Join Our In-Depth Cultural Tour of Historical Landmarks

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Embark on a 6-hour guided cultural tour exploring the rich history of the Armenian and Greek heritage. Visit key landmarks and enjoy a break with local cuisine. Perfect for history enthusiasts!

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Informations détaillées sur Bağlarbaşı & İcadiye & Kuzguncuk Tour

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Walk through centuries of coexistence as you explore Armenian, Greek, Jewish, and Muslim heritage neighborhoods.

Discover hidden religious landmarks including churches, synagogues, cemeteries, and historic schools.

Learn untold stories of Istanbul such as the 6–7 September events and neighborhood memory.

Explore Kuzguncuk’s unique urban fabric where a mosque, church, and synagogue share the same courtyard.

Join a tour led by an archaeologist & licensed guide for deep historical and cultural insight.

Aperçu

Looking to understand Istanbul beyond monuments and postcards? This Üsküdar & Kuzguncuk cultural walking tour offers a rare opportunity to explore the layered social, religious, and architectural history of the city’s Asian side. Starting in Üsküdar and ending in Kuzguncuk, the tour focuses on everyday life, minority communities, and shared spaces that shaped Istanbul’s identity. Led by an expert archaeologist and professional tourist guide, you’ll visit historic neighborhoods, sacred sites, and residential areas while hearing powerful stories of coexistence, migration, and memory. This experience is part of our carefully curated Tours collection and is ideal for travelers seeking depth, context, and meaningful cultural encounters.

Comprend

✔ Professional guiding service

✔ Licensed archaeologist & tourist guide

✔ Audio guide system with sterilized headphones

✔ Church donations

❌ Lunch and personal expenses

Point de rencontre

Meeting Point:
The meeting point is at Altunizade Marmara University Theology Mosque, next to the Kitap Kahve Cafe.

Durée

6 hours

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Tour Highlights:
- Visit to the Armenian and Greek cemeteries in Bağlarbaşı
- Exploration of the Old Tram Garage
- Insight into Armenian and Greek educational structures
- Visit to Profiti İlya Greek Orthodox Church and Surp Garabet Armenian Church
- Discussion on the events of September 6-7
- Lunch break at Fıstıkağacı
- Tour of Kuzguncuk, including Bet Nissim Synagogue (exterior view)
- Visit to Aya Panteleymon and Aya Yorgi Greek Orthodox Church (exterior view)
- Conversations about the remaining vestibules and the history of Surp Krikor Lusoroviç Church.

Notes Importantes

• Some buildings may only be viewed from the outside due to private events or special circumstances.

• This is a walking tour; comfortable shoes are strongly recommended.

• The tour includes a lunch break with free time, but meals are not included.

• Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes early.

• Photography is allowed; however, respect local rules at religious sites.

Annulation flexible

Remboursement complet en cas d'annulation anticipée

Annulation gratuite jusqu'à 24 heures avant la visite

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The tour lasts for 6 hours, providing ample time to explore the rich history and culture of the locations visited.