Temples & religious sites
Eyüp Sultan Mosque
Eyüp Sultan Mosque
Located in the Eyüp district of Istanbul, this mosque is a significant religious site housing the mausoleum of Abu Ayyub al-Ansari, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad. Visitors go here to experience one of the city's most important spiritual centers and to see the 19th-century architecture built upon a site of much older historical importance.
Getting There
From the city center (Sultanahmet area, the most common route is taking a bus or a taxi. Alternatively, visitors often take a ferry or boat across the Golden Horn to the Eyüp pier and walk to the mosque. Depending on the mode of transport and traffic, the journey typically takes 30 to 60 minutes.
Duration of Visit
Allow approximately 1 to 2 hours to visit the mosque, the mausoleum, and the surrounding courtyard. This provides enough time to observe the architecture and the local atmosphere of the district.
When to Visit
The site is a major pilgrimage destination and gets crowded, particularly on Fridays and during religious holidays. To avoid the largest crowds, visit during weekday mornings. All seasons are suitable, though spring and autumn offer more moderate temperatures for walking around the complex.
Nearby Attractions
The mosque can be combined with other historical sites in the vicinity:
- Chora Church (1.9km)
- Mihrimah Edirnekapı Mosque (2.1km)
- Pammakaristos Church (2.3km)
- Golden Horn (3.1km)
Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors
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