Meşher in Istanbul: photos, reviews

About

Meşher, located in the vibrant Beyoğlu district of Istanbul, is a must-visit interdisciplinary exhibition space. Housed in a beautiful old building with intricate architecture, Meşher is an art lover's delight. With a free entrance, visitors can easily explore the captivating exhibitions.

Initiated by the Vehbi Koç Foundation (VKV), Meşher opened its doors in September 2019 as an exhibition space characterized by a broad spectrum of disciplines. Meşher, which takes its name from the Ottoman Turkish word meaning exhibition space, aims to heighten public understanding and appreciation by attracting the widest possible audience, thus leading to greater cultural awareness and discernment.

It's not only an attraction for adults; it is also suitable for children, making it a perfect family destination. Meşher holds one or two major exhibitions annually and offers an enriching experience through workshops, conferences, and publications.

Rated 4.8 on Google, it stands out as a cultural gem in the heart of Istanbul.

Price

Free

Recommended visit time

1-2 hours

Features

Free Wi-Fi, Great location, Wheelchair accessible, Suitable for children, Wheelchair accessible entrance

How to get here?

The nearest public transport options for your convenience.

Odakule

Tram stop 139 m walk

Beyoğlu Tünel

Tram stop 191 m walk

Tepebaşı (Shıshane - Istanbul Modern)

Bus stop 311 m walk

Şişhane

Subway station 330 m walk

4.8

based on 663 reviews

Google

4.8/5 640 reviews

Facebook

5/5 23 reviews

Esra Bembeyaz

Hikâye İstanbul'da geçiyor sergisi var şu anda. Ocak 2026'ya kadar uzatılmış süresi. Sergi 1. ve 2. katlarda. Gezmeye 2. kattan başlayıp sonra 1'e inmenizi öneririm. 2.katta İstanbul'da geçen eski filmlerden kesitler sunan videolar var izlenebilecek, onlar biraz zaman istiyor. 1. kat daha kısa sürüyor ve İstanbul'la ilgili kitap ve mektuplar vs ağırlıklı. Sadece film ve kitaplar yok. İstanbul'la ilgili mektuplar, oyuncaklar, haritalar pek çok şey var. 1-1.5 saat arası bir vakit alabilir.

Ömer Talha ATAY

İstiklal caddesi üzerinde bulunan meşher İstanbul’u anlatan yakın zaman edebiyat sinema gibi bölümlerim sergilendiği galeri İstanbul’u barındıran sinema filmleri ve kitapları görmek eğlenceli bir etkinlikti

Allissa Matroos

This museum tickled my literature taste buds. The art - books, movie posters, comic books and vignettes of old movies - was so neatly and tastefully arranged! There is security at the door to ensure that everyone's safe. They're very welcoming and helpful. There are also personnel on each floor available to answer any of your questions. I just enjoyed walking around and being surrounded by literature - each section with its own theme. There are three floors to explore. Apparently, they change the theme quite regularly and there are exhibitions every so often. I would have loved to see that. It is insane to see how much Istanbul's culture has influenced western movies over the decades. I would highly recommend this experience to art and literature enthusiasts who need a quiet moment to contemplate art. The museum isn't too crowded with tourists and it's free! No flash photography but you can take photos.