Pera Museum
Museum · Beyoğlu, Istanbul

Pera Museum

Photo: Tatiana Matlina · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

The Pera Museum presents permanent displays of Orientalist paintings and Anatolian weights and measures. Temporary exhibitions rotate through the upper floors. The restored historic building stands in central Beyoğlu.

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Good to know

Tickets
Admission fees apply; confirm current rates on the museum website.
Time needed
Allow 1 to 2 hours.
Best time
Weekday mornings to avoid crowds.
Getting there
In Beyoğlu, reached by tram or short walk from Taksim Square.

Itineraries with Pera Museum

Day 5 of Istanbul in 5 Days

Beyoğlu

How Pera Museum fits into a day.
  1. 10:00Galata TowerGalata
  2. 12:00Pera MuseumBeyoğlu
  3. 14:00İstiklal AvenueBeyoğlu
  4. 17:00Taksim SquareTaksim
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Pera Museum questions

What does the Pera Museum show?

It displays Orientalist paintings, historical artifacts, and rotating temporary exhibitions.

Is there an entry fee for the Pera Museum?

Yes, tickets are required; current prices are listed on the official website.

How long does a visit to the Pera Museum take?

Most visitors spend 1 to 2 hours on the main collections.

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