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Free tour

Istanbul Modern City: Taksim To Galata Tower With Secret Passages

4.92
Excellent(13)
Duration: 2 hours
Languages: English
Guru: TemaTour
Registered on 11 October 2017
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We organize free tip-based tours with a maximum of 6 people, therefore interactive and ensures that you get the best experience of Istanbul in the company of a local expert tour guide.
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

 Experience the lively Taksim district under the knowledgeable eye of your guide. Veer away from the hustle and bustle of Istiklal Avenue to discover the beautiful side streets and historical passages that get missed by tourists and Turks alike. 

This tour takes you into the heart of the modern section of Istanbul to be shown the unmistakable icons as well as the hard-to-find secret spots that make Beyoğlu-Istiklal Street so captivating. 

Beyoğlu (formerly Pera) was the primary neighborhood of the foreign community as well as non-Muslim Ottoman subjects and gradually attained an European look with the arrival of foreign embassies. It is now the city's major entertainment district, full of bars, clubs, cafes, restaurants, and scores of top shopping brands. 

Area is also famous across Istanbul for its outstanding street food but discovering good eateries in a big city is not always easy. Not to worry, as we stroll Istiklal Street, your guide will point out places to get the best local snacks and coffee, as well as show you the main points of interest along the way. 

Our tour is the best way to really quickly get to know the Istanbul's Old European Quarter, that is why we recommend this tour any first time travelers to Istanbul. 

• Discover the secret haunts of locals in Istiklal Street and explore the backstreets and hidden gems. 

• Explore the Pera neighborhood and visit some of the hidden passages and streets including the Flower Passage, Hazzopulo, and Asmali Mescit. 

• Learn about the Galata Tower, pay a visit to St Antuan Church

• See the Taksim district through a local’s eyes 

( This tour is free and tip based, all our guides are professional, licensed and volunteer. You will decide the worth of this tour by your tips are given to your guides. ) 

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Tour information: 

Reservations are required. To confirm your booking we need; 

• Full booking name 
• Valid mobile number

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This activity includes: 

• Licensed Tour Guide

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Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
Gmsuyu Taksim 34437 Beyolustanbul Turkey
We meet in front of Republic Monument (Cumhuriyet Anıtı) which is right at the center of Taksim Square and one minute walk from Taksim metro station
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How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour reviews

4.92
Excellent(13)
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Professionalism
5.00
Fun
4.71
Communication
4.71
Quality
4.86
Route
5.00

Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Cash payment only.
Istanbul Modern City: Taksim To Galata Tower With Secret Passages
Cancellation risk
This guru has cancelled 6 of the last 6 bookings for this tour.
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