Eating Like a Local: Learn About Diverse Culinary Culture of Turkey

4.9
(107 reviews)
Istanbul, Turkey

4 hours 20 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Taste your way across two continents while discovering the stories behind Istanbul’s food culture
Explore the local streets, markets and food culture around Eminönü and the Spice Bazaar
Cross the Bosphorus by ferry and experience the everyday rhythm of Istanbul
Discover Kadıköy Market through regional dishes, local ingredients and neighborhood favorites
Taste regional Turkish specialties, street food and traditional drinks
Learn how migration and regional traditions have shaped the way Istanbul eats

What's Included

Food Tasting Experience
Soft Drinks
2 Way Ferry Tickets
Professional Tour Guide
Private transportation
Alcoholic Drinks (available to purchase)
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We can pick up from centrally located Sultanahmet, Sirkeci, Karakoy and Taksim hotels, for non-central hotels MEETING POINT can be set by guest after booking. Tours can start from Galataport as well for cruise passengers.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours 20 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)

    After meeting with your guide and brief information you will be ready to discover astonishingly rich culinary culture of Istanbul on this 5-hours walking tour starting from the authentic Spice bazaar. This historic bazaar is the place where we will learn about Turkish delights, spices, dried herbs and alternative remedies for aches and pains, and aphrodisiacs that have been tested through the centuries. You'll find all kinds of interesting beauty products as well. After we finish, we will continue our journey between the inviting aromas of the backstreets of the Spice Market.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Eminonu Pier

    Then you will take a ferry to a nice and cosmopolitan district of Istanbul, Kadikoy (Chalcedon) famous for its fish market and loaded with local delicacies from all around Turkey. On the ferry, you will enjoy the beautiful scenery of Istanbul. Experience the standing between two continents; Asia and Europe.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • Kadikoy Istanbul Boga MeydanI (Pass by)

    Famous center of the district which is also known as Bull Statue Kadikoy.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3
    KadIkoy CarsIsI

    Kadikoy is a haven for the 'foodies' as it offers a great variety of food such as pickled vegetables and fruits, lahmacun (pizza like dish, crispy and thin) fish, regional cheeses and mezes and more. In Turkey, we value food not just for its taste but as symbol of traditions, happiness, fortune, friendship, and you will see why it is so important to us while eating your way through the streets of Istanbul.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Kadikoy Iskelesi

    After the tastings in Kadiko we will try life-changing desserts such as heavenly delicious baklava from local usta's and enjoy a cup of fresh brewed Turkish tea..After all ferry ride back to Europe side.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Supplied by Food Trail Istanbul Tours
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Tags

Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Walking Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Street Food Tours
Water Tours
Shore Excursions
Food & Drink
Best Conversion
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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