Madame Tussauds Museum: Closed Permanently (January 2025)
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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.
Madame Tussauds Istanbul will permanently close on January 1, 2025. The final day of operation will be December 31, 2024.
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What to See in Madame Tussauds Istanbul
Madame Tussauds Wax Museum in Istanbul, located at the Grand Pera, opened its doors in 2016. The museum is divided into five distinct sections: music, sports, history & leaders, film, and VIP Party.
Sections of Madame Tussauds Museum
Music
The Music gallery features lifelike figures of legendary musicians like Mozart, Madonna, Lady Gaga, and Rihanna.
Sports
The Sports gallery showcases realistic figures of icons such as Muhammad Ali, Rafael Nadal, and Maria Sharapova.
History & Leaders
The History & Leaders gallery displays figures of influential figures like Leonardo da Vinci, Steve Jobs, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, and Sultan Mehmet.
Film
The Film gallery includes lifelike statues of Hollywood stars like Johnny Depp, Julia Roberts, Marilyn Monroe, and Brad Pitt.
Celebrities
The VIP Party section features figures of celebrities like Justin Bieber, Kıvanç Tatlıtuğ, and Beren Saat.
Madame Tussauds Ticket Prices 2025
851 TL
- Standard Ticket: Entry to Hagia Sophia costs €23 or 851 TL or €25 if you buy online. The cheapest option is to buy your ticket online!
- Combi tickets are available:
- Madame Tussauds + SEA LIFE = 1,382 TL (1,535 TL at the door)
- Madame Tussauds + LEGOLAND Discovery Centre = 1,445 TL (1,605 TL at the door)
- Madame Tussauds + Museum of Illusions = 1,382 TL (only online)
✅ Istanbul E-Pass is valid!
Is the Madame Tussauds open all day?
Madame Tussauds Opening Hours 2025
- The Madame Tussauds Was Museum is open everyday between 11:00 and 21:00
- Last entry at 20:00.
- Plan to spend at least 2-3 hours to see everything the museum has.
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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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Istanbul E-Pass: Free Entry to Madame Tussauds Istanbul
Istanbul is getting expensive so you need to think about costs! With Istanbul E-Pass, you can enjoy free entry to Madame Tussauds Istanbul and over 50 other attractions throughout the city.
How to Get to Madame Tussauds Wax Museum
From Old City Hotels:
- Take the T1 tram towards Kabatas.
- At Kabatas, transfer to the funicular and go to Taksim Square.
- From Taksim Square, walk along Istiklal Street to the Madame Tussauds Museum.
From Taksim Hotels:
- Start at Taksim Square.
- Walk along Istiklal Street towards the Grand Pera Building.
- The Madame Tussauds Museum will be nearby.

Visitor Information
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Entrance Fee: from 851 TL
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⌛ Opening Hours: Daily from 11:00 to 21:00
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Closed: No
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Location: Hüseyinağa, Grand Pera AVM, İstiklal Cd. no: 56/58, Beyoğlu/İstanbul
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