Green Mosque (Yeşil Cami) Tours and Tickets

The Green Mosque in Bursa, Turkey, also known as the Mosque of Mehmed I, was built between 1412 and 1420 by architect Haci Ivaz Pasha for Sultan Mehmed I. It features green and blue tile decorations and is part of a larger complex, including the Green Tomb. Renovations occurred after the 1855 earthquake.

As a functioning mosque, the Green Mosque is open to the public 24 hours a day, with the exception of prayer times. These occur five times daily and last around five minutes. Prayer times vary from day to day, so check the exact timetable for Turkey before your visit.

No, there is no entrance fee to visit the Green Mosque. As with all functioning mosques in Turkey, it is free. While visiting, keep in mind that, while educational and visually stunning, it is primarily a place of worship and should not be viewed as a budget-friendly tourist attraction.

Yes, guided tours are available to the Green Mosque. Typically, the mosque is part of a Bursa day tour from Istanbul. These excursions usually cover narration, round-trip transportation, lunch, and attraction admission fees. Itineraries often include attractions such as Uludag National Park, the Bedesten Covered Bazaar, and the Great Mosque.

The most comfortable way to reach the Green Mosque from Istanbul is by private vehicle or tour shuttle. The 100-mile (160-kilometer) journey typically takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, take a 3-hour bus ride from the Istanbul Bus Terminal (Otogar) to Bursa, followed by a short taxi ride to the mosque.

The Green Mosque is part of a UNESCO-listed complex that includes the opulent Green Tomb and the Museum of Turkish Islamic Art, two essential attractions for anyone visiting the mosque. The Bursa City Museum, the Bursa covered market, and the Koza Han Silk Market are within walking distance.