Rahmi M. Koc Museum
Rahmi M. Koc Museum
4.5
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
About
The Rahmi M Koç Museum is the first major museum in Turkey dedicated to the history of Transport, Industry and Communications. Housed in magnificent buildings - themselves prime examples of industrial archaeology - on the shore of the historic Golden Horn, the collection contains thousands of items from gramophone needles to full size ships and aircraft.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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Neighborhood: Beyoglu
Istanbul’s most famous street, pedestrianized Istiklal Caddesi (Independence Avenue), throbs day and night and offers a fantastic array of architectural sights, shops, treats, and throngs upon teeming throngs of people. At the avenue’s northeastern end is expansive Taksim Square, thought by many to be the very heart of the city, with many of Turkey’s most renowned restaurants and some of Europe’s most happening nightlife in close proximity. In striking contrast, Beyoglu’s less trafficked areas – such as the affluent Cihangir and the antiques district of Cukurcuma – exude Old World charm and provide contemplative calm and splendid diversion via an assortment of cozy cafes, attractive boutiques, and quiet lanes.
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- Haliç • 8 min walk
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- Наталия Б1 contributionMagnificent museumA stunning museum that will be of interest to both adults and children. A large number of exhibits: cars/motos, planes, trains, submarines. Everything is done with attention to detail and love. For Harry Potter fans, there is a car in which he flew with his friends. It is better to spend at least 3 hours for the museum.Visited March 2024Traveled with familyWritten March 30, 2024
- OzanIstanbul, Türkiye8 contributionsTime TravelRahmi Koç Museum, which is very large and has an incredibly wide range of museums, is a museum that takes you away from 2024 the moment you enter. There are a lot of complicated things, of course you don't fully understand the mechanics of everything and you will even forget a considerable part of it after a while. However, the pleasure of instantly transporting you to the time period you belong to is beyond anything else.Visited April 2024Traveled with friendsWritten April 3, 2024
- Зоя С11 contributionsRahmi M. Koch Museum.I wanted to see something unusual in Istanbul. I found information about this museum in one of the videos on YouTube. I read the reviews and decided to go with my family for the whole day. The museum is located quite far from the arrival point of the liner - the port of Sarayburnu. The cost of a taxi ride is 600 liras one way. We spent a little over 200 liras round trip including the cost of purchasing a transport card. You need to walk past the Galati Bridge, past the yacht parking area near the shore to the Yemenem bus park - 1.5 km. Buy an Istanbul transport card in advance (70 liras). Take bus number 47E. Drive about 40 minutes to the retirement museum. The cost of the trip is 7.7 liras per person. We got back by river bus. Leave the museum, go to the right to the pier and after learning the departure schedule, go to the Kadikoy stop (3 stops) - 30 liras per person. About the museum's exhibition. This is a private motor transport museum. Monday is a day off, open from 9:30 to 17:00. Everything related to movement is represented - carts, carriages, bicycles, mopeds, scooters, strollers, motorcycles, freight transport, cars, boats, planes, trains, toy vehicles. Whole classes visit this museum. Therefore, it is noisy from children's voices. There are a lot of halls and pavilions for viewing. Interesting for any age, especially children and men. This rare vehicle is in excellent condition. There is a cafe and restaurant at affordable prices. I definitely recommend it 👍🏻.Visited May 2024Traveled with familyWritten May 7, 2024
- globalconnexionLondon, United Kingdom244 contributionsWow...this is a little hidden gem!This is by far one of the best transport museums I've been to, well done to the people who put it together, fantastic job! I'm someone with an engineering background who also likes history, it was 5 hours well spent but could have stayed all day, was totally in my element. One of my Istanbul trip's highlight for sure and would highly recommend it, especially to get some respite from the hassling of shop and restaurant staff in the city centre which is tiring and very off putting.Visited May 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten June 1, 2024
- Luana VMalta7 contributionsInteresting and interactive.Large collections of vehicles used for different modes of transportation; cars, trains, planes, large boats moored at an outside dock, and much more. The displays are well laid out and organised with the collections spread out in more than one building. The staff are also very friendly and helpful. Well worth the ticket price.Visited July 2024Traveled with familyWritten July 18, 2024
