Şeyh Süleyman Mosque Mosque
Ottoman-era mosque in Istanbul, historic neighborhood landmark
An Ottoman-era mosque in Istanbul visited for its architectural features and historical role in local religious life; it commonly appears on historical walking routes.
Şeyh Süleyman Mosque at a Glance#
Address: Süleymaniye Mh., 34116 Fatih/Istanbul, Turkey
Website: https://suleymaniye.camii.tr/
Hours: Daily 9:00am-6:00pm (closed during major prayer times for tourists)
Admission: Free (mosque entry); donations accepted
How to Get to Şeyh Süleyman Mosque#
From Sultanahmet or Eminönü, take the T1 tram to Eminönü then walk or take a short taxi ride up the hill to Süleymaniye. Metro stop: Vezneciler (a 10-15 minute walk). Many walking routes through the historic peninsula lead to the mosque’s terrace.
Tips for Visiting Şeyh Süleyman Mosque#
- Plan visits outside of the five daily prayer times if wishing to walk freely through the complex.
- Enter modestly-shoulders and knees should be covered; women will be asked to cover hair with a provided scarf if needed.
- Stand on the terrace at sunset for one of the most cinematic skyline views of historic Istanbul.
Best Time to Visit Şeyh Süleyman Mosque#
Spring and autumn are best for comfortable walking and clearer skies; winter offers solitude and dramatic views.
Weather & Climate near Şeyh Süleyman Mosque#
Şeyh Süleyman Mosque's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 3°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (726 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 3° - 9° | 4° | 95 mm | overcast | 83% | 3.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.4h |
| February | Acceptable | 3° - 9° | 4° | 66 mm | overcast | 82% | 3.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.5h |
| March | Acceptable | 4° - 12° | 6° | 67 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.2 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 8° - 17° | 13° | 48 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.6 m/s | 1.0 high | 13.2h |
| May | Very Good | 12° - 22° | 17° | 37 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 2.5 m/s | 1.5 very high | 14.4h |
| June | Excellent | 17° - 26° | 22° | 31 mm | some cloud | 69% | 2.5 m/s | 1.9 very high | 15.0h |
| July | Ideal | 19° - 29° | 24° | 26 mm | mostly sunny | 66% | 2.8 m/s | 2.0 very high | 14.7h |
| August | Ideal | 19° - 28° | 24° | 34 mm | mostly sunny | 66% | 3.0 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.7h |
| September | Excellent | 16° - 25° | 20° | 42 mm | partly cloudy | 68% | 2.9 m/s | 1.1 high | 12.3h |
| October | Good | 12° - 20° | 16° | 78 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.8 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Acceptable | 8° - 15° | 11° | 90 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 2.8 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.7h |
| December | Acceptable | 5° - 11° | 6° | 112 mm | overcast | 83% | 3.2 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
