Eskişehir ETİ Archaeological Museum — Attraction in Odunpazarı

The Eti Archaeology Museum in Eskişehir, while offering a glimpse into the region's past, primarily focuses on funerary artifacts, leading to a somewhat limited experience. I'd rate it 3 out of 5 stars. Upon entering, visitors are greeted with a collection dominated by tombs, sarcophagi, and various types of gravestones. While these pieces are undoubtedly historically significant and well-preserved, for those hoping for a broader spectrum of archaeological finds – perhaps everyday tools, pottery illustrating daily life, or more diverse architectural elements – the exhibition can feel a bit repetitive. The sheer volume of funerary items might overwhelm some, leaving an impression that there isn't much beyond the grave. That being said, the museum is clean, well-lit, and the information panels are generally clear and informative, providing context for the displayed items. It offers a valuable insight into burial practices and beliefs of ancient civilizations in the area. However, the lack of more varied exhibits means that unless one has a specific interest in ancient burial customs, the visit might feel a little one-note. It's a decent stop for a quick understanding of a particular aspect of Eskişehir's ancient history, but don't expect a comprehensive overview of daily life or broader...

Title: Unbelievable bad ticketing system and information. 4 Euro entre fee? Why Euro? We are in Türkiye!

They let us see the garden for free

We couldn't really communicate with the staff and I speak really well Turkish. The entre fee is currently 4 euro, ok we are in Eskişehir not in Berlin or Paris. İ asked how much we must pay in Turkish Lira but then she begin to talk about the museum card and if we don't have one we can register and need first a number from government. Then I told her I don't want any museum card I want to go to the museum, then she said you can show the garden for free. The staff on ticketing should do another job this is the wrong job for her. After this desaster, we go to the Müze Cafe nearby and had a great time there.

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5 Stars: It was really special, you must try it 4 Stars: It was nice, you should try it 3 Stars: Nothing special, you could try it 2 Stars: Try only if you have no alternative 1 Stars: Bad, don't...

This museum has a lot of potential and really needs someone to pick up their socks and make it into something amazing. When you walk in through the garden, there are old ruins. Something interactive or engaging that would help people visitors experience those ruins in a more meaningful way is currently lacking. But it is beautiful and nice to walk through the modern and ancient together in an open space. . The ground floor has little Information alongside the exhibits and little in English. The upstairs exhibits are well documented and exhibited and there are reading materials next to the exhibits. Eskişehir is actually an archaeologically rich place with many dig sites nearby. It is just waiting for someone to wake up and put it on the tourist map in an...