🕌 Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Mosque) – Istanbul
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🕌 Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Mosque) – Istanbul Guide 2025
Visiting the Blue Mosque Istanbul (the Sultanahmet Mosque) on Sultanahmet Square? This quick guide covers prayer times vs. visiting hours, dress code & etiquette, entrance (free), how to get there (Tram T1), what to do, and nearby highlights. Pair it with: Hagia Sophia • Topkapi Palace • Grand Bazaar • Bosphorus Cruise Guide.
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📍 Location & Map
- Area: Sultanahmet Square – European Istanbul.
- 📍 Google Maps – Blue Mosque
🕰️ Visiting & Prayer Times
- Open daily to visitors outside prayer times.
- Temporarily closes before/after prayers, especially on Friday for Jumu’ah.
🎟️ Tickets
- Entrance is free (active mosque).
- Paid guided/audio tours may be available from licensed providers around the square.
👗 Dress Code & Etiquette
- Modest clothing; headscarf for women; shoulders and knees covered for everyone.
- Remove shoes before entering (shoe bags provided).
- Keep quiet; avoid flash photography inside the prayer hall.
✨ What to Do
- Admire the central dome, calligraphy, and historic Iznik blue tiles.
- Take photos in the outer courtyard (great views towards Hagia Sophia).
- Stroll surrounding gardens; sunset light is especially beautiful.
🚇 How to Get There
- Tram T1 → Sultanahmet (few minutes’ walk).
- Taxi/Apps: BiTaksi or Uber (licensed taxis).
🌟 Nearby
- 🕍 Hagia Sophia – directly opposite.
- 🏰 Topkapi Palace – 5–10 minutes’ walk.
- 🛍️ Spice Bazaar – via Tram T1; also the Grand Bazaar.
- 🚤 Bosphorus Cruise Guide.
💡 Tips
- Best time to visit: early morning or late afternoon to avoid crowds.
- Check prayer times (especially Friday) before arriving.
- Bring a light scarf and wear socks for comfort when shoes are off.
🌐 Useful Links
- Official info: sultanahmetcamii.org
- Transit status/map: Metro Istanbul
- Visitor reviews: Tripadvisor – Blue Mosque
❓ Blue Mosque – FAQ
Is entrance to the Blue Mosque free?
Yes. Entry is free because it is an active mosque; donations are optional.
What should I wear inside Sultanahmet Mosque?
Dress modestly; women cover hair with a headscarf, and everyone covers shoulders and knees. Shoes are removed at the entrance.
When is the best time to visit?
Early morning or late afternoon on non-Friday days to avoid closures around prayers and heavy crowds.
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