Istanbul in Colors Fener and Balat Districts Walking Tour
Overview
About
Istanbul in Colors Fener and Balat Districts Walking Tour
What you'll do
Visit the Greek Church and the Greek primary school, and admire the colorful stairs that lead to the rooftops. Stop by the house of Romanian prince Dimitrie Cantemir, and explore the Church of Saint Mary of the Mongols, built in 1266.
Continue your tour to the Phanar Greek Orthodox College, and then head to the Panagia Paramythia Church. End your tour at the Bulgarian Church, also known as the Iron Church, and admire the timber houses in the area. Finally, visit the Ahrida Synagogue, one of the oldest synagogues in the city, dating back to the 15th century.
What is included?
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
What is not included?
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Itinerary
Istanbul Historical & Heritage Tours Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
Explore the full itinerary for Istanbul in Colors Fener and Balat Districts Walking Tour in Istanbul, Turkey. This historical & heritage tours experience includes 7 stops over 1 day. Duration: 3 hours. Activity level: Moderate.
Here is the starting point
Patriarchate Of Constantinople
The Ecumenical Patriarchateis one of the fifteen autocephalous churches that together compose the Eastern Orthodox Church. It is headed by the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople, the first among equals in the Orthodox Church's Hierarchy, currently Bartholomew, Archbishop of Constantinople. The Patriarchate has been located at the Phanar (Fener) district of Istanbul since the late 16th century."
Colorful Stairs
Private Fener Greek High School
Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church
Coloured Houses of Balat
Ahrida Synagogue
Ahrida Synagogue, located in Istanbul, Turkey, is a significant attraction that holds both historical and cultural importance.
Saint Stephen’s Orthodox Church
This concludes the tour.
