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Fener and Balat Districts Walking Tour
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Fener and Balat Districts Walking Tour

2 hours
Istanbul
€11.02/person
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Prices for Sat 14 Nov

You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)
  • English-speaking guide

Not included: Hotel pick up and drop off; Meals and beverages; Other personal expenses; Tips and gratuities

Meeting point: Address Balat Merkez Şekercisi Address: Ayvansaray, Leblebiciler Sk. No:33, 34087 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

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Overview

Discover another side of Istanbul in districts steeped in Greek, Armenian, Jewish, and Bulgarian heritage. Wander Fener and Balat, popular for breakfast and coffee, while exploring churches, synagogues, and mosques. Begin your tour in Fener with a visit to a Greek church, primary school, vibrant stairs, the house of Romanian prince Dimitrie Cantemir, the Church of Saint Mary of the Mongols (1266), and Phanar Greek Orthodox College. Then, visit Panagia Paramythia Church before heading to Balat to see the Bulgarian (Iron) Church, timber houses, and the 15th-century Ahrida Synagogue. Finish with a cup of Turkish coffee to complete this rich historical journey.

Highlights

Discover the Lantern and Balat districts, known for their rich history and culture
See the Bulgarian Church, also known as the Iron Church, in the Balat district
Pass by the Church of Saint Mary of the Mongols, built in 1266, in Lantern
Visit the Ahrida Synagogue, one of the oldest synagogues in the city
Enjoy a cup of Turkish coffee to end your walking trip of these historical districts

What's included

English-speaking guide

What's not included

Hotel pick up and drop off
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities

Meeting point

Address Balat Merkez Şekercisi Address: Ayvansaray, Leblebiciler Sk. No:33, 34087 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

Tarihi Fener işkembecisi

Cancellation policy

  • Free cancellation with 24 hours' notice.

Additional info

Please select a tour date
Departure: Meet the operator at your selected meeting point. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. You can choose to depart at the following times: 09:30. Make sure you take part at the time you selected at booking. Look for the guide holding a flag with the "Tourmania" logo. Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded. Please arrive at the location 15 mins before the departure time [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Balat neighborhood Muhtarligi, Photo stop, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Coloured Houses of Balat, Photo stop, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Renkli Merdivenler, Photo stop, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church, Pass By [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Ahrida Sinagogu, Pass By [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Saint Stephen’s Orthodox Church, Photo stop, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Colorful umbrella's, Photo stop, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Fener, Photo stop, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Private Fener Greek High School, Photo stop, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Dimitrie Cantemir Museum Cafe, Photo stop, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Coffee Brake [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Saint George's Church and Ecumenical Patriarchate, Photo stop, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk [Return] at Balat Merkez Şekercisi, You can choose to return at the following times: 11:30. Options available can vary based on the departure time you selected at booking and the duration of the itinerary. Day {num}
This activity has no age limit
This tour involves a considerable amount of walking and stairs. Please make sure you are fit enough to participate Prohibitions & Limitations The activity is not recommended: other serious medical conditions What to bring Water bottle What to wear Walking shoes Wear comfortable shoes for walking A headscarf is required for women Be respectful of the local culture and religious sites This tour includes visits to active worship places. Please dress respectfully by covering your shoulders and knees. As these are active places of worship, visitors are expected to behave respectfully and keep noise to a minimum. Shoes must be removed before entering prayer areas
The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)

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