Kadıköy Trip Overview
This easy self-guided audio walk takes you on a journey through history. You’ll discover the heart of Kadikoy, from the end of the Ottoman period, the beginnings of the Orthodox church, to the tumultuous and positive changes wrought by a passion for all things modern and European in the 20th century.
You’ll learn how the district came out of the shadows of the old town in Sultanahmet on the other side of the bay, enter a maze of fascinating small streets where you can visit specialist Turkish sweet shops, discover the history of the saints and enter into a world of would-be revolution and intrigue. On the way, you’ll learn about Turkey’s multicultural past and the people’s love of music, literature, cinema and theatre, as you immerse yourself in everyday life in contemporary Istanbul. The tour ends at the famous Bull statue of Kadikoy, the neighbourhood’s much loved mascot.
Additional Info
Duration: 60 to 75 minutes
Starts: Kadıköy, Turkey
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Kadıköy, İstanbul, Turkey
This easy self-guided audio walk takes you on a journey through history. You’ll discover the heart of Kadikoy, from the end of the Ottoman period, the beginnings of the Orthodox church, to the tumultuous and positive changes wrought by a passion for all things modern and European in the 20th century.
You’ll learn how the district came out of the shadows of the old town in Sultanahmet on the other side of the bay, enter a maze of fascinating small streets where you can visit specialist Turkish sweet shops, discover the history of the saints and enter into a world of would-be revolution and intrigue. On the way, you’ll learn about Turkey’s multicultural past and the people’s love of music, literature, cinema and theatre, as you immerse yourself in everyday life in contemporary Istanbul. The tour ends at the famous Bull statue of Kadikoy, the neighbourhood’s much loved mascot.
Itinerary
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Pass By: Kadıköy Haldun Taner Sahnesi, Caferağa, Rıhtım Cd., 34710 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Turkey
The tour passes by the Kadıköy Haldun Taner Sahnesi.
Pass By: Haci Bekir, Hamidiye Cad. No.83 34110 Eminönü, Istanbul Turkey
The tour passes by the Ali Muhiddin Haci Bekir.
Pass By: Armenian Church of Surp Takavor, Caferağa, Mukadderhane Cd. 44-1, 34710 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Turkey
The tour passes by the Armenian Church of Surp Takavor.
Pass By: Greek Orthodox Church of Ayia Efimia, Osmanağa, Mühürdar Cd. No:27, 34714 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Turkey
The tour passes by the Greek Orthodox Church of Ayia Efimia.
Pass By: Merak Eden Cocuk Ilkokulu ve Anaokulu, Caferağa, Sivas Topol Cad. Rum İöo No:7, 34710 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Turkey
The tour passes by the BUMED MEC Moda Kindergarten and Primary School.
Pass By: Viktor Levi Şarap Evi, Caferağa Mh Moda Cd. &, Caferağa, Damacı Sk. No:4, 34710 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Turkey
The tour passes by the Viktor Levi Şarap Evi.
Pass By: Sureyya Opera House, Cafer Aga Mah. Bahariye Cad. No:29 Caferaga, Kadikoy, Istanbul Turkey
The tour passes by the Süreyya Opera House.
Pass By: NazIm Hikmet Kultur Merkezi, Ali Suavi Sokak No: 7 Bahariye Caddesi, Istanbul 34714 Turkey
The tour passes by the Nâzım Hikmet Kültür Merkezi.
