Blue Mosque + Sultanahmet Square: Guided Tour

Explore Istanbul's Sultanahmet Square on a 45-minute guided tour, uncovering its rich history and iconic landmarks, with an option to visit the renowned Blue Mosque. Discover the Milion Stone, the German Fountain, the Palace of Ibrahim Pasha, and the ancient hippodrome as you delve into the city's past, from ancient times to the present day.

Highlights

• The bustling square of Sultanahmet offers a unique blend of history, culture, and contemporary life, making it an ideal starting point for exploring the city's most iconic landmarks.
• Visitors can explore the famous blue mosque in Istanbul which is not just a tourist attraction; it's a living piece of history. It has been a place of worship and a symbol of Istanbul's rich heritage for centuries.
• Enjoy your visit to Sultanahmet Square and the Turkish Blue Mosque and enhance your experience by using the available audio guide. 

What’s included in the ticket

• 45-minute guided tour of Sultanahmet Square

Exclusions

• Guided tour inside the Blue Mosque

Timing: 

• Monday-Thursday & Saturday-Sunday: from (11:00 a.m. & 1:45 p.m.)
• Friday visiting hours are from 02:30 p.m. 
• The duration of the tour is 45 minutes

Ticket Information: 

• Blue Mosque + Sultanahmet Square: Guided Tour Ticket Prices from: 18.61 USD

Important things to know before your visit  

• Enjoy a complimentary visit to the Blue Mosque at your leisure after the tour, which concludes in the mosque's picturesque courtyards
• Languages available: Chinese, Swedish, Russian, Portuguese, Polish, Dutch, Korean, Japanese, Italian, Greek, Danish, Czech, Catalan, French, German, Spanish, English

How to get there:
By public transportation: The Blue Mosque and the Sultanahmet Square are easily accessible by tram. Take the T1 Kabatas-Bagcilar Tram Line and get off at Sultanahmet stop which is a short walk to Sultanahmet Square.   

By taxi: You can also take a taxi to Sultanahmet Square from anywhere in Istanbul. It's a famous destination and most drivers will be familiar with the location.