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Artifacts chronicling the history of Jewish people in Turkey, plus an art gallery & synagogue.
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Reviews — 8
Great display of the history of the Jewish people in Turkey and Istanbul in particular. A small museum with a fruendly staff near the popular Galata Tower tourist site. Remember to bring your passport (or a picture of it) or some other government issued picture ID to clear the security at the entrance.
Splendid place. Entrance fee was 120 TRY, you can purchase a keyring aswell. You are allowed to take photographs in the Museum and the Synagogue. There were airport-like security checks at the entrance. Museum was extremely informative and the Synagogue was very pleasant. Overall highly recommended, a must-visit.
The 500th Anniversary Foundation Museum of Turkish Jews is a museum in the building of the Neve Shalom synagogue in Istanbul. It was established to provide information about the traditions and history of Turkish Jews. The 500th Anniversary Foundation was established by Turkish citizens, consisting of Jews and Muslims, to celebrate the arrival of the Sephardic peoples to the Ottoman Empire 500 years ago. With the great support of the Kamhi family, the idea of the museum was brought to life. A beautiful and warm building. The museum is worth seeing. Also, the historic synagogue is very fascinating.
This is an interesting museum. Understandably there is a lot of security. The blonde lady from whom I bought the ticket was very unfriendly. It would be nice to welcome visitors with a bit of charm and kindness.
Can't recommend this museum enough! The exhibits were thoughtfully curated, and thoroughly explained. I loved the way it shed some light on how religious differences are perceived and tolerated by the Turks. Each museum entry ticket also grants you access to the adjoining synagogue, so you get the full experience.
Excellent insight about jewish people innovative welcoming exhibition inc working synagogue
It’s quite nice place to visit and it’s generally informative.
However, entering this museum is very hectic and isn’t a pleasant experience..! You have to hand your ID, get searched with metal detectors as if you are entering an airport.. then a huge, black steel door is opened.. to be honest, that was a little creepy..! But once you get through this unpleasant journey, you can find a lot of interesting and informative exhibits.
Note: it’s quite a small museum.
However, entering this museum is very hectic and isn’t a pleasant experience..! You have to hand your ID, get searched with metal detectors as if you are entering an airport.. then a huge, black steel door is opened.. to be honest, that was a little creepy..! But once you get through this unpleasant journey, you can find a lot of interesting and informative exhibits.
Note: it’s quite a small museum.
