Mainly teas and spices can be found here, as well as desserts. Some jewelry also found. Zultanite can also be found. Be weary of some vendors that will charge double than other places. I paid 200TL for a kilo of baklava and then another vendor was selling 1 kilo for 100TL. Same thing with teas. Apple teas should cost around ~340TL for the kilo. I found a shop near gate two that sold it for 120TL.

A fun experience, much nicer than Grand Bazaar, in my opinion. The building is much smaller and more beautiful. The sellers are not as "aggresive" as in Grand Bazaar. Still, they will try to talk to you, but it's their job and they are friendly. During the pandemic (even now, in November 2021) they check the temperature on many of the people entering but you don't need to show your HES code. Around the bazaar there are hundreds of tiny shops with for example kitchen- and baking supplies, party decorations, jewelry and crystals, home decor, beautiful wooden board games, toys and much more. Just on the outskirts of Spice Bazaar you will find some really, really good and genuine, small restaurants. There you will find authentic Turkish food at affordable prices and the taste is divine! See my other reviews for examples.

The Spice Bazaar is an amazing place and an absolute must see while in Istanbul. Sellers are friendly and not as pushy as at the Grand Bazaar. Prices are also pretty decent when compared to Grand Bazaar. However, I found my greatest bargains at shops behind or around the Spice Bazaar. Do yourself a favour: get a tea or fresh orange juice at the little kiosk just inside Gate 6 and enjoy it outside at their sitting area and just watch life pass by!

Walking in Misri Bazaar (Old Bazaar/Grand Bazaar) is like you are traveling on the back time, or like a time travel. Beautiful architecture and the old designs of the building makes this place unique. I was in Bazaar to buy some sweets and spices as a souvenirs for my friends and family in Pakistan. And got some delicious sweets from here. Prices are not too much here as compare to other places in Istanbul, and people are so friendly as well. And the best thing, Misir Bazaar is ♿ Accessible for wheelchairs and for the people with different abilities.

Beautiful architecture, colorful displays, mostly friendly people. Things tend to be overpriced in these tourist areas, but it's definitely worth a visit to walk through and enjoy the atmosphere! I was told stall 51 and 44 have better prices, but can't confirm.

Best market, not over crowded like grand bazaar, in good condition, good rates. Am surprised why not many tourists come here. You can find all shopping essentials here. Overall experience ia very good. We did loads of shopping here. Highly underrated. Near Emonunu tram stop. Outside there is very nice local hustle bustle and a market where you can find a lot of things from cheese to nuts etc worth a visit

The bazaar being true to it's reputation offers good value for money. We got spices, tea, a couple souvenirs and Turkish Delights from there. Arslan Baba offered the best value in delights and teas. But do remember to negotiate, very hard.

(Translated by Google) ?Egyptian Spice Market: what to buy? Impossible, having arrived in Istanbul, not to go to the Egyptian bazaar - full to the eyeballs of fragrant aromas of spices and coffee, and of course, visitors too! The Egyptian market is always crowded. Get ready to bump around while digging through the crowd.  In a historical building at every step, barkers are at every counter! It’s impossible to stick your nose to spices - immediately physiognomists-sellers rush to you, famously defining your Russian language and immediately offering you everything in your native language! (They were enriched - crossed out! ? No, well, really: the degree of annoyance - there is no higher !!) The Egyptian market - although somewhere in an unspecified place smoothly transitions to the Grand Bazaar - it is still not the Grand Bazaar, yes! (Dad is not your mom, yes! ?)) In a good way - the Egyptian market is not the Grand Bazaar. Because the Grand Bazaar is a place purely for tourists, and the Egyptian market is still not, it is for everyone: for tourists and for locals. You can buy souvenirs, and all sorts of valuable (both priceless and priceless things for every taste. You can buy bed linens and all kinds of textiles, Turkish cups and coffee cups, cezves and lokumniki and a mug with the inscription Istanbul.? You can buy Turkish coffee of the famous brand Mehmet Effendi (everyone knows this place? There is an open row on the right side, there is a point where coffee is constantly ground and grinded and sold by weight in odorous paper bags! If you don’t know the place, you’ll find it by smell, don’t even worry! ?) You can buy all kinds of cheeses: they will offer you a try, try for health! In general, everyone will offer you a try. Only express a desire. You can buy a mechanical juicer: shove the pomegranates and press. You can buy dried tomatoes, dried eggplant and peppers (and then stuff and stew them, very tasty) there is still dried okra. You can buy salted olives (and they will pack them in a vacuum bag for the plane), buy fragrant teas. You can buy Turkish delight, and again I offer an open shopping arcade on the right, it’s both cheaper and more cross-country - fresher than Turkish delight. You can buy a piece of Istanbul and take it with you .. (Original) ?Египетский рынок специй: что купить? Невозможно, приехав в Стамбул, не зайти на Египетский базар - полный под завязку душистых ароматов специй и кофе, и конечно, посетителей тоже! На Египетском рынке всегда многолюдно. Приготовьтесь потолкаться, прокапываясь через толпу. В историческом здании на каждом шагу зазывалы- у каждого прилавка! Невозможно сунуть нос к специям - сразу к тебе спешат физиономисты- продавцы, лихо определяющие твою русскоязычность и сходу предлагающие тебе все подряд на твоем родном языке! (Насобачились - зачеркнуто!? Нет, ну реально: степень надоедливости - выше не бывает!! ) Египетский рынок - хотя он где- то в неопределенном месте плавно переходит в Гранд Базар - это все же не Гранд Базар, да! ( Папа - это вам не мама, да!?)) В хорошем смысле - Египетский рынок это не Гранд Базар. Потому что Гранд Базар - это место чисто для туристов, а Египетский рынок - все - таки нет, он для всех : и для туристов, и для местных. Можно купить и сувениры, и всякие ценные ( и бесценные, и неценные вещи на любой вкус. Можно купить постельное белье и всяческий текстиль, турецкие стаканчики и кофейные чашечки, джезвы и лукумницы и кружку с надписью Istanbul.? Можно купить турецкий кофе знаменитой марки Мехмет эфенди ( все знают это место? Открытый ряд с правой стороны, там точка, где непрерывно мелют и мелют кофе и продают его наразвес в пахучих бумажных пакетах! Если и не знаете места - по запаху найдете, даже не волнуйтесь!?) Можно купить всяческие сыры : их вам предложат попробовать, пробуйте на здоровье! И вообще вам все предложат попробовать. Только изъявите желание. Можно купить механическую соковыжималку : пихаешь гранат и жмешь. Можно купить сушеные томаты, сушеные баклажаны и перцы ( и потом их фаршировать и тушить, очень вкусно) еще сушеная бамия там есть. Можно купить соленые оливки ( и вам их запакуют в вакуум- пакет для самолета), купить душистые чаи. Можно купить лукум, и я опять предлагаю открытый торговый ряд справа, там и дешевле и большая проходимость - посвежее лукум. Можно купить частичку Стамбула и увезти ее с собой..

