Adana Archaeology Museum

The Adana Archaeology Museum occupies a converted textile factory and displays collections spanning from the Neolithic period through the Ottoman era organized in chronological sections. The exhibition includes Hittite statues, Roman sarcophagi, Byzantine ceramics, and ethnographic materials from the Ottoman period.

The museum was founded in 1924 by Robert Normand and began with objects discovered by local residents and French military personnel during the occupation period. This early collection formed the foundation for the later systematically expanded archaeological finds from the region.

The museum displays artifacts from Hittites, Romans, and Byzantines that reflect the different cultures shaping this region. Visitors can see statues, sarcophagi, and ceramics showing both everyday and ceremonial aspects of these ancient civilizations.

The museum is located on Döşeme, 42nd Street in Seyhan and welcomes visitors daily. Plan enough time to walk through the extensive collection at a comfortable pace.

A special treasure is a marble Achilles sarcophagus from Tarsus depicting Trojan war scenes in high relief. Additionally, the museum houses a life-sized bronze statue from ancient Magarsus that stands impressively before visitors.

Location: Adana Province

Location: Seyhan

Inception: 1924

Founders: Robert Normand

Website: https://muze.gov.tr/tr/muzeler/adana-arkeoloji-muzesi

GPS coordinates: 36.99513,35.31374

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:02