Culinary Backstreets of the Bazaar Quarter




Culinary Backstreets of the Bazaar Quarter
Experience Details
Discover the hidden culinary gems of Istanbul's Grand Bazaar district on this full-day tour. Begin in a historic courtyard, enjoying tea and pastries before exploring the vibrant streets filled with traditional craftsmen and local eateries. Experience a rooftop breakfast of menemen with local merchants, followed by a visit to a renowned doner spot in an old mosque kiosk. Enjoy homestyle meals at a woman-run esnaf lokantasi, featuring seasonal specialties rooted in southern Turkey's Taurus Mountains. As you navigate the backstreets, meet skilled artisans in Ottoman-era hans and savor freshly baked flatbread. Taste authentic kokoreç from a top vendor and conclude your journey at a sweets shop famous for its milk-soaked cake. This tour offers a unique perspective on the diverse flavors and rich history of Istanbul’s Bazaar Quarter.
What You Get
Good To Know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Minimum of 18 years old for Alcoholic Beverages
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What You’ll Experience
Grand Bazaar
Meeting & Pickup
Erenler Nargile Çorlulu Ali Paşa Medresesi, Yeniçeriler Caddesi, Fatih İstanbul, Türkiye, TR, 34120
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Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.
Just a wonderful informative and enjoyable day Thank you
We had the most amazing day exploring Istanbul sampling delicious local foods & learning about Turkish culture & traditions with our fabulous guide Gonca. She was an amazing storyteller sharing he...read more
An amazing experience of tasting and experiencing various cultures and flavours. Our guide Esen was truly amazing full of knowledge and so willing to share her enthusiasm and endless love of good ...read more




Amazing tour. Gdyuy was a phenomenal guide. Best food ever
This was a great tour. The guide was so knowledgeable and shared so much. There was so much to taste while we explored. It was a great ice breaker to Istanbul. I highly recommend.



