The best museums in Turkey

1. Troy Museum: This amazing museum is located in the province of Canakkale and has been awarded by the European Museum Academy. It is situated near the excavation site of the ancient city of Troy (yes, that Troy). It houses artifacts dating back 5,000 years. The museum’s collection includes around 2,000 exhibits. 2. Zeugma Mosaic Museum in Gaziantep: This is one of the largest mosaic museums in the world. The total area covered by the displayed mosaics is 1,700 square meters. The collection is mainly composed of mosaics discovered in the ancient Roman city of Zeugma. The most famous exhibit is the internationally renowned “Gypsy Girl” mosaic. 3. Istanbul Archaeology Museum: This museum is one of the main landmarks of Istanbul. It showcases unique artifacts of historical value, such as the Sidonian sarcophagus with scenes from the life of Alexander the Great, the Medusa Head, the Sarcophagus of the Weeping Woman, and busts of Zeus and Alexander the Great. 4. Istanbul Museum of Modern Art: This museum is located in a large two-story building that used to be a port warehouse. It features contemporary cinema, a library with books on modern art, and exhibition halls. The second floor is dedicated entirely to Turkish art. 5. Topkapi Palace: This attraction needs no introduction. If you haven’t been to the main palace of the Ottoman Empire, you haven’t truly experienced Turkey. Topkapi has such a rich history that it is best visited with a guide to fully appreciate the palace’s significance. 6. Antalya Archaeological Museum: This museum is no less impressive than its Istanbul counterpart. Its collection began to be assembled in 1922 and currently includes over 5,000 exhibits. The museum captivates visitors with its 14 exhibition halls, children’s section, open-air galleries, and garden, making it challenging to fully enjoy everything in just one visit.