The Blue Mosque is open to visitors every day, but tourist access is temporarily restricted during prayer times because it remains an active place of worship.
Quick Tip:
Check the current prayer schedule before your visit, especially on Fridays and religious holidays.
Blue Mosque Summer Opening Hours
April 1 – September 30
| Day |
Timings |
Last Admission |
| Monday |
08:30–19:00 |
18:30 |
| Tuesday |
08:30–19:00 |
18:30 |
| Wednesday |
08:30–19:00 |
18:30 |
| Thursday |
08:30–19:00 |
18:30 |
| Friday |
14:30–19:00 |
18:30 |
| Saturday |
08:30–19:00 |
18:30 |
| Sunday |
08:30–19:00 |
18:30 |
Note:
Tourist access may be temporarily restricted during daily prayer times. Friday visitor hours begin later because of Friday prayer.
Blue Mosque Winter Opening Hours
October 1 – March 31
| Day |
Timings |
Last Admission |
| Monday |
08:30–17:00 |
16:30 |
| Tuesday |
08:30–17:00 |
16:30 |
| Wednesday |
08:30–17:00 |
16:30 |
| Thursday |
08:30–17:00 |
16:30 |
| Friday |
14:30–17:00 |
16:30 |
| Saturday |
08:30–17:00 |
16:30 |
| Sunday |
08:30–17:00 |
16:30 |
Note:
Tourist access may be temporarily restricted during daily prayer times. Prayer times vary throughout the year, so visitors should check the current schedule before arrival.
Is the Blue Mosque Open During Prayer Times?
Tourist entry is temporarily restricted during daily prayers. Since Islamic prayer times change throughout the year, the exact closure periods can vary.
If you arrive during prayer, you may need to wait until visitor access resumes.
What Are the Blue Mosque Opening Hours on Friday?
Friday follows a different schedule because of the main weekly congregational prayer.
Tourist visits generally begin at around 14:30 on Fridays.
Is the Blue Mosque Open on Public Holidays and Religious Holidays?
The Blue Mosque is generally open on public holidays because it remains an active place of worship rather than operating like a conventional museum.
However, tourist access may be restricted during religious holidays, particularly around special prayers during Ramadan Bayram (Eid al-Fitr) and Kurban Bayram (Eid al-Adha). Visiting arrangements can also change on other important religious days.
If you plan to visit during a Turkish public or religious holiday, check the latest visitor schedule before arriving. Prayer and worship activities always take priority over tourist visits.
What Is the Best Time to Visit the Blue Mosque?
Morning is usually the easiest time to visit from Monday to Thursday and on weekends. Arriving earlier gives you more flexibility if prayer times affect visitor access.
Before You Visit
Check the current prayer schedule shortly before your visit, especially on Fridays. Since the Blue Mosque is an active place of worship, religious activities always take priority over sightseeing.