Istanbul
The food tours that eat across two continents: simit carts, fish sandwiches off the boats, baklava judged seriously and dinner on the Asian side because it cooks 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.
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Discover Istanbul's flavors on this guided food tour, featuring ferry rides, tastings from local markets, and panoramic views across two continents.
“Well paced route, great selection of different foods to try. Very welcoming and friendly restaurant staff. Our guide was wonderful, full of local knowledge and answered all kind of questions about food, history and geography. Would highly recommend.”
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.
“Sule was the best guide, welcoming and knowledgeable of Turkish food culture. You are in good hands on this tour.”
Discover Istanbul's flavors and culture on a guided tour crossing both continents, sampling authentic foods, visiting markets, and enjoying stunning views.
“The food tour was banger! The food was delicious, the group was great, and Burak was such a fantastic guide. He knew so much about Istanbul’s culture, history, and food, and made the whole experience top notch. Highly recommend 🙌”
Discover Istanbul’s best flavors on this private 3-hour food tour. Taste 10 local bites, explore historic markets, and enjoy personalized culinary insights.
“Our guide Emre was very friendly & knowledgeable. He had curated the tastings well. We had cheese, turkish delight, turkis coffee, fish, kebabs , ayran all of which was flavorful.”
Discover Istanbul’s culinary and cultural gems with a 3.5-hour guided food tour through Beyoglu, sampling local mezes, kebabs, baklava, and more.
“We had a great time, our host was very friendly and knowledgeable and took us to some great places that we wouldn't have found on our own. Great wsy to spend a few hours in the Taksim area. She also introduced us to the Tunel…”
Discover Istanbul’s vibrant Kadikoy district on this 4-hour small-group food tour. Savor local delicacies, enjoy storytelling, and explore authentic neighborhoods.
“Jeremy was very knowledgeable about the food culture in Istanbul and loved to talk about it. He was a wealth of knowledge and very friendly too.”
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 guide was very thoughtful, knowledgeable and friendly. Be prepared for a wide range of new food experiences!”
Discover Istanbul's culinary secrets on this private, customizable food tour. Experience local markets, authentic dishes, and cultural insights with expert guides.
“We loved our tour guide Furkan. He was so friendly and personable. We enjoyed every spot he took us and all the food he presented to us. I am a vegetarian and the other 3 people in the group weren’t. He went out of his…”
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.
“This guided trip provided not only an abundance of food but a terrific overview of the city and it's many neighborhoods. We enjoyed learning about the food that we were eating, the history behind the food, and the many cultures that came together to create…”
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.
“The history of the food and the different sources of the food. Everywhere we went was interesting and accessible. Well organised and the guides knowledgeable and friendly.”
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.
“If you want to learn about authentic Turkish food, traditions and every day life of locals this tour with Melis is a must do !! Food was amazing, we learned a lot of new things about Turkey and the highlight was definitely the Wine garden…”
Discover Istanbul's Asian side with this private food tour featuring 10 tastings, cultural hotspots, and personalized insights—an authentic culinary experience.
“Emre was amazing! This was more than just a food tour - he shared lots of historical information and fun facts about the areas we were exploring in between restaurants so it was almost like a food tour mixed with a walking city tour. Exceeded…”
Explore Istanbul’s vibrant street food scene on a 3.5-hour guided tour through Pera’s hidden passages, local taverns, and flavorful markets.
“Erol was the best guide, so much knowledge and insight into Istanbul and Turkey’s food culture! A great evening - loads of food, have a light lunch! Cheers Erol top guy. Oliver & Faz”
Two continents, one skyline and tea at every turn.