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Whirling Dervishes Show Tickets

Witness the mesmerizing whirling dervish ceremony, a 13th-century Sufi meditation. Dervishes in white robes perform a choreographed dance dedicated to their gods, rising gracefully from the ground.
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Whirling Dervishes Show Tickets
Whirling Dervishes performing traditional dance in Istanbul ceremony.
Whirling Dervish in traditional attire performing in a dimly lit setting.
Whirling Dervishes performing in Istanbul with musicians in the background.
Whirling Dervishes performing traditional dance in Turkey with musicians in the background.
Whirling Dervishes performing in a cultural ceremony.
Whirling Dervishes performing in a ceremony with an audience in Istanbul.
Whirling Dervishes performing in traditional attire with musicians in Turkey.
Bosphorus cruise ship sailing with Istanbul skyline and mosques in the background.
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1 hr
1 more
  • Witness the UNESCO-recognized Mevlevi Sema ceremony, a spiritual ritual blending music, meditation, and whirling dance.

  • Begin your evening in the Sultahmet or Hagia Sophia area; present your ticket and settle in for the spiritual Mevlevi Sema ceremony.

  • Your ticket grants access to the full Whirling Dervish ritual, with live Sufi music and mesmerizing dance in a central Old Town venue.

  • Witness the 1-hour Mevlevi Sema, a moving display of devotion and artistry, as dervishes whirl in authentic tradition before your eyes.

  • Upgrade your experience with a traditional Turkish dinner including a variety of kebabs, meze, salads, tea, coffee, and künefe.

More details

  • Witness the UNESCO-recognized Mevlevi Sema ceremony, a spiritual ritual blending music, meditation, and whirling dance.

  • Begin your evening in the Sultahmet or Hagia Sophia area; present your ticket and settle in for the spiritual Mevlevi Sema ceremony.

  • Your ticket grants access to the full Whirling Dervish ritual, with live Sufi music and mesmerizing dance in a central Old Town venue.

  • Witness the 1-hour Mevlevi Sema, a moving display of devotion and artistry, as dervishes whirl in authentic tradition before your eyes.

  • Upgrade your experience with a traditional Turkish dinner including a variety of kebabs, meze, salads, tea, coffee, and künefe.

from €27
€13.50

50% off

Whirling Dervishes performing in a historic venue with an audience in Istanbul.
Musicians playing traditional instruments at a Whirling Dervish show.
Whirling Dervish performing in traditional attire during a show.
Whirling Dervishes in traditional attire with Hagia Sophia in Istanbul background.
Brewing Turkish coffee in copper pots over hot coals, Istanbul.
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1 hr
  • Enjoy an immersive Sema ceremony featuring a 5-min intro video, 10-min Sufi concert, and the full 45-min whirling ritual.

  • Explore the exhibition showcasing dervish clothing, instruments, historic books, hyperrealist statues, and interactive Rumi poems.

  • Watch the UNESCO-recognized Mevlevi ritual that traces the dervishes’ spiritual journey toward divine love.

  • Watch the Whirling Dervishes perform their spiritual dance, accompanied by traditional music in an atmospheric setting.

  • Choose your preferred entry time with either a 5pm ticket or a 7pm Prime Time ticket to best suit your schedule.

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  • Enjoy an immersive Sema ceremony featuring a 5-min intro video, 10-min Sufi concert, and the full 45-min whirling ritual.

  • Explore the exhibition showcasing dervish clothing, instruments, historic books, hyperrealist statues, and interactive Rumi poems.

  • Watch the UNESCO-recognized Mevlevi ritual that traces the dervishes’ spiritual journey toward divine love.

  • Watch the Whirling Dervishes perform their spiritual dance, accompanied by traditional music in an atmospheric setting.

  • Choose your preferred entry time with either a 5pm ticket or a 7pm Prime Time ticket to best suit your schedule.

from
€31.59
Whirling Dervish performance and Bosphorus cruise near Sultanahmet, Istanbul.
Whirling Dervishes performing traditional dance in Istanbul ceremony.
Whirling Dervishes performing traditional dance in Turkey with musicians in the background.
Tourists on a boat enjoying the Istanbul Bosphorus sightseeing cruise with an audio guide.
Tour boat on the Bosphorus with Kuleli Military High School in the background, Istanbul.
Whirling Dervishes performing in Istanbul with musicians in the background.
Whirling Dervishes performing in a ceremony with an audience in Istanbul.
Whirling dervishes in traditional attire standing in front of Hagia Sophia, Istanbul.
Couple on Bosphorus cruise pointing at Dolmabahçe Palace, Istanbul.
Kksu Pavilion by the Bosphorus in Istanbul, surrounded by trees and water.
Rumeli Hisar fortress with stone walls and towers in Istanbul, Turkey.
1 hr
Audio guide
  • Experience Istanbul’s spiritual and scenic sides with a combo ticket for a Bosphorus cruise and Whirling Dervish show.

  • Witness the mesmerizing Mevlevi Sema ceremony, a centuries-old Sufi ritual performed by Whirling Dervishes with live music.

  • Feel the tranquility of Sufi instrumentals and prayer citations before the dervishes appear, immersing you in Istanbul’s spiritual heritage.

  • Enjoy skip-the-line access to the Bosphorus cruise, complete with a helpful marine officer and an audio guide in 10 languages.

  • Sail between Europe and Asia on a 90-minute Bosphorus cruise, spotting landmarks like Galata Tower and Dolmabahce Palace.

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  • Experience Istanbul’s spiritual and scenic sides with a combo ticket for a Bosphorus cruise and Whirling Dervish show.

  • Witness the mesmerizing Mevlevi Sema ceremony, a centuries-old Sufi ritual performed by Whirling Dervishes with live music.

  • Feel the tranquility of Sufi instrumentals and prayer citations before the dervishes appear, immersing you in Istanbul’s spiritual heritage.

  • Enjoy skip-the-line access to the Bosphorus cruise, complete with a helpful marine officer and an audio guide in 10 languages.

  • Sail between Europe and Asia on a 90-minute Bosphorus cruise, spotting landmarks like Galata Tower and Dolmabahce Palace.

from €38.50
€25

35% off

Whirling dervishes performing in Istanbul, Turkey, part of the Istanbul Welcome Card experience.
Group enjoying a traditional Turkish dinner with tea at a restaurant.
Group dining at a restaurant with shared dishes and drinks on a wooden table.
Sufi whirling dervish performing traditional dance in dimly lit room.
Assorted Turkish sweets displayed in a market in Istanbul.
Turkish cuisine spread with kebabs, pide, and meze near Hagia Sophia, Istanbul.
Free cancellation
Book now, pay later
3 hr 30 min
1 more
  • Witness a 60-minute Whirling Dervish ceremony rooted in centuries-old Sufi traditions.

  • Learn about the teachings of Rumi and the symbolism behind the ritual.

  • Experience the performance in a historic setting that reflects Istanbul’s rich spiritual heritage.

  • Enjoy a traditional Turkish dinner at a 140-year-old family-run restaurant.

  • Savor a variety of dishes, including kebabs, meze, salads, and the classic dessert künefe.

More details

  • Witness a 60-minute Whirling Dervish ceremony rooted in centuries-old Sufi traditions.

  • Learn about the teachings of Rumi and the symbolism behind the ritual.

  • Experience the performance in a historic setting that reflects Istanbul’s rich spiritual heritage.

  • Enjoy a traditional Turkish dinner at a 140-year-old family-run restaurant.

  • Savor a variety of dishes, including kebabs, meze, salads, and the classic dessert künefe.

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€74.70
Whirling Dervish performing in Istanbul during Mevlevi Sema ceremony.
Whirling Dervish performing in Istanbul during Mevlevi Sema ceremony.
Whirling dervishes performing the Mevlevi Sema ceremony in Istanbul, Turkey.
Whirling Dervishes performing at Mevlevi Sema ceremony in Istanbul, with audience watching.
Whirling Dervishes performing in Istanbul during a Mevlevi Sema ceremony.
Whirling dervishes performing Mevlevi Sema in front of Istanbul mosque at dusk.
Free cancellation
Book now, pay later
Flexible duration
  • Immerse yourself in the mysticism of the Mevlevi Sema ceremony with a breathtaking performance at Istanbul’s Kizlaragasi Medrese.

  • Experience the magic of the Whirling Dervishes as they perform their dance ritual, dating back 800 years, and leave you utterly mesmerized.

  • Admire the Sufi-inspired traditions and rituals of the Mevlevi Order and surrender to the spiritual ambiance created by the performers

  • Enjoy traditional Sufi music performed live during the ceremony.

  • Sip on complimentary refreshments as you soak in the serene atmosphere.

More details

  • Immerse yourself in the mysticism of the Mevlevi Sema ceremony with a breathtaking performance at Istanbul’s Kizlaragasi Medrese.

  • Experience the magic of the Whirling Dervishes as they perform their dance ritual, dating back 800 years, and leave you utterly mesmerized.

  • Admire the Sufi-inspired traditions and rituals of the Mevlevi Order and surrender to the spiritual ambiance created by the performers

  • Enjoy traditional Sufi music performed live during the ceremony.

  • Sip on complimentary refreshments as you soak in the serene atmosphere.

from €24.90
€19.90

20% off

Whirling Dervishes performing in Sultanahmet, Istanbul and visitor in Basilica Cistern.
Whirling Dervishes performing in a ceremony with an audience in Istanbul.
Whirling Dervishes performing in Istanbul with musicians in the background.
Pillars inside the Basilica Cistern in Istanbul with reflections on the water.
Medusa head column in Basilica Cistern, Istanbul, part of Blue Mosque & Basilica Cistern tour.
Whirling Dervishes performing traditional dance in Turkey with musicians in the background.
Whirling dervishes in traditional attire standing in front of Hagia Sophia, Istanbul.
Whirling Dervishes performing in traditional attire with musicians in Turkey.
Basilica Cistern column with Medusa carvings, Istanbul.
Renovated Basilica Cistern with illuminated columns, Sultanahmet District, Istanbul.
Illuminated sculptures resembling jellyfish in the Basilica Cistern, Istanbul.
Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Experience Istanbul’s spiritual and historic wonders in one seamless combo, skip the lines, and dive deep.

  • Enter a centuries-old theological school in Sultanahmet and witness the Whirling Dervish Sema ceremony with live Sufi music, prayer citations, and insights into Rumi’s Mevlevi Order.

  • Enjoy skip-the-line access to the Basilica Cistern and explore at your own pace with an audio guide available in English, Spanish, French, German, and Italian.

  • Unlock Istanbul’s soulful side and hidden depths in a single booking, save time, avoid queues, and pay less than purchasing both tickets separately.

  • Use a multilingual audio guide to uncover the history and engineering of this underground landmark.

More details

  • Experience Istanbul’s spiritual and historic wonders in one seamless combo, skip the lines, and dive deep.

  • Enter a centuries-old theological school in Sultanahmet and witness the Whirling Dervish Sema ceremony with live Sufi music, prayer citations, and insights into Rumi’s Mevlevi Order.

  • Enjoy skip-the-line access to the Basilica Cistern and explore at your own pace with an audio guide available in English, Spanish, French, German, and Italian.

  • Unlock Istanbul’s soulful side and hidden depths in a single booking, save time, avoid queues, and pay less than purchasing both tickets separately.

  • Use a multilingual audio guide to uncover the history and engineering of this underground landmark.

from €69.90
€56.40

19% off

Hagia Sophia and gardens in Istanbul, view from above, part of Istanbul MegaPass attractions.
Topkapi Palace Gate of Salutation with list of top attractions in Istanbul.
Gate of Salutation at Topkapi Palace, Istanbul, with visitors walking nearby.
Hagia Sophia Museum with minarets in Eminonu, Istanbul, under a blue sky.
Basilica Cistern pillars and arches in Istanbul, Turkey.
Dolmabahce Palace entrance with ornate architecture in Istanbul, Turkey.
Hop-on hop-off bus near Istanbul clock tower.
Cruise ship on Bosphorus strait during evening, Istanbul skyline in background.
Istanbul ferry near Haydarpasa railway station on Asian Side walking tour.
Woman relaxing in a Turkish bath with rose petals.
Sufi whirling dervish performing in traditional attire.
Bosphorus yacht cruising past Dolmabahçe Palace, Istanbul, aerial view.
Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Choose 2 to 10 attractions across Istanbul and create your own sightseeing route with one flexible pass that fits your travel style.

  • This pass guarantees a public transport card, guided Blue Mosque tour, 90-min Bosphorus cruise, audio guides, and two optional other landmarks or experiences.

  • Get around the city with ease using a 5-ride transport card for trams, metros, and buses, all included with your pass.

  • Enjoy added experiences like a visit to Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, dinner cruises, and cultural activities such as a hammam or dervish show, all included in your package.

  • Once you book, all attraction tickets land directly in your inbox. No paper, no pickup; just fast and easy access at every site.

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  • Choose 2 to 10 attractions across Istanbul and create your own sightseeing route with one flexible pass that fits your travel style.

  • This pass guarantees a public transport card, guided Blue Mosque tour, 90-min Bosphorus cruise, audio guides, and two optional other landmarks or experiences.

  • Get around the city with ease using a 5-ride transport card for trams, metros, and buses, all included with your pass.

  • Enjoy added experiences like a visit to Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, dinner cruises, and cultural activities such as a hammam or dervish show, all included in your package.

