Galata & Sultanahmet Walking Tour with Turkish Food Experience – Free Tour Istanbul
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Duration
daily
Max Group Size
30
Departure Type
Scheduled
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
relax
Operated In
English
Age Requirement
12 - 99 Ages
About this tour
Explore the historic heart of Istanbul with our Galata & Sultanahmet Walking Tour, a unique journey combining culture, history, and authentic Turkish cuisine. Discover the iconic districts of Galata and Old Istanbul (Sultanahmet), famous for their stunning architecture, mosques, churches, historic cafés, art galleries, and lounge restaurants. Taste traditional Turkish street food, desserts, and local delicacies while immersing yourself in the city’s rich heritage. This tour is perfect for history lovers, food enthusiasts, and anyone looking to experience Istanbul like a local.
Route
- 1SultanahmetEuropeTurkeyIstanbulFatihStart
- 2GalataEuropeTurkeyIstanbulGalata Tower
- 3KarakoyEuropeTurkeyIstanbul
- 4EminonuEuropeTurkeyIstanbulFatih
- 5SultanahmetEuropeTurkeyIstanbulFatihEnd
What makes this tour special
Itinerary
The tour begins at Galata Tower, where we start our walk through the Karakoy District towards Galata Bridge, enjoying breathtaking views of the Bosphorus along the way. From Eminönü, we visit the Spice Bazaar and the Grand Bazaar, exploring the vibrant shops and local atmosphere.
We then arrive at Old Istanbul (Sultanahmet), the most historic area of the city, which has served as the capital of multiple dynasties. Here, we explore iconic landmarks, historic streets, and cultural sites. The tour concludes at Corlulu Ali Pasa Madrasah, where you can reflect on the rich history of the area.
During the tour, we will stop to taste authentic Turkish cuisine, street food, desserts, and enjoy drinks at traditional cafés. The total walking distance is approximately 4.5–5 km. This is a tip-based free tour, and trying all the foods on our tasting list will cost around €15.
We hope your tour will be a memorable one, and we look forward to seeing you again on another TravelShop Booking Tour. Have a safe trip back home, and thank you for choosing TravelShop Booking.
Trip includes
Included
Professional English-speaking tour guides
Guiding Method
Fully guided
EnglishOur Sultanahmet meeting walk ends with Sultanahmet Nuruosmaniye, Eminonu, Sirkeci, Sultanahmet. (Walking Tour)
Guided Discovering Galata & Sultanahmet and Turkish Food
Excluded
International or Domestic flights
Lunch
All types
Personal expenses: extras at hotel or additional meals
Tipping: Tips for guides and drivers
City Tax
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Reviews
Visiting Galata and Sultanahmet while sampling traditional Turkish food was the highlight of our stay. Everything was well organized.
We explored beautiful streets, learned a lot about the city's history, and tasted authentic Turkish dishes. Highly recommended.
A great combination of sightseeing and local food. The guide was passionate, the atmosphere was relaxed, and we discovered places we would have missed on our ow...
The guide was friendly and knowledgeable, and the food stops were delicious. A fantastic way to experience Istanbul's history and local flavors.
The walking pace was comfortable, and every food stop was worth it. The guide shared interesting stories that made the tour even better.
Make this journey exclusively yours
By design, this is a group tour. You can however request a private, customized version of this tour for yourself or your private group of people. Private departures are usually more expensive, but come with these benefits:
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Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
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