Istanbul Food Tour - History and Culture of Turkish Culinary
Overview
Get a taste of Turkey's varied cuisine during this half-day food tour through the Beyoglu (Pera) neighborhood. With a small group limited to eight, enjoy samplings of everything from mezes to baklava to kebabs; there is even a chance to enjoy raki, an anise-flavored liquor local to the region. Stop at bustling markets, street food stalls, restaurants, and backstreets for a closer look at Turkish culture and history.
⦿ Take a half-day food tour of Istanbul's Beyoglu neighborhood
⦿ Sample snacks, drinks, confections, meats, mussels, and more
⦿ Learn about Turkish culture, history, and cuisine from your guide
⦿ This tour is limited to eight travelers for a personalized experience
What's Included
- Food tasting - Samples & Snacks
- Transport by funicular
- Coffee and/ or Tea
- Small Group
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Professional guide
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
Arap Cami
Tersane Caddesi, 34421 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Taksim Square
Şehit Muhtar, 34435 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye
Your tour concludes at Taksim Square, leaving you free to continue your Istanbul exploration.
What To Expect
Karakoy (Pass By)
Halic (Pass By)
Galata Koprusu (Pass By)
Galata Tower (Pass By)
Istiklal Caddesi
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
St Anthony of Padua
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Passage Hazzopulo
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Avrupa Pasaji
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Balik Pazari
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Cicek Pasaji
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Hagia Triada Church (Pass By)
Republic Monument (Pass By)
Taksim Square
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Historic Areas of Istanbul (Pass By)
Istanbul (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 12 years (Minimum drinking age is 18 years )
- This tour is required to be booked by a minimum 2 participants.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-66000P18
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