Bulgur Palas is a historic mansion in Aksaray, Fatih, now used as a public cultural space in Istanbul. Its library, event spaces and panoramic terrace make it a place to combine exhibitions with time in the building itself.
- Location: Aksaray, Fatih, Istanbul
- Visiting hours: Open Tuesday to Sunday; closed Monday
- Spaces: library, multipurpose event spaces, social spaces and a terrace
Where is Bulgur Palas in Istanbul?
Bulgur Palas stands at Kargı Çıkmazı No:3 in Aksaray, within Istanbul’s Fatih district. It is also known as Bolulu Habib Bey Mansion.
The Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (İBB) purchased the mansion in 2021 and opened it as a public cultural space in 2024. KİPTAŞ restored the building, while İBB Heritage undertook its adaptive reuse.
How do you walk to Bulgur Palas from the Yenikapı area?
For a stay suited to exploring Aksaray on foot, Hermanos Hotel puts the area within reach. The venue’s address is Aksaray, Kargı Çıkmazı No:3, so use that destination when planning your walk.
Nearby landmarks include Tayyare Apartmanları, the Column of Marcian, the Şehzade Mosque and Istanbul University Faculty of Letters, making the area rewarding to explore on foot.
What should you check before visiting Bulgur Palas?
Check the official site before you go, since hours and visiting arrangements can change.
Opening hours
- Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00–19:00
- Monday: closed
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
The building includes a library, multipurpose event spaces, social spaces and a terrace with panoramic views. Exhibitions are presented through an ongoing collaboration between Magnum Photos and the municipality; check current exhibition details before planning around a particular show.
For questions, call 0212 455 38 80 or email kutuphanemuzeler@ibb.gov.tr.
What can you pair with a visit?
You can combine time at Bulgur Palas with nearby landmarks such as Tayyare Apartmanları, the Column of Marcian and the Şehzade Mosque. The İstanbul Üniversitesi Rıdvan Çelikel Arkeoloji Müzesi is another nearby point of interest named in the area’s landmark listings.
If you’re fitting the visit into a broader day around Yenikapı, the Istanbul in a day itinerary from the Yenikapı area offers a wider route through the district.
FAQs
What is Bulgur Palas also called?
Bulgur Palas is also known as Bolulu Habib Bey Mansion.
When is Bulgur Palas open?
Open Tuesday to Sunday; closed Monday. Check the official site before visiting for current arrangements.
What is inside Bulgur Palas?
The building contains a library, multipurpose event spaces, social spaces and a terrace with panoramic views.