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.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: SGA Travel

Ages: Adults (12–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Included: Snacks
Included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Misir Carsisi

30 min

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

30 min

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

one hour

You will walk around Karakoy neighbourhood to try couple of local specialities such as Cig Kofte, cay (Turkish tea), borek (pastry) and baklava.
Stop 4

one hour

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'
Istiklal Caddesi

one hour

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.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

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

End point

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
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Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.