A huge bazaar with huge varieties of spices and candies. 1. Without doubt, it is one of the most famous covered shopping complex in Turkey. 2. There are many over priced stuffs over there. Remember to bargain as most of them will charge you more than it should be. The staff are overwhelming friendly, so you can try many sweets as you want before choosing what you want to buy exactly. 3. Even though the stuff are over priced, you can still train your bargaining skill over there or browse them. It is never a disadvantage of going to a place without buying things. The most important thing is you experience it. 4. Anyway, remember to bring enough money if you want to spend your money over there and be careful of pick pockets :)

Wherever you go in Turkey and they build it for tourists, you might get screwed, suggest to buy more in standard shops and spend time in touristic area just to see how beautiful they build it. Leave shopping somewhere else, specially if you are a foreigner who live in Turkey. I wish I could communicate with Turkish flew that the theory of selling something to tourists in wrong and unfair prices and quality will not work anymore, people can write about your country, about your shop, about you and you can't manage the consequences of your behavior, nothing will remain secret. There are many great people in Turkey like everywhere else, but due to language barrier, you can ask them to stop those crooks for the sake of your country image in the world.

It's a great experience! I suggest to go by walking so u can feel all the atmosphere of the area. Have the opportunity to admire the historical buildings and enjoy the life of the people that's moving around u like the bees in a field full of flowers. Even before u go inside to this market the aroma of spices is all over. Your feelings starts to awake and you are waiting forward for this amazing mini trip to the tastes and senses. Everything in life must have the taste of your fav spices.. So go on enter into this magic world and pick your own favorite flavor !🌹

Spices, dried fruits, nuts and seeds are among the many treasures to be found at this bazaar also known as the Spice Market. The place is beautiful and seemingly endless - there’s stalls upon stalls both inside and outside selling spices, herbs, baklava, nuts, Turkish delight etc. It was fantastic to walk around and take pictures but almost impossible to stop and actually look at anything without being forced to try something and then being pressured into the sales pitch. Just be confident on what you want to try and buy else you will be forced to take everything. I would recommend visiting as it’s a beautiful building but just make sure you’re confident in saying “NO THANK YOU.” Try not a must you buy. Somethings are just too sweet. But it's colorful and beautiful. Worth a visit.

The Egyptian Bazaar in Istanbul is a true treasure trove of sights, scents, and flavors, offering a five-star experience that immerses visitors in the vibrant tapestry of Turkish culture. Also known as the Spice Bazaar, this historic market is a feast for the senses, where centuries-old traditions meet modern-day hustle and bustle in a harmonious blend of old-world charm and contemporary flair. Stepping into the Egyptian Bazaar is like stepping back in time, as the maze of narrow alleys and bustling stalls transport you to a bygone era of exotic spices, fragrant teas, colorful textiles, and artisanal crafts. The vibrant atmosphere is alive with the sounds of vendors hawking their wares, the aromas of freshly ground spices wafting through the air, and the sights of intricate displays that beckon you to explore further. One of the highlights of the Egyptian Bazaar is its incredible array of spices, herbs, and teas, sourced from all corners of the globe and meticulously displayed in ornate containers that are a sight to behold. From sumptuous saffron to fiery red pepper flakes, each spice tells a story of its own, inviting you to embark on a culinary journey that tantalizes the taste buds and ignites the imagination. In addition to its impressive selection of spices, the Egyptian Bazaar is also home to a variety of other goods, including handcrafted ceramics, intricate textiles, unique souvenirs, and more. Whether you're looking to stock up on exotic ingredients for your next culinary creation or simply want to soak in the vibrant atmosphere of this historic market, the Egyptian Bazaar offers something for everyone. Overall, the Egyptian Bazaar is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to experience the rich tapestry of Turkish culture in all its glory. With its historic charm, diverse array of goods, and lively ambiance, the Egyptian Bazaar is a five-star attraction that captivates the senses and leaves a lasting impression on all who wander its storied halls.

Beautiful bazaar full of different stores of spices and stuff like that. Even if you are not interested in buying anything, you should definitely pass through if it's on your way.

Huge market, best in Turkey. However, everyone should be extremely careful! There are many thieves watching tourists and follow them closely. They try to take your bag, wallet, cell phone and other stuff using the advantage that there are too many people and through the technique of distraction they try to steal you without realizing nothing at all

If you love spices, this place is for you. Friendly staff , ton of different spices and snacks to chose from. Highly recommended to visit. Try to go early in the morning when it is not too crowded so that you can enjoy each store being rushed through.

Also called the Egyptian Bazar or Spice Market is one of the largest markets in Istanbul dating back to 1664. Very beautiful and well maintained shops with beautiful display of traditional pots, fancy light and chandeliers!! Currently on sale are spices, Turkish delight and other sweets, jewellery, souvenirs, and dried fruits and nuts. As name suggests variety of local spices and condiments and serving as spice centre!! A worth visiting market!!

This is a five star Bazaar with 2-3 star prices and shop keepers. The latter are very forceful about wanting you to enter their shop, regardless if you are willing or not. The shops vary from nuts and dried fruits, tourist nick nacks, perfumes, Turkish ornaments and so on. The Bazaar itself is a must see given its historical significance and the beautiful architecture. However, avoid buying things in this Bazaar as you will pay 2-3 times the prices charged in other areas where the locals shop. There are more reasonably priced shops in the nearby and less glamorous old Bazaar, jut as the local shoppers and they will guide you if they speak English.

This place is way better than the Grand Bazaar (which lately became a tourist rip-off, mostly). Be sure to check out the bazaar outside of the building as well! Some of the best Künefe in the town can be found there!

It was really interesting place!! Thought we were in Japan. Everybody talked to us in very fluent Japanese, asking to take a look the store. Never seen so many non Japanese speaks so good Japanese. Some could even have very good conversations. Besides mixture of culture, the building were newer and nicer, and easier to find same store later, we end up shopping a lot of stuff here since they have more than spices. Every shop offer you to sample Turkish delights, so just by going through the bazaar, you can get full. Very interesting place.

Best place to discover the Turkish spices and hand made works. But be so careful about asking high prices making double prices.

Not to be Miss! Here you can find pretty much everything you are looking for and more. Tourists and locals come here to shop. The best way to experience it is to just get lost in each alley ways. Don't be shy to bargain.

One of the top 5 places to see in Istanbul. This is kingdom of spices and small food. It looks beautiful as well. Must see!

This place is also known as the Egyptian Spice Market or just Spice Market. Despite the name, you can buy even exotic items such as saffron, caviar and gold and silver jewellery. A very colourful place. Very open to bargaining. Also remember, the prices are much better inside than closer to the entrance.

One of the most colorful places in all of turkiye. All shops are decorated as a piece of art. Can be super tempting for shopaholic. The choices for spices, sweets and artifacts are amazing. Must visit when the market is in its full glory. Don't forget to bargain as every item is over priced as compared to market price. A delight for the color lovers, highly recommended.

Located in the old part of the city, the market looks amazing. The decorations are super nice, the stalls are filled with goods and everything is very tidy. Great place to get things like spices, dried fruit, Turkish delights, etc. I just walked through here with a tour group but did not buy anything. Nice place to walk through and check out, crazy how this is the market for hundreds of years.

