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Istanbul Old City Street Food Tour Hidden Local Tastings

By BarefootPlus Travel
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$279 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

Get ready for an unforgettable journey of flavour and history in Istanbul’s Historic Peninsula.

This small-group street food tour begins at the iconic Spice Bazaar and continues through the lively streets of Eminönü, extending towards the legendary Kapalıçarşı and its surrounding areas.

Along the way, you will taste Istanbul’s most authentic street foods while discovering the city’s rich culinary heritage, daily life, and centuries-old trade traditions.

This is not a typical tourist food walk. It is a carefully curated gastronomic and cultural experience designed for travellers who want to taste and understand the real Istanbul — while enjoying the dynamic atmosphere of a small group.

WHY CHOOSE THIS TOUR?

  • Small-group experience
  • 8–9 generous tastings
  • Authentic local vendors
  • A perfect combination of gastronomy, culture, and history
  • Professional licensed guide with engaging storytelling
  • Great opportunity to meet other travellers

Activity location

  • Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)
    • Rustem Pasa Mahallesi, Erzak Ambari Sok. No:92, Eminonu - Fatih
    • 34116, Istanbul, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Egyptian Bazaar
    • 34116, Rüstem Paşa, İstanbul, Türkiye

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Private Istanbul Old City Street Food Tour–Hidden Local Tastings

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
AU$278.78 x 1 AdultAU$278.78
Total
Price is AU$278.78
Until Wed, 27 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    8–9 authentic street food tastings
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Local drinks
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Carefully selected local vendors
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Licensed professional guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Cultural and historical storytelling
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Coffee and/or Tea
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Additional food or drinks beyond the tastings
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal expenses
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)

  • 30m
Your experience begins at the historic Spice Bazaar, one of Istanbul’s most vibrant marketplaces. Here, you’ll explore colourful spice stalls and learn about the city’s centuries-old trade traditions.

Eminonu Square

  • 1h 30m
Walk through the lively streets of Eminönü, where locals shop, eat, and gather daily. Discover hidden food spots loved by Istanbul residents.

Kapali Carsi

  • 1h 30m
Continue towards the Grand Bazaar and its surrounding backstreets. While exploring this historic commercial heart of the city, enjoy authentic tastings and hear stories about Ottoman trade life.

Historic Areas of Istanbul

  • 1h
Venture beyond tourist paths into lesser-known alleys filled with traditional bakeries, kebab shops, and sweet makers.

Location

Activity location

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    Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)
    • Rustem Pasa Mahallesi, Erzak Ambari Sok. No:92, Eminonu - Fatih
    • 34116, Istanbul, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Egyptian Bazaar
    • 34116, Rüstem Paşa, İstanbul, Turkiye
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Egyptian Bazaar
    • 34116, Rüstem Paşa, İstanbul, Turkiye

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