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Istanbul: Balat and Fener Walking Tour Led by a Local Guide

By Yabangee - Türkiye in English
Free cancellation available
The previous price was $12 and current price is $9 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
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Overview

Explore the historic neighborhoods of Fener and Balat on a guided walking tour. Visit the Ecumenical Patriarchate, the Red School, and the colorful houses of Balat.

Activity location

  • Fener Rum Ortodoks Patrikhanesi Kutuphanesi
    • Sadrazam Ali Pasa Cad. No: 35, Fener, Fatih
    • 34220, Istanbul, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Fener
    • 34087, Balat, İstanbul, Türkiye

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Istanbul: Balat and Fener Walking Tour Led by a Local Guide
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
Starting time: 9:30am
Price details
$11.77
$9.42 x 1 Adult$9.42
Total
The previous price was $11.77 and current price is $9.42
20% off
Until Fri, Nov 28

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visit to Bulgarian St. Stephen Church
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    Visit to Surp Hiraşdagabet Armenian Church
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    Visit to Merdivenli Yokuş
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visit to Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visit to Colorful Houses of Balat
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided walking tour
  • What's includedWhat's included
    External visit to Fener Greek Orthodox College
  • What's includedWhat's included
    External visit to Church of St. Mary of the Mongols
  • What's includedWhat's included
    External visit to Ahrida Synagogue
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transportation to and from the meeting point

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Fener Rum Ortodoks Patrikhanesi Kutuphanesi
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople – The spiritual center of the Orthodox world, including the Church of St. George.
Merdivenli Yokus Evleri Balat
  • 10m
  • Admission ticket included
Merdivenli Yokuş (Colorful Stairs) – Known for its vibrant colors, this staircase is a popular photo stop.
Church of St. Mary of the Mongols (Pass by)
Church of St. Mary of the Mongols (Kanlı Church) : A 13th century Byzantine church, one of the oldest surviving monuments in the district.
Fener & Balat (Pass by)
Colorful Houses of Balat – Wooden Ottoman era houses with bright facades, perfect for photography and strolling.
Ahrida Synagogue
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
Ahrida Synagogue: The oldest synagogue in Balat, famous for its bimah shaped like a ship’s prow.
Surp Ohan Armenian Voskiperan Church
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
Surp Hiraşdagabet Armenian Church – One of the most significant Armenian churches in Balat, reflecting the multicultural fabric of the district.
Saint Stephen’s Orthodox Church
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
Bulgarian St. Stephen Church (Iron Church) – The only fully iron Orthodox church in the world. The tour ends here.

Location

Activity location

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    Fener Rum Ortodoks Patrikhanesi Kutuphanesi
    • Sadrazam Ali Pasa Cad. No: 35, Fener, Fatih
    • 34220, Istanbul, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Fener
    • 34087, Balat, İstanbul, Türkiye

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