Discover Istanbul: Antiques and Artisans Tour in Historic Balat Neighborhood

Embark on an exclusive walking tour through Istanbul’s historic Balat neighborhood, known for its cultural diversity and vibrant artisan, antique, and coffee shops. Explore the well-preserved Orthodox, Jewish, and Muslim communities while immersing yourself in the local art and craftsmanship. Don’t forget your comfortable shoes!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Misir Carsisi (Spice Market) - Spices, dried fruits, nuts and seeds are among the many treasures to be found at this bazaar also known as the Spice Market.
What's Included
  • All local taxes included
  • Expert professional guidance
What's Not Included
  • Tips
  • Food & Beverages
  • Transportation
Additional Information

A neighborhood which has been a cultural melting pot for centuries!
Balat has always been a home for Jewish society. People from different backgrounds and of every age today help for a colorful transformation with lots of artisan, antique & coffee shops and together build one of the best hotspots in Istanbul.
An exclusive walking tour through well…

Location
Cafe Society
Kalçin Sokak
In front of "Cafe Society" very nearby the Spice Market(Spice Bazaar) and Hamdi Restaurant
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Wendy_b
Feb 10, 2026
Best Tour - I think this was my favourite place and tour. Rose was so nice, welcoming and genuine. It would be shame not to see these places if you are visiting Turkey. A must do tour for sure. Highly, highly recommend!!
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Daytrip29544756490
Jan 31, 2026
Lovely experience - I really enjoyed this tour. Rose was very kind and friendly and she knew a lot of stuff. If you visit Istanbul, I highly recommend it!
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Xeniaemanuelac
Jan 27, 2026
Excellent tour - Really nice experience. Very friendly and funny guide. I love the tour and the locations and it was very well organised.
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M6172ugcristinaa
Jan 26, 2026
Best guide in istanbul - Amazing Balat tour with Rose! She is knowledgeable and super friendly. The tour was relaxed, informative, and full of fascinating stories that brought Balat to life. We discovered hidden corners, learned about the history, and got great local tips. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Istanbul, Rose made it a memorable experience!
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Ana_r
Oct 13, 2025
Beautiful Balat Tour - Excellent guide and excellent tour of Balat and surroundings. Very punctual the visit and a great and friendly guide
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Ashley_s
Oct 5, 2025
I had such a great... - I had such a great experience exploring Fener and Balat. Rose was very knowledgeable about the area and it was interesting learning about the darker and sad history of this part of the city.
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Nataliey629
Jun 24, 2025
Hidden gem of Istanbul - The neighbourhood is quite unique. It looks like an anime town with real people 😅 our favourite place in Istanbul. Rose was absolutely professional and friendly same time. Best guide
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Helen_g
Jun 5, 2025
Fabulous tour with Rose - This is a fabulous walking tour of Istanbul . Our guide Rose was exceptional . Nothing was too much trouble and she was very informative and kind . Could thoroughly recommend this tour .
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Arnp82
May 8, 2025
Awesome walking tour! - This was an amazing walking tour! I learned so much history about the country, but also saw things I would never have done on my own. My husband and I had a wonderful time with our tour guide Rose. I would recommend this tour to everyone-you will not be disappointed!
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Simonsg2823lo
Apr 5, 2025
Rose was a very pleasant guide. - Rose was a very pleasant guide. We were a small group who got a very nice tour and a magical end to the trip with a hidden gem that alone was worth it!
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).