Things to do in Blue Mosque

We had such a great time that the day flew by. Our guide explained everything so well, making it a fun and enjoyable experience. Thank you!

The price is great, and I had a good experience. The atmosphere is nice, and it's good value for money.

Topkapi Palace is an absolute must-visit in Istanbul! The entire complex is breathtaking, and the Harem, with its exquisite Iznik tiles, is mesmerizing to walk through. The highlight was definitely seeing the legendary diamonds in the Treasury and taking in the panoramic views of the Bosphorus from the Fourth Courtyard. It offers a fascinating glimpse into Ottoman history and spectacular photo opportunities at every turn. Highly recommend allocating at least half a day to fully explore this magnificent palace!

the cruise was great and informational. and they brought us to view various places of interest, palaces, castles and notable heritage buildings in istanbul. the stop at the asian side was a good touch to experience the asian side of turkey!

By 9 AM, there was already a long line at the entrance. Fortunately, we were part of a skip-the-line tour, allowing us direct entry and saving us a lot of time. Descending into the Basilica Cistern was truly breathtaking; I never imagined such a massive underground reservoir, built 1,500 years ago, could be so well-preserved to this day. After the guide finished explaining, we were free to explore at our leisure, with no time limit, allowing us to meticulously admire every column, every corridor, every detail. This experience was fantastic, and I highly recommend it; everyone visiting Istanbul should come and see this.

If you enjoy hands-on experiences, you definitely shouldn't miss this activity. When I arrived, I decided to make a mosaic lampshade instead. They also offer other classes, such as candle holders, pottery, and hydro-dipping art. I felt a great sense of accomplishment after finishing, and they even give you a lamp base to take home.

This ferry ticket is very affordable, but please note! The round trip to Prince Island takes 4 hours (departing from Eminönü Port). The sea views along the way are beautiful and perfect for relaxing. Once there, I chose to rent a bicycle to explore, but if you prefer to just eat, drink, and shop, that's also an option.

This pass was super convenient and saved me a lot of time. I didn’t have to queue for ticket just scan the QR code and walk in. The only attraction that required meeting up with a guide was Topkapi Palace. The main queues were for the security check and the museum section inside the palace. Overall, it made sightseeing much easier.