Afternoon Foodie Trail in Istanbul
Overview
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.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
- Snacks
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Rüstem Paşa
34116 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Taksim Square
Şehit Muhtar, 34435 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye
What To Expect
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Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Galata Koprusu
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Karakoy Rihtim
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Mandabatmaz
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Istiklal Caddesi
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea.
- Snacks.
- GST (Goods and Services Tax).
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 12..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Afternoon Foodie Trail in Istanbul is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Afternoon Foodie Trail in Istanbul will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
- Snacks
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
