Hi, I’m Feruza
Hi, I’m Feruza
I’ve lived in Istanbul for 9 years
I speak English
I am Student
Hey there! I'm Feruza, a local host in the mesmerizing city of Istanbul, brimming with excitement to share my love for this ancient city's rich history, vibrant culture, and mouthwatering food. There's nothing I enjoy more than exploring Istanbul's many treasures and embarking on delicious food adventures, all while sharing my knowledge and passion with friends. As an expert in historical sites, bustling local markets, and bazaars, I also know my way around delectable dishes like kebab, kofte, chicken, desserts, and street food. Join me for a thrilling journey through Istanbul's most captivating and flavorful experiences!
My knowledge & interests
MA Institute of Social Sciences
Food
History
Culture & customs
Street food
Local cuisine
Desserts
Food markets
Art galleries & museums
Parks
Gardens
Social history
Architectural history
Religious history
Cityscape photography
Street photography
Modern architecture
Third wave coffee
Local beers
Artisanal tea
High-end fashion boutiques
Department stores
Street markets
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Traditional culture
Popular culture
Religious customs
Lifestyle culture
Alternative or underground culture
Vegetarian food
Thrift stores
Post-modern architecture
People
Ancient
My reviews
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Istanbul is a large and diverse city – and it was wonderful to have someone like Feruza show us around. We started our day with a tram ride from our hotel-area to the Old Town, where we descended into the sprawling Grand Bazaar and Spice Market. What an experience! Yet the best part of our time together was talking about the city and its people, sitting outdoors at a café, and getting to know each other personally. We enjoyed seeing some off-beat areas of the city, eating street food amongst the din of the vendors and the conversations of the locals, and generally walking about and taking in all the sights-n-sounds of this fantastic city. And all of this is thanks to our special host/friend, Feruza.
read full reviewOctober 2024
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Istanbul is a large and diverse city – and it was wonderful to have someone like Feruza show us around. We started our day with a tram ride from our hotel-area to the Old Town, where we descended into the sprawling Grand Bazaar and Spice Market. What an experience! Yet the best part of our time together was talking about the city and its people, sitting outdoors at a café, and getting to know each other personally. We enjoyed seeing some off-beat areas of the city, eating street food amongst the din of the vendors and the conversations of the locals, and generally walking about and taking in all the sights-n-sounds of this fantastic city. And all of this is thanks to our special host/friend, Feruza.
read full reviewOctober 2024
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Feruza was a warm and engaging tour guide with lots of local knowledge and great photography skill Loved our day exploring Istanbul!
read full reviewSeptember 2024
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One of the best tours I have taken in the 90 plus countries I have traveled to. Feruza was kind enough to meet me at my hotel that was an hour plus away. We visited Hagia Sophia & toured the area with delicious kebabs, Turkish meatballs, tea & baklava. I love the street feeling of Istanbul
read full reviewJuly 2024