Süleymaniye Hamam: the Sinan hamam of the Süleymaniye complex
- Historic hamams
- Süleymaniye, Fatih
- Paid
Family hotels closest to Süleymaniye Hamam
Visitor information
| Type | Mosque complex hamam (single section) |
|---|---|
| Built | 1557 |
| Commissioned by / architect | Mimar Sinan (part of the Süleymaniye complex) |
| Neighbourhood | Süleymaniye, Fatih |
| Opening hours | During the day and evening; by reservation |
| Admission | Paid; the price depends on the package you choose (scrub, foam wash, massage). Contact the hamam for current prices and bookings. |
| Time needed | 1.5–2 hours |
| Getting there | T1 Beyazıt stop or M2 Vezneciler, 10 min walk |
| From Sultanahmet Square | About 26 min walk (1.8 km) |
| Pushchair / stroller | Partly suitable. On the Süleymaniye hill; the surrounding streets are hilly |
| Best time | After visiting the Süleymaniye Mosque |
Opening hours and prices can change; check the official website before you go. Map links open in Google Maps.
History of the hamam
The hamam is one of the service buildings of the large complex of madrasas, a hospital, a soup kitchen and a caravanserai set up around the Süleymaniye Mosque, and its income went to the complex. Designed by Sinan to fit the overall plan of the complex, the hamam consists of a changing hall, a warm room and a hot room. According to tradition, Suleiman the Magnificent also used this hamam.
What to know before you visit
The Süleymaniye Hamam is a single-section hamam; there are no separate sections for women and men. How visits are arranged (private sessions for families, couples or groups) is set by the venue and may change over time, so be sure to ask before you go. If you are looking for a separate women’s section and female attendants, choose a double hamam such as Cağaloğlu, Çemberlitaş or Hürrem Sultan; details are in our guide hamams and pools for women.
What is nearby?
The hamam is a few minutes from the courtyard of the Süleymaniye Mosque and its terrace overlooking the Golden Horn. Mimar Sinan’s tomb at the corner of the complex, the historic wooden houses of Süleymaniye and the Rüstem Pasha Mosque on the slope down to the Golden Horn can be added to the same walk.
Visiting tips
- Ask the hamam about visiting arrangements and booking conditions before you go.
- You can visit the Süleymaniye Mosque before the noon prayer and then go on to the hamam.
- The streets up the Süleymaniye hill are steep; on the way back you can take the tram from Beyazıt.
Our family hotels near Süleymaniye Hamam
Walking times are approximate and measured from the hotel door; where the hotel gives its own time, we show that.
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Seven Roses Apart Hotel
Süleymaniye Hamam: 26 min walk (1.8 km) Walking route
Apartments with kitchens in Küçük Ayasofya, with roomy options for larger families
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Sareban Hotel
Süleymaniye Hamam: 27 min walk (1.9 km) Walking route
An alcohol-free family hotel in Küçük Ayasofya, looking out to the Marmara
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Emirhan Inn Hotel
Süleymaniye Hamam: 27 min walk (1.9 km) Walking route
A budget-friendly hotel with free breakfast in Küçük Ayasofya
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Green Life Apart Hotel
Süleymaniye Hamam: 27 min walk (1.9 km) Walking route
Family-run apartments with kitchenettes and a sea-view roof terrace in Küçük Ayasofya
Frequently asked questions
Is there a separate section for women at the Süleymaniye Hamam?
No. The Süleymaniye Hamam is a single-section hamam. Visiting arrangements are set by the venue; for a separate women’s section, the Cağaloğlu, Çemberlitaş or Hürrem Sultan hamams are more suitable.
Who built the Süleymaniye Hamam?
Mimar Sinan built the hamam in 1557 as part of the Süleymaniye complex.
