Guided Walking Tours - Taste & Tales of Istanbul
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Guided Walking Tours - Taste & Tales of Istanbul is a 6-hour experience in Istanbul, Turkey, from $114 per person. It scores 52 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
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- 52 / 100
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- Duration
- 6 hours
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- $114 per person
Here, we list the best historic and cultural spots in Istanbul that you can explore on foot. Then, on the tour day, we customize the perfect itinerary based on your interests and schedule. Then we discover the city of Istanbul all together on foot! :)) Normally, it takes three days to visit all the places in this itinerary. However, you can choose the ones you like, and we can visit some of them in a single day. If you have more days in Istanbul, we can visit the remaining places on the following days. Step into the heart of the timeless city of Istanbul, which stretches across two continents: Asia and Europe. Discover this city's Asian and European sides, where every cobblestone has a story and every bite is a revelation! "Taste & Tales of Istanbul" is not just a walking tour; it is a sensory adventure designed to show you the city through the eyes of a local.On this journey, you will wander through vibrant, centuries-old markets, stroll along the sparkling shores of the Bosphorus,
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About this experience
Here, we list the best historic and cultural spots in Istanbul that you can explore on foot. Then, on the tour day, we customize the perfect itinerary based on your interests and schedule. Then we discover the city of Istanbul all together on foot! :)) Normally, it takes three days to visit all the places in this itinerary. However, you can choose the ones you like, and we can visit some of them in a single day. If you have more days in Istanbul, we can visit the remaining places on the following days. Step into the heart of the timeless city of Istanbul, which stretches across two continents: Asia and Europe. Discover this city's Asian and European sides, where every cobblestone has a story and every bite is a revelation! "Taste & Tales of Istanbul" is not just a walking tour; it is a sensory adventure designed to show you the city through the eyes of a local.On this journey, you will wander through vibrant, centuries-old markets, stroll along the sparkling shores of the Bosphorus,
What's included
Included
- Guiding
What you'll see and do
Taksim Square
Meeting point at Taksim monument and starting tour by walking.. Taksim Square is a vibrant hub in Istanbul, Turkey, famous for its energetic atmosphere and the historic Republic Monument. As a central transport network junction, it unites dining, shopping, and nightlife. It connects directly to Istiklal Avenue, making it a bustling destination for locals and international tourists alike.
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Hagia Triada Church
Aya Triada is a grand Greek Orthodox church located near Taksim Square. Opened in 1880, it was the first domed Christian sanctuary permitted in Ottoman Istanbul. Featuring striking Neo-Gothic bell towers and a beautiful interior, this active house of worship remains a vital symbol of Beyoğlu's rich cultural history. historic and cultural sports around
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Istiklal Caddesi
Istiklal Avenue is a famous 1.4-kilometer pedestrian street in Beyoğlu, Istanbul. It stretches from Taksim Square to the Tünel square. This bustling boulevard serves as the pulsing heart of the city, attracting millions of local residents and international travelers every single weekend
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St Antoine Catholic Church
The Church of Saint Anthony of Padua (Sent Antuan) is an iconic Roman Catholic basilica situated directly on Istiklal Avenue. Built in 1912, it stands proudly as the largest and most populated Roman Catholic church in Istanbul
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Cicek Pasaji
Çiçek Pasajı (Flower Passage) is a historic nineteenth-century covered arcade located right on Istiklal Avenue. Renowned for its beautiful glass dome and ornate Parisian-style facade, it stands today as one of the most famous and lively landmarks for dining in Beyoğlu.
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Galata Mevlevi Museum
Galata Mevlevihanesi (Galata Mevlevi House Museum) is the oldest Mevlevi lodge in Istanbul, founded in 1491. Located at the southern end of Istiklal Avenue at the top of Galip Dede Street, it serves as a peaceful cultural museum dedicated to Sufism, Islamic calligraphy, and the mystical teachings of Mevlana Jalaluddin Rumi.
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Galata Tower
The Galata Tower (Galata Kulesi) is a medieval stone tower dominating Istanbul’s silhouette and serving as one of the city's most iconic landmarks. Located in the historic Galata neighborhood of Beyoğlu, it offers breathtaking, 360-degree panoramic views of the Bosphorus, the Golden Horn, and the Historic Peninsula.
