Beyoglu —also known as Pera, is the cultural heart of the city’s art, cuisine, and entertainment scene. By night the district comes to life; discover the area’s back-streets, sample culinary delicacies, and taste popular local dishes.

Your first stop is at a street vendor selling Islaks—wet burgers—one of district’s most famous street foods. Tickle your taste buds with the special sauce of this distinctive burger, before you explore the unmapped streets of Beyoglu.

At the ornate Cicek Pasaji (Flower Passage)—an arcade of shops, restaurants, and eateries, admire the architecture that was once a grand theater, and feel the buzz of the local nightlife. Next venture to the nearby Nevizade Sokak—home to an array of meyhanes (Turkish tavernas) serving good food and drink, at outdoor tables in a bright and active atmosphere. Stroll along to Durumzade—a renowned eatery that specializes in kebab wraps. Sink your teeth into the delicious grilled dish that was made famous by chef Anthony Bourdain.

Coffee and fortune telling is a favorite pastime in Turkish culture. Sip on Turkish coffee and discover the tradition of fortune telling with the dregs of your cup at a local coffee shop at Hazzapulo Pasaji—and see if you can realize your destiny.

Back in Nevizade Sokak, your tour ends at a local eatery, where you can reflect upon your evening over a meze of authentic Turkish dishes and raki—an anise-flavored spirit.