Grand Bazaar
One of the world's oldest and largest covered markets — 4,000 shops across 60 labyrinthine streets.
Don't miss at Grand Bazaar
- ◆ Carpets & kilims
- ◆ Turkish lamps & ceramics
- ◆ Gold & jewellery lanes
Insider tip
Haggling is expected; step into a shop for apple tea and the prices soften.
Grand Bazaar — visitor questions
What is Grand Bazaar known for?
One of the world's oldest and largest covered markets — 4,000 shops across 60 labyrinthine streets. Highlights include: Carpets & kilims; Turkish lamps & ceramics; Gold & jewellery lanes.
Where is Grand Bazaar?
Grand Bazaar is in Fatih, Istanbul — Beyazıt, Kalpakçılar Cd. 22, 34126 Fatih/İstanbul. More info: https://grandbazaaristanbul.org
Any tips for visiting Grand Bazaar?
Haggling is expected; step into a shop for apple tea and the prices soften.
Can Chauffyr take me to Grand Bazaar?
Yes — Chauffyr provides a private, fixed-price chauffeur to Grand Bazaar and between every stop on your Istanbul itinerary, with no parking or driving to worry about.
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