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Ashkenazi Synagogue
The Ashkenazi Synagogue (Aşkenazi Sinagogu) is a historic house of worship located in Karaköy near the Galata Tower. Built in 1900 by Jews of Austrian origin, it stands today as the only active Ashkenazi synagogue in Istanbul open for religious ceremonies.
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Yeralti Camii
The Underground Mosque (Yeraltı Camii), also known as Kurşunlu Mahzen (The Leaded Vault), is a unique subterranean sanctuary located in Karaköy. Tucked beneath the streets near the Galata waterfront, its cavernous structure, low vaulted ceilings, and green lighting stand out from traditional Ottoman architecture.
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Karakoy Balik Pazari
The Karaköy Fish Market (Karaköy Balık Pazarı) is a lively, historic waterfront market located right next to the Turyol Ferry Pier, northwest of the Galata Bridge. Serving as a cultural and culinary hub for centuries, it is famous for offering some of the freshest, most affordable daily catches in Istanbul.
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Galata Koprusu
The Galata Bridge (Galata Köprüsü) is an iconic, 490-meter movable bascule bridge that spans the Golden Horn. It connects the modern cultural districts of Karaköy and Beyoğlu with the historic old city of Eminönü and Fatih. It is celebrated as the symbolic link between two distinct eras and cultures of Istanbul
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Eminonu Square
Eminönü Square (Eminönü Meydanı) is one of Istanbul's most historic and bustling public squares, serving as the primary gateway to the Old City. Located in the Fatih district along the southern mouth of the Golden Horn, it is a roaring transport, commercial, and culinary hub where millions of commuters, vendors, and tourists cross paths daily.
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Yeni Camii
The New Mosque (Yeni Cami), officially known as the Valide Sultan Mosque, is a majestic 17th-century Ottoman imperial mosque dominating Eminönü Square. Standing prominently at the southern foot of the Galata Bridge, it is one of the most recognizable landmarks along the Golden Horn
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The Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar), also known as the Egyptian Bazaar, is a vibrant 17th-century covered market located in Eminönü. Situated right next to the New Mosque, it stands as Istanbul’s second-largest covered shopping complex and the undisputed capital of exotic flavors, spices, and traditional sweets.
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Tahtakale District
Tahtakale is a historic, high-energy commercial neighborhood located directly west of the Spice Bazaar in Eminönü. Operating as a bustling open-air market destination for centuries, it is famous for being Istanbul's ultimate wholesale district where you can find virtually any product at highly discounted prices.
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Rustem Pasha Mosque
The Rüstem Pasha Mosque (Rüstem Paşa Camii) is a 16th-century Ottoman masterpiece designed by the legendary imperial architect Mimar Sinan. Tucked away above the bustling wholesale streets of the Tahtakale market district near the Spice Bazaar, it is widely celebrated for housing the most exquisite and extensive collection of İznik tiles in the entire world.
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Suleymaniye Mosque
The Süleymaniye Mosque (Süleymaniye Camii) is a breathtaking 16th-century imperial complex and one of Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks. Perched gracefully on the Third Hill of the historic peninsula, it dominates the skyline of the Fatih district. Commissioned by Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent, it is celebrated as the absolute masterpiece of Mimar Sinan’s "journeyman" period.
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Grand Bazaar
The Grand Bazaar (Kapalıçarşı) is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the entire world [1]. Located in the heart of Istanbul's Fatih district, it spans over 61 covered streets and houses more than 4,000 shops, attracting between 250,000 and 400,000 global visitors and shoppers every single day.
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Divanyolu Street
ivanyolu Avenue (Divanyolu Caddesi) is the historic main thoroughfare running through the heart of Istanbul's Old City. Stretching from Sultanahmet Square westward toward Beyazıt Square and the Grand Bazaar, this historic street acts as a physical timeline connecting the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires.
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Obelisk of Theodosius
The Dikilitaş, globally known as the Obelisk of Theodosius, is an ancient Egyptian monument standing in Sultanahmet Square. Carved in the 15th century BC, it has survived for over 3,500 years, making it officially the oldest monument in Istanbul.
