Istanbul Blue Mosque Guided Tour

3.7 (10 reviews) Istanbul, Turkey
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Duration5h 45m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

Don’t miss the opportunity to discover the most famous monument in Istanbul, the Blue Mosque.

Meet your guide across from the Blue Mosque get first hand information about latest renovations and historical facts.

Inside the Blue Mosque admire the architecture, the famous blue Iznik tiles, learn about the Byzantine and Ottoman heritage, the Islamic religion, and Istanbul's rich history from your official licensed guide, and get a sense of the culture from both past and present.

The tour ends inside the Blue Mosque giving you the chance to keep exploring and taking amazing pictures.

Highlights:
- Learn about the history, architecture and the Islamic religion
- Benefit from a walking tour around the Old City surrounding the Blue Mosque
- Take amazing pictures and explore beautiful places
- Understand the history of the Ottoman Empire
- Enjoy a passionate guide and stay inside the Blue Mosque as long a you want

Options

Portuguese Guided Tour
Italian Guided Tour
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French Guided Tour
Blue Mosque Guided Tour
German Guided Tour

What's included

  • English speaking licensed tour guide
  • 60 minute Blue Mosque tour
  • Free time after the tour
  • Donation for Blue Mosque
  • Transportation

What to expect

  1. Blue Mosque
    1h
    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.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

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 point

The tour ends inside the Blue Mosque giving you the chance to keep exploring and taking amazing pictures.

Additional information

  • 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
  • The Blue Mosque has no admission charge and no ticket lines, however there is a security check line, which can take up to 30 minutes during the low season and up to 60 minutes during the high season.
  • This activity does not include skipping any lines, but don't worry, during your waiting time, your guide, who has very good information and great client relation skills, will entertain you with great stories, facts and useful information about Istanbul.
  • At the meeting point look for the tour guide with the white MegaPass flag.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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