Istanbul Museum Pass Is it worth to buy?

The Istanbul Museum Pass is for tourists serious and eager to visit major landmarks left behind by the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires. It gives discounted and free entrance fee to prominent, historical, and cultural sites of Istanbul, some of which date from over 9000 years ago. Landmarks and buildings free of charge with the Istanbul Museum Pass include…

• Mosaic Museum
• Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts
• Archaeological Museum
• Topkapi Palace and Harem 
• Hagia Sophia
• Galata Mevlevi House Museum
• Yıldız Palace
• Museum for the History of Science and Technology in Islam
• Chora Church

The card also gives substantial discounts in museum cafes and shops, GES bookshops and other popular attractions throughout the city.

Where to Buy it?

You can purchase the card from various stations within Istanbul or if you already live in Turkey, can purchase it online from the Muze Kart Official website.

Is it Worth it?

This will depend on how much time you plan to spend in Istanbul and if you intend to visit most of the sites included within the program. Some guided tours may provide discounted prices, no need to queue, advantage of pre-arranged transport, and the services of a professional, qualified guide to help bring the city alive by recounting the historical value and significance of the landmark buildings you will visit.