Home Cooked Istanbul

Try Turkish life with a family meal and an evening mingling with locals at some of their favorite haunts on this Istanbul food tour. 

About the trip

Book tickets for this unique experience! An expert local guide will meet you at the meeting point, from which you'll wander through the streets of historical Sultanahmet on route to meet a local family. Turkish people’s sense of hospitality is world famous and on this Istanbul tour you'll have the opportunity to experience it firsthand. There is a little English spoken in the household but your bilingual guide will be there to help translate - all part of the authentic local experience! Sharing a meal with a local family is a great privilege and an opportunity to get real insight into local family life. At the end of the adventure you are free to return to your hotel or continue your own personal exploration of Istanbul. Your guide will be able to suggest some more local hidden gems for you to explore! 

Why buy online tickets?

• It's fast, easy and you get the best price
• Your spot is guaranteed, experience a hassle free trip
• You will receive your voucher by e-mail, the printed voucher will grant access

The walking tour is including 

• Local & experienced English speaking guide
• Enjoy a meal with a local family in Istanbul and learn about the cultural customs
• Take a stroll through Sultanahmet
• Learn the secrets of the locals' favorite games and pastimes
• Enjoy the national beverage in a teahouse
• Try a Turkish water pipe
• Chat informally with locals and learn what it is like to live in this modern city

Important information

• Duration: approx. 3,5 hours
• Departure: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday at 6:00 PM
• Season: all year, except a few dates which are blocked in our booking calendar for your convenience
• Maximum participants per guide: about 12
• Child ticket: this is a child friendly tour, kids between 6-11 years pay a child fee and kids from 0-5 years can come along for free
• Meeting point: Pudding Shop Lale Restaurant, Divanyolu Caddesi, Sultanahmet.

Please contact us when you have questions. We are more than willing to help you!