Istanbul: Taksim District Half-Day Walking Tour

Explore the Istiklal Street! Istiklal is famous for its authentic spirit, and historic sites. See the varied architectural styles ranging from late Ottoman to Modern constructions.

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Duration 4.0 hour

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Details on this Activity

Itinerary

Your tour will begin in Taksim Square, the heart of Istanbul and home to one of the oldest metro lines in the world—Marvel at the grand hotels and historic monuments. You will then continue to Istiklal Street, an elegant and vibrant pedestrian zone, filled with shops, cafes and historic buildings. See the grand European embassies, churches and mosques on this nearly two-mile avenue. With your guide, explore some of the small side streets filled with bookstores, galleries and pubs. Sit down at one of the many cafés and enjoy a traditional Turkish coffee. The Beyoğlu District Walking Tour will ensure you learn about Istanbul's European influence while giving you a chance to explore one of the cities most beautiful districts

Highlights

Stroll down Istiklal Street, one of the grandest in Istanbul
See many of the historic and spectacular consulates
Enjoy a Turkish coffee while taking in the vibrant street life
Admire the St. Anthony of Padua Church and learn about its Italian heritage
See a high school founded in 1481

Includes

English-speaking guide Entrance fees Hotel pickup

Reviews from other travelers

Julia - United Kingdom

5 /5

(Written on 2024-06-08)

The walking tour was everything we had hoped for - discovering the history of various buildings and roads we would not have walked down. Our guide Tuncer was clever and knowledgeable and we were delig (Read More)hted with his service.

Kim - United States

5 /5

(Written on 2024-07-20)

My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed this tour! Our guide, Tuncer, is passionate and knowledgable about his country’s history and culture. His comical and energetic disposition made what was an extrem (Read More)ely hot day an enjoyable experience. I hope that one day he will consider being a history teacher because he would absolutely keep his students engaged.

Franziska - Germany

5 /5

(Written on 2023-10-24)

He was a very competent and knowledgeable guide. He was very knowledgeable about the history of Istanbul and the individual districts of the city. Despite my walking disability, we were able to comple (Read More)te the tour to the end because he adjusted the pace accordingly. It was very interesting for both of us. I can only recommend the tour.

GetYourGuide traveler

5 /5

(Written on 2021-06-08)

constantin - Romania

5 /5

(Written on 2018-10-16)

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