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This evening walking tour combines Istanbul’s rich history, vibrant nightlife, and irresistible street food culture. We meet our guide in front of the iconic Egyptian Bazaar (Spice Bazaar), where you’ll enjoy a brief introduction to Istanbul’s past before exploring its colorful stalls. Guests may also purchase Turkish delight or herbal teas with guidance from the local expert.
As night falls, we stroll through atmospheric streets and lively neighborhoods that truly come alive after dark. Along the way, you’ll sample a variety of authentic street foods and experience Istanbul through both its flavors and its illuminated cityscape.
This tour offers an intimate and immersive way to feel the city’s energy through storytelling, night views, and local cuisine. To ensure a comfortable walk, we recommend traveling light. Please inform your guide in advance of any food allergies or dietary restrictions.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide in front of the Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar) main entrance. Please wait outside the entrance, where your guide will be holding a Lexor Holiday sign for easy identification.
Itinerary
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1Egyptian Bazaar
Meet your guide at the Spice Bazaar and start the night with Turkish tea and spice tastings while learning about Istanbul’s rich culinary traditions.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Eminonu Pier
Take a walk to the nearby piers and enjoy the taste of roasted chestnuts, one of Istanbul’s most iconic street flavors, loved by locals for generations
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Galata Bridge
Enjoy a scenic walk across the Galata Bridge, taking in night views of the Golden Horn and the lively atmosphere of the city.
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4
Arrive at the colorful Umbrella Street and enjoy a freshly made fish wrap while soaking in the vibrant nightlife ambiance
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5Kabataş iskelesi
Take a short tram ride toward Kabataş, traveling like a local through illuminated city streets.
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
6
Continue by metro from Kabataş to Taksim Square, one of Istanbul’s most iconic meeting points.
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
7Taksim Square
Taste the legendary steamed burger, a must-try late-night street food loved by locals.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
8Taksim Square
Enjoy a flavorful meat döner kebab, freshly prepared and served in true street-food style.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
9Istiklal Caddesi
Walk along Istiklal Street while tasting grilled corn, stuffed mussels (midye dolma), and traditional pickles, experiencing Istanbul’s most famous avenue by night.
25 minutes • Admission ticket included -
10Galata Tower
Arrive at the Galata Tower area, where the tour ends amid one of Istanbul’s most iconic nighttime landmarks.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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