Istanbul is home to one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world. Built in the 15th century, the Grand Bazaar spans almost 55,000 square metres and houses over 3000 shops and stalls. Locals generally shop at neighbourhoo…Open the full description
Istanbul is home to one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world. Built in the 15th century, the Grand Bazaar spans almost 55,000 square metres and houses over 3000 shops and stalls. Locals generally shop at neighbourhood markets as they’re much cheaper than the Grand Bazaar. Istanbul also has numerous big shopping malls.
Turkish people love to bargain. You should always try to bargain and ask for “indirim” (a discount).
Heirloom Istanbul Café
Food & Supplies
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These guys support local farmers and small producers. They serve pastries, panini, salads and olives, though the most interesting thing on their menu is their special syphon coffee. You have to try it. They also sell handmade olive oil and soaps, handwoven shawls and dishes made from discarded olive wood.
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%100 İstanbul
Design & Clothes
4
3
It's an altenative concept store in the city. It's on Bogazkesen Street which is close Galata, Taksim and Karaköy neighbourhoods. Therefore they are on the route.
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Local Experience
Turkish Paper Marbling (Ebru) Class in Istanbul
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72
EUR
Duration
2.5 h
Languages
English, Spanish, Italian, Russian, French, Japanese
Milk Gallery & Design Store
Design & Clothes
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If you’re into street art and are curious about how it’s perceived and practised in Istanbul, you should definitely check out Milk. The exhibition openings are always crowded and always surprising. You might even catch a live tattoo session!
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Yastık by Rıfat Özbek
Design & Clothes
11
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Their colourful and stylish cushions make excellent gifts. They smell absolutely divine!
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Nahil Dükkan
Food & Supplies
6
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This shop is the commercial enterprise of a non-profit NGO that supports women’s work in Turkey. Instead of buying typical made-in-China souvenirs, buy something handmade from Nahil and support underprivileged Turkish women and children.
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Ortakoy Mosque
Cafes
15
2
Ortakoy has a neat little collection of shops and restaurants along narrow windy streets that lead out to the pier. At the pier, the Ortakoy Mosque can be seen jutting out into the Bosphorus, with the Bosphorus bridge in the background.
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Local Experience
Turkish Paper Marbling (Ebru) Class in Istanbul
Prices from
72
EUR
Duration
2.5 h
Languages
English, Spanish, Italian, Russian, French, Japanese
Bomonti Flea Market
31
3
What else awaits you at Bomonti? Leather jackets, shoes and boots, sunglasses, jewellery, record players and gramophones, snakeskin handbags… The list is endless!
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Mısır Çarşısı
Food & Supplies
34
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If you don’t have the time or patience to visit Istanbul's Grand Bazaar, Mısır Çarşısı is a well-located alternative. Stallholders are happy to share their wares, so stop by and sample, sniff and admire the myriad of delicacies on offer! They also sell leather products and souvenirs.
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Grand Bazaar
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Although the Grand Bazaar is notorious for its persistent shopkeepers, it’s still an enjoyable place to explore for its unique atmosphere. Built in the 15th century, the building spans almost 55,000 square metres and houses over 3000 shops and stalls.
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Çiçek İşleri
Cafes
6
1
If you appreciate handmade products and are looking for an extra special gift or souvenir, Çiçek İşleri is definitely worth a visit. You’ll find lots of interesting items made from natural materials.
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Cell 82
Souvenirs
3
2
To find authentic items, silver designs, antiquities from Constantinople era and paintings. Taking Foto's and to feel the history from 400 years back until now. Prices are low but qualitie is first class.
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Sentetik Sezar
Design & Clothes
1
0
If you like vintage style, this place is near Taksim (the most famous touristic are) , so you can easily visit there. Don't except a big vintage shop (they have other bigger shops tough but those are at Anatolian side of Istanbul) however you can except fun vintage shopping experience by combining clothes and accessories together.
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Herşey Aşk'tan
Food & Supplies
3
1
This is a great place for finding extra special gifts. They fill their colourful boxes and decorative vessels with Turkish delight and other sweets. Their jewellery collections are particularly beautiful and authentic.
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Etiler, Luxuria, Dilhayat Sokak, Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Türkiye
Food & Supplies
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Nowadays Luxuria is my number one place in İstanbul. We did our wedding shopping for our new place! You can find from famous brands e.g. Hermes, Versace, L'objet, Esteban Paris, Vera Wang, Zanetto to local unique homeware designer furniture everything in this lovely store. We enjoyed same-day delivery to our home.
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Kabine Nadire
3
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At Kabine Nadire you’ll find handmade garments, toys and cards, art objects and books, oddities, sketchbooks and lots of other cool stuff. They also offer a range of creative DIY workshops such as puppet and doll making, papermaking, cheese making, soap making… Check their schedule as the list is truly endless!
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