The Pera Museum in Beyoğlu is open Tuesday to Sunday and closed on Mondays. A full ticket costs 450 TL, and entry is free every Friday from 18:00 to 22:00. Students enter free on Wednesdays.
Last checked: 26 October 2026 from the museum’s official visit page. Prices and hours can change, so confirm them there before you go.
Pera Museum opening hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Tuesday to Thursday, Saturday | 10:00 – 19:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 – 22:00 |
| Sunday | 12:00 – 18:00 |
| Monday | Closed |
Pera Museum tickets and free entry
| Ticket | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult | 450 TL |
| Concession (students, teachers, visitors aged 60 and over) | 250 TL |
| Group (minimum 10 people) | 300 TL |
Free entry applies to everyone every Friday from 18:00 to 22:00. Students also enter free on Wednesdays. The museum lists further free categories, including children aged 12 and under, disabled visitors and one companion, ICOM cardholders, Friends of Pera Museum and press.
A free window is not a free day. If you want quieter galleries, a paid visit from Tuesday to Thursday is the safer choice, and on a free Friday evening it helps to arrive close to 18:00 so you have time before the 22:00 closing.
How to get to the Pera Museum
The museum is at Meşrutiyet Caddesi 65, Tepebaşı, Beyoğlu. The official directions give two simple routes:
- Metro: take the M2 line to Şişhane, leave by the Meşrutiyet Caddesi exit and walk about 10 minutes.
- Bus: get off at the Tepebaşı-Beyoğlu stop on Tarlabaşı Boulevard, opposite the British Consulate General, then walk about 5 minutes.
The streets around Tepebaşı are steep, so allow extra time if you travel with a pushchair or have limited mobility. For the wider picture of metro, tram and ferry connections, see our Istanbul transport guide.
Planning your visit
A visit to the Pera Museum fits easily into a Beyoğlu day, and the galleries are indoors, which helps when the weather turns. Our rainy day in Istanbul guide has more ideas for wet days. If you plan to see several museums, check whether a museum pass covers this one before you rely on it; our museum pass versus individual tickets guide explains how to compare.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Pera Museum free?
Only at certain times: every Friday from 18:00 to 22:00, and for students on Wednesdays. Otherwise a full ticket costs 450 TL.
Which day is the Pera Museum closed?
Monday. It is also closed on 1 January and on the first day of religious holidays.
How do I contact the Pera Museum?
The museum lists +90 212 334 99 00. Its FAQ page answers common visitor questions.
