Karaköy to İstiklal – Guided Walking Tour with Turkish Bites

• Begin your journey in Karaköy with a professional local guide

• Walk through colorful Umbrella Street and visit the atmospheric Underground Mosque

• Sample Turkish tea and stuffed flatbread with cheese — a savory local favorite

• Taste iconic fish wrap with a bold and spicy sauce by the Bosphorus

• Ride the world’s second oldest subway (Funicular) to reach Istiklal Street

• Take a photo stop at Galata Tower and stroll through Beyoğlu’s culinary backstreets

• Indulge in quince dessert at Sakarya Tatlıcısı and finish with authentic Turkish coffee

Experience Istanbul through its flavors and stories on this guided Karaköy to İstiklal Food & Culture Walk. You’ll start near the Karaköy tram station, wander through backstreets full of life, try Turkish tea and street food, and discover historical and culinary landmarks. This half-day adventure includes a scenic funicular ride, a Galata Tower photo stop, and ends with dessert and Turkish coffee on the legendary Istiklal Street. Part of our delicious All Tours collection.

✔️ Food tastings at multiple stops (tea, flatbread, fish wrap, dessert, coffee)

✔️ Professional English-speaking tour guide

❌ Personal expenses

❌ Tips and gratuities

İETT Karaköy Durağı (Karaköy Tram Station) next to Galata Bridge. Müeyyetzade, İETT Karaköy Durağı No:57, 34425 Beyoğlu/İstanbul

Approximately 3.5 – 4 hours

Meet your guide at the lively Karaköy tram stop and step into a route full of color, taste, and culture. Your first stop is the cheerful Umbrella Street, followed by a moment of quiet at the Underground Mosque.

Savor a cup of Turkish tea and cheese-stuffed flatbread before trying a bold and flavorful fish wrap. Then hop on the historic funicular train — the second oldest subway in the world — to reach the artistic spirit of İstiklal.

Capture a moment at the Galata Tower, then indulge in a quince dessert at Sakarya Tatlıcısı, before ending your day with rich Turkish coffee in a timeless setting.

Optional bites like stuffed bulgur meatballs and wet burgers may be available — just ask your guide!

This is a walking tour and does not include hotel transfers.

The experience begins at Karaköy Tram Station and ends near Galatasaray on İstiklal Street. Directions will be provided.

• Tour includes walking — wear comfortable shoes

• Street food is included in the price, but extra items can be purchased on the way

• Vegetarian options are limited — please inform us in advance

• Suitable for ages 8+

• Operates in all weather conditions