Overview
Commissioned by Sultan Ahmed I in 1616, this is Istanbul's signature Ottoman-style mosque. Its six minarets matched the number at the Prophet's Mosque in Mecca, sparking controversy at the time. The interior is decorated with more than 20,000 Iznik tiles whose blue hues lend the mosque its 'Blue Mosque' nickname. Light streaming through more than 200 stained-glass windows fills the prayer hall with an ethereal atmosphere. Free admission (donations welcome). 3-minute walk from Tram T1 Sultanahmet stop.
Opening Hours
Tourist hours 08:30-11:30, 13:00-14:30, 15:30-16:45 (no entry until 13:30 on Fridays)
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Visits are restricted during prayer times; shorts and sleeveless tops are not permitted. Women must wear a head scarf.
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🇰🇷 Tips for Korean Travelers
Practical info for Korean travelers heading to Istanbul, Turkey from Seoul (ICN).
Korean Passport · Visa
Check visa rules for Turkey on the Korean MOFA travel advisory site before flying — visa-free, visa-on-arrival or e-visa rules change often. Keep at least 6 months of passport validity.
Flight from Incheon (ICN)
Compare direct and connecting flights from Incheon (ICN) to Istanbul on Skyscanner or Google Flights. Early-morning departures from Korea are usually the cheapest option.
KRW ↔ Local Currency
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Korean Community · Korean Food
Many cities have an active Korean community in Istanbul with Korean restaurants, mini-marts, and Korean-speaking guides. Search Naver Cafe or KakaoTalk open chats for "Istanbul 한인" before you go.
Attractions near Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque)
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Things to Do in Istanbul
Bosphorus Strait Cruise
Cruise between Europe and Asia on the Bosphorus Strait, viewing Dolmabahçe Palace, Rumeli Fortress, and waterfront mansions from the water.
Grand Bazaar Shopping
Shop and haggle at one of the world's largest covered markets with over 4,000 shops selling lamps, spices, leather goods, and more.
Traditional Turkish Hammam
Experience a traditional Turkish bath with steam, exfoliation, and foam massage in a historic Ottoman-era hammam. Çemberlitaş Hamamı is iconic.