- Daria B10 contributionsAwesome.If you're in Istanbul, have already visited the most popular and boring sights, and are looking for something to do with your free day, this museum is your choice. Here you will experience the spirit of history, but it will not be boring and boring, where you will only evoke emotions of 5-7 pieces, it is a world of our past, where you can touch, observe, feel, press buttons, climb into trains, planes... this museum is “alive”! 300 lire on the uber with Beyoglu, 600 lire for admission per adult, but it wouldn't occur to you that you're overpaying. I've been to other museums of old-car collectors, but they're nowhere near what you can see here. If you stop and read all the signs, you won't have enough hours. Anyway, I can't think of a person who would be impressed by this museum. From the photo on the Internet, I had less expectations, but now I'd give 10 out of 5Visited September 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten September 25, 2024
- Jill W7 contributionsA 'must see' museum!!This is a must see museum for visitors. It is an extensive area with a wide variety of excellent, well maintained collections, many of which are interactive. There are 4 cafes and one restaurant. Descriptions and information is displayed in English. Highly recommended, perhaps needs more advertising as a tourist attraction; we only discovered it as we passed by in a taxi. Thank you to all those who contribute to this magnificent attraction.Visited September 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten September 26, 2024
- Wendy MBrisbane, Australia850 contributionsA great family day outThis is a fabulous museum with lots of different transportation experiences on display. We particularly enjoyed the vintage cars that are in pristine condition. The various planes and their histories also makes for interesting viewing. Being able to board a couple of large boats adds to the experience. We loved our visit but suggest you need a minimum of 4 hours to really enjoy the experience. The entry cost of 600TL is not prohibitive compared to many of Turkeys overpriced monument. A very memorable visit.Visited October 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten October 6, 2024
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Alex
Hong Kong, China441 contributions
Jan 2020
Very huge and successful private industrial museum
1. I have never been to such big huge private museum.
2. I have never been to a museum that after coming out, I still don't know the genre of things that have been displaying to me ( A LOT )
3. I have broaden my horizons as the museums have displayed a wide varieties of stuff such as different land sea vehicles , models and communications instruments.
4. THAT GUY IS SO RICHHHHHHH.
5. Anyway, if you want to see huge varieties of stuff (What rich guys collect) , definitely come here as the ticket price is also very very cheap, a lot cheaper than other museums.
6. Bring your camera and take more mesmerizing pictures :) ENJOY :)
1. I have never been to such big huge private museum.
2. I have never been to a museum that after coming out, I still don't know the genre of things that have been displaying to me ( A LOT )
3. I have broaden my horizons as the museums have displayed a wide varieties of stuff such as different land sea vehicles , models and communications instruments.
4. THAT GUY IS SO RICHHHHHHH.
5. Anyway, if you want to see huge varieties of stuff (What rich guys collect) , definitely come here as the ticket price is also very very cheap, a lot cheaper than other museums.
6. Bring your camera and take more mesmerizing pictures :) ENJOY :)
Written February 8, 2020
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Written February 13, 2020
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Studio Timografia
Venice, Italy235 contributions
Dec 2020
Absolutely awesome. I came across this gem completely by chance as I was on the ferry and saw the historic SH ferry docked alongside a submarine and my curiosity was raised. The next day I went and was not disappointed. So many incredible exhibits! The museum was clean and well laid out and as I was there at opening time, I only had to share the facility with a handful of other visitors. I’d imagine that in “normal times” aka pre-COVID, hoards of screaming schoolchildren would have swarmed the place as it is a perfect spot for hands-on exploration. Great spot for anyone who loves transportation and especially trains.
Written December 13, 2020
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Written April 27, 2021
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Da-ndy1989
Guildford, UK129 contributions
Feb 2020
So pleased with visited this mostly transport museum which has so much more on display. Everything is beautifully presented and well kept in this old Shipyard and it's very easy to spend quite a few hours here for a very cheap entry fee. It's a MUST visit when in Istanbul but a little out of the way from the centre, there's also a delicious bakery nearby for lovely treats. We loved that you could enter the fantastic old airplanes. There's English translations too for a wealth of knowledge about most on display. Very educational and incredibly interesting.
