Blue Mosque tours and attractions
Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar guided small group tour
Discover Istanbul's old city in this 4-hour guided tour, discover Byzantine and Ottoman relics, learn about Hagia Sofia Mosque, and visit the Grand Covered Bazaar.
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Hagia Sophia, Bosphorus Cruise, Blue Mosque guided small group tour
Admire Istanbul's skyline during a Bosphorus cruise. Visit Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and Grand Covered Bazaar, and take in the view from Pierre Loti Hill.
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Book this day tour in Istanbul to discover the wonders of the city, including the iconic Blue Mosque, the Hagia Sophia and the Grand Bazaar.
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Istanbul half-day top sites morning tour
See with your own eyes the Grand Bazaar, Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia in Istanbul. Book your morning tour online and explore the city with a guide.
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All-in-one Istanbul tour with sunset yacht cruise
Make the most of your limited time in Istanbul with this all-in-one Istanbul tour featuring a sunset cruise on a yacht.
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Istanbul gold combo day tour with Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and private boat cruise
Experience the heart of the Old City visiting the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Grand Covered Bazaar with a private boat tour on the Bosphorus.
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Istanbul silver combo day tour with Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and Dolmabahçe Palace
Book now to enjoy the heart of Istanbul's Old City and see the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Dolmabahçe Palace and panoramic views from Çamlıca Hill.
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Blue Mosque and Sultanahmet Square tour
Book this tour now to visit the UNESCO heritage Blue Mosque and Sultanahmet Square Tour in Istanbul. Enjoy fantastic Byzantine history and culture.
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Bosphorus sunset cruise on luxury yacht with guide
Book a Bosphorus sunset cruise with a live guide on a luxury yacht and enjoy Istanbul's main attractions at dusk.
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Discover authentic Turkish hospitality in Istanbul with a private family dining experience.
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Istanbul Emaar SkyView Experience with Optional Aquarium Ticket
Experience Istanbul from SkyView, where you'll find the longest glass terrace in Europe. Add an entrance ticket to the Aquarium for a complete adventure.
Istanbul Emaar Aquarium and Underwater Zoo with Optional SkyView
Explore Istanbul's Emaar Aquarium and Underwater Zoo. Add the SkyView experience for panoramic city views.
Perfume Making Workshop with Snacks and Drinks in Istanbul
Immerse yourself in an engaging perfume-making workshop in Istanbul, and craft your own fragrance.
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Istanbul's five iconic sites skip-the-line combo ticket
Explore Istanbul's historical sites with a skip-the-line combo. Visit Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, Dolmabahce Palace, Basilica Cistern, and Galata Tower.
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Galata Tower, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi and Dolmabahce Palace combo ticket
Secure a combination ticket to explore Istanbul's Galata Tower, Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, and Dolmabahce Palace at your own pace.
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Basilica Cistern, Topkapi, Dolmabahce and Hagia Sophia combo ticket
Explore Istanbul's historic sites. Visit Basilica Cistern, Dolmabahce Palace, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace with their respective audio guides.
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Basilica Cistern, Galata Tower, Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia ticket
Explore Istanbul's wonders with immersive audio guides. Skip the lines at Basilica Cistern, Galata Tower, Topkapi Palace, and Hagia Sophia Museum.
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Dolmabahce Palace, Hagia Sophia, Galata Tower Skip-the-Line Ticket
Explore Istanbul's rich heritage with skip-the-line combo tickets for Dolmabahce Palace, Hagia Sophia Museum, and Galata Tower.
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Dolmabahce Palace, Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Ticket
Explore Istanbul's historic sites with skip-the-line combo tickets. Visit Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, and Dolmabahce Palace.
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Topkapi Palace, Dolmabahce Palace, Hagia Sophia Skip-the-Line Ticket
Explore Istanbul's rich heritage with skip-the-line combo tickets to Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, and Dolmabahce Palace.
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Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia Museum and Galata Tower Fast-Track Ticket
Explore Istanbul's history with skip-the-line ticket to Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia Museum, and Galata Tower.
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Skip-the-Line Entrance to Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern
Explore Istanbul's highlights with skip-the-line tickets. Visit Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia Museum, and Basilica Cistern with audio guides.
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The inside story
The Blue Mosque, also known as the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, is a historic mosque in Istanbul located next to the Hagia Sophia. The Blue Mosque was constructed between 1609 and 1616 during the rule of Ahmed I. Although it still remains a functioning mosque, it is also one of the most popular tourist attractions in Istanbul and attracts a large number of visitors each year.
The mosque has a cascade of domes, six minarets and the design combines both Ottoman and Byzantine elements. The mosque also includes the tomb of its founder (Ahmed I), a madrasa and a hospice.
