Istanbul
Patrons International Travel
Sunday 9 November - Thursday 13 November 2014
Istanbul
Please contact the Patrons Office on 020 7300 5885 for booking and more information.
Friends of the RA book first
Discover the cultural, historical and economic heart of Turkey.
As Constantinople, it was the capital of four empires: the Roman, Byzantine, Latin and Ottoman, building up a wealth of treasures and artefacts. Then, late in the 20th Century, Istanbul’s artistic scene was revitalised with new arts festivals, including the Istanbul Biennale. Istanbul Modern opened in 2004, an 8,000 sq metre site on the Bosphorus. The city overflows with cultural diversity.
The Royal Academy will open the doors of Istanbul for an exploration of the cultural past and present, with special access to famous sites and working artists. The rich itinerary will be accompanied by five star dining and accommodation at the Four Seasons Sultanahmet.