Located in the vibrant district of Alsancak, the Izmir Culture and Arts Factory is a unique blend of history, creativity, and contemporary Turkish culture. Housed in a former tobacco factory, this cultural complex has been transformed into a dynamic space that invites visitors to explore the city’s artistic and historical heritage.
Why Visit?
This iconic site is now home to two major museums: the Izmir Painting and Sculpture Museum, and the IKSF Archaeology and Ethnography Museum. Each offers a different experience. The Archaeology and Ethnography Museum spans three floors and showcases ancient artifacts, tools, and traditional items from the region. The Painting and Sculpture Museum is dedicated to the works of modern and contemporary Turkish artists, featuring sculptures, oil paintings, and rotating exhibitions.
What to Expect :
Visitors can wander through beautifully restored industrial buildings that highlight both the city’s past and its creative present. Open-air courtyards, spacious exhibition halls, and seasonal cultural events make this a lively and enriching experience. Art lovers, history enthusiasts, families, and photographers will all find something to enjoy here.
Need to Know :
· Opening Hours : Daily from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM (last entry at 5:00 PM)
· Entry Fee : €10 for international visitors (444,30₺)
· Free Entry : For visitors under 18, over 65, or with a museum pass
· Location : Alsancak (Mimar Sinan, Atatürk Cd. No:5, 35220 Konak/İzmir) – easily accessible by public transport
Travel Tip :
Plan your visit in the morning and combine it with a walk along Kordon, Izmir’s scenic seaside promenade just minutes away. For a peaceful escape in nature, head to Kültürpark, a lush green space ideal for a relaxing break between cultural discoveries.
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Is there any events at the Izmir Culture and Arts Factory?
Yes, the museum prepare multiple events wich can be meetings with professional, educational events that offer the possibility to learn new ways of making art with professional artists. There is also conferences, concerts and much more to do. All the plannings can be found on this page: https://izmirkultursanatfabrikasi.gov.tr/en/muzeler
What else we can find at Izmir Culture and Arts Factory?
You can have access to 3 librairies with a free access to everyone. The first library is called «Atatürk Special Library» this library have books only about Atatürk and the war of independence. The Second Library is called «Alsancak Public Library». This library is not specialised on any subject, it contains a wide variety of books for all uses. Finally, the third librairie is called «Turkic World Music Special Library». This library is centered on the sound culture. The evolution of music, books about the music during the antiquity and it even give the access to artists. All the librairies have a children’s area for those aged 3 or more.
How can we go to the museum?
How to access :
- By bus if you take the line 930 and stop at the bus stop named “Tekel” or “Bahribaba” and then walk for 2 minutes to the north to access the museum
- By taxi, just ask the driver where you want to go
- If you are far from the museum, You can use the Izban and go to the station named Alsancak. Take the line “Menemen-Cumaovasi” and got the the terminal station “Alsancak”. When you arrive at Alsancak, walk to the south on the “Atatürk Cd.” and you will arrive to the museum.
- By tramway, if you take the line T2, you have to go the the stop «Atatürk Spor Salonu». When you arrive at this stop, Continue to the north by foot for 8 minutes and you will arrive to the museum.
- By foot, if your hotel is located in a street nearby the museum, like «Sair Esref Blv» you can access to the fabric really easily.
Is it possible to pay with a bank card?
Yes, you are able to use your bank card to pay your entrance to the museum.
What can we see at the museum?
You can see multiple artifacts from multiple different periods. You can find tools from the stone age, extremly well-preserved pots and sculptures from antiquity, multiple artisanal masterpieces from multiple periods, the evolution of textile work, a variety of weapons, a multitude of representation of everyday scenes. There is also a representation of Atatürk and his army. Finally, in the second building are exposed a large collection of paintings and sculpture of modern artists. It’s a place with a rare collection full of history and show how important the history of Turkey is!