(Rahmi Koç Müzesi)
This museum is located on the Golden Horn, in a historical shipyard that once produced anchors and parts for Ottoman navy vessels. Inspired by the Henry Ford Museum in Michigan, Turkey's industry giant Rahmi Koç started this museum in 1994 with his private collection dedicated to the history of industry, transport, and communication. Today the collection has been expanded to include a vast number of metalworking tools, engines of all sizes and applications, scientific instruments, machinery, and vehicles including motorcycles, bicycles, a submarine, and a small train. What makes the Rahmi Koç special is its location—off the beaten path—and its optional but highly recommended Golden Horn cruise (offered only in summer) on an old, 65-foot industrial boat powered by a steam engine. Most travelers to Istanbul don't get to see this part of the Golden Horn, let alone in an antique boat. Also of interest is the old olive-oil press. Triggered by a sensor, it starts to run the moment you enter the room. The Rahmi Koç isn't essential if your time in Istanbul is limited, but it's worth considering on a longer visit.
Hours, Location: Tue-Fri 10:00-17:00, Sat-Sun 10:00-19:00, closed Mon; 45-min Golden Horn cruise—10 YTL extra, June-Aug Tue-Sun at 13:00, 14:30, 16:00, and 17:30; may also run in May and Sept—confirm by phone at tel. 0212/369-6600. The museum is at Hasköy Caddesi 27, general museum tel. 212/256-7153, . The museum's Halat Restaurant serves great food.
Getting There: It's right on the Golden Horn in the Hasköy neighborhood. From the Old Town, take bus #47 (Eminönü— Alibeyköy) from Eminönü, next to the Galata Bridge. From Taksim Square, take bus #54 HT (Taksim—Hasköy). Tell the driver that you want to get off at Hasköy (hahs-kohy), "Rahmi Koç Müzesi" (rah-mee koch mew-zeh-see). To get there faster, take a taxi. (s3)

Situated in Hasköy. this old 19th-century factory, which once produced anchors and chains, now houses an eclectic collection named after its industrialist founder, Rahmi Koç. The building itself, with its four small domes, vaulted passageways and original wooden fittings is one of the museum's highlights.
The theme of the industrial age loosely connects exhibitions on aviation, transport, steam engines and scientific instruments. Exhibits range from mechanical toys and scale models of machinery to an entire recreated ship's bridge. Two fine restaurants are located on the premises. (s1)