History and General Information / Local Legends and Folklore
Arter contemporary art initiative, which was launched by the Vehbi Koç Foundation on Istiklal Street in 2010, moved to the 18 thousand square meter monumental building designed by the world-famous British architecture office Grimshaw Architects in Dolapdere in 2019. The special perforated panels and transparent glass prisms used on the facade of the building are an award-winning architectural masterpiece that interacts with the urban fabric of Dolapdere. The museum hosts thousands of contemporary works of art from Turkey and the world from the 1960s to the present. Geographical Structure, Altitude and Natural Features
•Exact Altitude:35 meters.•It is located on the slope between the Taksim Plateau and the Dolapdere basin; The building's large windows offer a panoramic view of Dolapdere's historical and contemporary skyline. Visiting Hours, Days and Entrance Fees•Entrance Fee:Ticketed. It is always free for those under 24 and for all teachers. It is completely free to all visitors every Thursday.•Visiting Hours and Days:Closed on Mondays. Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 11:00 - 19:00; It is open on Thursdays between 11:00 - 20:00.•Rules, Safety and Stroller/Disabled Access: Fully accessible with elevators and disabled ramps; It can be easily traveled with a baby stroller.•Facilities and Facilities:Sevgi Gönül Auditorium, Carbon Demonstration Area, Library, Arter Bookstore, Bistro Cafe, Cloakroom and Clean WC are available. Transportation, Public Transit Routes and Exact Location•Address / Open Location:Yenişehir Mahallesi, Irmak Caddesi No:13, Dolapdere, Beyoğlu / İstanbul.•Road Condition and Vehicle Suitability: Asphalt city road; Free Arter shuttles depart from Taksim and Şişhane.•Actual Public Transportation Information: 10 minutes walking from M2 Yenikapı-Hacıosman Metro line Taksim stop (Gezi Park exit); Regular free customer services are available from Taksim and Tepebaşı.•Parking Availability:Arter has valet and indoor parking services. Contextual Experience Tips, Photography and Local Gastronomy•Featured Rare Works:Installations of contemporary art giants such as Sarkis, Füsun Onur, Mona Hatoum and Joseph Beuys in the museum's rich permanent collection.•Break Recommendation:You can take a coffee break at the cafe in the backyard on the ground floor of the museum, and browse art publications free of charge at Arter Library.