Free Tour: Stroll Like a Local, Savor Like a Gourmet
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Join us to explore Istanbul like a local and savor its delicious flavors! Discover hidden gems, taste traditional desserts, soups, and snacks, and wander through iconic spots. A feast for your senses awaits!
Hello Walkers! Let's discover the secrets of Istanbul and taste its local desserts, soups, snacks, and drinks in Sultanahmet, Divanyolu, the Grand Bazaar, Beyazıd, and Süleymaniye. We will also get to see the modern and historical faces of Istanbul in this ancient way of the kings, the sultans, the valide sultans, and other members of the dynasties.
The Divanyolu Street is one of the most popular destinations of Istanbul with its shops, aqueducts, restaurants, madrasas, markets/bazaars, cemeteries, libraries, mosques, exhibitions, etc. You can taste döner kebap, baklava, ice-cream, pide, Turkish chocolate, pickles, and maybe Turanyum :) The places that we visit:
The Divanyolu Street The Forum of Constantine (Çemberlitaş) The Nuruosmaniye Mosque (Panoramic) The Forum of Theodosius (Beyazıd Meydanı) The Aqueducts The Courtyard of Suleymaniye Mosque and The Bosphorus View
P.S. The walker pays for his/her food.
Meeting point
Çemberlitaş Sütunu, The Column of Constantine.
Before you go
- Length
- About 2h
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Usual start times
- 14:00, 17:30 (Istanbul time)
- Coming up
- 120 departures in 3 months, 14 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 2h.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Çemberlitaş Sütunu, The Column of Constantine.. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in English and Spanish. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
120 departures are listed in the next three months, 14 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 14:00 and 17:30. Times are local to Istanbul.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Is it accessible?
The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.
Can I bring my dog?
The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.
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