Marhaba 👋 The Grand Bazaar and the Egyptian Bazaar are two of Istanbul's most popular markets, and they offer visitors a unique shopping and culinary experience. Located close to each other, these two bazaars are not to be missed if you're looking to explore the city's vibrant markets. The Grand Bazaar is one of the largest covered markets in the world, with over 4,000 shops selling everything from textiles and ceramics to jewelry and souvenirs. It's a bustling hub of activity, and the maze-like streets can be overwhelming at first, but it's an exhilarating experience to wander through the narrow alleys and discover the hidden gems within. The vendors are friendly and welcoming, and bargaining is a must if you want to get the best deals. The Egyptian Bazaar, also known as the Spice Bazaar, is a smaller market located just a few minutes' walk from the Grand Bazaar. As its name suggests, it specializes in spices, but you'll also find a range of other products such as Turkish delight, dried fruits, and nuts. The aroma of the spices is intoxicating, and it's a great place to pick up some unique ingredients for your own cooking or as gifts for friends and family. One of the unique features of both markets is the opportunity to eat as you shop. The Grand Bazaar has a number of small cafes and restaurants where you can stop for a traditional Turkish tea or coffee, or even a full meal. The Egyptian Bazaar also has a few food stalls where you can sample some local snacks and sweets. Overall, the Grand Bazaar and the Egyptian Bazaar are both must-visit destinations for anyone visiting Istanbul. They offer a rich cultural experience, with colorful displays of traditional items and lively interactions with local vendors. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or a first-time visitor to Turkey, these markets are sure to leave a lasting impression. Note 📝! Additionally, it's a good idea to have Turkish Lira on hand when shopping at these markets, as some vendors may only accept local currency. You can exchange your currency at the bazaar , I think it’s the best rates.

I would only go once to experience it. Sellers are trying to get your attention way too aggressively. It takes away from the experience even though the spices are incredible.

The best shopping bazaar in Istanbul it’s just amazing. Don’t waste your time going anywhere else the prices are amazing. The people are amazing. The food is amazing you if you come to stumble, you have to stop by and take a look. It’s where the actual Turkish people go shopping.

The Egyptian Bazaar in Istanbul is a vibrant and bustling market that offers a sensory overload of sights, sounds, and scents. Its centuries-old history and exotic charm make it a must-visit destination for tourists. The bazaar's narrow lanes are lined with shops selling a wide variety of spices, sweets, teas, and other traditional Turkish products. While the experience is undeniably enchanting, it's important to note that prices here can be higher compared to other parts of the city. Bargaining skills are a valuable asset when shopping in the Egyptian Bazaar, as haggling can often lead to more reasonable prices. Despite the relatively higher costs, the cultural experience and the opportunity to bring home authentic Turkish treasures make it a worthwhile stop for any traveler in Istanbul.

Absolutely loved visiting the bazaar, which to my surprise, was extremely well maintained, clean and organized. The stalls are all beautifully arranged and a sight to see. And unlike my expectations, vendors were respectful and not overly pushy. Definitely worth the experience!

Quite nice market. Can recommend if you are looking for good quality spices, teas or perfumes. As it is a tourist place you cannot expect to make a good bargain, although the quality is much better than back home. All the products are properly sealed for transportation and we had no issues at the airport.

Historic Bazar of Ottoman empire era. Big tourist attraction and packed with local & international tourists. Closes at 7.00 p.m so plan your trip accordingly.

It's nice souq. Try Turkish delights.

Very nice bazaar with a lot of spices.... a bit crowded If you are looking for some Turkish sweets or some traditions Turkish stuff, then you are at the right place. The inside of Spice Bazzar is full of shops selling clothes, spices, sweets and outside the Bazzar there are many shops selling plants of flowers, decorations, vegetables and fruits and related products. You may also get seeds if different plants from here. There is also a large sitting area with benches and a main fountain. Yeni walideha Mosque is also nearby. Amazing place and you may spent hours Great shopping. Great culture. Great coffee. Great everything. Spend a day tinkering through the many stalls. Ask the local store holders what you are looking for, because there is so much to see, the chances of randomly finding something are tough, but I bet it's there!

A must visit where you can get various kind of spices / tea and souvenirs here...

Small yet very good spice market. I liked the good vibes there, the smiling faces, it's all about good smells...

(Translated by Google) It is one of the places where guests coming from outside the city must be taken. The harmony of colors welcomes everyone with its unique smell. The dim lights, spice and coffee odors that glide from the showcases are fascinating. I recommend you to buy rose tea. Throw a few in a bottle of water and sip your rose-scented water. (Original) Şehir dışından gelen misafirlerin mutlaka götürülmesi gereken yerlerden birisidir. Renklerin uyumu, kendine özgü kokusuyla ağırlar herkesi. Vitrinlerden süzülen loş ışıklar, baharat ve kahve kokuları ise büyüler. Rose tea almanızı tavsiye ederim. Bir şişe suyun içerisine bir kaç tane atın ve gül kokulu suyunuzu yudumlayın.

(Translated by Google) I think the most important economic indicators of the Ottoman Empire being the Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar. The meeting of the spices coming from one end of the world with its buyers here screams the reality of “this is the center of the world”. When I look at the current situation, I think we are very poor in terms of business. Shop owners serve in style and standards that are not considered universal at all. You understand the existence of an environment in which the tourist will never feel safe. If you add the factor that the prices are "touristic", you do not want to replace yourself as a tourist. Security practices at the entrances are exaggerated and frightened. It should be the basic principle that every application to be carried out here should be based on the anxiety of “how tourists meet”. I think that an understanding that comes to mind when spice is mentioned should be abandoned. This approach does nothing but contribute to the bad image of the Turkish people. How can this be managed for a moment in a European country or in the USA? question, you will understand more easily what I mean. (Original) Osmanlı’nın İmparatorluk olmasının ekonomik göstergelerinin en önemlisi sanıyorum Kapalıçarşı ve Mısır Çarşısı’dır. Dünyanın bir ucundan gelen baharatların burada alıcısıyla buluşması “dünyanın merkezi burasıdır” gerçeğini haykırıyor. Şimdiki haline bakınca işletmecilik açısından çok fakir olduğumuzu düşünüyorum. Dükkan sahipleri hiç te evrensel sayılmayan tarzda ve standartlarda hizmet veriyorlar. Turistin kendini hiç güvende hissetmeyeceği bir ortamın varlığını anlıyorsunuz. Buna fiyatların da “turistik” olduğu faktörünü de eklerseniz kendinizi turist yerine koymak istemezsiniz. Girişlerdeki güvenlik uygulamaları abartılı düzeyde uygulanıyor ve ürkütüyor insanı. Burada yapılacak her uygulamanın “acaba turist nasıl karşılar” kaygısı üzerine kurulması temel prensip olmalı. Baharat deyince aklına uçkuru gelen bir anlayıştan da vazgeçilmeli düşüncesindeyim. Türk insanının zaten kötü imajına katkı sunmaktan başka bir işe yaramıyor bu yaklaşım. Bir an burası bir Avrupa ülkesinde ya da Amerika’da olsa nasıl yönetilir? sorusunu düşünün, ne demek istediğimi daha rahat anlayacaksınız.

Marvelous historical place with unique goods that everyone visits Istanbul must visit it and shops there

Mısır Çarşısı – the Egyptian Bazaar – because it was built with money paid as duty on Egyptian imports. also known as the Spice Bazaar. Breathtaking! Wonderful! Historic! A must-go in Istanbul. I bought souvenirs, different kinds of sweets, candies etc. from this place.

Place is great but you may get overwhelmed with the outstanding customer service there. When you passing the shops, they are keen to attract customers, especially tourist. Make sure you always bargain before forking out your money as some of the items are not worth what they're asking for. Great place to buy gifts and be wary of the replica items and the quality of it.

A very interesting place indeed, only that it's not so clean, people don't wear mask in these times, and there are many thieves. At least it has many things to buy. Altough, the water sliding the stairs in front of one of the entries really makes you feel like in the Babylonian Gardens.

Super big bazar place, it is a wow!! Stands and little shops with spices, tea, clothes, perfumes, jewelry, carpets and so many more. The amount of counterfeit products here are incredible, everything you want and very well made. The downside is that at every step, the vendors scream and shout to come and buy from them. Can be very intimidating and not pleasant having them on top of your head at each step. Also the prices are depending on your face, you must negotiate with them but usually you get a bit ripped of.

