• 22.09.2023
• Museums

Istanbul Toy Museum

Istanbul Toy Museum: A Place to Connect with the Child Within

Istanbul Toy Museum is a one-of-a-kind place and an instant charmer for kids and adults alike. The Sunay Akın's private collection of toys, gathered from the auctions and antique shops from around the world, is now on display at an exquisite old wooden mansion on a side street just off the Bağdat Caddesi, the city’s main luxury shopping strip on the Asian side.

Founded in 2005, the museum is located in the Göztepe district of Istanbul. Founded by Turkish author Sunay Akın, the museum offers visitors a nostalgic journey with over 4,000 toys from all over the world. The museum exhibits toys spanning a time period from the 1700s to the present day. These toys are organized under various themes to appeal to both children and adults.

Thousands of toys, some dating back to the 1700s, are arranged into informative and entertaining scenes by a stage designer. While children cannlearn about humanity's journey to the moon in the section devoted to space toys, they can also learn about the industrial revolution in the section where classic toy trains are exhibited. It will generally be an interesting experience for children of the digital age to find out what old-school toys their dad or grandma would have liked to play with. The museum also organizes regular theater performances and workshops for children; Here children can learn to make toys, robots and origami or discover the secrets of nature and space.

In addition to toys, the museum also hosts various events and workshops. The Istanbul Toy Museum allows visitors to reminisce about their childhoods while also understanding the evolution and cultural significance of historical toys. The museum offers a fun and educational experience for both children and adults. The Istanbul Toy Museum promises an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages.