When should I arrive?

Twenty to thirty minutes before 17:00. The ceremony starts on time and the lodge is on a narrow side street.

Is there a dress code?

It is a place of worship, so modest clothing is asked for. Covered shoulders and knees are the safe choice.

Not during the ceremony. Photography, video and applause are not allowed once it begins, and phones should be silenced.

Can I bring children?

Yes, there is no minimum age. The hall is silent for the whole hour, so it suits children who can sit quietly that long.

Is it wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The lodge has step-free access and a lift.

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Seats for the Sema at Kasımpaşa Mevlevihanesi cost $26 per person (reduced from $29). You reserve here and pay at the door. No card is needed now, and you can cancel free up to 24 hours before.

$26 per person (was $29)
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

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Every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday at 17:00. About 60 minutes.

11 Nov, Today 17:00, 138 seats left 13 Nov, Friday 17:00, 149 seats left 15 Nov, Sunday 17:00, 151 seats left 18 Nov, Wednesday 17:00, 165 seats left 20 Nov, Friday 17:00, 165 seats left 22 Nov, Sunday 17:00, 160 seats left

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25 Nov, Wednesday 17:00, 168 seats left 27 Nov, Friday 17:00, 174 seats left 29 Nov, Sunday 17:00, 176 seats left 2 Dec, Wednesday 17:00 4 Dec, Friday 17:00 6 Dec, Sunday 17:00 9 Dec, Wednesday 17:00 11 Dec, Friday 17:00 13 Dec, Sunday 17:00 16 Dec, Wednesday 17:00 18 Dec, Friday 17:00 20 Dec, Sunday 17:00 23 Dec, Wednesday 17:00 25 Dec, Friday 17:00 27 Dec, Sunday 17:00 30 Dec, Wednesday 17:00 1 Jan, Friday 17:00 3 Jan, Sunday 17:00 6 Jan, Wednesday 17:00 8 Jan, Friday 17:00 10 Jan, Sunday 17:00 13 Jan, Wednesday 17:00 15 Jan, Friday 17:00 17 Jan, Sunday 17:00 20 Jan, Wednesday 17:00 22 Jan, Friday 17:00 24 Jan, Sunday 17:00 27 Jan, Wednesday 17:00 29 Jan, Friday 17:00 31 Jan, Sunday 17:00 3 Feb, Wednesday 17:00 5 Feb, Friday 17:00 7 Feb, Sunday 17:00

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Wednesday 18 November has 165 seats left

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Total, paid at the door $26

Wednesday 18 November, 17:00: 1 × $26

No card needed to reserve. Pay at the door, cash or card.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.

$26 Nov 18, 17:00

What your seat includes

A short introduction by the lodge's resident sheikh, in Turkish and English, explaining what you are about to see.
The full ceremony, about an hour, with live Sufi music.
The Tekke Artifacts exhibition, the Dervish Trousseau museum and the upstairs gallery of calligraphy and traditional arts.
A booklet on the ceremony in Turkish, English, Arabic or Persian.

Before you book

When should I arrive?: Twenty to thirty minutes before 17:00. The ceremony starts on time and the lodge is on a narrow side street.
Is there a dress code?: It is a place of worship, so modest clothing is asked for. Covered shoulders and knees are the safe choice.
Can I take photos?: Not during the ceremony. Photography, video and applause are not allowed once it begins, and phones should be silenced.
Can I bring children?: Yes, there is no minimum age. The hall is silent for the whole hour, so it suits children who can sit quietly that long.
Is it wheelchair accessible?: Yes. The lodge has step-free access and a lift.

Kasımpaşa Mevlevihanesi
Sururi Mehmet Efendi, Keramet Sk. No:17, 34435 Beyoğlu/İstanbul
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Whirling Istanbul is the visitor desk for the Sema at Kasımpaşa Mevlevihanesi. Reservations go straight to the lodge.

Kasımpaşa Mevlevihanesi
Sururi Mehmet Efendi, Keramet Sk. No:17, 34435 Beyoğlu/İstanbul
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