Taste of Istanbul - Food & Culture

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(48 reviews)

3h - 4h

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

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About this experience

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 and hidden flavors, while learning the story of Istanbul and Turkish culture in a short and engaging way — 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.

Available options

Taste of Istanbul - Food & Culture

What's included

Four Surprise Local Snacks

Local Guide (English-Speaking, Hospitality Expert)

Detailed itinerary

Stop 1

We’ll welcome you with a short tour introduction and treat you to some authentic local snacks

Stop 2

After snacks and a brief meet-up, we’ll begin our cultural walk through one of Istanbul’s most diverse and colorful neighborhoods.

Stop 3

We’ll also explore the Fener neighborhood and introduce you to Istanbul and Turkish Culture in a way you’ve never heard before, through the stories of the different communities and religions that shaped this beautiful city.

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

Next, we’ll head to the main street of the neighborhood for the food tour, where you’ll be introduced to 15+ dishes, their stories, how they’re made, and the unique people who bring the area to life.

What's not included

Food & Drinks

Personal Expenses

Available languages

Guide guide

EN TR

Written guide

EN TR

Reviews breakdown

Viator 5.0

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Important information

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Meeting point

We're meeting in Balat! You can easily get here by tram or ferry — the meeting spot is just a 2-minute walk from the stations.

Important notes

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)

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What to Bring: Food isn’t included to give you flexibility. Expect to spend around maximum 1000-1500 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

https://earthissimo.com/cityguidebooks

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:

https://earthissimo.com/

Feel free to reach out anytime for all your questions. Looking forward to hosting you!

Best,
Hasan