Istanbul Epass

Istanbul E-pass is a fully digital sightseeing pass that covers over 100 top Istanbul Attractions. Choose your E-pass 2,3,5 or 7 days and enjoy the contactless entry with your mobile pass without paying at the gate of attractions. Istanbul E-pass offers attractions in 4 different ways; – Walk-in Attractions: Show E-pass ID and get in. – Guided Tours: Meet with guide at the meeting point to join the tour. – Reservation Required Tours: Make your reservation via the E-pass panel then get a confirmation email. Why Travelers Choose Istanbul E-pass? – Customer support line is available to assist via WhatsApp and chat lines during visits or planning visits. – Istanbul E-pass is available instantly to use after purchase with access to 100+ Top Istanbul attractions. – Listen to the history of museums with professional tour guides. – Istanbul E-pass comes with a digital Istanbul guidebook of over 50 pages in 6 languages. – Enjoy the skip-the-line at most of the attractions.

Watch a very traditional Belly Dance performance in a very historic building! Belly & Harem Dance performance includes unique fire shows. Be prepared to enjoy different dance shows. From Northern to Southern Turkey, you will experience 12 different dance styles! Sensational Ottoman harem dances, charming traditional dances and exotic belly dances are showcased magnificently in this program. Watch highly energic and moving dances with fascinating modern choreography. Enjoy rhythm and fire shows and amazing costumes. 360 degree special visual effects creates exclusive and cozy show atmosphere in a very historical place. We will organize your ticket and will briefly inform you about what you are going to watch and give local suggestions as well! This experience only involves tickets and personal suggestions about ISTANBUL!

This experience is all about warmth, connection, and home-cooked goodness. You won’t be in a fancy kitchen or a cooking school—you’ll be in a real Turkish home, where a local mom from Southeast Turkey will welcome you like family. Together, you’ll cook home-style Turkish-Kurdish dishes, the kind that have been passed down through generations and made with love. But this isn’t just about food—it’s about sharing stories, laughter, and traditions. As you roll dolma or prepare fresh mezes, you’ll hear about the little secrets that make each dish special and how food brings people together in Turkey. More than a class, it’s a chance to experience true Turkish home hospitality—sitting around the table, enjoying a homemade feast, and feeling like you truly belong. From the moment you walk in, you won’t feel like a guest—you’ll feel like an old friend.

Join our Traditional Stained Glass Painting Workshop for a blend of tradition and innovation in Turkey's rich cultural scene. This isn't just a class; it's a deep dive into vitreous enamel painting, a craft that combines color, light, and narrative. Learn the history and techniques of vitrail in Anatolia, guided by local experts. Our workshop is open to all levels, with tailored instruction to realize your vision on glass. Experience Turkish hospitality with tea, coffee, and snacks, and immerse in cultural talks. Create your stained glass art and connect with Turkey's artistic heritage, leaving with a unique piece and a story of creativity. Discover stained glass artistry with us and take a piece of Turkey's soul home.

It is not easy to find a good Vegan or Vegetarian restaurant to eat in Istanbul. That is why, we, I want to invite you to our home to cook, eat and experience Vegan culture in Istanbul with us as well as the famous Turkish Hospitality. Although any Vegan class in Istanbul is unique, cooking with me at a home athmosphere will let you experience the city and the culture in a different perspective. Visit us at our home, cook and eat with us, just like family and friends.

With years of experience in Istanbul’s rich cultural heritage and a team of skilled artisans, we offer an authentic, hands-on experience that brings traditional crafts to life. Our instructors, fluent in eight languages, ensure guests feel at ease and fully engaged. We provide a deep understanding of the history and techniques behind Turkish coffee, mosaic lamps, and perfumes, offering more than just practical skills but a cultural connection. Our workshops, set against the breathtaking view of Hagia Sophia, allow guests to immerse themselves in the city’s history while crafting their own art. This combination of expert guidance, cultural depth, and stunning location makes our experience truly unique and unforgettable, offering a rare opportunity to connect with Istanbul’s heritage in a way that’s impossible to replicate elsewhere.

Learning to make anything with new people creates a unique bond between people. Instead of only the feeling of just travelling in a city, you get to feel to be a part of the city and culture at its highest. We try to make people have these feelings through creative at-home experiences. Because we believe that feeling at home and being made feel at home creates a very genuine bond. Çiğ köfte, a very traditional Southeastern Turkish dish, fits to what we try at LokalBond. Çiğ köfte got popular as being a Turkish vegeterian street food. However, in reality, it is a home food where a lot of people gathers and watches it being prepared. At this experience, you will be a part of the cooking team and knead Çiğ Köfte with locals. Then throw it to the ceilings to see if it sticks to see its stiffness. This is also a part of the tradition, but of course we won't do it due to hygiene reasons. Come, join us at our home for an original Çiğ Köfte session. Come as a guest, leave as a friend!

I want to show the real local life of Istanbul. Just as two friends, we will cook and eat Turkish dishes. So, come cook some nice food with me at a warm home in Istanbul, not as spectators but as participants in a hands-on experience. You'll learn cooking techniques and the stories behind each dishes. You will be able to learn our culture through shared moments, gaining insights into traditions. Most of Turkish dishes can be cooked in a lot of ways, including vegans; just let us know about dietary preferences in advance. So, come as a guest, leave as a friend!

