Grand Bazaar

Istanbul's Grand Bazaar (Kapalıçarşı) welcoming 250,000+ visitors daily. The oldest & largest covered market in the world; since 1455.

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Beyazıt Fatih Turkey

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Travel + Leisure

Hand-painted ceramics, lanterns, intricately patterned carpets, copperware, gold Byzantine-style jewelry , and more products vie for your attention within this 15th-century bazaar’s vaulted walkways. Read more

Terror Risk

Huge bazaar with various items from shoes , bags, scarfs , t-shirts, gold rings & bracelets. I noticed some stalls haggle you to shop from them while others let you browse until being approached.????????

Otel.com

There are more than a thousand shops in almost 60 streets in this market . It is laid on about 31,000 square meters. You will definitely find the most beautiful gifts here before leaving.

InterContinental Hotels & Resorts

Your Perfect Day is now nearing its end, and the Grand Bazaar is a thrilling afternoon treat. The oldest of its kind, it features all sorts of small shops, notably nargilehs, jewellery or carpets. Read more

Thanos Antonis. ????????????☕????

Aged since 1461 this is the right place to make your bazaar for sth you want to buy. One of the biggest covered markets in the world, a must see place for everyone in Istanbul.

Bonítaxon

A must visit place. There are thousands stores inside the 'dome' but the real eastern bazaar starts outside of it. Lots of streets packed w/ shops where u can find anything u want. Beware of thieves.

Tania Martinez

People told me I shouldn't buy anything here because it would be more expensive than any other place...Not true! This is the best place to buy souvenirs , best prices. And beautiful ceiling decorations

Mona Shah

I absolute love herbal teas offered here! Priced cheaper than taksim square and rest of sultan Ahmet. So definitely check that out. Note: Its closed on Sundays. Worthy alternate:Egyptian bazaar

Hana Felemban

It's one of the landmark in old Istanbul ! A must to visit

Alia Alsharif

One of the oldest and biggest pazar in Istanbul huge and you can bargain as well . If you plan to buy things make sure to get shipping company cheaper than buying extra baggage kg

Majed Alashari

One of the most shopping & tourist destinations in Istanbul with all kind of local products . Take your time and explore the bazaar as many shops has the same products but the price are very.

.Anna Morris ????

Paradise for woman. Love this place❤️ very friendly peoples in all shops and apple tea ????????

COCO

Favorite place to shop. It’s a huge place, every time I go I discover new places at it. You can find everything there. There are some fake luxury brands names like LV, Chanel ect.

manu prasad

Like kids in a toy shop. There's so much to buy, but make sure you keep on bargaining. Start at 30% of what is said. Great for lamps, water pipes, souvenirs and pretty much everything!

Asa Baum

The biggest closed market in the world! It's packed full of everything under the sun. The traders can be a bit pushy but just make sure you barter hard with them. Great for watches, handbags & spices

Xenia Temchenko

A very special atmosphere which reminds of Bourne films ) Everyone is nice and helpful. But I wouldn't suggest buying baklava here as it's next to spices and it affects the flavour.

Abdullah AYTEKIN

Even just see the first covered and Mall examples of World you should visit. For shopping if you feel price and quality is good for you means you are at the right place.

Salem S.

You can get most of the items sold here for more than half the price on the small shops located outside the bazaar.

AlAnoud A AlGhunaim

If you're into authenticity , this is your place✨ crowded but fun❤️

Abdul Mannan

A huge market where one can easily immerse in authentic turkish culture. Lots of places to shop from but brush up on your bargaining skills!!

M Aldoss ♏

A must Visit in Istanbul. shopping for almost everything starting from Turkish sweets and ending with Silver. Highly recommended ????

2L

If you like historical place and local coffees and hand made things I suggest it for you. Also, the prices is flexible you can take by half of price but that depending on your cleverness ????

Turkey Tourism

Istanbul has been at the center of trade between Europe and Asia for thousands of years and it is no surprise that the thrill of buying and selling still attracts thousands of people to the city . Read more

Mana

Nice decoration ,but becarfull about prices. u can find a thing with ten different price !!! So i recomend u not to buy at first store ,ask the other place to know the real price

Abdulrahman …

Art Turkish display, A good place to see the crafts and art of Turkey , the lampshades, pottery, gold jewellery. However, buying I would not recommend.

Nm

Top landmarks in Istanbul .. BARGAIN, BARGAIN & BARGAIN !!

Turkey Travel Centre

One of the oldest shopping places in the world.Attend with a guide for the first time who can give background history on the Ottoman building and then after, shop until your heart is content!

Madina Suleimenova

Expensive tourist attraction for buying souvenirs , but still you can bargain. So, just try :3! Still beautiful place to visit, to see and to get to know the history of local crafts works

HeyTripster

The Grand Bazaar in Istanbul is more than 500 years old but remains one of the largest covered bazaars in the world, and the most attractive area for tourists in this city . Read more

HeyTripster

The Grand Bazaar in Istanbul is more than 500 years old but remains one of the largest covered bazaars in the world, and the most attractive area for tourists in this city .