Written February 22, 2020
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Written February 26, 2020
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Ada L
Sarajevo33 contributions
Aug 2022
The Rahmi Koc Museum is a feast for the soul and eyes. Incredible collections of old cars, all kinds of machines, railways, planes, ships, porcelain, baby carriages, etc. Here you can see how a modern dishwasher works, but also the old way of cutting wood. You can also enter some exhibits. Cleanliness is impeccable in all rooms, including the toilet. There is a cafeteria within the museum where the prices are very reasonable (Turkish tea 5 lira ) You can also take food and take everything to the open part of the museum, sit at a table and enjoy the view while you eat. The price of tickets is 150 Turkish lira for adults. There is also a parking lot within the museum. I suggest that you get to the museum by water, i.e. using the Halic Hatti. The only complaint is that there is no book or brochure about the museum.
Written August 15, 2022
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Written January 20, 2023
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Yev
Stuttgart, Germany3 contributions
Jan 2024 • Family
The museum is very interesting and varied, but the service leaves a lot to be desired. We bought the tickets for 500 TL/person (4 adults, 1 child) at 4:23 p.m., and at 4:50 p.m. we were given the first notice in the museum that we had to head for the exit because the museum was closing at 5 p.m. So shortly after 5 p.m. we were forced to leave the museum. Customer orientation is completely lacking. If we had been informed at the ticket office that the museum was about to close, we would of course prefer to come the next day. Conclusion: 2,250 TL spent, just under half a "quiet" hour in one hall, and the remaining quarter of an hour running through a few other halls - logically without any opportunity to tell the child anything about the exhibits. A real shame!
Written January 2, 2024
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Den-2018H
Derbyshire, UK594 contributions
Oct 2022
Definitely worth the 150TL (adult ticket, October 2022)
Beware it's possible to miss a bit, there are signs to show "Where you are" but despite looking, I didn't find how to get to the trams! (I saw them from outside, when I thought I had seen all inside.
There are a few non-transport displays - like some computers from the time of the original Apple Mac. Also steam driven machinery: for boats/ships, and woodworking.
There were also many impressive models, especially of trains.
If you haven't seen the amphibious car, you missed a gallery. It's among rowing boats in an upstairs section.
I was a little bit disappointed in so many American cars, but there was a Ford Anglia (as in Harry Potter films), a mini cooper, and several from Rolls Royce.
If you see the pub on the plans, it's accessed from the car park.
I will go again!
I drove there on a Sunday when the traffic wasn't quite as bed as usual. It seems awkward to get there by public transport.
Beware it's possible to miss a bit, there are signs to show "Where you are" but despite looking, I didn't find how to get to the trams! (I saw them from outside, when I thought I had seen all inside.
There are a few non-transport displays - like some computers from the time of the original Apple Mac. Also steam driven machinery: for boats/ships, and woodworking.
There were also many impressive models, especially of trains.
If you haven't seen the amphibious car, you missed a gallery. It's among rowing boats in an upstairs section.
I was a little bit disappointed in so many American cars, but there was a Ford Anglia (as in Harry Potter films), a mini cooper, and several from Rolls Royce.
If you see the pub on the plans, it's accessed from the car park.
I will go again!
I drove there on a Sunday when the traffic wasn't quite as bed as usual. It seems awkward to get there by public transport.
Written October 17, 2022
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Written January 20, 2023
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ayelethas
Tel Aviv, Israel8 contributions
Oct 2022 • Family
useum
Must see
Great for children and adults
A large selection of beautiful exhibits. Various vehicles, planes, ships, dollhouses, miniatures and more. Stunning design of all exhibitions. Fun playroom for kids. Amazing view of the Bosphorus
Must see
Great for children and adults
A large selection of beautiful exhibits. Various vehicles, planes, ships, dollhouses, miniatures and more. Stunning design of all exhibitions. Fun playroom for kids. Amazing view of the Bosphorus
Written October 13, 2022
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Written January 20, 2023
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Lana B
Gillingham, UK20 contributions
Apr 2022 • Family
I find it very hard to entertain my 4 years old toddler in Istanbul but this museum was a hit ! And I Very much enjoyed it myself!
