Go by ferry and you will enjoy more. Do not miss the cemetery. Lots of interesting souvenir shops and various others

Wonderful experience! Visited it in 2014. Always wanted to revisit. The tomb has a special importance for Muslims; Sultan Eyup was a companion of the holy prophet Muhammad PBUH. The place should interest non Muslims as well. Visiting the neighboring graveyard also fascinating! It has...More

As mosques go in Istanbul, this one is "only" a couple of centuries old - but it's gorgeous, and has a few buildings of interest nearby. I went on a Sunday and the place was packed - it was quite a moving experience. Sunday is...More

A great man Sultan Eyup resting in peace surrounded by Gigantic buildings and thousands of victories go to this place to salute him. A historical place and Turkish tradition energize your corusity to learn more and more about this country and this great nation.

Amazing mosque architecturally as all others in Istanbul. Historically very fascinating and important. Holds the tomb of Abu Ayub Ansari, an absolute must visit.

This is a lovely camii, and very popular with followers of Islam wishing to be blessed by being at the spot where a revered follower of the Prophet is said to have been buried. We were not here very early, and the whole complex was...More

You will visit the sacred tomb of Abu Ayoup Alansari (one of the prophet's companions) and their is a nice mosque their, the area outside is very nice to walk, shop and dine. its a walking distance from Pierre Loti area

The Eyup Sultan Mosque is situated in and around the graveyard. The place is thronged by Muslims who come to be blessed at the tomb stone of Eyup Sultan (one of the disciple of the Prophet Muhammad). One finds peace with himself at this place,...More

This was part of my excursion, to see the first mosque to be build in Istanbul. there were lots of locals attending for their regular prayer.

Very interesting and very beautiful. Definitely a must see in Istanbul. The mosque complex includes a mausoleum marking the spot where Abu Ayyub al-Ansari, the standard-bearer and friend of the Islamic prophet Muhammad, is said to have been buried.