Pera Museum

This museum is interesting and worth a visit. It combines very different things. One section deals with measures and weights, shows this from a historical perspective, is interactive and in my opinion the best part. Another part shows portrait paintings of ambassadors and other prominent people, which shows a very interesting contrast between Ottoman and Western culture. On the upper floors was a temporary exhibition of the origins of computer-generated art, which was interesting, but not related at all to the local culture.

There was free admission on Friday after 6pm and the museum was open until 10pm. A nice collection with a mix of classic through contemporary exhibits. There is also a lovely cafe and gift shop in the museum, too.

I really loved this museum. It is an eclectic collection of modern and old art and to some extent a natural history museum. Top 2 floors had an exhibition of modern art. Perhaps a temporary exhibit. Then on the 3rd floor there was a collection of beautiful portraits of ambassadors to and from the Ottoman court.The on the second floor there was an extremely interesting exhibit of old weights, scales and other weighing implements. Finally there was a small collection of china focused on drinking coffee

I love galleries, and this little space is one of my favourite places in Istanbul. Staff were so kind. Cafe was brilliant. Toilets on each level. Totally accessible exhibition space. There was a great exhibition on the upper three levels.

Worth visiting for the Osman Bey collection. The rest of the museum is small, and the rotating collections varied in quality. The temporary collection on historical portrayals of Istanbul was great.

Pera Museum in Istanbul is an extraordinary destination that art enthusiasts should not miss! The current exhibition, showcasing the works of Dora Maurer, Vera Molnar, and Gizella Rákóczy, is a captivating journey into the intersection of art, mathematics, and randomness. The exhibition, titled "Calculations and Coincidences," masterfully combines precise calculations with the unexpected beauty of chance, offering a fresh and thought-provoking perspective on the creative process. Dora Maurer’s works are a highlight, with her innovative use of shapes, lines, and transformations. Each piece feels like a puzzle that invites you to explore the delicate balance between order and chaos. Vera Molnar’s digital art, with its mesmerizing patterns and subtle variations, reflects her pioneering role in computer-generated art. Her ability to turn mathematical algorithms into visual poetry is truly remarkable. Gizella Rákóczy’s artworks add another layer of complexity, blending traditional techniques with modern themes, making you reflect on the deeper connections between structure and spontaneity. The museum itself is beautifully curated, with spacious galleries that allow each artwork to breathe and speak to the viewer. Informative displays and thoughtful exhibition design enhance the experience, providing insights into the artists’ processes and inspirations. The staff is knowledgeable and eager to help, making the visit even more enjoyable. Overall, Pera Museum offers an inspiring and immersive experience that brilliantly showcases the delicate dance between precision and unpredictability in contemporary art. It’s a must-visit for anyone interested in the crossroads of art, science, and human creativity.

Very nice museum with a good mix of contemporary art in the higher floors and Turkish history artifacts and ottoman period paintings on the other floors. The museum has 5 floors, you can start from the top and work your way down. The ticket is 100 tl for adults and 50 tl for students if you show your student id (valid for foreign students as well). At the ground floor there’s an elegant cafe which makes a great stop after the visit.

Not a bad museum with a reasonable entry fee. There's about 5 floors, and you start from the top gradually working your way down. Personally, a lot of the more contemporary works nearer the top weren't to my taste. However, the maps of Istanbul over the years and various portraits on the lower floors were good.

Love everything about PERA Museum. Be it a show, film or even a nice coffee at the coffee shop. Highly recommended

Pera muzeum is located behind Odakule. It's a little art museum, the thing I liked the most about this place is they bring so many different exhibitions from all the fields of art like modern, classic , traditional etc. Also they have tiny little cafe in entrance.

Pera Museum houses wonderful pieces from Osman Hamdi Bey. If you are a fan, Pera Museum is a must. I especially enjoyed their Orientalist Painting Collection and Anatolian Weights & Measures Collection. The Museum overlooks Haliç, which gives a great view of İstanbul. They could upgrade the gift shop.

Hands down, my favorite museum in Istanbul. The floor plan is great, with a clean and understandable layout. The staff is friendly and don't hover about while you are viewing. And their choice of exhibitions is a well rounded mix of contemporary and historical. There's a superb relationship with a local Fine Art Univeristy, and a firm handle on Orientalist Art. It would be great to see more critical work in this regard.

Had a beautiful wander through Turkish history from the top to the bottom of this museum, ending with a very delicious tour through Turkish wine and cheese in the ground floor cafe.

Last month,I visited this art musem located in the toney Pera district of IIstanbul.I enjoyed its fine collection of paintings,many of them were Oriental in subject matter.In the permanent collection,I saw fine paintings by Osman Hamdi Bey("2 Musical Girls")("Tortoise Trainer"),Antoine de Favray,Fausto Zonaro("Daughter of English Ambassador Riding in Palaquin"),Georg Schroder,Louis Francois Cassas("View of Istanbul"),and the combination of Valentin Mueller,Hans Grimminger,and Franz Hermann("Harem").I liked the temporary exhibit featuring Oriental subject matter by Polish painters which ends on January 18th,2015.I saw fine Polish paintings by Stanislaus Chlebowski("Guard of Mosque"),Josef Mehoffer("Portrait of Sculptor"),Jan Ciaglinski("View of Istanbul"),and Jan Matejko lent to the Pera by different Polish art museums.I liked their collection of Anatolian weights and scales,including one of Heracles.There was plenty of information in English as well as Turkish and the works of art were arranged in a very appealing manner.