Ever wanted to spontaneously book a tour on the same day you take it? This short walking tour of the Blue Mosque will have you marveling at one of the most beautiful and magnificent buildings in all of Turkey – in just two hours! You can also choose from multiple start times for a time that suits you. When you search for photos of Istanbul, Turkey, you’ll most likely find stunning photos of a majestic structure with a bluish-gray tinge. That is the Blue Mosque, also known as the Sultan Ahmet Camii or Sultan Ahmed Mosque. It was nicknamed the Blue Mosque due to its interior, which is made out of more than 20,000 handmade blue ceramic tiles. Your friendly guide will be by your side, regaling you with the religious importance of the mosque as well as the stunning architecture that went into making it. Learn about the elephant foot pillars, Mehmet Aga the architect, the different flowers on the tiles, and its gold minarets. Your guide will also be there to answer any questions and even help you take photos by this brilliant landmark.

Get to stroll around the fascinating mosque and find perfect spots to take amazing pictures

Get to see the main adornment on the Istanbul's skyline through your own eyes

Explore the Blue Mosque which is one of the largest mosques in Istanbul from the Ottoman Empire

Admire the beauty of the Blue Mosque which is well-known for its blue tiles and 6 minarets