Emaar SkyView is a magnificent observation point that offers the chance to watch the city from 300 meters. Giving you the mesmerizing views of the charming city of Istanbul. The captivating allure of Istanbul unfolds before you, inviting you to indulge in panoramic views, thrilling experiences, and moments of awe-inspiring beauty that will leave an unforgettable mark on your memory Get opportunity to walk on glass floor and option for dining on top restaurant for snacks.

Our guide will pick you from your hotel (so you do not worry how to find us!) and than will drive you to Deraliye Restaurant venue of your cooking class. Following your class that will last about two hours, you will join a delicious lunch or dinner prepared by the Chef from Ottoman Palace recipes.

Comprehensive Experience: Participants not only learn glass-shaping techniques but also get the opportunity to create their pieces. This combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, providing an unforgettable experience with the senior glass master Working with a maximum of 6 people ensures that each participant receives individual attention and support. This makes the learning process more effective and personalized. High-Quality Materials: All materials used are high quality, ensuring participants achieve the best results. Professional equipment such as didymium glasses and heat blankets are used. Artist Guidance: Our experienced artist, Gamze Haberal, or her assistant, guides participants step-by-step, ensuring success for participants of all skill levels. Turkish and English can be spoken. Flexibility and Personalization: Participants decide on the shape, style, and colors of the piece they want to create. Option to make extra beads for an additional fee.

For Limited Time Only FREE INTERNET w/ eSIM! Skip-the-Line Access to 100+ Museums, Tours & Attractions w/ Show&Go instant e-Tickets! Get a flexible pass & Explore Istanbul by yourself. Save up to 50% Istanbul Tourist Pass® is a digital city Pass that provides free access to many of the city’s top attractions (including activities for children), during the days you choose, while helping you save money, skip the ticketing lines, and explore Istanbul at your own pace. It is the only city pass available that allows you to enjoy the many attractions and experiences Istanbul has to offer, in a simple, convenient, fun and inexpensive way. – WhatsApp support line is available to assist you during your visit – Skip the long ticket lines of state museums – Certified tour guides

Learn to cook from a local in this private 4-hour cooking class in an Istanbul home. The friendly mother-daughter team of Nuray and Ipek will introduce you to the delights of Turkish home cooking. Join them in learning how to prepare içli köfte (stuffed bulgar meatballs), karniyarik (eggplant stuffed with mincemeat and tomatoes), barbunya pilaki (beans stewed in a tomato and lemon sauce), and more. Help out with tasks such as chopping vegetables, wrapping börek, and frying eggplant, then sit down with your hosts to enjoy your freshly prepared meal with a glass of local wine.

Lead by a certified Glass Art Master recognized by the Turkish Ministry of Culture. Benefit from over 35 years of experience, shared with passion and expertise. A boutique-style event combining professional discipline with an amateur spirit, perfect for hobbyists, art lovers. Our intimate workshops are limited to 8 participants.

Join us on a captivating tour through the historic neighborhoods of Balat and Fener. Discover vibrant streets filled with colorful houses, ancient churches, and iconic landmarks like the Bulgarian St. Stephen Church and the Ecumenical Patriarchate. Uncover the rich Greek, Jewish, and Ottoman heritage and enjoy the charm of Istanbul's most authentic districts. After this visit continue with ceramic and pottery class for 2 hours. Perfect for history lovers, photographers, and those seeking a unique side of Istanbul!

MEZZES are a form of presentation on small plates. Knowledge inherited from Anatolian civilizations dating back 12,000 years has turned into a colorful mosaic by blending it with the cuisines of the Greek, Armenian and Jewish people we lived with during the Ottoman Empire, and was also influenced by the cuisines of Central Anatolia. Asia, Middle East and Balkans. Our experience is interactive; You will receive hands-on training and learn about mezzes and cooking techniques that can be easily repeated at home. You will also discover the mosaic of our country, its local culture and how we live in daily life. You will learn about ingredients, spices and where to buy them. Finally, we will set the table and enjoy what we have prepared; we are very happy to see guests have difficulty choosing which plate is more delicious during the enjoyable tasting. Vegetarians, vegans, pescatarians are welcomed. Please note we can be flexible on booking hours. Don't hesitate to ask please.

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Get an insider’s introduction to Turkish cuisine during this hands-on, private cooking workshop in a local’s home. Learn how to recreate authentic dishes such as stuffed eggplant and crispy borek (filo pastry pie), with each recipe passed down through the family. As you cook, as your host for tips and recommendations, and discover a side to Turkish food that many travelers miss. – Private Turkish cooking workshop in the home of a local cook – Learn the origins of each dish and get a hands-on lesson in choosing the best ingredients – Meals can be adapted to be vegetarian, if requested – Enjoy a sit-down meal, served with dessert, and wine or beer

PS: You can choose do the experiences in options in different days if you like, we are pretty flexible. Just hit us up 🙂 Wondering how Istanbul's residents, who are not tourism professionals live? We are inviting you to our homes to show that. Telling Istanbul from the eyes of locals who are proffessors, engineers, doctors, lawyers, teachers, dieticians, retired managers and retired teachers etc. Yes, that's who we are, we are a community of friends and families, who are from various backgrounds. But we all have something in common, we love hosting people, showing our culture and traditions and try to learn other cultures. Each of the members in the community has a different hobby to share (listed in options). That's why, we invite you to learn, connect and teach us. So, come visit us, become a part of the community for a day physically and for a lifetime mentally.

You will Immerse yourself in the heart of Turkish culture by joining our authentic cooking classes held in the welcoming ambiance of a tTurkish home. Led by a native home chef fluent in English, our classes promise an unforgettable culinary journey into the vibrant tapestry of Istanbul and Turkish cuisine.