Taste of Istanbul - Food & Culture

from $45

Duration

3 hours 30 minutes

Type

Guided, Reading Material

Difficulty

Easy

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Welcome to Istanbul’s first food & community tour — Taste Istanbul, learn its story, meet the locals.

Hosted by passionate locals, you’ll explore Istanbul’s most colorful neighborhood through must-try foods, hidden flavors, and meet the people of our neighbourhood — all in one unforgettable experience.

Our promise is simple: no matter where you’re from, we’ll fill your tummy with endless local food, make you feel at home, and give you a heartfelt introduction to Turkish culture.

You’ll also receive our Istanbul Guidebook, filled with everything you need to know. Plus, we’ll assist you with every aspect of your trip to make it truly unforgettable.

This experience is vegetarian-friendly and perfect for all kinds of travelers.

If your preferred dates or times are not available, please let us know.

Inclusions

Local Guide (English-Speaking, Hospitality Expert)
Four Surprise Local Snacks

Exclusions

Food & Drinks
Personal Expenses

Tour Plan

Itinerary

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Meeting up & Golden Horn Ferry Ride

Our experience begins with a ferry ride offering stunning views from Karaköy to Balat.

Fener District

We'll start exploring the Fener neighborhood, beginning with the Greek Orthodox School and its surroundings.

Balat District

We'll explore the colorful streets of the neighborhood, from vibrant houses to lively stairs, while connecting and socializing with the local kids

Main Streets of Fener/Balat

Next, we'll head to the Main Street of our neighborhood, introducing you to 15+ dishes and the unique people who bring the area to life.

Meeting / Pickup

Meet on location: This experience has no pick-up service, customers have to make their way to our meeting point.

Know Before You Go

Wheelchair accessible
Stroller / pram accessible
Animals or pets allowed
Public transportation nearby

Please Note

Infants must not sit on laps
Infant seats unavailable
Wheelchair accessible
Not wheelchair accessible
Hello! First of all, thank you so much for booking the experience! We’re truly excited to host you in our neighborhood. Here are all the details for the experience. Meeting Point: Happie Balat Cafe (Near Balat T5 Tram Station) [ ] What to Bring: Food isn’t included to give you flexibility. Expect to spend around maximum [ ] TL per person. Bring about 600 TL cash as some small vendors don’t accept cards. Comfortable shoes are recommended for walking. Download our Istanbul guidebook here [ ] Need a ride? We offer luxury van transfers within the city and to/from the airport—let us know! We’re happy to assist with custom tours, day trips, airport transfers, or any other travel support across Türkiye. You can explore more on our website: [ ] Feel free to reach out anytime for all your questions. Looking forward to hosting you! Best, Hasan