No expiration date
Easy refund
Free exchange
Easy booking

10 Tastings of Istanbul Spice Market & Historic Centre Food Tour

Location Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
$107
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

The bustling Spice Bazaar in Istanbul invites you to immerse yourself in a world of vibrant colors and tantalizing aromas. As you navigate the hidden backstreets, you'll savor mouth-watering local cuisines and uncover the rich tapestry of Turkish culture.

  • 🏷️ Public Tour Option: Join a guided exploration of Istanbul's Spice Bazaar, complete with an expert English-speaking guide for a duration of 4 hours.
  • 🍽️ Begin your journey with a traditional Turkish breakfast, featuring delicious dishes and refreshing Turkish tea at one of the city's finest spots.
  • 🌶️ Discover the secrets of the Spice Bazaar, where you'll taste exquisite spices, learn to shop like a local, and understand the nuances of real versus fake saffron.
  • ☕ Dive into the rich history of Turkish coffee at the oldest coffee roastery, while wandering through stunning historical monuments and secret mosques.
  • 🍢 Savor mouthwatering kofta meatballs paired with a traditional drink at a cozy local eatery tucked between the Mosque and the Market.
  • 🌉 Cross the iconic Galata Bridge to experience a different side of the city, sampling a delightful Turkish bagel as you soak in the views.
  • 🏙️ Ascend to a secret rooftop dining room, where you'll indulge in a selection of mezze, homemade breads, and kebabs grilled to perfection.
  • 🐟 Enjoy freshly grilled fish sourced directly from the market, prepared by local fishermen at a family-run stall.
  • 🍰 Conclude your culinary adventure with a traditional dessert paired with Turkish coffee in Istanbul's trendiest district.

With Tinggly, you can gift unforgettable experiences sustainably, enjoy instant e-delivery, and rest assured that there's no expiration on your vouchers, allowing for global choice at your convenience.

—

The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Public Tour Option
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 4 hours

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Multiple mezze
  • Best grilled meat
  • Deserts
  • Non-alcoholic options
  • Raki (anise-flavoured, alcoholic drink)
  • Refreshing Tea or coffee
  • Turkish Delight
  • Our delicious Secret Dish
  • Freshly baked pide bread
  • Water
  • House baked bread
  • Baklava
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting point
We'll meet at Hamdi Restaurant, Eminönü. Your guide will be waiting with an orange umbrella so they are easy to spot.

  • First, you will experience the most colorful, fragrant, and often the most fun place in the city. Here you'll learn a couple of important facts about Turkish breakfast and try traditional Turkish breakfast dish and Turkish tea in one of the best places in town.
  • Then you'll discover the famous Spice Bazaar with your expert guide tasting and learning how to shop for spices and what to prepare with each one. Sample wonderful teas and Turkish delights. We'll show you what to buy and how to bargain - such as the difference between real and fake Saffron.
  • You'll learn about Turkish Coffee History and see the oldest coffee roastary. You'll make your way around the historical monuments, secret beautiful mosques and learn about the fascinating history of our food and culture.
  • You’ll dine on mouthwatering Kofta meatballs with a traditional drink in a locals hole in a wall spot tucked between the Mosque and the Market.
  • You'll cross the Galata Bridge to explore a unique and different side of town. You’ll try Turkish bagel while enjoying the view of the monuments.
  • You’ll head to our secret rooftop dining room with a view over the city for a selection of mezze, homemade breads and Kebab grilled and baked in front of your eyes with a traditional drink that will accompany your food.
  • You’ll dine on grilled fish cooked straight from the fish market by the fisherman at a family run stall.
  • You’ll get lost like locals in the backstreet shops and food stalls. You'll experience our secret delicious dish and learn how to eat it.
  • You’ll try traditional dessert with Turkish coffee in Istanbul's trendiest district.

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Comfortable shoes are recommended
  • Please inform us of any dietary restriction you may have
  • All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
  • 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!

    10 Tastings of Istanbul Spice Market & Historic Centre Food Tour

    Location Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
    $107
    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!

    Delivery options

    eVoucher

    • Free
    • Instant delivery
    • Environmentally friendly

    Physical Gift Box

    • $10.00 fee
    • 2-5 business days
    • Shipping Worldwide

    No expiration date
    Easy refund
    Free exchange
    Easy booking
    Planet friendly
    Global availability
    As seen on