Güpgüpoğlu Mansion Ethnography Museum
Güpgüpoğlu Konağı
A stone mansion from the 15th to 18th centuries, recreating an Ottoman merchant's household and traditional costumes.
Güpgüpoğlu Mansion is the best-preserved traditional stone residence in Kayseri. Its main structure dates to the 15th century, with additions in the 18th century, and its wooden ceilings, niches and painted walls remain in excellent condition. It now operates as an ethnography museum, where wax figures recreate scenes of weddings, hospitality and the kitchen, and displays include traditional costumes, copperware and embroidery. The Atatürk House, where Turkey's founding father Atatürk stayed during his visits to Kayseri, is right next door and can be visited at the same time. It is about a five-minute walk from the castle, admission is inexpensive, and it is closed on Mondays.
Opening hours
Tuesday to Sunday, about 08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Hunat Hatun Complex
- Kayseri Castle
- Kayseri Grand Bazaar
- Great Mosque of Kayseri
- Sahabiye Medrese
- Döner Kümbet
- Tomb of Seyyid Burhaneddin
- Kurşunlu Mosque