Gökyay Chess Museum
Gökyay Vakfı Satranç Müzesi
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Cafe
A collection of over 700 chess sets in a beautiful historic building.

📜 World's largest chess set collection, over 700 sets from 110 countries.
🔍 Housed in a beautifully restored historic building in Ankara.

Why Go

🌍 See over 700 unique chess sets from 110 countries.
♟️ Explore themed sets, from comic heroes to historical events.
☕ Enjoy a coffee at Chaturanga Cafe with a charming courtyard.
🎁 Find special souvenirs at the museum shop.

Tips

⏳ Plan at least 30 minutes, longer if you visit the cafe.
📍 Easily accessible in Hamamönü district, near other attractions.

Cost

💰 Approximately 100 TL for foreign visitors.

Hours

🕒 Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-18:00; closed Mondays and some public holidays.

🚻 Toilets

🚻 Available.

☕ Cafe

☕ Chaturanga Cafe on-site with a charming courtyard.

🛍️ Shop

🛍️ Well-stocked souvenir shop available.

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