The Spice Bazar is super clean and tidy place to stroll around and through, with great historic importance, as well as beautiful afrescos and paintings on the ceiling. Is much nicer than the Gran Bazar, but sellers are more clinging to jump on you for trying to sell you anything. Prices are not great, you will have to negociate tough for something you really want to buy, but the products here certainly are of good quality. The sellers speak a great variety of languages to try interest you into something.

(Translated by Google) Definitely go to that delicious candy I guess buy them from the green lemon peel one (Original) Kesinlikle gidin o lezzetli şekerleme sanırım onlardan alın yeşil limon kabuğu olandan özellikleee

Crazy experience. Lots of shoots ... Some sell nothing I'd buy but then there's the spice shops and some nice jewelry ones too. Got my self a ring but real highlight was going on the roof of one of the buildings that make up the bazaar. Another cool thing is you can pretty much haggle with anyone you're buying from.

Amazing atmosphere and in my opinion, a much more worthwhile visit than the grand bazaar. Lively and colourful. Enjoy the experience and don't get too bogged down about getting ripped off... It's part of the experience.

I liked this market much more than the Grand Bazaar. Beautiful colours and smells. Of course, be prepared to be called into every shop you pass even if you just stop for a quick look. You must bargain to get a good price. I'm sure we were overcharged for saffron and turkish delight but it's part of the experience I guess! Lots of stores outside as well.

Very nice local market Any thing you may need can find here. Strongly recommended

The Egyptian Bazar is just AMAZING! Very nice, colorful and cozy place. It contains shops selling all kinds of delicious Turkish delights, special tea, souvenirs, handmade ceramics and everything you can think about! Sellers are very friendly and most of them speak English and Arabic. It is my very favorite place to shop!

Awesome place. Amazing spices are kesar in too much variety. I really liked that place. I have visited too many markets but that one was amazing. What an amazing interior special on ceiling. Top was just amazing. Little little shops. And it was like everything at one place. There is place like it for shopping in Istanbul.

Beautiful Place! One of the best places to visit in Turkey!

If this was 5 stars it was in 1935, now 2 stars at most. Very run down, restaurant uninviting, food was average all inclusive selection. Staff all very lovely just let down by the buildings and decor. I was given gold band upgrading me to Regency status with private beach area a cess (not worth it) and private restaurant (better than main) and bar area. The only picture worth posting is a sunset.

Mısır Çarşısı is one of the largest bazar you can see/find in Istanbul. Misir bazar is not over crowded like ground pazar and very organized. If you are in love with cooking and spices, this place is a heaven for you. When you walk in to this lovely place, you can smell everything ( hope you don’t have allergy) Most staffs are very friendly and bilinguals, ton of different spices and snacks to taste and shop. I highly recommend to visit misir bazar early in the morning when it is not too crowded so that you can enjoy each store being rushed through. Check out all the pictures I’ve uploaded and hit a like for me if you are a true spice lover and enjoyed my photos 😉

The spice market is an amazing place that reminds me of Egypt. The scents, flavors. The store keepers will want you to try their tea, sweets and various spices. The spices are amazing and the shopping experience is unique. You won’t find a better place to look for spices and enjoy a once in a lifetime experience.

Known as spice bazaar.... Where James Bond Sky Falls filmed here. Lively and super interesting places that you should be effective you are in Istanbul Turkey. This ancient bazaar have so much to offer. From local and traditional goods till new. Those who are looking for last minute souvenirs should shop here too. Famous with Spices as it was named after that. It could be very crowded on a weekend and early morning shopping are recommend.

This place is amazing 🥰 I didn't buy anything just watched but I will definitely come back there again. Prices are quite high though but I am sure you can find something for your budget 😉

Just like any bazaar here, it is chaos in a good way. Be prepared to haggle as always. I went here to buy a backgammon set and got what I wanted. Pricy and all but if you know how to negotiate and haggle with any store owner, you’ll be fine. The spice offerings are of course wide but I can say that almost each spice store really just offered the same thing. Watch out for the free candy and/or tea… it’s definitely a ploy to get you in the store. A polite “no, thank you” will do! Reading about its history will make you appreciate it more. Either just wiki it before going or go join a tour! Good historical landmark to visit. Enjoy the bazaar!

Walk through this cover and non covered shopping area with small shops and Bodegas of spices, dry fruit, restaurants and juice bars. Locals are friendly and respectful.

A massive market that sells all the spices and ingredients you could ever use for cooking. Every seller is friendly and they will let you sample the spice if you want and will work with you to find what spices you want for specific dishes.

What an experience. A must do when I’m Istanbul. Far better prices and far better custom relations then the Grand Bazaar. Can be a lot of the same things but not as bad as the Grand. Don’t forget to work on the price. They see tourists coming and are not afraid to push the price up. While it may still be cheap they will go down by 100 or even 200 Lira. A great experience.

It's a nice place to buy Turkish delight, coffee, different types of tea, nuts and spices. The shopping assistants are very kind and offering you the things you're interested in for free to taste. We tried three different kinds of tea and bought all of them. The price of saffron here is very cheap when compared to the price in Europe. I also bought some spices; they were all very good! All the shops in the spice bazaar sell the same stuff, so you don't need to get confused about where to shop. And the prices are kinda fixed.

Stunning - one do the best places to visit. Each shop sells similar things at different prices- do your research by walking around before buying. The place itself is amazing and can easily spend 2-3hrs here

Busy place with fun shopping options. Diverse variety, not all spices for sure. If you are buying spices have them provide a rolling total of your charges as you go so you don't get a surprise at the end.

The architecture is amazing and the market is humongous. It is located right outside the mosque so it's easy to find. You can buy some souvenirs, Turkish delights, coffee, different types of tea, nuts and spices. Clean. Crowded.

We loved the Egyptian Bizarre. It was what you’d expect it to be: crowded, lots of stores trying to get you to come in, and lots of smells or spices. It was clean and really quite nice inside. The Turkish Delight was so good. Usually in the States when I’ve had it I didn’t care for it, it’s different here. Stop into a shop and try all the different kinds they have (the rolls of it especially). You won’t be disappointed.

Great place for photos. You can find many spices and teas. But they are very expensive. Teas are about 35-50$ per kilo. People are nice and polite.

Beautiful ancient market that transports you back in time. The bazaar and surrounding street stores are enchanting. When it comes to shopping, many stores offer similar items, like Turkish delights, Turkish coffee & tea, spices. It is a popular tourist spot. Consequently, expect high touristy prices. I went there just to experience what the hype was all about.

Shiny, fancy, but really expensive. You can buy all this stuff around the corner like two-three times cheaper. But it's good to visit like once, enjoy free tea and sweets

The place to be if you're looking to get some Turkish delights back to your country. And more of course. You feel like buying the whole shop once you get sucked into one. There are unlimited number of shops here.

A good shopping place for dry fruits and nuts. Many many and many shops are there. You can preserve some of the sweets or mithai made of nuts etc for six months. I do not advice. Get the same for taste. Too much sweets full of sugar. Anyhow o e has its own choice. Market is good. Covered with yellow roof. Give a luxurious look.

The Spice Bazaar (or "Mısır Çarşısı" which means "Egyptian Bazaar") in Istanbul is one of the largest bazaars in the city. It's located in the Eminönü quarter.