  • Once you book, all attraction tickets land directly in your inbox. No paper, no pickup; just fast and easy access at every site.

from
€99
Whirling Dervish performance and Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey.
Whirling dervishes performing in a traditional ceremony hall, Istanbul.
Whirling dervishes performing Sufi dance in a hall with an audience, Istanbul.
Aerial view of Hagia Sophia and surrounding gardens in Istanbul, Turkey.
Hagia Sophia interior with ornate dome and Islamic calligraphy, Istanbul.
Whirling Dervish in traditional attire performing in a dimly lit setting.
Whirling Dervish performing in traditional attire under ornate chandeliers in Istanbul.
Whirling Dervishes performing in a cultural ceremony.
Visitors viewing Deesis mosaic in Hagia Sophia, Istanbul, Turkey.
Hagia Sophia minbar with intricate carvings and stained glass windows in Istanbul, Turkey.
Visitors with backpacks view Hagia Sophia in Istanbul near a fountain.
Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Learn about Rumi's Mevlevi order in a 1-hour Whirling Dervish ceremony at a historic Madrasah near Hagia Sophia.

  • Be captivated by the swirling dervishes, their white gowns flowing as they perform the centuries-old Sema ceremony.

  • Explore the Hagia Sophia at your own pace with a skip-the-line ticket, marveling at its mosaics and ancient architecture.

  • Learn about the Hagia Sophia's history through multiple ancient empires with the multilingual audio guide, uncovering the stories behind its artwork.

  • Fun fact: The whirling dervishes' white gowns represent a shroud, symbolizing their letting go of the earthly world.

More details

  • Learn about Rumi's Mevlevi order in a 1-hour Whirling Dervish ceremony at a historic Madrasah near Hagia Sophia.

  • Be captivated by the swirling dervishes, their white gowns flowing as they perform the centuries-old Sema ceremony.

  • Explore the Hagia Sophia at your own pace with a skip-the-line ticket, marveling at its mosaics and ancient architecture.

  • Learn about the Hagia Sophia's history through multiple ancient empires with the multilingual audio guide, uncovering the stories behind its artwork.

  • Fun fact: The whirling dervishes' white gowns represent a shroud, symbolizing their letting go of the earthly world.

from €59.50
€46

23% off

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Antonio C

Italy
Couple
Last week

+1 more

Accesso alla Basilica velocissimo grazie al biglietto salta la fila fatto von Headout. La fila era lunghissima, ma mio siamo entrati su una corsia laterale dedicata a prenotazioni on Line. Grazie Headout, grazie !!

Combo: Whirling Dervishes Tickets + Basilica Cistern Ticket with Audio Guide

Sara S

United States
Couple
2 weeks ago
We really appreciated not having to wait in line at all, and it was very easy to buy the tickets ahead of time! I will definitely use Headout again in the future.

Combo: Whirling Dervishes Tickets + Basilica Cistern Ticket with Audio Guide

Imran T

United Kingdom
Couple
Mar 2026

+1 more

That's the best cruise ever. It covers 25 historical places and amazing experience. Everyone who visits Turkey must try this amazing cruise 🛳

Combo: Whirling Dervishes Tickets + Bosphorus Cruise Tickets with Audio Guide

Kerstin S

Solo
Mar 2026

+2 more

A very beautiful location, centrally situated, with a circle of chairs offering a great view of the dance ceremony. Everyone receives a small bottle of water, and the musicians and dancers are very professional. Highly recommended.

Istanbul: Whirling Dervishes & Sufi Dance Tickets

Estefania R

Qatar
Solo
Feb 2026
This experience was simply amazing. The Whirling Dervishes is super interesting and very useful to learn about Sufi Islam. Also the Turkish food experience was really good and complete. Our guide Zeynep was top notch! She was friendly, clear, fun and very willing to help with any questions about Istanbul. 100% recommended!

Istanbul: Whirling Dervishes & Sufi Dance Tickets

Kunda H

India
Couple
2 weeks ago
Nestled in a historic traditional building just near the Hagia Sophia this venue was easy to locate. Smooth and hassle free entry. The experience of the show was surreal. It's more of a Sufi ceremony than a public performance that transcends you beyond the everyday. If you are up for such feels, please don't miss it!

Combo: Whirling Dervish & Sufi Dance + Hagia Sophia Tickets

Lorenzo C

Group
2 weeks ago
Very interesting and well-organized Although there was no tea when we left The show and the music are highly recommended The explanation is in English, and there’s a QR code in several languages Highly recommended

Combo: Whirling Dervish & Sufi Dance + Hagia Sophia Tickets

Neil H

United Kingdom
Solo
Feb 2026
Tour was well organised and the guide started a WhatsApp group which is a great idea to help meet up . A few local snacks then off to the Dervish performance which is a must see then onto dinner at the oldest restaurant in Istanbul . Food was excellent and Zeynep really made the evening with her local knowledge and engaging personality , a fine example of Turkish hospitality !

Istanbul: Whirling Dervishes with Traditional Turkish Dinner

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