Süleymaniye Mosque (Süleymaniye Camii) Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Süleymaniye Mosque. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Best of Istanbul 1, 2, or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour

• Best of Istanbul: 1, 2, or 3-Day Private Guided Tour

• Istanbul Private Guided Tour for Layover Flight. Transfer Incl.

• Istanbul City and Hidden Gem Private Guided Tour 1, 2, 3-Day Opt.

• Istanbul Off the Beaten Path Tour With Guide, Lunch, and Transfers

There’s no charge to visit the Süleymaniye Mosque. However, many travelers opt to discover it as part of an Istanbul tour. Expect to pay from around US$90 per person or US$250 per group for a private, guided full-day tour of the city, excluding transportation and relevant entry fees.

Yes, the Süleymaniye Mosque is absolutely worth visiting. It's one of the most important works of Ottoman architecture, by the era's most celebrated architect, Mimar Sinan. A perfectly balanced confection of domes, semi-domes, and minarets, the mosque perches atop a hill that offers spectacular views of the Golden Horn, the Bosphorus, and Topkapi Palace. Visiting on a tour that takes in other Istanbul attractions doesn't just help you navigate this enormous city. It can help you discover its long, rich culture.

Per one customer who booked the Best of Istanbul 1, 2, or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour, "I am so happy that I chose to have a guide for my trip—I honestly would have been lost without one. Istanbul is such a busy city with so much to see, and having Burak made everything possible and so much more enjoyable. What really stood out was how much he genuinely looked out for us. He made sure we were comfortable, safe, and enjoying every moment. We truly felt taken care of the entire time. If you're visiting Istanbul and want a guide who is knowledgeable, reliable, and treats you like family, I highly recommend Burak. He made our trip unforgettable. Thank you."

No, no reservations are needed to visit Süleymaniye Mosque (Süleymaniye Camii) and the mosque offers regular visiting hours daily. It’s also free to enter, although donations are always welcomed.

Count on around 30 minutes to an hour to visit Süleymaniye Mosque, which should be enough time to see the main prayer hall, the courtyard, gardens, and the surrounding complex that contains the tombs of Sultan Suleyman the Magnificent and his wife. Guided tours may allocate more time.

Süleymaniye Mosque is typically open to tourists from mid-morning until late afternoon, although it’s best to check in advance for a recent schedule as timings can vary seasonally. Keep in mind that mosques are generally closed to non-Muslim visitors during the midday Friday prayer, so avoid coming then.

Yes. As in all mosques, a modest dress code is required at Süleymaniye Mosque. Men should wear long pants and shirts, avoiding shorts and tank tops. Women need to keep chests, shoulders, and heads covered. The mosque typically provides head coverings on loan, but it’s always a good idea to bring your own shawl.

Yes. Photography for personal, non-commercial use is permitted inside Süleymaniye Mosque, although tripods are generally not allowed. Be respectful and mindful of asking permission if you intend on photographing any people.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting the Süleymaniye Mosque. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Istanbul:

• Hagia Sophia

• Bosphorus

• Blue Mosque

• Topkapi Palace

• Basilica Cistern

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Istanbul.