Amazing display of ingredients, clothes, food, music and much more. The place to buy all your trip gifts and souvenirs. It’s a must in the city.

Spice Bazzar is a "must see" if you're visiting Istanbul. Easily accessible through public transport. If staying in Fatih, it is walking distance from key tourist attractions. The bazzar offers Turkish products: spices, olives, baklava, Turkish delights, all sorts of teas, souvenirs. Very busy as it's also popular with the locals. Parking in the area could be a problem. Not friendly for strollers and wheelchairs.

Nice place, I love it's historic background and unique architecture.

It’s a smaller version of Grabd Bazaar, worth going though prices are slightly steeper here.

prices have been getting more affordable in recent days.

Mistik bir ortam var. Görülmesi gereken yerlerden biri

Bussy market

as usual it's spicy

(Translated by Google) The Egyptian Bazaar, located next to the Yeni Mosque in Eminönü, was built in 1660 by Architect Kâzım Ağa. It is one of the oldest covered bazaars of Istanbul. There are 86 shops in the Spice Bazaar, which has six doors. In the 17th century, the ships coming from the Far East countries were renowned as the Egyptian Bazaar because of the Indian Ocean, the Red Sea and the Mediterranean route, they came to Istanbul by visiting the port of Egypt. Bazaar Along with traditional foods such as various exotic spices, herbs, herbal teas, Turkish delight, cezerye, dried nuts brought to the port of the Golden Horn, Chinese silk, incense, peeled scents and souvenirs are sold. This tradition is still continuing in the Egyptian Bazaar, which used to sell all kinds of natural healing products such as pastes and ointments made with various plant mixtures. (Original) Eminönü’nde Yeni Camii'nin yanında yer alan Mısır Çarşısı, 1660 yılında Mimar Kâzım Ağa'ya yaptırılmıştır. İstanbul’un en eski kapalı çarşılarından biridir. Altı kapısı olan Mısır Çarşısı'nda 86 dükkân hizmet vermektedir. 17. yüzyılda Uzakdoğu ülkelerinden gelen gemilerin Hint Okyanusu, Kızıldeniz ve Akdeniz rotasıyla Mısır limanına uğrayarak İstanbul'a gelmesi dolayısıyla Mısır Çarşısı olarak ünlenmiştir. Çarşıda Haliç limanına gemilerle getirilen çeşitli egzotik baharatlar, şifalı otlar, bitki çayları, Türk lokumu, cezerye, kuruyemiş gibi geleneksel gıdaların yanısıra Çin ipeği, tütsüler, ıtırlı kokular ve hediyelik eşyalar satılmaktadır. Eskiden çeşitli bitki karışımıyla yapılan macun, merhem gibi her derde deva doğal şifalı ürünler satılan Mısır Çarşısı'nda bu gelenek halen devam etmektedir.

(Translated by Google) In one word ... (Original) Tek kelimeyle muhteşem...

(Translated by Google) It is well worth the visit, it has spice shops and other artisanal products, well organized. (Original) Vale muito a pena a visita, possui lojas de especiarias e outros produtos artesanais, bem organizado.

(Translated by Google) Old market that takes time to build For many years Inside the market, feel the market aura Ancient times that have continued use. Full of spice shops Various kinds of dried fruit Local snacks and snacks ... Smelling fragrant throughout the market The market is full of colorful products on sale. The lively bustle of the local people (Original) ตลาดเก่าโบราณที่ใช้เวลาก่อสร้าง เป้นเวลานานหลายปี ภายในตลาดสัมผัสได้กลิ่นอายตลาด ยุคโบราณที่มีการสืบทอดใช้งานอย่างต่อเนื่อง เต็มไปด้วยร้านค้าขายเครื่องเทศ ผลไม้แห้งนานาชนิด ขนมของกินเล่นแบบพื้นเมือง... ส่งกลิ่นหอมอบอวลไปทั้งตลาด ภายในตลาดเต็มไปด้วยสีสันของสินค้าที่วางขาย ความคึกคักมีชีวิตชีวาของคนท้องถิ่น

(Translated by Google) One of my favorite, here are various spices and turkish foods and various nuts, the price is cheaper than in the grand bazaar (Original) One of my favourite, disini aneka spice dan makanan turki serta aneka kacang-kacangan, harganya lebih murah daripada di grand bazar

(Translated by Google) It is an essential place to visit. (Original) Gezilmesi elzem bir mekan.

(Translated by Google) A historical place attracts tourists, but it has very expensive products (Original) Tarihi bir mekan turistlerin ilgisini çekiyor ama çok pahalı ürünleri var

Beautiful bazaar, excellent service and great prices...

(Translated by Google) One of the symbols of Istanbul. A wonderful Ottoman bazaar. You are traveling to history while shopping with wonderful scents. Spice market is experienced as soon as it is described. (Original) İstanbulun simgelerinden. Harika bir Osmanlı çarşısı. Harika kokular eşliğinde alışveriş yaparken tarihe yolculuk yaşıyorsunuz. Mısır çarşısı anlatılmaz yaşanır.

(Translated by Google) Spices, nuts and cheese (Original) بهرات ومكسرات وجبن

(Translated by Google) Besides many tourists visiting Istanbul. They visit this bazaar as well. Tourists coming to this place should be well received. Also, the prices of some stores located here are a bit high. (Original) Bir çok turistin istanbulu gezmeleri yanında. Bu çarşıya da uğrarlar.bu mahalde gelen turistlerin iyi ağırlanması gerekir.ayrıca burada bulunan bazı mağazaların ürün fiyatları biraz yüksektir.özellikle bu konuya orada iş yapan esnaf ağırlıkla durnaları gerekir

(Translated by Google) Our Egyptian bazaar, famous for its spices, has become a confectionery and delightful paradise. There are a few spice shops left, and they are the oldest ... Of course, it is still a very touristic and interesting place. But you used to smell spice as soon as you entered it ... unfortunately there is no smell. It should be the result of increasing rents and decreasing tourists. (Original) Baharatları ile ünlü Mısır çarşımız artık daha çok şekerlemeci, lokumcu cenneti olmuş. Bir kaç tane baharatçı kalmış, onlarda zaten en eskiler...Tabii ki hala çok turistik ve ilginç bir yer. Ama eskiden içine girer girmez mis gibi baharat kokusu duyardınız...şimdi maalesef bu koku yok. Artan kiralar ve azalan turistlerin sonucu olsa gerek.

Bazaar to find local delights, nuts and spices. Cheaper than in Grand Bazaar. Easy access by tram drop at Eminonu station or bus station.

(Translated by Google) Nice for a walk. Other prices double or more than three times higher than Bazaar. Basically in Istanbul there are other rates for locals and others for tourists. (Original) Ωραίο για βόλτα. Αλλα τιμες διπλάσιες ή μαι τριπλάσιες από οτι εξω απο το Bazaar. Βασικα στην Κωνσταντινούπολη ισχύουν άλλες τιμές για τους ντόπιους και άλλες για τους τουρίστες.

(Translated by Google) Whatever you look for, it's a historical place, very beautiful (Original) Ne ararsan var, tarihi bir mekan, çok guzel

One stop shop for all the spices.

Lovely

(Translated by Google) It is one of the oldest covered bazaars of the world, which has been around for centuries, and it is a historical bazaar with a mystical atmosphere where food and jewelry products are sold (Original) Asırlardır süre gelen dünyanın eski kapalı çarlırından biridir gıda giyim takı ürünlerin satıldığı ve mistik bir havası olan tarihi bir çarşıdır

Authentic and warm Turkish atmosphere, a bit smal vs the Grand Bazaar but that only makes it more manageable if you don’t like a big crowd. It was more crowded at the entrace than in the bazaar. Nice place to negotiate, the sales people are very friendly and enjoy the game

Very nice places... Prices are a bit high and be careful about your stuff....

