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.
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.
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!
Explore Topkapi Palace & Surroundings with a Local
1563 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
Jesse
About local
20 April 2025
Delayed Review!
All in all, we had an amazing tour in Turkey with Emre! We’ve been telling everyone it was the highlight of our trip, an unforgettable mix of history and incredible food. We learned so much about the culture of Istanbul and Turkey. We’d highly recommend this tour, and we can’t wait to come back and do another one with Emre!
The 10 Tastings of Istanbul
Lisa
About local
19 April 2025
You will not regret booking with Emre!
Our tour of Topkapi Palace was the highlight of our four day stay in Istanbul in April, 2025. Emre's passion, knowledge and experience of the palace was immediately evident from the moment we met him. He was friendly, funny and so patient with all of our questions. He helped us to skip in front of large groups while in the palace, found spots to keep us mostly out of the rain and wind (it was raining all day) and constantly checked in with us to see if we wanted to visit certain aspect of the palace or skip them. This was an outstanding experience and we learned so much. He even gave us restaurant and book recommendations to supplement our Turkish experience. We absolutely adore him and you should not hesitate to book any tour with Emre.
Explore Topkapi Palace & Surroundings with a Local
Brooke
About local
11 April 2025
Great tour
We had a great afternoon with Ayfer. She was very knowledgeable and introduced us to some lovely places we would have never found on our own. She gave us some great tips for places to eat and see. She was very patient with our younger children. We would highly recommend this tour with Ayfer. It was a great way to see the main attractions of Istanbul.
Highlights & Hidden Gems of Istanbul
Pete
About local
6 April 2025
Alternative Istanbul
We loved our tour with with Alp. It was just what we wanted. He knows so much about the street art and the history of the district.
If you are interested in street art I recommend Alp wholeheartedly.
Alternative Istanbul: Street Art Tour on the Asian Side
