Şeyh Süleyman Mosque, Istanbul

#264 among attractions in Istanbul

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Şeyh Süleyman Mosque is a mosque in Istanbul converted from a former Byzantine building which was part of the Eastern Orthodox Pantokrator Monastery. Its usage during the Byzantine era is unclear. The small building is a minor example of architecture of the Byzantine middle period in Constantinople. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1124 (900 years ago)Architectural style: Byzantine architectureCoordinates: 41°1'9"N, 28°57'19"E

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Fatih (Zeyrek)Istanbul Turkey

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Şeyh Süleyman Mosque – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Grand Bazaar, Spice Bazaar, Süleymaniye Mosque, Mahmutpasha Bazaar.

1 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Grand Bazaar, Istanbul
26 min walk • The Grand Bazaar, nestled in the heart of Istanbul, Turkey, is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world. A labyrinth of history and commerce, this shopping centre spans 61 covered streets and accommodates over 4,000 shops, attracting between 250,000...
0.9 miE
Historic covered spice and textiles market
Spice Bazaar, Istanbul
22 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Istanbul, the Spice Bazaar, also known as the Egyptian Bazaar, is a vibrant shopping center that serves as a treasure trove of flavors, scents, and colors. Established in the 17th century, it has been the go-to destination for those seeking...
0.4 miSE
Storied 16th-century Ottoman mosque
Süleymaniye Mosque, Istanbul
11 min walk • The Süleymaniye Mosque stands as an architectural masterpiece in the heart of Istanbul, Turkey, reflecting the pinnacle of Ottoman art and culture. Commissioned by Sultan Süleyman the Magnificent, the mosque was designed by the legendary architect Mimar Sinan...
0.9 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre, Market
Mahmutpasha Bazaar, Istanbul
23 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Istanbul, the Mahmutpasha Bazaar stands as a bustling emblem of traditional Turkish commerce. This historic shopping haven, located between the Grand Bazaar and the Egyptian Spice Market, is a labyrinthine street filled with a vibrant array of...
~1250 ftS
Remains of an ancient stone water system
Valens Aqueduct, Istanbul
7 min walk • The Valens Aqueduct, an ancient Roman water conduit, stands as a testament to the engineering prowess of a bygone era in the heart of Istanbul, Turkey. Straddling the modern neighborhoods of Fatih and Şişli, this impressive structure was the major water-providing...
0.4 miS
16th-century mosque and prince's tomb
Şehzade Mosque, Istanbul
10 min walk • Nestled amidst the historic fabric of Istanbul, the Şehzade Mosque stands as a testament to the city's rich Ottoman heritage. This mosque, located in the Fatih district, was commissioned by Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent in memory of his beloved son, Prince Mehmed...
~1550 ftW
Mosque, Sacred and religious sites, Architecture
Fatih Mosque, Istanbul
8 min walk • The Fatih Mosque is an Ottoman mosque in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Turkey. The original mosque on the site was constructed between 1463 and 1470 on the site of the Church of the Holy Apostles.
~930 ftE
Medieval mosque dating from 12th century
Zeyrek Mosque, Istanbul
5 min walk • Zeyrek Mosque or Monastery of the Pantocrator, is a significant mosque in Istanbul, made of two former Eastern Orthodox churches and a chapel.
0.5 miSE
Mosque, Sacred and religious sites, Architecture
Kalenderhane Mosque, Istanbul
13 min walk • Kalenderhane Mosque is a former Eastern Orthodox church in Istanbul, converted into a mosque by the Ottomans. With high probability the church was originally dedicated to the Theotokos Kyriotissa.
0.6 miNW
Mosque, Mimar Sinan
Yavuz Selim Mosque, Istanbul
15 min walk • The Yavuz Selim Mosque, also known as the Selim I Mosque and the Yavuz Sultan Selim Mosque is a 16th-century Ottoman imperial mosque located at the top of the 5th Hill of Istanbul, Turkey, in the neighborhood of Çukurbostan, overlooking the Golden Horn.
~880 ftN
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Eski İmaret Camii, Istanbul
5 min walk • Eski Imaret Mosque is a former Eastern Orthodox church converted into a mosque by the Ottomans. The church has traditionally been identified with that belonging to the Monastery of Christ Pantepoptes, meaning "Christ the all-seeing".

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Which popular attractions are close to Şeyh Süleyman Mosque?

Nearby attractions include Sanki Yedim Camii (3 min walk), Eski İmaret Camii, Istanbul (5 min walk), Zeyrek Mosque, Istanbul (5 min walk), Valens Aqueduct, Istanbul (7 min walk).

How to get to Şeyh Süleyman Mosque by public transport?

The nearest stations to Şeyh Süleyman Mosque:

Bus

Vefa • Lines: 77A (4 min walk)
Unkapanı • Lines: 77A (6 min walk)

Tram

Cibali • Lines: T5 (12 min walk)
Fener • Lines: T5 (17 min walk)

Metro

Aksaray • Lines: M1A, M1B (16 min walk)
Emniyet - Fatih • Lines: M1A, M1B (22 min walk)

Ferry

Eminönü (20 min walk)
Eminonu Iskelesi (26 min walk)

Train

Yenikapı (26 min walk)
Karaköy Station, Tünel Line (26 min walk)

Light rail

Edirnekapı • Lines: T4 (36 min walk)