Blue Mosque and Sultanahmet Tour
Go on a journey back in time and explore the Blue Mosque and Sultanahmet Square, which is a part of the UNESCO World Heritage. Discover the city's centuries-old Byzantine and Ottoman heritage, learn about Istanbul's rich history from your licensed guide.
Highlights:
- Discover Byzantine and Ottoman relics
- Learn more about the fascinating history of Istanbul
- Discover some of the city’s most important historical sites
- Get a sense for the culture both past and present
- Explore the Hippodrome with its two obelisks and the Serpentine Column
- Visit the German Fountain, a gift from the German Emperor Wilhelm II
- See the magnificent Palace of Ibrahim Pasha
- Marvel at the beautiful Blue Mosque
- Stroll through the courtyards of the Blue Mosque
- Stay inside the Blue Mosque as long as you want
Discover all historical buildings from outside that surround the ancient imperial square. Your guide will take you through the ages of Istanbul - from antiquity to modern times.
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Blue Mosque and Sultanahmet Tour
What's included in Blue Mosque and Sultanahmet Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Blue Mosque
Admire the world-famous Blue Mosque, one of the most splendid and largest Ottoman mosques in Istanbul. Built in 1616, the sacral building with its six minarets characterizes the skyline of the city and is considered a masterpiece.
Inclusions
- 45 min. walking tour at UNESCO World Heritage sites
- English speeking licensed guide
- Donation for Blue Mosque
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Meet your guide at the the “Dsign Cafe” in front of the Turkish and Islamic Art Museum located on the Hippodrome, right next to Egyptian Obelisk. Look for the MegaPass flag at the meeting point..
End Points
- The tour ends in the courtyard of the Blue Mosque, where you can enter the mosque with the famous blue Iznik tiles and see it from the inside.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Meet your guide guide at the Dsign Cafe in front of the Turkish and Islamic Art Museum located on the Hippodrome, right next to Egyptian Obelisk. Important Information: We can not skit the security check waiting time for Blue Mosque can take up to 45 minutes. But don’t worry, your guide will entertain you with interesting stories and facts about Istanbul. To enter the Blue Mosque, women must cover their knees, shoulders, and chest. They must also partially cover their hair with a scarf. Men must cover their knees and shoulders. 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)
