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Kapalıçarşı

Grand Bazaar

(Kapalıçarşı)
Historic and Protected Site and Shopping Mall
Beyazıt, Fatih
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    manu p.
    "Great for lamps, water pipes, souvenirs and pretty much everything!"(17 Tips)
    Yadviga Y.
    "little local cafés and haggling for the best price."(17 Tips)
    sultani arts
    "handmade jewelry pieces very good price"(13 Tips)
    Lubna J.
    "I loved the apple tea served for FREE !"(3 Tips)
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  • Travel + Leisure
    Travel + LeisureNovember 14, 2014
    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
    Upvoted Oct 12
  • Terror R.
    Terror RiskOctober 15, 2014
    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.👍👎
    Upvoted Oct 4
  • Otel.com
    Otel.comJanuary 9, 2014
    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.
    Upvoted 10 hours ago
  • 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
    Upvoted Sep 9
  • Thanos A.
    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
    BonítaxonNovember 30, 2012
    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.
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    Tania MartinezOctober 20, 2015
    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 S.heart icon on user image
    Mona ShahMarch 19, 2023
    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 F.heart icon on user image
    Hana FelembanNovember 9, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    It's one of the landmark in old Istanbul ! A must to visit
  • Alia A.heart icon on user image
    Alia AlsharifMay 15, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    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
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    .Anna Morris 💋October 15, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Paradise for woman. Love this place❤️ very friendly peoples in all shops and apple tea 😃👍
  • Majed A.heart icon on user image
    Majed AlashariFebruary 25, 2023
    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.
  • COCOheart icon on user image
    COCOJune 8, 2019
    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 p.
    manu prasadJune 7, 2015
    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 B.heart icon on user image
    Asa BaumMarch 28, 2016
    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 T.heart icon on user image
    Xenia TemchenkoSeptember 17, 2016
    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.
  • Salem S.heart icon on user image
    Salem S.July 23, 2017
    You can get most of the items sold here for more than half the price on the small shops located outside the bazaar.
  • Abdullah A.heart icon on user image
    Abdullah AYTEKINAugust 25, 2015
    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.
  • AlAnoud A A.
    AlAnoud A AlGhunaimJanuary 14, 2016
    If you're into authenticity, this is your place✨ crowded but fun❤️
  • Abdul M.heart icon on user image
    Abdul MannanOctober 20, 2019
    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!!
  • 2L
    2LOctober 14, 2018
    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 😀
  • M A.heart icon on user image
    M Aldoss ♏January 14, 2015
    A must Visit in Istanbul. shopping for almost everything starting from Turkish sweets and ending with Silver. Highly recommended 👍
  • Turkey Tourism
    Turkey TourismMay 27, 2013
    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
  • Manaheart icon on user image
    ManaFebruary 2, 2018
    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
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    Abdulrahman …November 21, 2014
    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.
  • Nmheart icon on user image
    NmOctober 30, 2020
    Top landmarks in Istanbul .. BARGAIN, BARGAIN & BARGAIN !!
  • Turkey Travel Centre
    Turkey Travel CentreFebruary 23, 2014
    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 S.heart icon on user image
    Madina SuleimenovaJanuary 8, 2015
    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
    HeyTripsterJuly 24, 2019
    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
    HeyTripsterJuly 18, 2019
    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 B.heart icon on user image
    Stacy Bo BacyAugust 15, 2019
    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.
  • Rakhman M.heart icon on user image
    Rakhman MuliawanMay 11, 2018
    Great souvenir place in Istanbul, so many great products, so many prices that you can bid to the sellers.
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    RMarch 22, 2017
    Great place to walk around..if you are looking for spices this is the right spot to find your masterpieces 😁
  • Q8Slayer99 Q.heart icon on user image
    Q8Slayer99 Q8April 12, 2016
    Grand bazar is a place to get Turkish delight and tea cups and spices other things are collectable things
  • Ayseheart icon on user image
    AyseMay 29, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    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.heart icon on user image
    M. B.October 17, 2015
    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 A.heart icon on user image
    Rak Al FaisalMarch 15, 2018
    Crowded, lots of shops, restaurants & cafes, great atmosphere!! Like it 😍
  • Lubna J.
    Lubna JNovember 29, 2015
    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
    FilmsquareOctober 31, 2013
    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).
  • Foodieheart icon on user image
    FoodieNovember 13, 2018
    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
  • Otel.com
    Otel.comSeptember 22, 2011
    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.
  • Katiussia P.
    Katiussia PaivaSeptember 12, 2014
    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.
  • LocalGuddy
    LocalGuddyApril 17, 2017
    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.heart icon on user image
    Ece S.February 24, 2015
    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 O.
    Nicolay OfnerApril 27, 2014
    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 T.heart icon on user image
    Anna TrifonidouOctober 12, 2014
    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 Z.
    Anna ZhdanovaApril 4, 2015
    Must see when in Istanbul. Great experience, get prepared for bargaining:) and enjoy it! You could get lots of souvenirs here
  • Mona S.heart icon on user image
    Mona ShahMarch 19, 2023
    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!
  • 🇸🇦 Mohammed l.heart icon on user image
    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 !
  • Yadviga Y.heart icon on user image
    Yadviga YuslegkoMay 7, 2016
    Carpets, Turkish delights, spice, little local cafés and haggling for the best price.
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