“Taste Istanbul: Street Food Tour You Can’t Miss”

From savory to sweet: Istanbul’s street food adventure.”

“Savor the city’s flavors with a local guide.”

Discover the real taste of Istanbul off the beaten path.”

“Street food, culture, and stories in every bite.”

“Eat like a local in Istanbul’s bustling streets.”

“Markets, bites, and hidden culinary gems.”

“Fried mussels, baklava, and everything in between!”

Fishbread in Eminönü. “A delicious adventure beyond the tourist trail.”

Duration5h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesGerman, Russian, English, Spanish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Dive into the vibrant flavors of Istanbul on this guided street food tour!

Explore bustling markets, charming neighborhoods, and hidden alleys while sampling authentic local delicacies. From savory bites to sweet treats, your guide will introduce you to Istanbul’s culinary traditions, share stories behind each dish, and show you the best places where locals eat.

This is the perfect way to experience the city like a true Istanbulite.

What's included

Professional guide
Hotel pickup
Coffee and/or Tea
Food tasting

Gratuities/TIP (optional)
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Hotel drop-off
Public transportation fees (IstanbulCard is only for personal use)
Anything else that is not specifically mentioned in the included section

What to expect

15m · Admission ticket included

Enjoy the Street-food, people, and culture of Turkey. (If we make some changes in the tour content “boat tour” can be done)

A delicious gourmet walking tour in Istanbul with many delicacies you may not discover on your own! Vegetarian diets are not challenging options for us – it’s easy being green and tasting exciting Turkish vegetarian delicacies during this tour.
Sultanahmet District
20m · Admission ticket included

Starting with Simit and Turkish tea. Simit is a freshly baked, molasses-dipped, and sesame-crusted dough.
Gulhane Park
15m · Admission ticket included

By tram to Gülhane Park, discovering Gülhane Park by walk and continuing to the historical Post Office in Sirkeci.
Sirkeci Station
30m · Admission ticket included

Eating Raw Meatbals: Çiğ Köfte. It is traditionally and usually served as an appetizer or meze. Enjoying the Pomegranate Juice, which gives you energy for the rest of the day.
Misir Carsisi
30m · Admission ticket included

We start by tasting unique spices in the Spice Market; then walk to Eminönü for Balık – ekmek: Fish and Bread, which is served on a traditional Turkish boat.
Eminonu Square
30m · Admission ticket included

alık – ekmek: Fish and Bread, which is served on a traditional Turkish boat.
Galata Koprusu
Pass by

Passing the historical Galata Bridge by walk and taking the second oldest Metro to Taksim.
Galata Tower
30m · Admission ticket included

Tasting the traditional Turkish coffee next to Galata Tower. It’sroasted and ground coffee is boiled with sugar, and then served with the grounds which are allowed to settle at the bottom of your cup. This method allows the preservation of the full flavor.
Istiklal Caddesi
15m · Admission ticket included

Turkish coffee is a communal drink. After coffee walking to the famous Istiklal Street and eating Stuffed Mussels: Midye served with lemon. The vendor will crack one open for you. Squeeze on a bit of lemon and use the shell to scoop out all the street gourmet goodness.
Cicek Pasaji
30m · Admission ticket included

After that we will enjoy the delicious Fried Mussels: Midye Tava spooned on a thick smear of tarator, made with dried bread crumbs, walnuts, lemon juice, salt, pepper, herbs, and tahini. It’s served skewered onto a shish. The same unlicensed street mussels of unknown provenance, coated in flour (and sometimes egg yolk and beer), then deep-fried in a vat of sizzling oil; these are another very popular snack available at any time of day.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Begin your tour from our office in Sultanahmet, a conveniently located spot near major attractions.

Alternatively, we can arrange to meet you at a central location in Istanbul. Exact details will be confirmed after booking.

End point

Begin your tour from our office in Sultanahmet, a conveniently located spot near major attractions.

Alternatively, we can arrange to meet you at a central location in Istanbul. Exact details will be confirmed after booking.

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
For detailed information, please contact our company after booking.

Cancellation policy

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

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