Fener and Balat: Historical Walk Through Istanbul's Authentic Districts
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Experience the authentic atmosphere of Istanbul's historical districts, Fener and Balat, with a professional tour guide. Explore narrow streets, local shops, and witness traditional auctions.
Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Fener Rum Ortodoks Patrikhanesi Kutuphanesi - Fener Greek Orthodox Patriarchate
  • Balat - Balat District is the most authentic area of Istanbul which is mostly inhabited by locals and main zone for famous tv series.
  • Fener & Balat - Fener District is one of the oldest zone which has been serving as main church for Orthodox Christians in the city and world.
  • Halic - Iron Church which is famous structure as it’s made from Iron for Bulgarian people and named after Sveti Stefani.
  • Pierre Loti Tepesi - Pierre Loti Hill which is one of the best overlooking points of the Golden Horn area of Istanbul for having a sip from your tea or coffee.
  • Suleymaniye Mosque - Suleymaniye Camii / Suleymaniye Mosque is the main monument on located on the hill bearing same name.
What's Included
  • Private Tour Guide
  • Private Tour
What's Not Included
  • Museum Tickets (3 Usd per person)
  • Lunch & Drinks
  • Transportaion (unless option booked)
Additional Information

The historical districts of Fener and Balat will be visited with accompany of a professional tour guide will give you a chance to see most authentic atmosphere of the area.
The live commentary of a professional local tour guide is at high importance as all churches have different history and importance in life of people who live in Istanbul both in christian and Muslim communities.
In the narrow streets of Fener and Balat districts we will see small shops selling local products and original artifacts of artists who is trying to enrich the modern culture of area.
Auctions in one of these small shops can be witnessed in various hours of the day and traditional vendue culture of Turkish people will be a joy if it’s your first time to experience such a thing in your life.
Greek Orthodox Patriarchate is one of our stops to do praying in historical center and you can drink from ayazma of church (holy spring of orthodox greeks)
Please remember Sundays are always more crowded than other days

Location
Fener Rum Ortodoks Patrikhanesi Kutuphanesi
Sadrazam Ali Pasa Cad. No: 35, Fener, Fatih
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Alisha_c
Aug 27, 2023
Great tours company.... - Great tours company. Sercan as tour guide was an absolute delight. He keeps you well informed about the history and takes care of your comfort through out the tour. Worth visiting.
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