Pelit Chocolate Museum

The Pelit Chocolate Museum, located within the Pelit Production Facilities in Istanbul, is Türkiye's first chocolate museum, covering an area of 25,000 square metres. Designed for both adults and children, the museum offers a wide range of chocolate art and promises visitors both an enjoyable and educational experience.

Pelit Chocolate Museum  (T.C. İstanbul Valiliği)

Exhibition Areas and Themes

The museum consists of five main thematic halls and various special sections: Main Hall, Istanbul Hall, Turkish Greats Hall, Artists Hall, and Civilisations Hall. Each hall is enriched with different works and objects in line with its own concept.

• Main Hall: Visitors are greeted by a chocolate waterfall and served hot chocolate while learning about the chocolate-making process. The hall is filled with interactive and visual elements such as a life-size version of Hansel and Gretel's house, Noah's Ark, and a historical Istanbul neighbourhood.
• Istanbul Hall: Miniature models of Istanbul's historical and cultural symbols, such as the Galata Tower, Hagia Sophia, and Sultanahmet Mosque, are displayed. This hall narrates the city's rich history in a sweet manner.
• Hall of Turkish Greats: This hall features chocolate sculptures of Atatürk's bust, Ottoman sultans, the founders of 16 Turkish states, and other important figures. It also includes figures from the War of Independence and miniature versions of important monuments.
• Artists' Hall: Sculptures of world-renowned artists and scientists are on display in this hall. Three-dimensional chocolate replicas of Pablo Picasso, Van Gogh, Salvador Dali and Albert Einstein, as well as Mona Lisa and Osman Hamdi Bey's ‘Turtle Trainer’ attract the attention of visitors.
• Civilisations Hall: Symbols, architectural structures, and works of art from the Hittite, Ancient Greek, Byzantine, and Ottoman civilisations are on display. Important structures such as the Sivas Gök Medrese, Divriği Ulu Mosque, and Al-Aqsa Mosque are among the chocolate works of art on display here.

Special Sections and Experiences

In the confectionery section located below the museum, there are animated sculptures made of sweets depicting cartoon and fairy tale characters. Here, you can also see sculptures of important cultural figures such as Âşık Veysel, Barış Manço, and Zeki Müren. A miniature version of Istanbul's Spice Bazaar serves as an area where visitors can purchase souvenirs.

Education and Workshops

The Pelit Chocolate Museum organises chocolate and cake making workshops for children. These workshops encourage children's creativity while teaching them about the chocolate production process in a fun way. Guided tours are also available for school groups.

Visitor Information

The museum is open every day of the week from 10:00 to 17:00. There is an admission fee, and different pricing options are available for school groups. School visits require advance booking, and guided tours lasting approximately 45 minutes are organised.