Stacy Bo Bacy

Eat and hydrate before you walk through, as it’s a long walk, no matter where you start and end. Interesting experience but not worth it for me to haggle and purchase knock-off designer products.

R

Great place to walk around..if you are looking for spices this is the right spot to find your masterpieces ????

Rakhman Muliawan

Great souvenir place in Istanbul, so many great products, so many prices that you can bid to the sellers.

Q8Slayer99 Q8

Grand bazar is a place to get Turkish delight and tea cups and spices other things are collectable things

Ayse

You can find everything there!From jewelry to leader goods, carpets to silver goods and much more.Kapalicarsi means Covered Bazaar to be exact and this place has 60 streets & 5000 shops!! Must see!

M. B.

Always good to roam here when you have the time. Big place and a lot to see. Make sure you understand the value of items before buying and always bargain

Rak Al Faisal

Crowded , lots of shops, restaurants & cafes , great atmosphere!! Like it ????

Lubna J

Amazing place, very traditional. A bunch of flirts around, all the shopkeepers actually are very flirty ! A bit annoying for girls traveling alone. I loved the apple tea served for FREE ! Yum yum *

Filmsquare

James Bond and his driver pull up her and walk through the bazaar on their way to 'Station T' to meet Kerim Bey in From Russia with Love (1963).

Foodie

Visit just to tick the box. It's stuffed with smoke. No pictures allowed. Prices can vary multiple times and I would still be concerned with the quality. For fair prices look for off tourist track

Katiussia Paiva

Big market . You must have pacience to find good stuff with good price. The Spice Bazaar is smaller and you find almost the same things with better price.

Otel.com

One of the best places to shop in Istanbul. From jewelry to carpets, from ceramics to spices, this covered market has it all. Practice your haggling skills, and prepare to bargain for hours here.

LocalGuddy

SAY "BEN ÖĞRENCİYİM, BENDE PARA YOK" It means "I am a student, I don't have money"You will go to Grand Bazaar, Spice Bazaar etc. and if you use this sentence, it will work while asking for a discount . Read more

Ece S.

You should definitely take a look at Nick's Caligraphy Store. He is an amazing artist . The store is located in the old bazaar.

Nicolay Ofner

one of the largest indoor marketplaces in the world;a quarter-million visitors a day;dates back to 1461;Skyfall;start at 30% of the asking price and work your way up to 50%

Anna Trifonidou

A closed market with 300 stores. Here you can find anything you want but don't forget to bargain! You can drop prices up to 60%. A must see!

Anna Zhdanova

Must see when in Istanbul. Great experience, get prepared for bargaining:) and enjoy it! You could get lots of souvenirs here

Mona Shah

Also If you’re a tourist and want to buy Turkish liras, this place has the BEST exchange rate. After being ripped off at the airport (I know rookie mistake) this was a delight. Your welcome!

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You can find anything in the Grand Bazaar. Just be careful and always bargain those people. The prices could go down from TL 800 to 200 ! Don’t be easy target !

Terror Risk

The prices here are much higher than stalls operating outside the Grand Bazaar. You need to negotiate for 40% from offered price. Great visiting with lots of choices. Leather goods are in abundance

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8.8
Antiques
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Very interesting! The approach is quite intense from the sales people! All the fancy brands are Chinese fake. Go for the Local products and haggle over the price, it could go Down more than 60% - Wladimir Coutinho Mesquita

8.2
Financial Service
Kapalıçarşı Ayaklı Borsa

Tarihi ve mistik havasıyla gezilmeye görülmeye değer - Serdar

8.1
Coffee Shop
Şark Kahvesi

Cozy place inside brand bazaar. Enjoy an excellent Turkish Coffee. - Güney Deniz Dağlı

9.3
Historic and Protected Site
Eyüp Sultan

Magnificat location (especially after taking the cable car up), high enough to see over the gulf of golden horn, and the Bosporus. The mosque and the shopping area are very nice to walk through. - Ziad Muna

9.0
Historic and Protected Site
Spice Bazaar

Great place for spices, delights, flowers, jewelry and everything else you heart desires. - Ahmad Alfilimbany

9.5
Historic and Protected Site
Galata Tower

Such a gorgeous view. A must see! Try the stuffed aubergine and lamb shank at the restaurant. Make reservation next to a good window to watch the sunset. - Zainab Aljarrash

8.9
Plaza
Sultanahmet Square

Astonishing view, breathtaking architecture. It is absolutely a must see! - Bahram Movahed

7.8
Plaza
Beyazıt Square

Super energetic always active place, I love it - Cavit K.

8.1
Waterfront
Eminönü Sahili

Fish & Bread, delicious & cheap alternative for lunch... - Damla Emiroglu