Book Blue Mosque Tickets and Tours | Istanbul
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Guided Tour of Blue Mosque
- Enjoy a tour of Istanbul’s UNESCO-listed Blue Mosque with an enthusiastic local guide – recently open after 5 years of extensive renovation!
- Take a complimentary walking tour of the Old City as many of Istanbul’s Byzantine and Ottoman-built gems, including the mosque, are found here.
- Admire the interior of the mosque with carved tiles and painted glass windows. Other decorative elements include geometric bands and organic medallions.
- Take pictures outside in the mosque’s majestic courtyard, with its hexagonal fountain, before exploring on your own.
Inclusions
- 1-hr guided tour of the Blue Mosque
- Local English-speaking guide
- Entry to the Blue Mosque
- Walking tour of the Old City around the mosque
- Combo: Blue Mosque + Hagia Sophia guided tour (optional)
- Tip: Don't forget to check out the 'paradise garden' mausoleum of Sultan Ahmed I, his wife, and his 3 sons outside in the courtyard.
- Please note that the security line can take up to 60 minutes in the high season.
- If you do not have a scarf or body cover, you can buy them at the entrance (a scarf is 1€ and a body cover is 3€).
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Combo: Blue Mosque + Topkapi Palace Guided Tours
- Book this combo package for a guided tour of the Blue Mosque and skip-the-line access to Topkapi Palace and witness both sites within a span of 2 days.
- Take a stroll along the courtyard of the Blue Mosque, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and witness the white calligraphy of Quranic verses on the domes.
- Learn from your guide about the 20,000 handmade Iznik blue tiles covering the mosque walls, and find out more about the 6 intricately engraved minarets.
- Skip the lines to visit the 15th-century Topkapi Palace, the residence of Ottoman sultans, and discover ancient jewels, weaponry, and Chinese porcelain.
- Explore the Holy Relics chamber, which houses precious items of historical figures like Prophet Muhammad, Moses, and David.
- Upgrade your ticket and enter Basilica Cistern, an underground water reservoir of Constantinople.
Inclusions
Blue Mosque
- 1-hr guided tour of the Blue Mosque
- English-speaking guide
Topkapi Palace
- Skip-the-line entry to Topkapi Palace
- 1-hr guided tour of the Topkapi Palace
- English-speaking guide
- Free audio guide app
Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace & Basilica Cist Tour Tickets (optional)
Exclusions
Topkapi Palace
- Harem section
Blue Mosque
- Tip: Check out the multiple chandeliers with ostrich eggs, ingeniously used to repel spiders and prevent cobwebs inside the mosque.
- There could be a waiting line during peak seasons at Blue Mosque which may take up to 60 mins.
- Scarves and body covers can be purchased at the entrance for 1€ and 3€ respectively.
Topkapi Palace
- Tip: Don't miss the intricate miniatures portraying religious texts, court scenes of Sultans, and the very first map of the world made in 1513.
- It's recommended to wear comfortable shoes as this experience involves a fair amount of walking.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Combo: Blue Mosque + Basilica Cistern Guided Tours
- With this money-saving combo, get 3 days to tour the Blue Mosque with a guide and skip the lines to access Basilica Cistern for a guided tour.
- Uncover Islamic symbolism imbibed within the hand-painted tiles, the blue-stained windows, and the domes of the Blue Mosque with a guide.
- Learn about this 17th-century Mosque's Ottoman architecture and admire the intricate carvings on the 6 minarets of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Bypass the queue and descend the 52 stone steps to enter Basilica Cistern, a shooting spot for the James Bond movie "From Russia with Love."
- Hear from your guide about the Medusa heads resting under the pillars, and behold the artwork of Hen's Eye column at this underground reservoir.
Inclusions
Blue Mosque
- Entry to Blue Mosque
- English-speaking guide
Basilica Cistern
- Skip-the-line entry to Basilica Cistern
- English-speaking guide
- Free audio guide app
Blue Mosque
- Tip: The high walls of the mosque are adorned with verses from the Quran and the words of the Prophet Muhammad. You can ask your guide about the meanings of these lines.
- There could be a waiting line during peak seasons at Blue Mosque which may take up to 60 mins.
- Strict Dress Code: To enter the Blue Mosque, women must cover their knees, shoulders, and chest, and partially cover their hair with a scarf. Men must cover their knees and shoulders.
