We publish practical, accurate, and up-to-date visitor information — opening hours, prayer times, dress code requirements, directions, and tips for making the most of your visit. We also offer private guided tours of the Blue Mosque and surrounding Sultanahmet landmarks, facilitated through licensed local tour operators in Istanbul.
About BlueMosque.com
What to wear, what's provided at the entrance, and how to stay comfortable in every season.
Book a Guided Tour →BlueMosque.com is an independent travel guide dedicated to helping visitors plan their trip to the Sultan Ahmed Mosque — one of Istanbul's most visited landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, the Diyanet İşleri Başkanlığı (Presidency of Religious Affairs), the Republic of Türkiye, or any government body. The information on this site is compiled independently from publicly available sources, official publications, and first-hand experience.
What We Do
Editorial Standards
Every piece of content on this site is researched against multiple sources and fact-checked for accuracy. Historical information is verified against academic references, including UNESCO documentation, Britannica, and published architectural studies. Practical details such as opening hours, ticket prices, and prayer times are reviewed regularly and updated when they change.
If you spot an error or something that's out of date, please let us know — we take accuracy seriously and will correct it promptly.
How We Earn Revenue
BlueMosque.com earns revenue through guided tour bookings and affiliate partnerships with trusted travel platforms. When you book a tour through our site or click through to a partner like GetYourGuide or Viator, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. This is how we fund the site and keep all visitor information free to access.
Affiliate relationships never influence our editorial content. If we recommend a tour or a service, it's because we believe it genuinely improves the visitor experience — not because of a commercial arrangement.