Blue Mosque Architecture & History Walking Tour in Istanbul

Explore the Blue Mosque's architecture and religious significance, from its elephant-foot pillars to more than 20,000 handmade blue ceramic tiles. Take a private guided walk or join a shared tour that also includes the Hippodrome.

Itinerary

1. For the Private tour, depart at 09:00, 10:30, 14:00, or 15:30. For the Join-in Hippodrome and Blue Mosque walking tour, meet your guide in front of the German Fountain and depart at 09:00 or 13:30.
2. On the Join-in Hippodrome and Blue Mosque walking tour, explore the Hippodrome with your guide before continuing to the Blue Mosque.
3. Explore the Blue Mosque with your guide on both options. The full tour lasts 1 hour 30 minutes.
4. Finish at the entrance of the Blue Mosque. The Private tour ends at 10:30, 12:00, 15:30, or 17:00, and the Join-in Hippodrome and Blue Mosque walking tour ends at 10:30 or 15:00, depending on your departure time.

What's Included

• English-speaking tour guide
• Blue Mosque admission on the shared tour

Important details

• Ages 7+ only for the shared tour
• Cover your shoulders, underarms, back, knees, legs, and head to meet the mosque's strict dress code
• Arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled departure