- Scarves and body covers can be purchased at the entrance for 1€ and 3€ respectively.
Basilica Cistern
- Tip: Discover the historical significance of the reservoir from your guide that provided water to the Great Palace when the city of Constantinople was built.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Istanbul Welcome Card with Access to Top Attractions
- Explore the Turkish metropolis with an Istanbul Welcome Card valid for 7 days. Save time with skip-the-line entry to key attractions and free hotel delivery of your cards.
- Get up to 10 free rides on the public transportation system across Istanbul including metro, tram, ferry, funicular, bus, and Metrobus.
- Set sail on the Bosphorus strait on a 90 min cruise. Get a 20% discount on Turkish baths, luxury yacht tours, the Whirling Dervish show, and more!
- Enjoy English-guided/audio-guided tours of ancient sights like Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and the Basilica Cistern.
- Experience the lively local culture of Istanbul with 2 guided walking tours and to explore the renowned Grand Bazaar and Spice Market.
Inclusions
- Skip-the-line access and entry tickets to attractions
- 10 rides with public transportation
- 60 min Blue Mosque tour with an English-speaking guide
- 30 min Hagia Sophia highlights tour
- 30 min Topkapi Palace highlights tour
- 30 min Basilica Cistern highlights tour
- Unlimited stay inside each museum
- 90 min Bosphorus Cruise
- 2 Istanbul walking tours
- Audio guide app in 9 languages
- Digital guide book & map
Exclusions
- Skip-the-line service for Hagia Sophia
- Entrance into Harem of Topkapi
- Tip: Research and plan out your itinerary beforehand so that you can make the best use of your Istanbul Welcome Card!
- Your card will be valid for 7 days (in hours) after first use.
- The Museum Pass included with the card is valid for 5 days from first use. Only one-time entry is allowed at each museum.
- Audio Guide App is available in the following 9 Languages: English, German, Russian, Italian, Spanish, Polish, Arabic, Chinese, and Turkish. The app can be downloaded on your smartphone prior to the visit.
- Skip-the-line line tickets let you skip ticket lines, not the security line.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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- Receive a QR code on WhatsApp, scan it to install and you are good to go!
- Choose from 3GB, 5GB, and 8GB high-speed data options – valid for 14 days – and get exploring.
Inclusions
- 4G data-only eSIM Card
Exclusions
- SMS and phone calls
- Tip: Refrain from extensive video streaming and/or processing a huge amount of data in a short time to make the most of your eSIM.
- An internet connection is required to install the eSIM.
- The QR code is valid for one-time use and for one device only.
- Data plan validity starts immediately when eSIM is installed.
- Calls and texts are not available with this eSIM.
- An eSIM-compatible and network-unlocked device is required for the installation.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Guided Tour of Istanbul Old City with Lunch & Transfers
- Discover the hidden treasures of Istanbul's Old City on a full-day guided tour with hassle-free round-trip hotel transfers.
- Be mesmerized by the Byzantine and Ottoman architecture of Hagia Sophia. Admire the beauty of exquisite blue Iznik tiles, prominent domes, and minarets of the Blue Mosque.
- Step back in time at Hippodrome, featuring an ancient chariot racing track, and explore the bustling Grand Bazaar, one of the world's largest and oldest covered markets.
- Take a break and savor a delectable lunch before indulging in the imperial life of sultans as you explore the grand courtyards, pavilions, and ceremonial rooms of Topkapi Palace.
Inclusions
- Istanbul Old City tour
- Professional English or Chinese-speaking guide
- Round-trip transfers by AC luxury vehicle
- Lunch
- Museum Entrance Fees
- Hotel Pick-up
- Hagia Sophia
- Blue Mosque
- Hippodrome
- Grand Covered Bazaar
- Lunch
- Topkapi Palace
- Little Hagia Sophia Mosque
- Hotel Drop-off
- Tip: At the Grand Bazaar, indulge in Turkish delicacies. Choose from an array of delectable treats, including baklava, kebabs, lokum (Turkish delight), and other traditional pastries.
- The experience is restricted to guests aged 1 and above.
- Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Pram/Stroller Accessibility, Pets Allowed, Baggage Allowed.
- It's recommended to wear comfortable clothing and shoes.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.