Chora Mosque Ticket

About this tour

– What you can expect –

The Chora Mosque, originally part of a 4th-century Byzantine monastery, transitioned from church to mosque to museum—earning a place among Istanbul’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1985—and back into a mosque in 2020. Through these changes, it preserved its exquisite Byzantine Christian mosaics and frescoes, offering visitors a window into the rich artistic and architectural legacy that spanned centuries of cultural and religious transformation.

– Important Info –

Child policy:
– Children under 8 years are free of charge. Valid ID is required.

Good to know:
– The Chora Mosque has a strict dress code. Women must wear long, loose clothing that covers their arms and legs, along with a headcover at all times. Men should ensure their shoulders and knees are covered.
– The mosque is open for worship on Fridays. Visitor hours may be restricted or paused according to the mosque’s prayer schedule. The mosque will close 15 minutes before prayer and remain closed during the prayer.