A list of Istanbul’s Must-See Landmarks and their Entry Fees

Islamic & Ottoman Heritage

  • Eyüp Sultan Mosque & Tomb
  • Sultanahmet (Blue) Mosque Famous for its blue tiles and grand Ottoman design.
  • Süleymaniye Mosque Masterpiece of Mimar Sinan and symbol of the Ottoman Golden Age.
  • Fatih Mosque & Complex Built by Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror after the conquest of Constantinople.
  • Rüstem Pasha Mosque Known for some of the best Iznik tilework in the city.

No entrance fees for these Mosques

Historical & Cultural Landmarks

  • Dolmabahçe Palace The most extravagant palace in Turkey and the Ottoman Empire’s desire to impress Europe and the world. (40 Euros)
  • Topkapi Palace – Sacred Trusts Home of Ottoman sultans; includes relics of the Prophet ﷺ and early Islam. (50 Euros)
  • Hagia Sophia A masterpiece of world architecture with centuries of spiritual history. (Free to worshipers – Visitors 30 Euros)
  • Basilica Cistern Underground marvel of Byzantine engineering. (32 Euro’s)
  • Spice Bazaar Traditional Ottoman spice market filled with aromas and colors. (Free to Visit)
  • Grand Bazaar One of the world’s oldest covered markets with thousands of shops. (Free to Visit)

Panoramic & Scenic Experiences

  • Bosphorus Cruise Beautiful views of palaces, mosques, and bridges from the water. (Many available – prices vary depending on what you want)
  • Pierre Loti Hill Scenic viewpoint above the Golden Horn, often visited after Eyüp Sultan. (Free to visit by foot – Istanbul Kart can be used for the Cable Car).
  • Galata Tower Panoramic views over the city’s skyline. (30 Euros)
  • Çamlıca Tower is a modern landmark in Istanbul, located on Çamlıca Hill on the Asian side. (Observation deck 900TL)

Other Notable Mosques & Religious Sites

  • Abu Shayba al-Khudri Ebu Şeybet ül-Hudri Sahaba and foster brother of the Prophet Muhammad, martyred during an Arab sieges.
  • Yavuz Selim Mosque Overlooks the Golden Horn and historically significant.
  • Çamlıca Mosque Museum of Islamic Civilisations is under the Mosque. (Some exhibitions may charge to enter)
  • Yuşa Hazretleri Tepesi Shrine of Prophet Joshua is on a hill located in Beykoz, on Istanbul’s Asian side, overlooking the Bosphorus.
  • Hamidullah El Ensari Abdullah El-Ensari also known as Ahmed El Ensari, Sahaba martyred during the same campaign as Abu Shayba al-Khudri.
  • Çamlıca Mosque is currently the largest mosque in Turkey, completed in 2019.
  • Dolmabahçe Mosque Ottoman-Baroque architecture on the Bosphorus.
  • Sahaba Amr ibn al-Asiye (RA) Amr bin As led the Muslim forces in the successful conquest of Egypt, establishing Islamic rule in the region.

Free to enter.

Living Culture

  • Istiklal Street & Taksim Square Mix of history, shopping, food, and architecture.
  • Üsküdar & Kuzguncuk (Asian Side) Beautiful mosques, waterfront views, and traditional neighborhoods.
  • Kadıköy Trendy, artistic, and vibrant with food markets and cafés.

These areas are free to visit and explore.

**** Note all prices quoted can change and vary. Fees are usually different for locals compared to Foreign Visitors****

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