The Gölcük Deniz Müzesi (Gölcük Naval Museum) is located in Gölcük, a significant naval base town in Kocaeli Province, Turkey. This museum is dedicated to Turkey’s maritime and naval history, showcasing the legacy and accomplishments of the Turkish Navy.

Gölcük Deniz Müzesi (Naval Museum)

41650 Gölcük/Kocaeli

Turkey

Wednesday – Sunday 09:00 – 12:00, 14:30 – 17:30

Or by appointment

Aircraft collection

TCB-33 TCB-154

Bell AB204AS Grumman S-2A Tracker

Key Features of the Gölcük Naval Museum:

1. Historical Naval Artifacts:
   • The museum displays a variety of items related to the Turkish Navy, including ship models, naval weapons, navigation tools, and maritime equipment.
   • Visitors can explore artifacts that highlight both the Ottoman Empire’s naval history and the modern Turkish Navy.
2. Exhibits on Naval Operations:
   • Detailed displays on famous naval battles, missions, and operations carried out by Turkish naval forces.
   • A special focus is often placed on Turkey’s role in securing its maritime borders and its contributions to international naval peacekeeping efforts.
3. Ship Models:
   • An impressive collection of detailed ship models showcases various types of vessels used throughout Turkish maritime history.
4. Commemorative Exhibits:
   • Sections of the Gölcük Deniz Müzesi (Naval Museum) honor Turkish sailors, naval commanders, and those who sacrificed their lives for the nation.
   • Includes personal items, photographs, and documents providing a human touch to the naval history.
5. Outdoor Exhibits:
   • The Gölcük Deniz Müzesi (Naval Museum) often features larger naval artifacts, such as decommissioned torpedoes, anchor systems, and other maritime equipment and aircraft (Bell AB204AS, Grumman S-2A Tracker) in its outdoor areas.