Taste of Istanbul Food Tour: Street Food & Culture

Welcome to Istanbul’s most local food & culture tour — Taste Istanbul and learn its story in two continents Hosted by professional locals, you’ll explore Istanbul’s both continents 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 and Istanbul You’ll also receive our comprehensive Digital Istanbul Guidebook and learn all you need. 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.

1. 1

   Karakoy Balik Pazari

   30 min

   We'll begin with a welcoming introduction to the tour at an authentic traditional café.

2. 2

   Karakoy Rihtim

   30 min

   We'll guide you through 5+ tastings with a historical introduction to each item on the European side.

3. 3

   Bosphorus Strait

   30 min

   We'll take a ferry ride between the two continents and cross over to the Asian side for the main tastings, all while listening to the story of Istanbul.

4. 4

   KadIkoy

   30 min

   We'll step into Kadıköy, Istanbul's liveliest and youngest neighborhood, for the main food tastings.

5. 5

   KadIkoy CarsIsI

   1 hour

   After introducing you to 10+ foods and drinks, we'll head to the secret local markets and finish the tasting with sweets.

6. 6

   Kadikoy Iskelesi

   30 min

   We'll finish our tour near the ferry port in Kadıköy, where you can catch direct ferries to all central locations in Istanbul, take the subway, or simply grab an Uber.

• 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

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