Istanbul: Authentic Turkish Food Night and Rooftop Tour
Description
Experience Istanbul’s charm with a rooftop evening and authentic Turkish dinner! Start your night by tasting local flavors, then relax on a beautiful rooftop terrace with breathtaking city views. Finally, savor a delicious meal at a 140-years-old family-owned restaurant, where traditional recipes bring history to life. Enjoy an amazing view of Istanbul at a rooftop, discover some hidden spots of the old city, visit a historic restaurant with a variety of unlimited Turkish food, meet with locals & explore Istanbul as a local! This is a fun tour to explore the local part of the city with an experienced team. Make sure you come hungry :) ✔ Try Street Foods ✔ Stunning Rooftop Views ✔ Authentic Turkish Dining ✔ A Unique Local Experience ✔ Meet People from All Over the World It is an all included tour, you will not pay any extras. Book now for an unforgettable Istanbul night!
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Itinerary
- We will meet at 6:30 PM in old city of Istanbul, in front of Sirkeci Tram Station/Orient Express. - We will show you some hidden spots in old Istanbul. - We will try a very local street food and high quality Turkish delights. - Our private van will pick up us, we will get away from the touristic spot to an amazing rooftop.
- We will enjoy the beautiful Istanbul view at a rooftop and drink some tea, coffee and salep. - We will have additional time for taking photos in the perfect Istanbul view.
- After having our drink, we will have our private transfer and we will go to a restaurant which is almost 130 years old! - You will have a chance to try more than 10 different Turkish food including starter mezes, kebabs, deserts and soft drinks. - Dinner will be followed by dessert and we will do the closing with Turkish coffee :) - After our local dinner, we will drop you to a close place to your hotel by our private transfer.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(8)
Food tour did not go ahead. No contact from the operator until I contacted them at the start time of the tour asking whether the tour was still happening. Tour operator said tour wasn’t going ahead and they could not contact me. They did offer full refund which I received promptly. It would have been nice to know they were not running the tour as I had booked it weeks in advance. Having it cancelled at the last moment prevented me from booking an alternative tour
This food tour was such a rich experience and a great way to learn about delicious Turkish dishes!!! Our guide, Sule, was extremely knowledgeable and very friendly! I would love to do this tour again one day!!!!! Outstanding!
Honestly this was one of the best experiences we had in Istanbul. Şule is amazing. From the start she treated us like friends, not just another tour group. She actually told us to call her anytime we need anything in Istanbul, which was so sweet. The food was incredible but what really made it special was Şule herself. She knows so much about Turkish food and history but she's not boring about it at all. She's funny and really passionate about everything she's sharing. We went to some hidden spots I never would have found on my own and some famous places too. I don't usually write reviews but I had to for this one. If you're in Istanbul and want to actually understand the food culture and eat a ton of delicious stuff, just book it. You won't regret it.
I frequently book food tours to gain a better understanding of the culture of the country I’m visiting, and this tour exceeded all expectations. Şüle, our guide, was a pleasure to be around, clearly sharing my love for food (and pets). She is incredibly kind and very passionate about showing her favorite food and drink spots. We first stopped at a street food shop for food that I would never thought of ordering, nor would I have ever stumbled upon the shop to begin with. We then went to a rooftop restaurant with a GORGEOUS view of Süleymaniye Mosque where we had coffee. We then went to another restaurant I would not have stumbled upon on my own where we had awesome local dishes and had more than enough food for seconds. I would highly recommend this tour for everyone interested in local cuisine :)
The host never turn off and we waited at the meeting point over 1 hour. We rang them and they still never turn off We probaly never use them ever again unless we get a full refund and apoliogy.
Joining Alara’s food tour was one of the highlights of our trip to Istanbul! From the start, she made us feel welcome, guiding us through hidden gems that tourists often miss. Experiencing the city’s cuisine from a local perspective rather than just the well-known spots made all the difference. Every stop on the tour was thoughtfully selected, offering authentic flavors. The kebab we had for dinner was hands-down the best we tasted during our entire stay—so flavorful! Beyond the food, Alara herself was a fantastic host—knowledgeable, warm, and full of great recommendations. The places she suggested for the following day ended up being some of our favorites! If you’re looking to experience Istanbul like a local, this tour is a must! Highly recommended!
It was a perfect evening!! 🤩 From start to finish, this tour exceeded our expectations. We indulged in delicious Turkish street foods and dined in a historic restaurant that oozed charm. The rooftop setting offered stunning views of Istanbul's skyline, creating a magical ambiance. Our guide's passion for Turkish food and culture was evident, making the night both educational and enjoyable. Don't miss this experience when in Istanbul!
Sule was amazing. Really nice food tour we saw the insights of turkiye and we made a new freind in Turkey!!! She was 10/10 Food was great and highlight was Sule and the crew.
