Sabuncuoğlu Şerefeddin Museum of Medicine and Surgery History
Housed in a historic darüşşifa (hospital) dating from the Ilkhanid period, this museum traces the history of Anatolian medicine through the legacy of Sabuncuoğlu Şerefeddin, a physician and surgeon from Amasya. The building was commissioned in 1308–1309, and the museum focuses on medicine, surgery and the health culture of the period.
HIGHLIGHTS
Why Visit Sabuncuoğlu Şerefeddin Museum of Medicine and Surgery History?
Here are the key highlights and practical information to help you plan this stop.
01Historic darüşşifa building
02Sabuncuoğlu Şerefeddin and the history of Turkish medicine
03A museum focused on medical and surgical culture
VISIT PLAN
What to Know Before You Go
Getting ThereLocated in the city centre, near the Governor’s Office, the museum is accessible on foot.
Route TypeCultural Tourism · Museum
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LocationPirinççi, Atatürk Caddesi, Merkez / Amasya
EXPAND YOUR ROUTECombine your visit to Sabuncuoğlu Şerefeddin Museum of Medicine and Surgery History with Rock Tombs of the Kings / Yalıboyu Houses in the same itinerary.
This guide was independently prepared for Left Lane Star Travel using information from Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Culture and Tourism – Türkiye Culture Portal. Opening hours, admission conditions and seasonal access may change; check the official source before travelling.Open Official Source ↗
Guide data last updated: 30.08.2026
Travel note: Opening hours, road conditions, fees and seasonal access may change. Check current official notices before departure.