(Translated by Google) When you enter, this is a very nice place that smells history instead of its spicy ceiling, but since there are so many tourists, it is a place with exorbitant prices and you can hunt if you act a little pure. (Original) Girdiğinizde buram buram baharat kokan tavanından yerine tarih kokan çok güzel bir yer ancak çok fazla turist geldiği için fahiş fiyatları olan biryer ayrıca azıcık saf davranırsanız avlanabileceğiniz bir yer

Good place for shopping.

(Translated by Google) One of the oldest covered bazaars in Istanbul, the Egyptian Bazaar is located in the Eminönü district of Istanbul, behind New Mosque and adjacent to the Flower Market. The most colorful, fragrant, fun bazaar – as visitors can taste the goods on offer.Prices are higher here! * You will be happy with Turkish delight, cookies and dessert treats. ** It is often confused with the Grand Bazaar, but the two are smaller but more intimate (tradesman more intimate and welcoming) both in other places / districts and the Grand Bazaar. (Original) One of the oldest covered bazaars in İstanbul, the Egyptian Bazaar is located in the Eminönü district of İstanbul, behind New Mosque and adjacent to the Flower Market.  The most colorful, fragrant,fun bazaar–as visitors can taste the goods on offer.Prices are higher here!*Gezerken lokum,çerez ve tatlı ikramlarıyla mutlu olacaksınız.Dipnot: Fiyatlar yüksektir!   **Çoğu zaman Kapalı Çarşı ile karıştırılır fakat ikisi hem başka yerlerde/semtlerde hem de Mısır Çarşısı Kapalıçarşı'dan daha küçük ama daha samimi(esnaf daha samimi ve misafirperver).

(Translated by Google) A great market and bazaar is one of the most important places to visit in Istanbul. (Original) Harika bir pazar ve çarşı istanbulda ziyaret edilmesi gereken en önemli yerlerden biri..

(Translated by Google) Great market (Original) سوق رائع

A Very Good Place for Shopping

(Translated by Google) Very well (Original) Très bien

(Translated by Google) History, my past (Original) Tarih , geçmişim

Always busy, always lively. A must-visit tourist attraction.

It one of four famous and historical bazaars of Istanbul. Lovely shopping area with a lot of shops and lot of thing's to explore. Really enjoy my shopping there

As a tourist, I went to see the local markets and also the cultural overview of things. In my view it was a grand market with a different cultural things and I will recommend to go there for local experience.

Lots of shops spice, coffe, and gifts shops etc. All very helpful and happy to help

Wonderful authentic place.. The historic architecture is wonderful. The place is well organized with small stores along two sides. The arcades of the roof are well maintained. You can buy the famous Turkish desserts, some hand made ornaments and garments. Don't forget to get your raw coffee from that one at the entrance who are so famous of his secret blend.

Good tourist fun. Clean and the shop staff keep a good send of humor. Lists of spices and ingredients to consider. It is also much smaller than the Grand Bazaar, so very easy to find what you are looking for. Great experience.

Mısır çarşısı tarihle günümüzün karması gibi gormek gerek

Tarihimizi çok güzel yansıtıyor. Fiyatları bize göre değil, turistlere göre, esnaf hoş görüşü değil, tuhaf tuhaf bakıyorlar insanlara, saygılar. ??‍♂️

Çok güzeldi nerdeyse ardığım her şey var

(Translated by Google) Interesting place (Original) Интересное место

من التراث العريق

(Translated by Google) Meals are fabulous (Original) Yemekler muhtesem

(Translated by Google) Great (Original) Sjajno

(Translated by Google) Smells like history (Original) Tarih kokuyor

(Translated by Google) Very nice carsi (Original) Çok güzel bir carsi

سوق مصر. سوق قديم متنوع ومكان جميل ونظيف وتشعر بانك في الماضي القديم ?

You'll find some well priced spices here

Ben insanları seviyorum kalabalığı

Kadi koy

İstanbulda en sevdiğim çarşılardan biri. Harika bir tarihi atmosfer

مكان جميل ، أسعار غالية جدا

سوق تاريخي قديم راااائع فيه الكثير من البهارات والقهوة التركية والحلويات اللذيذة جدا انصح بزيارته

Her zaman dört dörtlük bir yer

Красивый интерьер и вкусно пахнет специями

Best place to buy spice, people there are really nice

Extra???

Tarihi biryer olduğu için

(Translated by Google) Nice di (Original) Güzel di

(Translated by Google) Superrr (Original) Superrr

Çok güzel tarihi bi mekan

(Translated by Google) A great place (Original) Harika bir yer

(Translated by Google) Nice di (Original) Güzel di

(Translated by Google) Liked it very much (Original) Çok beğendim

(Translated by Google) it was nice (Original) Güzeldi

Rengarenk, kokular müthiş,otantik bir ortam

(Translated by Google) Well (Original) gut

(Translated by Google) What you're looking for is here. (Original) Ne ararsan var burda

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful (Original) جميل جدا

يُعد السوق المصري من الحضارة العثمانية العريقة, ويشهدا إقبالاً كبيرا من السياح, نظراً لأن التجول في السوق يشكل متعة حقيقية للزائر حيث البضائع الجذابة المتعددة وأصوات البائعين في عرض بضاعتهم. وتعود التسمية بهذا الاسم لأن معظم التجار الأتراك كانوا يجلبون بضاعتهم من مصر خاصّة التوابل والحبوب, ويقع السوق مقابل ميناء الأمينونو بجانب الجامع الجديد أو ما يعرف بالتركية ب "ييني جامع". للسوق المصري ستة مداخل، وفيه حوالي ١٤٠ محلا تجارياً متنوعة ما بين بيع للذهب، والهدايا، والألبسة, وفي غالبها تهتم ببيع المكسرات ، والحلويات، والبهارات، والأعشاب، والمواد الغذائية المتنوعة. وللوصول للسوق المصري من خلال خط الترام T1 إلى محطة "أمينونو".

(Translated by Google) Beautiful (Original) Güzel

Tarihi dokusuyla yüzyıllardır hizmet veren bir çarşı atmosferi çok iyi esnaf güler yüzlü yaklaşımı bile yeterli oluyor

(Translated by Google) Beautiful shopping place (Original) مكان تسوق جميل

(Translated by Google) a must for everyone (Original) ein Muss für alle

Tüm insanlara hitap ediyor zevkle gezilebilir alışveriş yapılabilir

(Translated by Google) beautiful (Original) guzel

I love this place, I really love this Bazar. They have all variety of original Turkish sweets. Their ancient style lamps are very famous around the glob. They are very polite people. even if you don't want to buy they will let you try their sweets and will laugh with you like you are one of their own. Love Turkey

I love this place, anything you can imagine you can find here. A real, one of a kind vintage "bazaar" ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

There is a lot of thing you can buy and bring it back to your country super interesting things to see and to enjoy

A very nice Place, Who you Found very nice people and goods

(Translated by Google) Ne ochen (Original) Ne ochen

"Galata Kulesi " Daha fazla fotoğraf ve bilgi için instagram sayfamı takip edebilirsiniz; @istanbul_vakti 1664 YIILINDAN GÜNÜMÜZE YAŞAYQN TARİH Mısır Çarşısı, Eminönü`nde Yeni Camii`nin arkasında ve Çiçek Pazarı`nın yanındadır. İstanbul`un en eski kapalı çarşılarından olan Mısır Çarşısı, aslında Yeni Cami’nin yapılışı sırasında bu camiye gelir getirmek amacıyla inşa ettirilmiştir. Sultan III. Murat’ın annesi olan Safiye Sultan tarafından 10 Muharrem 1006 (1597) tarihinde başlatılan inşaat uzun bir duraklamadan sonra Sultan IV. Mehmet’in annesi Hatice Turhan Sultan tarafından tamamlattırılmıştır. Mimarları Davut Ağa ve Mustafa Ağa’dır. Çarşı son olarak 2013-2018 yılları arasında Vakıflar Genel Müdürlüğü tarafından çok kapsamlı bir tadilattan geçirilmiştir.

