Istanbul
Simit from the cart, fish sandwiches off the boats, baklava judged seriously and two continents of dinner. The guided crawls cross the water because the Asian side eats differently.
Explore Istanbul's culinary scene on a guided tour across both European and Asian sides, tasting authentic dishes, markets, and local favorites for a memorable foodie experience.
Most Popular“Murat was a wonderful guide. Very informative and thorough. He took us through the sites at a comfortable pace and was very patient with questions. Highly recommended!”
Discover Istanbul's flavors on this guided food tour, featuring ferry rides, tastings from local markets, and panoramic views across two continents.
“Binnur was an amazing guide! From the start, she started to explain to us food and culture in Turkey. Even though the tour was around 6 hours the time flew. She showed us many sights and had us tasting many foods while walking through a…”
Discover Istanbul’s flavors and views on a 3-hour Turkish food night tour, including street eats, a historic rooftop dinner, and local company.
“Alara was the perfect guide! Top noch guide that we all recomend and a five star person. We all give the night with Alara ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Ask for her as your guide!”
Experience authentic Turkish cuisine with stunning rooftop views in Istanbul. Join a 3-hour food tour for delicious dishes, local insights, and great company.
“Our guide, Suli, was extremely passionate about her job and truly brought the experience to life. She took us to several insider spots we never would have found on our own. We started with street food and the off to a beautiful rooftop view overlooking…”
Discover Istanbul's flavors and culture on a guided tour crossing both continents, sampling authentic foods, visiting markets, and enjoying stunning views.
“Salih was an excellent source of information about Turkey and the food. He took us outside of our comfort zone at a couple of stops, which was perfect. He accommodated our request for a bar stop and some vegetarian options. The food was great (and…”
Discover Istanbul’s best flavors on this private 3-hour food tour. Taste 10 local bites, explore historic markets, and enjoy personalized culinary insights.
“Kamal brought us to unique places. It was excellent All good. Pickles and mussels were great. Would definitely recommend”
Discover Istanbul’s culinary and cultural gems with a 3.5-hour guided food tour through Beyoglu, sampling local mezes, kebabs, baklava, and more.
“This is one of the best tours we have experienced! It’s very unique! Our guide, Tolga, was extremely knowledgeable, patient, and kind. He introduced us to areas and excellent restaurants that we would not have tried on our own. He went out of his way…”
Discover Istanbul’s vibrant Kadikoy district on this 4-hour small-group food tour. Savor local delicacies, enjoy storytelling, and explore authentic neighborhoods.
“Fantastic experience, good number of dishes from a varety of regions. Melis explaination of how dishes were made was informative and stories about the different customs and history of the regions very interesting. Also excellent orientation to the Asian side of Istanbul.”
Discover Istanbul’s authentic flavors on a 5-hour small-group food tour crossing the Bosphorus, sampling local market bites, kebabs, and Turkish desserts.
“Our tour guide led us into the best neighborhoods where the locals meet up and dine. He took us to wonderful restaurants for delicious tastings. We ate foods we had not eaten before and found it to be much to our liking. I would highly…”
Discover Istanbul's culinary secrets on this private, customizable food tour. Experience local markets, authentic dishes, and cultural insights with expert guides.
“We booked a food tour with Private Istanbul Walking Tours for our first full day in Istanbul and enjoyed it so much that we ended up booking another tour two days later! Our guide, Furkan, was fantastic. We learned so much about the food and…”
Explore Istanbul’s vibrant food scene across European and Asian sides with this small-group guided tour, savoring local treats, stunning views, and cultural stories.
“Wonderful tour guide, very knowledgeable with history, picked great food experiences. Took us to Asian side and European side.”
Explore Istanbul’s hidden culinary gems, vibrant markets, and historic sites on this small-group food and history walking tour, perfect for first-timers and food lovers.
“Absolutely fabulous tour! DeeDee was the most wonderful guide and was helpful afterwards (days afterwards ) when we asked her for a breakfast recommendation. 100/10”
Explore Istanbul’s vibrant Asian side with a private 4-hour food tour. Sample authentic dishes, learn local culture, and enjoy an intimate culinary experience.
“Cold day in Istanbul; we were the only people to sign up and had Jeremy to ourselves. He was knowledgeable and super great to talk with while we were walking and eating. He spent extra time with us as we talked about the other foods…”
Discover Istanbul's Asian side with this private food tour featuring 10 tastings, cultural hotspots, and personalized insights—an authentic culinary experience.
“What a wonderful afternoon we had with Sozum. We tried so many Turkish foods and enjoyed the conversation in a relaxed, well paced afternoon. Would definitely recommend this tour as a way to taste a little of Turkiye.”
Explore Istanbul’s vibrant street food scene on a 3.5-hour guided tour through Pera’s hidden passages, local taverns, and flavorful markets.
“We went on the Istanbul Culinary Tour with Erol on 30th April and had a wonderful experience. Not only was the variety of food superb,amazing and delicious but Erol's knowledge of the Turkish history and culture was excellent. It was an intimate and engaging food…”
Two continents, one skyline and tea at every turn.