Whirling Dervishes Ceremony Istanbul

Istanbul, Turkey

1 hour (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

Admission to the Whirling Dervish Ceremony
Live performance with traditional Sufi music
Pre- and post-ceremony commentary by a host
Digital multilingual guide

Transportation to and from the venue
Food or additional drinks

Meeting and Pickup

Operating hours
.6:00 pm

Departure Point

Abud Efendi Mansion, Alemdar, Alemdar Cd. No: 3, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

What To Expect

Abud Efendi Mansion

Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation

Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Reviews

4.3

based on 4 reviews

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Authentic music & ceremony but not the venue

Jason_M, May 2026

The full ceremony appeared to be very authentic; however, it took place in a large room with bleacher seating & a carpet extended across a cement floor & featured lit screens. I anticipated more of an authentic venue.

Mesmerizing …

Evangeline_E, May 2026

Highly recommended if you travel to immerse with the culture or learn more about culture like i do. The dance is mesmerizing, the history is awesome. if you in a hurry in your fast paced travels, this is not for you, if you stay to soak up experience this is for you. Watch their steps to whirl and look at their faces in a trance as they whirl …

Fascinating Tour

Joseph, Dec 2025

It was truly unforgettable! If you have enough time in İstanbul, you should definitely choose this show. It is a unique experience and an important part of Islamic religion and Turkish Eastern culture. The agency was perfect and very professional. The price is reasonable and absolutely worth the money. I would definitely choose this agency again. I highly recommend this tour!

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us amazing review - it's much appreciated!

Good show, bad organization.

Vicente_G, Apr 2026

Although the show is brief, 45 minutes, good quality dancers and musicians. 20 minutes of waiting in a hallway at the entrance to the lounge and chaos at the entrance. No explanation. We had trouble gaining access because the organizers told us they no longer worked with Viator. After several calls to the company [and after refusing to return the money] and with the help of the organizers, they let us access the show.

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