Temporarily closed due to restoration.
About This Activity
Highlights
- Showcases over 60 vintage automobiles from 1920-1970, each with its own unique history.
- The museum spans 2,000 square meters and immerses visitors in the golden age of automobiles with era-appropriate music and decor.
- Neon billboards, hubcap collections, and nostalgic advertisements create an authentic vintage atmosphere.
- Block A features a classic American-style diner bar, complementing the display of iconic American cars.
- Block B houses European classic cars alongside a British-style bar, a library, memorabilia, and a miniature race track.
- Admire an impressive model car collection, adding to the museum's charm for car enthusiasts.
- Istanbul Tourist Pass® holders enjoy free admission to this extraordinary collection of automotive history.
Includes
- Entrance to Museum
About the Ural Ataman Museum
The museum, which is built on an area of 2000 square meters, is a cultural stop that resists time, where live cars are exhibited and can be visited while enjoying the music of that period. This museum consists of two different part of floors and has divided the cars according to the years. In the first part, the ground floor houses mainly American cars and motorcycles from the 1950s and 1960s, accompanied by a recreated 1950s diner with neon signs and a jukebox playing medieval hits. The second floor, on the upper floor, houses a reconstructed European bar and, most importantly, the museum's private collection of European cars. In addition, a small library, model racetrack, and other collections welcome you on the same floor.
Highlights of the fully intact collection on display at this private museum include the 1952 Jaguar XK120 Roadster, 1954 Chevrolet Corvette, 1955 Ford Thunderbird Convertible, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing, and 1960 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II. Ataman Classic Car Museum exhibited more than 60 cars from 1920 to 1970. With its decoration and unique collection, the museum is an alternative venue for special meetings, corporate events, celebrations, and birthday parties.
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Times & Duration
Under Restoration since 17th of July, 2023—reopening is unknown
Open only on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays Between 11:00AM and 6:00PM
Where You'll Be
How to Get There?
Getting to the Ural Ataman Classic Car Museum Entry Ticket is convenient and accessible from various parts of Istanbul. Here’s a guide to help you reach this iconic landmark:
The Ural Ataman Classic Car Museum is located in Tarabya, a scenic coastal neighborhood on the European side of Istanbul.
By Bus: Several city buses run along the coastal road near Tarabya. You can take buses from central locations like Taksim, Beşiktaş, or Sarıyer and get off at Tarabya, then walk or take a taxi.
The closest bus stop to the museum is the Metin Oktay stop. You can reach this bus stop by using 25C, 29D, 29M1, 41C, 41SF, 42, and 59RH numbered IETT buses.
By Metro: Take the M2 metro line to Hacıosman Station, the closest metro stop, which is more than 2 kilometers away. Even if you go to the Haciosman stop, most of the IETT buses we mentioned above depart from that stop too, so you are still better off using the buses.
All About Ural Ataman Classic Car Museum
The Ural Classic Car Museum has been serving its Tarabya location since 2000. It is full of vintage cars, each of which has played a significant role in the development of the automobile. The museum continues to be a unique venue that offers perfect service for meetings, private dinners, cocktails, birthday parties, and especially weddings with its décor and singularly beautiful collection. The museum is known as the place for classic automobile enthusiasts, where more than 60 cars from the period 1920-1970 are on display.
The Ural Ataman Classic Car Museum, one of the few museums in Turkey dedicated to classic cars, displays vehicles from that era, each of which has a unique narrative. The museum, which occupies 2,000 square meters, is a cultural attraction where living automobiles are on display and may be explored while being entertained by era-appropriate music. Based on the antique automobiles and the way of life of the eras they belonged to, a line that combined the old and new was discovered as the museum was being created. Neon billboards, hubcap collections, and huge billboards were combined in harmony; these elements are also crucial to the area's illumination. A bar area that is an identical recreation of the "diner" fast food joints popular in 1950s and 1960s America can be found in Block A, which is utilized to display American classics.
One of the highlights of the museum is the model automobile collection in the same area. The British Bar, which reflects European flair and is made of warmer materials, is located on the upper floor of Block B, where European cars are on display. It contains a library fit for a museum, a piano, memorabilia, and a miniature racetrack for historic cars.
The Ural Ataman Classic Car Museum is a must-visit attraction for car enthusiasts visiting Istanbul. This classic car museum in Istanbul is dedicated to showcasing a stunning collection of vintage cars, including rare and iconic models from around the world. The Ural Ataman Classic Car Museum Istanbul is a top-rated destination for anyone interested in the history of the automobile and the artistry of classic car design. The museum of classic cars is located in the heart of Istanbul, making it easily accessible for tourists exploring the city. Visitors can immerse themselves in the fascinating world of vintage cars and admire the craftsmanship and beauty of these timeless vehicles. The Ural Ataman Classic Car Museum is one of the best car museums in Istanbul and a highlight of the İstanbul Tourist Pass®, offering free admission to this iconic attraction for pass holders.
...Know Before You Go
- The Ural Ataman Classic Car Museum is open only on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
- Admission with Istanbul Tourist Pass® is valid for one-time entry only.
- Pass holders receive a QR ticket, which must be scanned at the entrance.
- The museum is fully indoors, so you can visit comfortably in any weather.
- Photography is allowed, making it a great spot for car enthusiasts to capture stunning vintage automobiles.