Istanbul food tour at a glance
One well-described food tour in the old city is a small-group, all-day tour. It starts at the Spice Bazaar with a Turkish breakfast on the European side, crosses the water by ferry and ends with tastings in Kadıköy on the Asian side. Food, tastings, water, public transport and a licensed English-speaking guide are part of the price.
The Grand Bazaar is not a stop on this route. If you want both, plan the bazaar for another part of the day or another day. It is open Monday to Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. and closed on Sundays and religious holidays. Prices on this page are 2026 prices in US dollars.
Our picks: Istanbul food tours
Our take: the two-continent tour has the most tastings and drinks for a full day. The ferry tour starts at the Spice Bazaar, and the four-hour walk between the two markets is the budget option.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in euros (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Food tour on two continents with 20+ tastings
- 20+ tastings at eight stops
- Selected drinks
- Ferry both ways
Breakfast and lunch tastings from Sirkeci to Kadıköy and Moda, with the ferry across the Bosphorus.
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Food tour with the Spice Bazaar and a ferry ride
- Licensed food guide
- 20 tastings and five drinks
- Ferries Europe to Asia
Starts around Eminönü and the Spice Bazaar, then crosses to Kadıköy and Karaköy.
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Old City food walk from the Spice Bazaar to the Grand Bazaar
- Local guide
- Lokum, spice and tea tastings
- Digital guide
Four hours between the two markets with tastings at the Spice Bazaar. Extra food is only part of the food-included option.
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Guided tastings in the old city, with the Spice Bazaar and ferry rides, with live prices and availability.
How the all-day food tour runs
Three stages on one ticket.
Spice Bazaar and breakfast
You start on the European side at the Spice Bazaar in Eminönü. Breakfast and the first tastings happen here. Tea, nuts, spices and sweets are the typical goods on sale. Our Spice Bazaar guide has hours and what to buy.
The ferry across
The tour crosses between Europe and Asia by ferry, and the fare is included. For boat trips on the Bosphorus itself, see Bosphorus cruises and more Istanbul excursions.
Tastings in Kadıköy
The second half of the day is on the Asian side, with tastings in Kadıköy. Start times are 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. every day, and the tour takes about 5.5 hours.
Food tour examples compared
Adult prices per person in 2026. All three are products of the same provider.
| Tour | Length | Departures | Price | Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All-day food tour | About 5.5 hours | Daily at 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. | $135 | Spice Bazaar, ferry, Kadıköy |
| Kadıköy Street Food | About 3 hours | Tuesday to Saturday, 6 p.m. | $89 | Kadıköy |
| Taksim Evening Food | About 3 hours | Tuesday to Saturday, 6 p.m. | $89 | Taksim |
The two 3-hour routes are evening tours outside the old city and do not include the bazaars. For most first-time visitors with a free morning, the all-day tour is the better fit because it covers the Spice Bazaar, the ferry and two continents in one outing. The evening tours suit people who are busy during the day.
Combine food with the Grand Bazaar
The bazaar has tea and sweets of its own, but the big tasting routes run elsewhere.
Food is part of a bazaar visit, even if the tour route does not enter the Grand Bazaar. Tea is on sale in the Grand Bazaar, while spices, tea blends, nuts, sweets and lokum are especially associated with the Spice Bazaar. They make easy gifts, and the shopping guide explains what else is on sale.
A simple plan is a food tour on one day and the bazaar on another. A first round through the Grand Bazaar takes about 1 to 2 hours, longer if you shop. Check the opening hours first: the food tour runs daily, but the Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays. If you want a guide for the bazaar itself, compare the Grand Bazaar tours.
What to check before you book
Small points that change the day.
Diet and allergies
The provider does not promise a vegetarian or vegan option at every stop. Check your needs and tell the provider before you choose a tour.
Group size
Regular tours take up to 10 guests, so groups stay small.
What the price covers
Food, tastings and drinks, water, public transport and the guide are included in the all-day tour. Check the booking page for children, cancellation terms and the exact start point of your chosen departure.
Time of day
Departures run from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. The Spice Bazaar is open seven days a week, with hours generally 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. (some shops keep 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.), so check the current hours if you plan to shop there before or after the tour.
Plan the rest of your trip
Other pages for the same visit.
Istanbul food tours: frequently asked questions
How long is an Istanbul food tour?
The all-day tour takes about 5.5 hours. The evening street food tours in Kadıköy and Taksim take about 3 hours each.
How much does a food tour in Istanbul cost?
The all-day tour is $135 per person in 2026, with food, tastings, water, public transport and a licensed English-speaking guide. The 3-hour evening tours are $89 per person.
Does the food tour go through the Grand Bazaar?
No. The route covers the Spice Bazaar, the ferry and Kadıköy. Visit the Grand Bazaar on its own, Monday to Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
What time do the tours start?
The all-day tour leaves daily at 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. The Kadıköy and Taksim evening tours leave at 6 p.m., Tuesday to Saturday.
Is the ferry ticket included?
Yes. Public transport is part of the all-day price, and the route crosses between Europe and Asia by ferry.
Is the site official?
No. This is an independent travel guide with no link to the Grand Bazaar administration, the tradespeople's association, the municipality or any tour provider.