Walking Tour of Taksim, Pera & Galata District

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Well begin this fascinating tour at Taksim Square, where well make our way through Istiklal Caddesi (Independence Avenue), the "19th-century face of Istanbul" and the city's most popular strolling, shopping, and snacking street, which is now reserved for pedestrians. Walking through the historic Beyoglu district, you'll enjoy observing contemporary Turkish society at neighborhood cafes, boutiques, and cultural activities.

Afterward, well tour the Galata District, which was composed of a Jewish majority from the 1500s and onward. Throughout the 19th century, most of Istanbul's Jewish residents lived in this neighborhood and attended the synagogues that are still in use today, including the Chief Rabbinate, the Neve Shalom and Italian synagogues, the Schneider Synagogue (Terziler Havrasi, now used as an art gallery), and the Zulfaris Synagogue Museum.

Well also visit Galatasaray Square--easily recognized by the grand gates to Galatasaray Lisesi, the first European-style lycee (high school) erected by the Ottoman government--and St. Anthony Church, established in 1725. You'll be amazed at the beauty of the Pera Palace Hotel, built to accommodate pampered travelers aboard the Orient Express beginning in the 1890s. Its neo-classical, art nouveau, and Oriental styles give Pera Palace its timeless, refined look.

Next on the itinerary is Galata Mevlevihane, the headquarters of Whirling Dervishes in Istanbul, founded in the 1490s. You'll conclude your tour today by visiting the Galata Tower, with its spectacular views of the city.

What's Included

English-speaking guide
Tram tickets
Admissions
Taxes and service charges
Istiklal Caddesi
Galata District
Galatasaray Square
St. Anthony Church
Pera Palace Hotel
Galata Mevlevihane
Galata Tower

Considerations

Meals
Drinks
Gratuities/Tips

Special Instructions

This is a walking tour, so please dress comfortably.
Local currencies which are accepted are the Euro, Turkish Lira, US Dollar and Great British Pound.
Shoes are not permitted inside the Mosque. A plastic bag will be given to you where you can put your shoes in and carry with you. For your information the Mosque is carpeted.
Men and women cannot enter into the Mosque with shorts or sleeveless shirts. Men can wear long trousers and a sleeved shirt. Women may wear slacks or a dress or blouse and skirt (at least below the knees), preferably with elbow-length or longer sleeves (no bare shoulders or upper arms). Women should cover their head with a scarf. No need to cover the face, the covering is meant to hide your hair only. If your dress is not matching these requirements do not worry as you are still able to visit the Mosque. At the entrance of the Mosque the attendants provide robes and/or scarfs to wear during your visit (this is free of charge).
There is a lot of walking involved in this tour - mainly uneven and cobblestone surface (there are also steps and inclines)
If you will be taking personal belongings on your tour, these can be stowed safely on the tour bus when not in use. Please ensure you take these with you at the end of the tour. Our guide on the day will remind you to take all of your personal belongings.
Gratuities/Tips are not included within the tour price and tipping is not compulsory, However, if you had an exceptional experience, tipping is our way of saying "I think you did a fantastic job".

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Cancellation

4 hours (approx.)

Private Tour

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Walking Tour of Taksim, Pera & Galata District

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