Çarşı değişiklik ve binlerce ürünü bir arada görmek için muhteşem bir yer, fiyatlara dikkat,

Çok kalabalık virüs tedbiri yok.

(Translated by Google) Nice but very expensive (Original) Güzel ama çok pahalı

Otro imprescindible de Estambul. No solo se venden especia sino que todo tipo de cosa. De aquí hay una serie interminable de callejuelas donde comer un buen kebab o una buenísima pizza turca. Se encuentra en el Bosforo, en frente del puenta Galata.

(Translated by Google) Colorful place (Original) Колоритное место

Good place for see the culture of city .

Cool place for hanging out

Dükkanların önünde duran elamanlarin size baskı yapması çok kötü rahat bırakın alışveriş yapalim

Красивое городское место, есть что посмотреть и чем полюбоваться

Esnaf Guleryuzlu

Tarihi için

Это то место, где ты идёшь, а в голове звучит весёлая восточная мелодия. Необыкновенная красота, вкуснота вокруг и весёлая атмосфера восточного рынка. Нас, скорее всего, немного обманули. Но напоили чаем и накормили вялеными помидорами при этом. Так что мы не в обиде

(Translated by Google) Worth a visit (Original) يستحق الزيارة

Торгуемся...

İstanbul’daki Mısır Çarşısı uyuşturucu maddeler de dahil olmak üzere botanik ve mineral temelli ilaç malzemelerinin uluslararası ithalatının ve ihracatının yapıldığı bitir yerdi. Bu çarşıda bugün olduğu gibi baharatlarda satılırdı. Mutfakta kullanılacak malzemeler ile ecza malzemeleri arasında çoğu zaman bir ayrım söz konusu değildi

(Translated by Google) Very good, what I liked best was that they took it by measuring the fire inside (Original) Çok iyi en hoşuma giden tarafı içeri ateş ölçerek almalarıydı

(Translated by Google) The good (Original) İyidi

(Translated by Google) The legendary corn market (Original) Efsanedir mısır çarşısı

(Translated by Google) Excellent (Original) ممتاز

(Translated by Google) Huge market, you can find anything you want. I recommend. (Original) Огроменный рынок, найти можно все что угодно. Рекомендую.

(Translated by Google) Egypt market (Original) سوق مصر

(Translated by Google) Colorful (Original) Красочно

(Translated by Google) A very colorful place (Original) Очень колоритное место

(Translated by Google) I highly recommend Huzmet and xesit super (Original) Huzmet ve xesit super kesinlikle tavsiye ederim

(Translated by Google) I always wish there were no screaming people who were attentive and very disturbing. We saw their damages in the Grand Bazaar in Sultanahmet. (Original) Her zaman güzel özenli birazda çığırtkanların olmamasını isterdim fazlaca rahatsız edici zamanında kapalıçarşıda Sultanahmet'te zararlarını gördük

(Translated by Google) very nice (Original) كتير حلو

(Translated by Google) It smells so much history. It is a shame there are those who live in Istanbul but still haven't seen it. (Original) Buram buram tarih kokuyor. İstanbulda yaşayıp hala gelip görmeyenler var çok ayıp.

(Translated by Google) We can say that Istanbul's lungs are for Misir Carsisi, but not for citizens but for tourists, of course. (Original) Istanbulun cigerleri diyebiliriz misir carsisi icin ama vatandas icin degil tabi turistler icin misir carsisi var

Good one

(Translated by Google) Ideal for air exchange. Chill out (Original) Hava değişimi için ideal. Kafa dağıtmak

(Translated by Google) The beauty of the market is indescribable (Original) جمال السوق لا يوصف

(Translated by Google) There is an unchanging activity over the years. A place that does not fall out of sight (Original) Yıllar geçse de değişmeyen bir hareketlilik var. Gözden düşmeyen bir mekan 👉

(Translated by Google) History culture art civilization Fatih Sultan Mehmet (Original) Tarih kültür sanat medeniyet Fatih sultan Mehmet

(Translated by Google) Beautiful gold center (Original) جميل مركز الذهب

(Translated by Google) Perfect with everything historical 👌 (Original) Tarihi herseyi ile mükemmel 👌

Amazing. Love to go there Always.

(Translated by Google) Spice Bazaar is one of the oldest bazaars in Istanbul, very beautiful place to see (Original) Mısır çarşısı istanbulu en eski çarşılarından biri görülecek çok güzel yer

Beautiful souk, lots of shops to shop from, prices are varied but you can work a great deal, we bought halkoum, herbs tea and nuts from Aladdin! They’re super welcoming and very generous, must visit if you’re in Turkey

Very beautiful historical bazaar, commercially it’s one of the most active places in Istanbul, it’s always crowded, the place has been renovated so not a lot of the original interior design remains, it’s full of shops that sell Turkish sweets, nuts and snacks, the prices are high in there for sure compared to other shops in the same area, overall it’s a nice spot but you won’t lose anything at all if you didn’t visit it.

Just a regular market / souq in arabic country. Only sweets and spices...few fake stuff also. Looks awesome inside

Really nice bazaar with many vendors outside selling all kinds of spices and candies. There are many vendors indoors with wonderful spices and some souvenir shops. The whole place is air-conditioned. Wonderful.

One of the places I really like to visit when I come to Istanbul, also do not want to buy anything specific… Just get to walk around and feel the taste of Istanbul… for the name Egyptian market .. but all the special halkom flavors are there .. gems .. and many more amazing things for all One and one

This is one of the best local market I've been to in Istanbul! The price is fair and the varieties are plenty! It's quite crowded though so beware of that and also your belongings! It is also normal to bargain a bit here. I do hope the owner could be less talkative... It's a bit exhausting... If I want, I will definitely buy! If not, I don't think by talking so much to me change the result.

An historical masterpiece of Istambul that is a shopping paradise in a Turkish style. I enjoyed shopping for good quality Turkish delight, spice, honey, saffron, dried fruits, nuts, condiments etc. Most of sellers were very friendly, even if is better to take a look around before buy to negotiate and bargain better. To me is better buying inside the market instead of the surrounding area; dealers and more reliable here.

I like this place better than the grand bazaar. More food oriented but lots of jewelry.

Egyptian bazar ❤️ Nice place , not that huge one but very nice You can find all spices you want Also friend fruits And also desserts 🧁 Behind it there is a small shops that sell some copy of brands They ask for high prices , should negotiate them

Spice Market was amazing. So man u spices, teas, and coffees. Vendors can be a bit much, so find what you want and then bargain..

