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Afternoon Foodie Trail in Istanbul

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About this activity

SGA Travel’s 4-hour Afternoon Foodie Trail in Istanbul takes you deep into the city’s culinary heart, combining history and street food. Start at the vibrant Mısır Çarşısı (Spice Market), where you'll taste traditional Turkish lokum and explore aromatic spice stalls. Cross the Galata Bridge to Karaköy, where local vendors serve specialties like kokoreç (grilled lamb intestines) and midye dolma (stuffed mussels). At Mandabatmaz, savor thick Turkish coffee, paired with crispy içli köfte (stuffed meatballs). The journey continues along bustling Istiklal Caddesi, where you'll try the famous islak hamburger, and for dessert, indulge in syrupy baklava and more Turkish delights. This tour offers a unique way to connect with Istanbul's street food culture, tasting dishes prepared by vendors who have honed their craft over generations, providing an authentic culinary experience.

Highlights

    What's included

    • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
    • Snacks
    • Tea and coffee

    Not included

    • Gratuities

    Itinerary

    1. Spice Bazaar

      Your tour leader will meet you at the main gate of Spice Market and take you for a tour.

      30 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    2. Galata Bridge

      You will walk on the Galata Bridge to watch the local fishermen and take the best pictures of Golden Horn.

      30 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    3. You will walk around Karakoy neighbourhood to try couple of local specialities such as Cig Kofte, cay (Turkish tea), borek (pastry) and baklava.

      1 hourAdmission free

    4. Viaport Marina

      You will take the tunnel funicular up to Istiklal Street and head to Taksim Square. First stop will be a very local cafe which makes a very special Turkish Coffee called 'Mandabatmaz'

      1 hourAdmission freeSee on map

    5. Istiklal Street

      You will walk up the hill and finish the tour at Taksim square but before the end, you will try different types of street food samples such as Turkish delight, kokoreç (grilled intestines), stuffed mussels, içli köfte (stuffed meatballs), Turkish delight and wet burger.

      1 hourAdmission freeSee on map

    Meeting point

    We wait for you in front of famous Spice Market's main gate - next to New Mosque.

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    Pickup

    • Everyone meets at the start point

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking

    Cancellation and refunds

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

    If you cancelRefund
    At least 1 days before100%
    Between 0 and 1 days before0%
    • Cancelled and fully refunded if the weather makes it unsafe
    • Cancelled and fully refunded if too few travellers book
    Supplied by
    SGA Travel
    Product code
    225720P1

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