Kadikoy's history, theatres and sweet shops: a self-guided audio tour
Overview
This easy self-guided audio walk takes you on a journey through history. You’ll discover the heart of Kadikoy, from the end of the Ottoman period, the beginnings of the Orthodox church, to the tumultuous and positive changes wrought by a passion for all things modern and European in the 20th century.
You’ll learn how the district came out of the shadows of the old town in Sultanahmet on the other side of the bay, enter a maze of fascinating small streets where you can visit specialist Turkish sweet shops, discover the history of the saints and enter into a world of would-be revolution and intrigue. On the way, you'll learn about Turkey’s multicultural past and the people’s love of music, literature, cinema and theatre, as you immerse yourself in everyday life in contemporary Istanbul. The tour ends at the famous Bull statue of Kadikoy, the neighbourhood’s much loved mascot.
What's Included
- VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food and drink
Meeting Location
Mimar Sinan
Paşa Limanı Cd. No:D:, 34672 Üsküdar/İstanbul, Türkiye
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Altıyol Meydanı
Söğütlü Çeşme Caddesi, 34714 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye
We end our tour at the Boga sculpture; a much-loved statue of a bull and Kadıköy’s unofficial mascot.
What To Expect
Armenian Church of Surp Takavor (Pass By)
Greek Orthodox Church of Ayia Efimia (Pass By)
Merak Eden Cocuk Ilkokulu ve Anaokulu (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
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Activity code: C-110804P337
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