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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
If you want a richer, deeper, and more unique experience of the character, authenticity and traditions of this multi-civilizational city, then a guided walking tour of the Fener and Balat areas in the old city is for you. You will see churches, synagogues and mosques side by side and see impressive sights of religious co-existence dating back centuries ago. Our qualified and licenced tour guides can guide you, as part of a customised tour suited to your wants and needs, through the subtle magic of the narrow, steep and winding streets, detailing their history and present day significance whilst sharing their personal insight.
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This tour starts when we pick you up from your hotel or the port. We can also arrange airport pickups, please contact us if you want to consider this option.
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Kılıçali Paşa Mah. Meclis-i Mebusan Cad. No: 8 İç Kapı No: 102, Kılıçali Paşa, 34433 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Turkey
Ayvansaray, Kuytu Sk., 34087 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkije This Greek Orthodox church is hugely important to the followers of this denomination of Christianity. Its current form was constructed in 1867 but the site has housed previous buildings of Christian worship. It holds significance for being the only church in the world to celebrate Mass on Fridays. This building, protected by an outer wall, is discreet and easily missed by unguided tourists and even locals. 30 minutes
Surp Hresdagabet Kilisesi, Istanbul, Turkiye Gregorian Armenian Church. 20 minutes
Ferruh Kethuda Camii, Istanbul, Turkiye The mosque of Mimar Sinan who is the most famous architect of the Ottoman period...The mosque is under construction, so we will be seeing it from the outside. 15 minutes
Ahrida Synagogue, Istanbul, Turkiye One of the oldest synagogue in Istanbul which is built by the Macedonian Jews who came from Ohri. For security reasons, the synagogue can only be visited with a special permission. 15 minutes
Fener & Balat, Istanbul, Turkiye The authentic backstreets of the neighborhood... We will be observing Fener & Balat districts' vintage soul by heart. 45 minutes
Bulgarian Orthodox Church, Istanbul, Turkey a.k.a. Bulgarian Iron Church. Richly ornamented neo-gothic style church is famous for being made of prefabricated cast iron elements. 30 minutes
Balat Mh. Vodina Cd, Balat, Sancaktar Ykş. No:6, 34087 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye Moldavian Prince Dimitrie Cantemir who made great contributions to classical Turkish music in the Ottoman period was living in this house and now it's open again as a museum. 20 minutes
Fener Rum Ortodoks Patrikhanesi Kutuphanesi, Istanbul, Turkey The Principal Eastern Orthodox Cathedral still in use. Fener Greek Orthodox College will be seen during the tour. 30 minutes
Walls of Constantinople (Istanbul City Walls), Istanbul, Turkey Byzantine City Walls
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
smay21t
20 Feb 2020
I loved the Balat neighborhood, it is absolutely stunning. We had an amazing tour with our guide who has wide knowledge about the history of the area. Worth to experience this side of Istanbul with its local people.
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