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Istanbul Night Street Food and City Lights Walking Tour 7% OFF

Location Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
$88.35
$95
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

This experience is more than a food tour—it's a culinary journey across two continents. Rather than focusing on large meals, you'll sample approximately 11–12 carefully selected Turkish street food specialties while discovering the stories, traditions, and local culture behind each bite. From the historic Spice Bazaar to the vibrant streets of Kadıköy, you'll explore both the European and Asian sides of Istanbul, cross the Bosphorus by public ferry like a local, and visit authentic eateries loved by residents. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, this tasting-focused experience combines sightseeing, history, and gastronomy, offering an authentic perspective on Istanbul that most visitors never experience.
Istanbul Night Street Food and City Lights Walking Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 4 hours

  • Çiğ köfte tasting
  • Traditional dessert tasting
  • Stuffed mussel tasting
  • Fried mussel tasting
  • Lahmacun tasting
  • Public ferry ticket
  • Döner tasting
  • Roasted chestnut tasting
  • English-speaking local guide
  • Tea tasting
  • Kokoreç tasting
  • Spice tasting
  • Turkish delight tasting
  • Fish wrap tasting
  • Tips for the guide (optional)
  • Additional food or drinks not included in the tastings
  • Hotel pickup or drop-off

Meeting point
Meet your guide in front of the Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar) main entrance. Please wait outside the entrance, where your guide will be holding a Lexor Holiday sign for easy identification.
Return details
Meet your guide in front of the Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar) main entrance. Please wait outside the entrance, where your guide will be holding a Lexor Holiday sign for easy identification.

  • Meet your licensed local guide near the Spice Bazaar and begin your culinary adventure. Enjoy your first tastings of Turkish delight, local tea, and selected spices while learning about the history of Istanbul's famous spice trade and the cultural influences that shaped Turkish cuisine.
  • Galata Koprusu
    Leave the Spice Bazaar and stroll through the lively streets of the Old City. Along the way, enjoy a roasted chestnut tasting before crossing the iconic Galata Bridge. Your guide will share fascinating stories about Istanbul's history, daily life, and local food traditions while you admire panoramic views of the Golden Horn.
  • Karakoy
    Arrive in the vibrant Karaköy district and stop to taste Istanbul's famous fish wrap. Discover why this freshly prepared seafood sandwich has become one of the city's most iconic street foods while exploring one of Istanbul's most fashionable neighborhoods.
  • Karakoy
    Board a public ferry and cross the Bosphorus from Europe to Asia like a local. Relax during the scenic ferry ride while enjoying spectacular views of Istanbul's skyline, historic peninsula, and waterfront palaces.
  • KadIkoy
    Explore the lively streets of Kadıköy, one of Istanbul's best food districts. Visit carefully selected local eateries and sample a variety of authentic Turkish street foods, including stuffed mussels, fried mussels, kokoreç, döner, traditional lahmacun, and authentic çiğ köfte. Throughout the walk, your guide will explain the history, preparation, and cultural significance of each specialty.
  • KadIkoy CarsIsI
    Finish your culinary journey with a traditional baklava tasting before concluding the tour in Kadıköy. By the end of the experience, you will have sampled approximately 11–12 different local specialties, crossed the Bosphorus between two continents, and discovered the authentic flavors that make Istanbul one of the world's great food destinations.

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    Istanbul Night Street Food and City Lights Walking Tour 7% OFF

    Location Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
    $88.35
    $95
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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