Discover Istanbul’s Blue Mosque with an official licensed English-speaking guide. The mosque is a free-to-enter active place of worship; the price covers the professional guided tour, historical commentary and on-site assistance, not an admission ticket.
Meet your guide near Sultanahmet Square and learn about the mosque’s Ottoman history, architecture and religious importance before entering. Inside, admire the vast prayer hall, cascading domes, elegant columns and famous blue Iznik tiles.
Your guide will explain why the mosque was built, how it earned its popular name, the meaning behind its design and appropriate visitor etiquette.
The guided experience lasts approximately 60 minutes. After the tour, you may remain inside and continue exploring independently.
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Introduction to Sultanahmet Square and the mosque’s surroundings
Historical, architectural and cultural explanations
Guidance on mosque etiquette and the entrance process
Time to continue exploring independently after the tour
60-minute Blue Mosque guided tour
Professional service of an official licensed English-speaking guide
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Blue Mosque
Explore the Blue Mosque with an official licensed guide
Admire the famous blue Iznik tiles and elegant domes
Learn about Ottoman history and Islamic traditions
Discover the mosque’s architecture and cultural importance
Stay inside and continue exploring after the guided tour
Meet your guide in front of Dsign Cafe, located across from the Turkish and Islamic Art Museum on the Hippodrome, next to the Egyptian Obelisk. Look for the guide holding a white “MegaPass” flag.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking
After booking, you will receive your MegaPass confirmation and meeting-point details by email. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time. Late arrivals cannot be waited for and are non-refundable. If availability allows, you may be able to join another tour.
The Blue Mosque does not require an admission ticket, but all visitors must pass through mandatory security. Waiting times are usually around 30 minutes during quieter periods and may reach up to 60 minutes when busy. Your guide will stay with the group during the security wait and provide information about the Blue Mosque, Sultanahmet, and Istanbul.
The English guided tour lasts approximately 60 minutes and ends inside the mosque, where you may continue exploring independently. As this is a guided tour, direct entry is not possible. You must first meet your guide at the designated meeting point.
Please follow the dress code. Women must cover their knees, shoulders, and chest, and partially cover their hair. Men must cover their knees and shoulders.
Annulation et remboursement
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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