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II. Mahmud Turbesi
14 sitesThe Tomb of Sultan Mahmud II (Sultan II. Mahmud Türbesi) is an elegant 19th-century royal mausoleum located directly on Divanyolu Avenue in Çemberlitaş. Built in 1840 by Sultan Abdülmecid I for his late father, it serves as a grand dynastic burial site, an architectural landmark, and a monumental open-air state cemetery
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Sultanahmet Square
Sultanahmet Square is the historical heart of Istanbul. Formerly the Hippodrome of Constantinople, it was the epicenter of Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman social life. Today, it is surrounded by iconic world heritage sites like the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, featuring ancient monuments like the Egyptian Obelisk
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Blue Mosque
The Blue Mosque, officially named the Sultan Ahmed Mosque (Sultanahmet Camii), is one of Istanbul's most iconic and architecturally significant landmarks. It stands directly across from the Hagia Sophia in Sultanahmet Square
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Arasta Bazaar
The Arasta Bazaar (Arasta Çarşısı) is a charming, historic open-air market street located just behind the Blue Mosque
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Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
Hagia Sophia (Ayasofya), meaning "Holy Wisdom", is a monumental architectural marvel standing directly opposite the Blue Mosque in Sultanahmet Square.Originally constructed as a Christian cathedral, it has served as an Ottoman mosque, a secular museum, and is currently functioning as an active mosque while welcoming millions of international tourists.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Istanbul
Meeting point
Istanbul
we are meeting at the main gate of Egyptian Bazaar
Meeting point
Istanbul
we are meeting at German Fountain
Meeting point
Istanbul
we are meeting at Taksim Republic Monument.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Ends at
we are meeting at the main gate of Egyptian Bazaar
Ends at
we are meeting at German Fountain
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we are meeting at Taksim Republic Monument.
Options you can book
Group of 5 person (French)
Group of 5 person (French)
Group of 3 person
English: Group of 3 person
Group of 3 person (French)
Group of 3 person (French)
Group of 5 person (Turkish)
Group of 5 person (Turkish)
Group of 3 person (Turkish)
Group of 3 person (Turkish)
Group of 10 person (French)
Group of 10 person (French) Pickup included
Group of 5 person
English Group of 5 person: Group of 5 person
Group of 10 person
English Group of 10 person: Group of 10 person
Group of 10 person (Turkish)
Group of 10 person (Turkish)
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, fr, tr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Eat&Travel Istanbul
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $114 to $200
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 52
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Guided Walking Tours - Taste & Tales of Istanbul: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Istanbul.
How much does Guided Walking Tours - Taste & Tales of Istanbul cost?
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Prices start at $114 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Istanbul usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Guided Walking Tours - Taste & Tales of Istanbul take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Istanbul is not rushed.
Is Guided Walking Tours - Taste & Tales of Istanbul worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 52 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Istanbul, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Guided Walking Tours - Taste & Tales of Istanbul?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Guided Walking Tours - Taste & Tales of Istanbul suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Guided Walking Tours - Taste & Tales of Istanbul?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Istanbul can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Istanbul and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Guided Walking Tours - Taste & Tales of Istanbul start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Istanbul within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Istanbul?
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On Outty we rank every Istanbul experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Princes Islands Blue Journey from Old City Istanbul, Famous Istanbul Pub Crawl #1 Nightlife Experience, Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Istanbul?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Istanbul?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Guided Walking Tours - Taste & Tales of Istanbul?
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Included: Guiding. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Guided Walking Tours - Taste & Tales of Istanbul include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 5 listed pickup locations in and around Istanbul. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Guided Walking Tours - Taste & Tales of Istanbul offered in?
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It is offered in English, French and Turkish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Guided Walking Tours - Taste & Tales of Istanbul?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Guided Walking Tours - Taste & Tales of Istanbul wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Guided Walking Tours - Taste & Tales of Istanbul if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What booking options are available for Guided Walking Tours - Taste & Tales of Istanbul?
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There are 9 options to choose from, including Group of 5 person (French), Group of 3 person, Group of 3 person (French), Group of 5 person (Turkish). Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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