What are Blue Mosque opening hours?
Today
Open 08:30–19:00
Blue Mosque
Jan 1 TO Dec 31 Timings Days (Jan 1 TO Dec 31) | TIMINGS |
|---|---|
| Monday | 08:30–19:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:30–19:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:30–19:00 |
| Thursday | 08:30–19:00 |
| Friday | 08:30–19:00 |
| Saturday (Today) | 08:30–19:00 |
| Sunday | 08:30–19:00 |
- Daily: 9 AM to 5 PM
- Closed: During the 5 prayer hours in the day, the mosque is closed for about 90 minutes to non-worshippers and visitors; it is also closed till noon on Friday (which is a sacred day for Muslims) for visitors. Check the prayer times online before you visit.
Best time to visit the Blue Mosque
Weekday vs Weekend
- Landmarks and attractions in Istanbul typically tend to draw larger numbers of visitors on weekends compared to weekdays.
- It is better to visit the Blue Mosque early on weekday mornings, between 9am and 11.30am, when there are comparatively fewer crowds, so you can appreciate its serene ambience and architectural beauty without disruptions.
- Early mornings also provide better lighting conditions and fewer obstructions, allowing you to capture stunning photographs of the Blue Mosque's interiors.
Peak season vs low season
- The peak tourist season in Istanbul usually lasts from June to August. While these months experience clear weather and sunny skies, the city is also quite crowded with tourists.
- The off-peak season months of April, May, September, and October are the best time to visit Istanbul and the Blue Mosque. The humidity is lower and the weather is cooler, making it ideal to get around the city on foot, explore its gorgeous landmarks, and cruise along the Bosphorus River.
- The months from November to March are the low season. This is a good time to explore the city as well since tourist numbers are low, offering you a more tranquil experience.
Blue Mosque prayer timings for June 2024
| Gregorian Calendar Date | Hijri Date | Midday Salah Time |
|---|---|---|
01.06.2024 | 24 Zilkade 1445 | 12:51 |
02.06.2024 | 25 Zilkade 1445 | 12:52 |
03.06.2024 | 26 Zilkade 1445 | 12:52 |
04.06.2024 | 27 Zilkade 1445 | 12:52 |
05.06.2024 | 28 Zilkade 1445 | 12:52 |
06.06.2024 | 29 Zilkade 1445 | 12:52 |
07.06.2024 | 1 Zilhicce 1445 | 12:53 |
08.06.2024 | 2 Zilhicce 1445 | 12:53 |
09.06.2024 | 3 Zilhicce 1445 | 12:53 |
10.06.2024 | 4 Zilhicce 1445 | 12:53 |
11.06.2024 | 5 Zilhicce 1445 | 12:53 |
12.06.2024 | 6 Zilhicce 1445 | 12:53 |
13.06.2024 | 7 Zilhicce 1445 | 12:54 |
14.06.2024 | 8 Zilhicce 1445 | 12:54 |
15.06.2024 | 9 Zilhicce 1445 | 12:54 |
16.06.2024 | 10 Zilhicce 1445 | 12:54 |
17.06.2024 | 11 Zilhicce 1445 | 12:55 |
18.06.2024 | 12 Zilhicce 1445 | 12:55 |
19.06.2024 | 13 Zilhicce 1445 | 12:55 |
20.06.2024 | 14 Zilhicce 1445 | 12:55 |
21.06.2024 | 15 Zilhicce 1445 | 12:55 |
22.06.2024 | 16 Zilhicce 1445 | 12:56 |
23.06.2024 | 17 Zilhicce 1445 | 12:56 |
24.06.2024 | 18 Zilhicce 1445 | 12:56 |
25.06.2024 | 19 Zilhicce 1445 | 12:56 |
26.06.2024 | 20 Zilhicce 1445 | 12:57 |
27.06.2024 | 21 Zilhicce 1445 | 12:57 |
28.06.2024 | 22 Zilhicce 1445 | 12:57 |
29.06.2024 | 23 Zilhicce 1445 | 12:57 |
30.06.2024 | 24 Zilhicce 1445 | 12:57 |
