Fener & Balat Walking Tour in Istanbul with Turkish Coffee

Explore neighborhoods shaped by Greek, Armenian, Jewish and Bulgarian heritage on a shared guided walk. Discover another side of Istanbul through its religious landmarks and residential streets. Pause for a coffee break along the way; coffee and other drinks are not included.

Itinerary

1. Meet your guide at 09:30 for your 2-hour walking tour. Look for a flag with the "Tourmania" logo.
2. Explore Balat Neighborhood Muhtarligi on a guided walk and stop for photos.
3. Discover the Coloured Houses of Balat and pause for photos.
4. Continue to Renkli Merdivenler for sightseeing and photos.
5. Pass by the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church.
6. Pass by Ahrida Synagogue.
7. Walk to Saint Stephen’s Orthodox Church for a guided stop and photos.
8. Stop for photos at the colorful umbrellas.
9. Explore Fener on foot with your guide and pause for photos.
10. Continue to the Private Fener Greek High School for sightseeing and photos.
11. Stop at Dimitrie Cantemir Museum Cafe for photos and a coffee break.
12. Discover Saint George's Church and the Ecumenical Patriarchate with your guide and stop for photos.
13. Finish at Balat Merkez Şekercisi at 11:30.

What's Included

• English-speaking guide

Important details

• All ages are welcome
• Requires considerable walking and climbing stairs
• Not recommended if you have a serious medical condition
• Cover your shoulders and knees when visiting active places of worship. Women are required to wear a headscarf
• Remove your shoes before entering prayer areas, behave respectfully and keep noise to a minimum
• Arrive 15 minutes before departure