Taste of Istanbul - Food & Culture
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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, hidden flavors, and meet the people of our neighbourhood — 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
1
Stop 1
We’ll welcome you with a short tour introduction and treat you to some authentic local snacks
2
Stop 2
We'll start exploring the Fener neighborhood, beginning with the Greek Orthodox School and its surroundings.
3
We'll explore the colorful streets of the neighborhood, from vibrant houses to lively stairs, while connecting and socializing with the local kids
4
Next, we'll head to the Main Street of our neighborhood, introducing you to 10+ dishes 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
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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!
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Hasan
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