Stuffed mussels (Midye dolması) is the other iconic seafood-centered street food in Istanbul

Istanbul Food Tour - History and Culture of Turkish Culinary

Small Group
Digital
210 minutes
English

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

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Tour en Español

Tour in English

Tour en Español

Pruebe la cocina turca: Excelentes comidas callejeras gourmet, buenos restaurantes, meyhane local, degustación de raki tradicional, mezes, kebabs

FromAUD $190.60Per Person

What's included in Istanbul Food Tour - History and Culture of Turkish Culinary

(Subject to Option Inclusions)

Itinerary

Karakoy
Pass-by Only

Karaköy is one of the oldest and most historic districts of the city, and is today an important commercial center and transport hub.

Halic
Pass-by Only

Halic (Golden Horn) means inlet in English separates the old and new sections of Istanbul.

Galata Koprusu
Pass-by Only

This bridge spans the Golden Horn, connecting the old city with Beyoglu, the modern district of Istanbul.

Inclusions

  • Professional guide
  • Food tasting - Samples & Snacks
  • Transport by funicular
  • Coffee and/ or Tea
  • Small Group
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • 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.

Meet

Pickup and Dropoff

You will make your own way to the meeting points

Meeting Points

  • Meet your guide outside 'NORDSTERN HOTEL GALATA ,' conveniently located next to Galata Bridge and just a 2-minute walk from the (T1) Karaköy tram stop. Your guide, easily identifiable by their tour guide badge, will be waiting for you at the hotel entrance.

End Points

  • Your tour concludes at Taksim Square, leaving you free to continue your Istanbul exploration.

Redeem

Ticket Redemption

Direct access

⚠️ Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the scheduled start time, as finding a taxi and navigating traffic can sometimes be challenging. The tour will begin promptly, as it is a shared experience with other participants

Operator

Local Tour Guide Istanbul