Madame Tussauds Museum: Closed Permanently (January 2025)

Madame Tussauds wax museum, originally from London, has 24 locations around the world, including Hong Kong, Tokyo, Sydney, Berlin, Amsterdam, and New York. At the Istanbul branch on Istiklal Street, you’ll find lifelike wax figures of famous people, from global stars like Madonna to historical figures like Atatürk, as well as popular actors, athletes, and musicians.

Best Time to Visit

Madame Tussauds Istanbul can get busy on weekends and school holidays. To avoid the crowds, it’s best to visit on a weekday around 11 am. For a quieter experience, consider going from January to March or from September to November. The museum’s location on Istiklal Street also makes it easy to explore nearby attractions.

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How to Get to Madame Tussauds Wax Museum

The museum is located on Istiklal Street, within the Grand Pera Building at Hüseyinağa, İstiklal Cd. no: 56/58, Beyoğlu/İstanbul. View on Google Maps

From Old City Hotels:

1. Take the T1 tram towards Kabatas.
2. At Kabatas, transfer to the funicular and go to Taksim Square.
3. From Taksim Square, walk along Istiklal Street to the Madame Tussauds Museum.

From Taksim Hotels:

1. Start at Taksim Square.
2. Walk along Istiklal Street towards the Grand Pera Building.
3. The Madame Tussauds Museum will be nearby.

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