The best museums in İzmit in September 2025

These are the top 5 best museums in İzmit, Turkey, ranked by their rating and popularity in 2025. Click a museum for more information about the museum, including visitor information, exhibitions and reviews.

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Looking for the best museums in İzmit? These are the best ones:

  1. USS  Gudgeon  (SS-567)1

    USS Gudgeon (SS-567)

     İzmit
    The USS Gudgeon holds the distinction of being the first American submarine to circumnavigate the globe. This historic voyage was navigated by Lt. Leon Leroy Stine Jr., who passed away on January 30, 2018. Visitors to the submarine can learn about this remarkable journey and the man who navigated it, adding a historical context to their visit.
  2. USS  Eversole  (DD-789)2

    USS Eversole (DD-789)

     İzmit
    The USS Eversole (DD-789) is a Gearing-class destroyer that served in the United States Navy. It was named after Lieutenant (junior grade) John T. Eversole, a naval aviator who lost his life in the Battle of Midway. This historical connection adds a layer of significance to the ship, making it a point of interest for those interested in naval history and World War II.
  3. Izmir Ethnography Museum3

    Izmir Ethnography Museum

     İzmit
  4. Eski İzmit Tren Garı4

    Eski İzmit Tren Garı

     İzmit
    The İzmit Garı station has a rich history dating back to the Ottoman Empire. It was constructed for the Ottoman Anatolian Railways by the empire's Ministry of Public Works and officially opened its doors to the public on January 1, 1873. This historical significance adds a unique charm to the station, making it more than just a transportation hub.
  5. SEKA Paper Museum5

    SEKA Paper Museum

     İzmit
    The SEKA Paper Museum, also known as SEKA Mehmet Ali Kağıtçı Paper Museum, is located in the Kocaeli district of northwestern Turkey. This museum of industrial heritage is dedicated to the history and process of papermaking in Turkey. It is situated in a former pulp and paper mill, providing a unique insight into the country's industrial past.

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