Istanbul/Blue Mosque

Introduction

The Blue Mosque, or Sultan Ahmed Mosque, is the national mosque of Turkey and a popular tourist attraction in Istanbul. It was completed in 1616 during the reign of Sultan Ahmed 1.

Opening Hours

The mosque is open throughout the day and night. It is closed for visitors during prayer hours. Only people who will be praying are allowed inside. Prayers take 10 minutes to 1 hour depending on the time of the day. The prayer times also change throughout the year depending on the times of sunrise and sunset.

Cost

The area around the Blue Mosque is a public area.

Getting There

By Train

By Car

By Bus

By Boat

Eat

Drink

Sleep

Budget

• Bahaus Hostel - 4-poster dorm beds at very cheap prices.

Mid-Range

Upscale