Istanbul in Colors Fener and Balat Districts Walking Tour
ID: GYG894710-1404381
Category:
Country: Turkey
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Discover the Fener and Balat districts of Istanbul on a guided walking tour. See the Bulgarian Church, the Church of Saint Mary of the Mongols, and the Ahrida Synagogue.
See another side of Istanbul in an area of the city with Greek, Armenian, Jewish, and Bulgarian heritage. Stroll around Fener and Balat districts, which are popular with locals for having breakfast and coffee. Pass by churches, synagogues, mosques, and many other historic sites.
Begin your walking tour in the district of Fener to see a Greek church and a Greek primary school, followed by lots of colorful stairs. Then, see the house of Romanian prince Dimitrie Cantemir, the Church of Saint Mary of the Mongols, built in 1266, and Phanar Greek Orthodox College.
After this, go to the Panagia Paramythia Church. Continue to the district of Balat, where you can see the Bulgarian Church, also known as the Iron Church due to the cast iron used in its production. Next, check out the famous timber houses in the area.
Finish up your tour at the Ahrida Synagogue, one of the oldest synagogues in the city, dating back to the 15th century. Finally, enjoy a cup of Turkish coffee to end your walking trip of these historical districts.
Highlights
- Discover the Fener 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 Fener
- 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
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable shoes for walking
Be respectful of the local culture and religious sites
front of Kafi Center. Look for the guide holding a flag with tourmania logo.
INCLUDED
- Walking tour of Fener and Balat districts
- Professional Guide
- Entrance fees
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
