Ready to taste the best food in Istanbul? Satisfy your cravings for local food and culture with highlights along the way, together with a foodie host. Enjoy 10 delicious and typical tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Istanbul.
Kadikoy is the place to be! Explore one of the hippest neighborhoods in Istanbul and discover it bite by bite. Go to up & coming places and try one of the best Turkish dürüm kebap (wraps), street food in a hipster little pop-up restaurant, and a nice beer or cocktail in a local hip bar.
Want to see the best of Istanbul? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Istanbul!
Go off the beaten path on a journey full of hidden gems! Escape from the hustle and bustle of the city and discover tranquil green spaces, local neighborhoods with a lively atmosphere, and a bazaar filled with interesting handicrafts, Turkish products, and textiles.
Explore Topkapi Palace & Surroundings with a Local
1802 reviews
3 hours | skip the line tours | Istanbul
A quick visit to the Topkapi Palace is not enough. There are other spots worth checking out outside this attraction, and your local host knows exactly where. Combine your visit to the Topkapi Palace with a touch of hidden gems and an easy access to this famous attraction, and you are set for a good time!
One of the most charming cities in the world, Istanbul offers its visitors a perfect blend of Eastern and Western culture. Take in all the must-see sights and local favorite spots of the city with a private half day Istanbul tour. You’ll be guided by the friendly local host of your choice on an itinerary that’s tailored to show you the essence of Istanbul! Take The Best of Istanbul: Half Day Tour to see a lot of the city’s main sights in just half a day. A local insider will take you to a number of the city’s highlights and hidden gems. You’ll get to see the famous Blue Mosque as well as the lesser-known Galata Mevlevi House. Your host will share interesting stories and facts about every spot they take you to. This private half day tour in Istanbul gives you a chance to immerse yourself in local culture without missing out on all the famous landmarks. Want to indulge in some scrumptious local cuisine? With Istanbul’s Authentic Flavors: the 10 Tastings tour, your local foodie host will guide you on a food journey to taste some traditional Turkish treats. You’ll get a chance to immese yourself into Istanbul’s eclectic food scene, tasting everything from Turkish cheese to pickles and pide (Turkish pizza). Bring your appetite to this Istanbul half day tour and get ready to leave with some mouth watering food memories! If you’d like your tour itinerary to be a little more tailored to your tastes, just ask your friendly local host. They’ll create a unique half day tour in Istanbul just for you!
What other travelers love about our local experts
Shannon
About local
2 June 2025
Fantastic tour!
Dilek is an amazing guide. She took us to several amazing spots on the Asian side of Istanbul. Dilek accommodated our special requests and also took us to spots to find some unusual foods. We made some spur of the moment stops which she was totally fine with. I can’t recommend Dilek enough. Tasting our way through her neighborhood is exactly the kind of authentic experience we hoped to have.
The 10 Tastings of Istanbul
Graeme
About local
1 June 2025
The highlight of our holiday.
Kadir treated us to an informative, personal, engaging and thoroughly enjoyable tour of Jewish Istanbul. His knowledge was exemplary and his personable nature put us at ease from the moment we met. We would highly recommend him.
Istanbul’s Jewish Heritage: A Private Tour
MARK
About local
1 June 2025
Kemal and Istanbul - a good match
We had the pleasure of experiencing the 10 tastings tour with Kemal. He was very flexible in the meeting place, which made the tour start on a very good note. We traveled on the subway (2nd oldest I understand in the world) and enjoyed several stops, including coffee of course and quince dessert and wonderful wine stop. He gave excellent advice on shopping along the way itself and made us feel safe the entire tour through the busy streets. Would recommend indeed for future tours...
The 10 Tastings of Istanbul
Karen
About local
1 June 2025
Extremely informative
Nihal was well versed in the history and gave us so much information. It totally enhanced our experience in Istanbul. She was obviously passionate about her city and infused us with her passion. She was also so personable and related with each of us on an individual level. I just can’t come up with enough to express our appreciation for such an incredible experience.
