The Blue Mosque: Guided Tour

Experience Istanbul's UNESCO-recognized Blue Mosque with a passionate local

Start your visit to Istanbul at the Blue Mosque, now open after a five-year restoration. Explore this famous site with a local guide. Meet your guide across from the Blue Mosque. They will share stories about the renovations and the history of the site. Walk through the grand courtyards of the Blue Mosque and the surrounding Old City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Inside the Blue Mosque, see its detailed architecture and blue Iznik tiles. Learn about Byzantine and Ottoman heritage, the Islamic religion, and Istanbul's history from your licensed guide. Experience the mix of cultures. The tour ends inside the Blue Mosque. You'll have time to take pictures and continue exploring on your own. Your guide’s tips and information will help you discover more of Istanbul.