It reminded me the London Transport Museum in Covent Garden, which we love going to. Well maintained with lots to see and learn. Easy to get to on the bus.
It reminded me the London Transport Museum in Covent Garden, which we love going to. Well maintained with lots to see and learn. Easy to get to on the bus.
Written April 21, 2022
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Written April 24, 2022
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Alistair K
Nottingham, UK324 contributions
Mar 2023 • Solo
I was recommended to visit here by a local. Well, that was a great recommendation.
The museum is kind of a "collection of all the things which appeal to men and boys" I guess, but I'm sure girls and women can enjoy too. There is a really good car collection, I was interested to see the Turkish cars like Tofas and Anadol there also. They have also bikes, motorbikes, steam engines, boats, outboards, trains, trams, a ship, a submarine, a helicopter and some planes. The thing I found unexpected and very interesting was the wreck of the B24 Hadley's Harem.
Allow plenty of time to see everything, its really great!
The museum is kind of a "collection of all the things which appeal to men and boys" I guess, but I'm sure girls and women can enjoy too. There is a really good car collection, I was interested to see the Turkish cars like Tofas and Anadol there also. They have also bikes, motorbikes, steam engines, boats, outboards, trains, trams, a ship, a submarine, a helicopter and some planes. The thing I found unexpected and very interesting was the wreck of the B24 Hadley's Harem.
Allow plenty of time to see everything, its really great!
Written March 28, 2023
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Written March 29, 2023
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SEAchange2018
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia85 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
This would be one of the best interactive museums i have visited. The breadth of displays that let you see how stuff works and understand the internal mechanisms is fantastic. Something for everyone, planes, trains, automobiles, boats. Good food available beside it as well at reasonable prices. 10\10 here, do yourself a favor and catch the ferry.
Written May 24, 2022
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Written July 6, 2022
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Скажите, пожалуйста, когда будет открыт музей для посещения?
Written January 5, 2021
Подскажите,пожалуйста, есть ли изменения в режиме работы музея?
Written September 2, 2020
RMKM_Admin
Istanbul, Türkiye
The Museum is open between 10:00-17:00, except on Mondays.
Please check the official Museum web site for updates.
Written October 31, 2020
Tursday to friday 10.00-17.00
Saturday and sunday10.00-19.00
Monday closed
Regards
Written August 20, 2018
sivil 15 öğrenci 8 diye hatırlıyorum
Written May 12, 2018
Hi, please check:
Entry
Adult: 16 tl.
Adult group - 10 or more 14 tl.
Student: 7 tl.
Student group – 10 or more 5 tl
Submarine
Adult: 8 tl.
Student: 5 tl.
Planetarium
Adult: 3 tl.
Student: 3 tl.
Boat Tours (weather permitting)
Adult: 8 tl.
Student: 5 tl.
Written September 5, 2017
I know this has nothing to do with the Rahmi M. Koc Museum but what are the best things for students to do in Istanbul?
Written July 22, 2017
Boat trips across the Bosphorus are relatively cheap. Exploring the historical parts of the city on foot, but try to take in a museum or two. Well worth the money.
Written September 13, 2017
Hi so how does one reach this place from sultanahmet? And is the place suitable for strollers?
what is the ticket price per person?
thanks
Written January 3, 2017
RMKM_Admin
Istanbul, Türkiye
Thank you to all who have answered.
Public transport as well as the tourist hop-on hop-off bus and ferry are good options to arrive at the Museum.
Ramps and elevators can be found in most parts of the Museum, except a few special objects such as the submarine.
The entrance fee for adults is 15TL, for students 6TL and kids up to age 6 are free.
Museum is open everyday except Mondays.
Best regards,
Written January 3, 2017
Yes of course.every where you can be use elevators in all of the holes
Written July 8, 2016
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