Overview

Absorb the charms of 19th and 20th century Istanbul while exploring the historic Beyoglu district during this Historic & Buzzy Taksim Tour.

The journey starts at the romantic Galata bridge. The bridge is famous for the fishermen that gather there for generations and stay chatting and fishing each day from dawn to dusk. From here embark on the historical tram that takes you up the hill to the heart of the historic Beyoglu district – Istiklal avenue.

The area is known as Istanbul’s center of European culture. The busy and buzzy Istiklal avenue is now the main shopping avenue in the city while its backstreets are rich with bars, restaurants, and cafes. Sit down to enjoy a cup of Turkish coffee at the impressive Grand Hotel de Londres where author Ernest Hemingway used to stay during his visits to Istanbul. Visit the old and cozy Art Deco-style cafe for a sweet treat and explore the old Catholic churches and their courtyards during this private Taksim tour.

The facades of the buildings and impressive passages will tell you stories of the neighborhood’s past and such influential personas who walked its streets. The most extraordinary one is the legendary Ataturk who transformed the nation according to his modern and pro-Western vision and served as the country’s first president.

During the 19th and 20th centuries, many famous and influential people would visit Istanbul from all over the world, some of the most known ones are the legendary Western writers such as Agatha Christie, Ernest Hemingway, and James Baldwin who loved this spectacular city. The historic & buzzy Taksim tour will lead you to one of the main city squares – the famous Taksim that to this day plays a role in the cultural city’s life and is home to the main cultural center and library, a beautiful and beloved park, and a newly established mosque.

This private Historic & Buzzy Taksim Tour is led by a professional and passionate guide who will tell you all the secrets and stories of the city. It is conducted at a comfortable pace and can be adjusted to your wishes!

What's special about "Historic & Buzzy Taksim Tour"

• Feel the charms of historical Beyoglu district and its bohemian past

• Take beautiful pictures from Galata bridge famous for the fishermen gatherings

• Enjoy a cup of coffee in a historical Grand Hotel de Londres where Ernest Hemingway used to stay

• Visit Catholic beautiful churches of the area

• Explore Taksim's square and its ongoing role on the city's cultural life

• Enjoy the ride on the historical tram