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Local Food, History and Hidden Places Walking Tour in Istanbul

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Overview

Discover Istanbul’s historical peninsula and taste a range of Turkish delicacies on this half-day, small-group tour. Meet your guide in the morning in Istanbul’s Old City, and be sure to come hungry: you have a day of feasting ahead of you. Explore the markets, enjoy traditional Turkish food, savor famous baklava, sip Turkish coffee, visit multiple restaurants and discover Istanbul’s must-try dishes.

- This intimate, small-group tour is limited at just five participants
- Step off the main tourist trail, eat like a local, go off the beaten path to discover hidden places.
- Sample a wide range of dishes, enjoy Turkish coffee, kebap, baklava and more
- Visit old markets, different neighborhoods, restaurants and cafes
- Ideal for first-time visitors and food lovers
- All food tastings and beverages included.

What's Included

  • Breakfast
  • Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Rüstem Paşa
Tahmis Sokak, 34116 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Cankurtaran
At Meydanı Cd No:, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

The end point of the tour is the famous square that's home to well-known landmarks Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque.

What To Expect

Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)

The day will start in front of epic Spice Market. We will first mingle in the colorful crowds and buy delicious breakfast treats such as famous simit, cheese, olives, honey and clotted cream as well as scrumptious Turkish delights from a 246 year old shop.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tahtakale District

After finishing shopping, we will have our breakfast which will be followed by a unique Turkish pide cooked in old oven located in a historical building which was built in 1888.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Eminonu Square

Turkish coffee is always best after a perfect meal. So next will be the coffee tasting while watching the people walking in the bustling streets of Grand Bazaar.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Süleymaniye

The perfect time for tasting the famous döner is just afterwards. We will visit a little food stall which is in business since 1970! That may be the best döner in town !
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Grand Bazaar

A trip to Istanbul will be incomplete without walking in the bustling streets of Grand Bazaar which is known as the first shopping mall in the world. Exploring the incomparable Grand Bazaar as real locals do, we will discover the best type of kebabs that are cooked at the moment just for us in the little hidden restaurants around the bazaar.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Gallery Cemberlitas

Before heading to the cosy streets along the marvellous Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, it's time to indulge ourselves with the famous Turkish dessert; Baklava!
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Local Food, History and Hidden Places Walking Tour in Istanbul?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.82 out of 5 stars based on 77 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Local Food, History and Hidden Places Walking Tour in Istanbul?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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The following is included:
  • Breakfast.
  • Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea.
  • Lunch.
  • Snacks.
  • Bottled water.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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The minimum age to participate is 8..

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Accessibility information for the Local Food, History and Hidden Places Walking Tour in Istanbul is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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  • Breakfast
  • Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Gratuities

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
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  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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