The Çanakkale Naval Museum (Çanakkale Deniz Müzesi) is one of Turkey’s most important maritime and military museums, located on the waterfront in the city of Çanakkale, near the historic Dardanelles Strait. It focuses mainly on the naval history of the Gallipoli Campaign during World War I and the broader role of the Ottoman and Turkish Navy.
Çanakkale Naval Museum (Çanakkale Deniz Müzesi)
Fevzipaşa Mahallesi Yalı Caddesi
Çimenlik Sk.
17100 Çanakkale
+90 286 213 17 30
Tuesday – Sunday 09:00 – 17:00
Closed Mondays
Admission fee
Aircraft collection
| TCB-33 | Agusta Bell AB204B/AS |
The Çanakkale Naval Museum (Çanakkale Deniz Müzesi) complex combines indoor exhibition halls with an open-air display area and several historic vessels. Its most famous attraction is the minelayer Nusret (TCG Nusret), the ship that laid the mines which played a decisive role in stopping the Allied fleet in 1915. Visitors can board the ship and explore restored compartments to understand daily naval life at the time.
Inside the galleries, you’ll find:
- Naval weapons, torpedoes, and artillery
- War relics, uniforms, and medals
- Ship models and maritime equipment
- Personal belongings of soldiers and commanders
- Photographs and documents from the Gallipoli Campaign
Outside, large cannons, anchors, mines, and other heavy equipment are displayed in the garden area, giving a clear impression of early 20th-century coastal defenses.
The museum is especially meaningful for those interested in:
- World War I history
- The Gallipoli/Çanakkale battles
- Naval warfare and maritime heritage
- Turkish military history
Location: Çanakkale city center, close to the ferry port and promenade
Typical visit time: 1–2 hours
Best for: history enthusiasts, families, and educational trips