What are the museum entrance fees?

The museum entrance fee is 440 TL at the box office for visitors aged 3 and over, students, teachers and visitors over 65 and 550 TL at the box office for other visitors.You can buy your online ticket for 330 TL with the 40% discount opportunity valid only for online purchases. For school groups of 10 people and above, a discount is applied. CLICK HERE to buy your online ticket!

Is the MuseumPass valid?

MuseumPass is not valid in our museum.

Is it necessary to make a reservation for a museum visit?

For individual visits, you can make a reservation by choosing the day and time on our ticket page. For school groups, it is necessary to make a reservation by contacting the museum at 0212 509 89 20 before the museum visit. In case of a change in the reservation date or if the trip is canceled, we kindly ask you to call Istanbul Robot Museum and inform the relevant person as soon as possible.

How long it takes to visit the museum?

The duration of the museum tour varies depending on the group and typically lasts between 45 minutes and 1 hour. If the tour is combined with an event, the duration may be extended depending on the content of the event.

Do teachers pay for museum visits?

1 teacher is free for 10 students. In order for the museum visit to be the most productive, we recommend that our teachers visit our museum before coming with their students.

Can I re-enter the museum with the same ticket?

In order to visit the museum, you need to buy a ticket again.

Is there a guide service in your museum?

We have museum staff to assist you in our museum. You can also benefit from the mobile audio guidance service by scanning the QR codes in our museum from your phone. For group visits of 10 people or more, our museum staff accompany you and provide guidance support.

Why are the robots called ADA?

The name of Android (Humanoid Robot) ADA, developed by AKINROBOTICS, consists of the initials of "Android Developed by Akınrobotics" and is also inspired by the world’s first female software developer Ada Lovelace.

Can I take a picture in museum?

You can take photos in our museum without using flash and without touching the artifacts.

Who is the founder of Istanbul Robot Museum?

The founder of the Istanbul Robot Museum is Dr. Özgür AKIN, who is also the founder of Akınsoft and Akınrobotics.

Living with Robots: Adaptation or Dependency?

31.03.2026

With the rapid advancement of technology, robots have become an inseparable part of daily life. They are now actively used not only in industrial production but also in homes, healthcare, education, and even social life. This situation necessitates a redefinition of the relationship between humans and machines. However, an important question arises: Is living with robots a process of adaptation, or is it gradually turning into increasing dependency?

Today, life is made easier through robot technologies. For instance, cleaning robots accelerate household chores, and AI-powered assistants enable more efficient use of time. However, the impact of these technologies on human behavior must also be carefully examined. Every convenience can lead to the formation of different habits.

Adaptation with Robots: A New Definition of Efficiency and Comfort

The relationship with robots is often evaluated as a process of adaptation. Especially in the business world, robots have accelerated production, reduced error rates, and lowered costs. In this context, integrating robots into human life is seen as an inevitable development.

Moreover, surgical robots in the healthcare sector enable more precise operations. In education, robot-assisted learning systems provide content tailored to individual learning speeds. All these developments indicate that living in harmony with robots can improve human quality of life.

Furthermore, the role of robots in facilitating life is also evident in social contexts. For example, eldercare robots help individuals lead more independent lives. This produces positive outcomes both individually and socially. In short, when used correctly, robots become powerful tools that support human life.

Risk of Dependency: How Human Behavior is Changing

Although robots make life easier, this situation should not overshadow the risk of dependency. Especially when daily tasks are largely delegated to robots, basic human skills may deteriorate over time. For example, automating even simple household tasks can reduce individuals’ habit of taking responsibility.

Additionally, as the use of AI-powered social robots increases, weakening of human-to-human communication may be observed. Meeting emotional needs through robots can reduce genuine social connections. This can have long-term effects, particularly on younger generations.

Moreover, excessive reliance on technology also entails security risks. System failures or cyberattacks can severely disrupt daily life. Therefore, uncontrolled use of robots increases both individual and societal risks.

In conclusion, living with robots should not be defined solely as dependency or merely as adaptation. A delicate balance must be established between these two states. While benefiting from the advantages offered by technology, it is also essential to preserve human skills and social relationships. Otherwise, the convenience provided by comfort may gradually turn into dependency. Therefore, the relationship with robots must be managed consciously.

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