)...
Written 10 December 2023
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BJSINV
Inverness, United Kingdom56 contributions
Mar 2015 • Friends
I've walked past this building many times (it's a 10 minute walk from Kabatas pas the Dolmabahace Palace) but only ventured in recently. It's definitely worth a visit although it isn't what you'd expect from a naval museum which can be a good or bad thing depending on your point of view! I'd argue that the Turks have a proud naval history but while there is a leaflet summarising some notable historic events, this is largely missing from the museum itself. For example the Ottoman standard captured at Lepanto and returned by Pope Paul is on display but seems rather out of place in terms of the other exhibits. It's main focus is to showcase the imperial caliques (barges). These are interesting and unique vessels in themselves and while mostly from the 19th century, the exhibition does contain the world's oldest galley. It also contains vessels which are important in Turkey's fight for independence following the First World War as well as some small boats used by Ataturk. The contrast between those used by him and the sultans is marked. As far as the other exhibits go, there are numerous pieces of art showing the changing views of Istanbul including an interesting panoramic from the Galata Tower. All in all well worth a look, although naval buffs might be a bit disappointed.
Written 9 March 2015
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COYDRCOY
Izmir, Türkiye101 contributions
Jun 2012 • Couples
Next door to Beşiktaş port which is on Bosphorus,3 flat museum,lots of paintings and uniforms, models of warships up to 500 years old,lots of naval equipment,a wall full of personal weapons,a very rich museum shop,most famous piece is the huge flag of Barbarossa which contains unexpectedly several different religious amblems from 16th century and presented in a horizantal glass box where can easily be missed in the kaos of the museum.The museum has a book of itself but where were the 14 real boats of the sultans ?????
Written 2 July 2012
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GEARS J
San Francisco, CA48 contributions
Oct 2019
This museum is for all ages. Not huge just the right size to visit and finish within a few hours and give you a general idea about Ottoman Naval History and bring you to 20th century… All “kayaks” are refurbished to their original states, gold gilded & painted. I call this museum a must.
Written 19 November 2019
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jaseaton
Silver Spring, MD2,749 contributions
Mar 2015 • Couples
As you enter the Naval Museum, it seems that the exhibit area will be small, but when you get downstairs, the Sultan's caique you can see opens onto a virtual armada of these sumptuous river caiques (large oared triremes that the Ottoman royals and heir consorts) used to sail along the Bosphorus. They're stunning, beautiful and resonant of a life-style that has vanished. It's quite an experience!
Written 22 March 2015
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EvieL
6 contributions
Sept 2019
This place is huge so be prepared for a long but interesting walk throughout the Turkish naval history and heritage. Those interested in ottoman navy, naval uniforms, Ataturk & his love for sea and history of scuba diving equipment should check this place out.
Written 21 September 2019
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What are your opening hours. Are you open every day ?
Written 14 January 2017
The museum is open between 09:00-17:00 in weekdays (in monday it is closed); 10:00-18:00 on weekends.
The museum is closed on mondays and on first days of religious holidays.
Written 15 January 2017
Hi,
How much is the entry?
Is it possible taking photo?
Thanks
Chris
Written 20 October 2015
Entry is 6.5 lira, though one reviewer adds that it is free over 60. Another reviewer says there is an extra fee for taking photos.
Written 25 October 2015
EnGin T
Istanbul, Türkiye
merhaba arkadaşlar ben diploma projemi deniz müzesi temalı yapıyorum fakat elimde çok fazla bilgi yok deniz müzesi hakkında kapsamlı bir bilgi alabileceğim site yada yardımcı olacak arakadaşlar varsa bana gönderebilirler mi acaba şimdiden teşekkür ediyorum.
Written 9 April 2015
deniz müzesi beşiktaşa taşındı süper hale geldi bence oraya gidip kesinlikle görerek ve görevlilerden yeterli bilgi alabileceğini tahmin ediyorum .başarılar dilerim
Written 9 April 2015
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