Thursday is a great day to explore contemporary art in Istanbul without paying the usual admission fees. Two major museums offer free entry, but their eligibility rules are different.
Arter: Free for everyone
Arter is a contemporary art centre in Dolapdere. Exhibition admission is free for all visitors on Thursdays.
Check current opening hours and exhibition details before visiting.
İstanbul Modern: Free for Türkiye residents
İstanbul Modern runs Sizin Perşembeniz (“Your Thursday”), a programme offering free admission every Thursday from 10 am to 2 pm to visitors residing in Türkiye.
The programme does not provide free admission to all international tourists.
Bring proof of residence in Türkiye. Check with the museum in advance which documents it accepts for free admission.
Museum address: Tophane İskele Caddesi, Beyoğlu.
Opening hours and admission policies may change. Check the official websites before visiting.