As the leading art fair in Turkiye, Contemporary Istanbul has connected artists, galleries, and collectors from all over the globe since its inception in 2006. The exhibition focuses on showing outstanding contemporary art and molding the future of art in Turkiye and beyond. The art fair also is an active contributor to Istanbul’s culture and supports the city’s creative industries year after year.

Contemporary Istanbul presented a staggering total of 1,476 artworks ranging from sculptures to paintings by 558 artists from 22 countries in 2022 and our art experts are available to assist in purchasing early-access tickets so that art lovers can secure their spot at this must-see exhibition.

Istanbul Modern Art Museum opened in 2004 as Turkiye’s first museum of modern and contemporary art and has remained the premiere location for contemporary art in Istanbul. In addition to modern and contemporary art, the museum offers collections of photography, design, architecture, and new media. Hosting a library, cinema, and art education programs Istanbul Modern is a great place for anyone wanting to educate themselves on the arts thanks to the museum’s mission of making art accessible to the public.

Istanbul Modern has undergone construction recently and is reopening in a new building at the site of its original location in Karaköy. Designed by Renzo Piano, the architect of iconic museums and art and culture institutions in cities around the world, the new building will only increase the museum’s ability to offer contemporary art to Istanbul’s public.

Situated in Istanbul’s Pera district, Arter Museum is a vibrant contemporary art museum specifically designed to promote access to art for everyone—both inside and around the museum. The striking, modern building features intriguing architectural elements in a bright, airy setting and serves as a public space for showcasing the arts while offering a substantive cultural program to broaden the audience's minds and perspectives.

Arter’s collection spans from the 1960s to present day, covering media that ranges from painting, sculpture, photography, video, sound, and light. The museum often promotes interactive exhibits with audio and visual components to fully immerse the audience in the artistic experience. Following your time spent at the exhibits, head down to the first floor to sample a Turkish coffee at the museum’s cozy cafe or browse the bookshop for souvenirs and take-home materials.

While Istanbul’s Pera district is known for being home to the breathtaking Galata Tower, Ottoman Hans, historical churches, bazaars, fine restaurants, and the world-famous Pera Palace, it is also considered the artistic and cultural center of Istanbul by many. The district’s distinctive character has influenced the art scene as a perfect blend of old and new. Pera is home to many contemporary art galleries as it became a vocal point for artists around the country to display their paintings, sculptures, and photography in local art galleries.

Pera Museum is home to one of the most exciting Orientalist Painting Collections by European and Ottoman/Turkish artists, including the world-famous The Tortoise Trainer by Osman Hamdi Bey. Just down the street from Pera Museum is Yapi Kredi Kazim Tashkent Art Gallery, an integral part of Pera’s art scene since the 1950s whose very building can be considered a work of art—displaying a variety of modern architecture. Also in Pera is Pi Artworks, one of the leading galleries in the city, showing collections from artists in Istanbul and abroad.

With constant improvement year after year, Istanbul continues to establish and reflect its geographical position as the meeting point of Asia and Europe to the art world, with distinct pieces of art reflecting the city’s unique identity. Istanbul’s contemporary art scene will offer a fresh perspective on a city that has produced art in many forms for millennia. The city is booming with many high-profile gallery and exhibition openings and there is always something new to see.

Whether you need early-access tickets and guidance from an art expert for the upcoming Contemporary Istanbul, which presented a staggering total of 1,476 artworks ranging from sculptures to paintings by 558 artists from 22 countries in 2022, or you are looking for a unique piece and need the best art expert to take you through the busy streets and many galleries the city has to offer, we offer only the best services around your needs to make the process as smooth and relaxing as possible.