Great place to do some spice, cheese or meat shopping. If you need some authentic product such as Turkish pastrami, special sorts of Turkish cheese or some special Turkish teas, this is the right place. People are in general very friendly, they search the dialogue and are very helpful when you have specific wishes or questions. And if you are seriously interested in some products you might even get a tea offered. This market is significantly smaller than the grand bazaar however, to my taste it is much nicer.

Fantastic in door and out door market. Lots of spices and turkish delight. Friendly people. Takes ages to get around as everyone is inviting you in for a drink.. Well worth a visit

Nice place to shop, full of spices, tea,t urkish delight, scarfs and gold jewelries . You must enter many shops before buying something. It is known that you can and should negotiate the price of everything. The starting price might be double or more than the real price. It depends on you if you want to spend that much. The sellers are very kind and they offer you sweets/tea/turkish coffee. You can also check the shops outside the bazar. The prices might be smaller. But you need to be patient. Also, if you are a coffee lover, you should buy some freshly grounded coffee from Mehmet Efebdi (here is always a queue, but it moves very fast)

Good variety of spices and teas but the prices are too high. Seems like Turkish Muslims don't read the Islamic teachings about fair profit in trade. They just want to rip off tourists for about 10 times the price. If some one asks 500 lira per kg. Ask him 50 lira per kg. And don't be bothered by the faces they make. Best part is to take one spice from one shop and others from different. Because each shop has some teas/ spices at low price but others are at higher price. In the end, it's all the same.

A very atmospheric, colorful place that smells of spices. A huge number of stands and shops with lots of souvenirs, delicacies, spices and other things. It's definitely worth a walk. Prices are not always attractive, but you can always bargain.

This was the best experience ever, it smells soooooo good inside and you can find everything from cheeses, nuts, spices, teas, sweet delights & even candy!

Great place , open market to find everything inside. I was checking for some antiques. It was expensive, but I believe I can get it less next visit. You can’t finish it in one day. If you visiting Istanbul, don’t miss this place.

Touristy spot with tons of shops to get stuff at. A lot of the shops sell the same things so you can probably negotiate pricing heavily but I didn’t buy anything. This place is worth checking out especially if you want souvenirs to take back home

Spice Bazar also named as Egyptian market, a good place to visit in Istanbul.

Charming! Not to be mistaken for the “Grand Bazar” this is the more local, less gritty, less pushy; supposedly more authentic local attraction. It is most definitely more sort of boho, spices, oils, sweets, little treasures. Lovely and unforgettable, albeit rustic as you may expect and chaotic, but less so than other similar places. I bought some Turkish delight and patchouli and trinkets.

Lovely experience!! Cozy place with colourful things and good smells .. a little bit crowded, but we had a nice experience there with tasting and buying the delicious çay, lokum ( Turkish delights) and different kind of spices..

Nice environment, nice shops. A little too many of the same though. And they keep trying to pull you in, even if you show no interest

You can feel that the merchants are extremely professional in trade. If you can imagine that for more than 600 years those families live by trade and merchant. Try always to negotiate the prices. Don't buy anything without negotiating, its over priced, crowded and alive, the Bazar makes you feel you are in the center of the merchandise world. Super worth it to visit.

Covered market with lots of shops where you can find homemade teas, spices, coffee, sweets and decorations. All the shops have pretty much the same content, but it’s nicely decorated and tidy so it’s nice to see a lot of such shops in a row.

Beautiful Bazar, they have done a great job by using bright colors, right amount of lighting on old structure to create a warm welcoming place to visit. Some items might seem a bit more expensive than other places but of course there should be a price to pay to shop in such a beautiful place compare to some vendors spreading a plastic sheet on the ground to display their products. And with my experience every vendor we faced was happy to show the products and even insist to try the edibles. Highly recommend a visit if you're in Istanbul.

Convenient location in Istanbul, a very busy place to visit. Items can be found everywhere on the streets and does require a bargaining skill if you want to get a decent price for your goods. Clean and good place to visit.

This is amazing place with its historical decorations. It’s worth to visit and buy the sweets, coffee, and first high copy bags and brands. Negotiations very very important to close the deal. Don’t buy from the first shop you visit. Ask the nearby shops, and see if they are willing to give good prices.Very big place and crowded Opens 10 AM close 7 PM All what ubwant u will find there Near to Emininu meydan also You can walk to it from Grand Bazar

Great place for shopping spices , dry fruits, tea, honey , coffee.... Everything has price on every item ...some shop give good discounts and need to bargain. All items are of good quality and value for money..

Mi friend and I love species, tea blends and resins to burn, so this was the best place ever. Not only is a traditional and beautiful place, but also they offer you tea to try and if you buy from them they will vacuum seal your purchase in plastic, so there will be no problem at the airport. You can also find : soap, esential oils, teas, coffee, dried flower buds and so on.

I liked this place more than Grand Bazaar due to the items sold. Both places are amazing but since this market is located next to the sea, it has slight ambient advantage.

It is the best place for purchasing different kind of spices. Don't forget to buy coffee from KURUKAHVECI MEHMET EFENDI, that sells freshly produced coffee powders. This place is also good for buying soaps, tea, dry fruits, perfume, etc.

Traditional market in istanbul...its more likely become local n international tourist hotspot...beware of scams here...some shopper lures with friendly invitation and some invite u for free tea...after that u will ended up with buying something from the store...

Most famous and beau3 place in Istanbul, you can reach the Aya sofya and the Sultan Ahmet camii in 10 minites by walk and there is the Galata bridge juat here^^♥♥

One of places you should visit during your stay at Istanbul. I even liked it more than Grand Bazar. Regarding prices and buying something I would recommend walk around market and you will find everything with same quality but for less money (sometimes 2-3 times cheaper).

A Mixed Experience at Istanbul's Grand Bazaar As a recent visitor to Istanbul's Grand Bazaar, I found the experience to be a mix of positives and negatives. Here's my average review, taking into account the following aspects: Overpriced Products: One noticeable aspect of the Grand Bazaar was the higher prices compared to stores outside its premises. While the bazaar offers a wide range of goods, including textiles, jewelry, spices, and souvenirs, it's important to exercise caution and compare prices before making a purchase. Exploring the surrounding areas may provide better deals for similar items. Stunning Architecture: The grandeur of the bazaar's domes and structures is truly captivating. The intricate designs and ornate details create a visually striking atmosphere. Walking through the vibrant, bustling alleys, I couldn't help but appreciate the historical and cultural significance embedded in the architecture of this iconic marketplace. Diverse Range of Options: The Grand Bazaar offers a vast selection of products, catering to a variety of interests and tastes. Whether you're searching for traditional Turkish carpets, delicate ceramics, or unique antiques, there is no shortage of options. The sheer diversity of goods available makes the Grand Bazaar an intriguing destination for shoppers and those looking to explore Turkish craftsmanship. Overall, my experience at the Grand Bazaar was average. While the bazaar's architectural beauty and the wide range of options were highlights, the noticeably higher prices compared to outer stores left me somewhat disappointed. It's advisable to approach purchases with caution and explore alternative options in the vicinity for potentially better deals. Nonetheless, the Grand Bazaar remains an iconic and culturally significant landmark that offers a glimpse into Istanbul's vibrant history and commercial heritage.

Huge place and you can get lost in it. The merchandise are similar in most shops. You need to negotiate on the prices. Grate atmosphere. Highly recommended to visit ☺️

I recently visited the Egyptian Bazaar, also known as the Spice Bazaar, in Istanbul and was blown away by the vibrant sights, sounds, and smells. The market is a feast for the senses, with an endless array of colorful spices, teas, sweets, and other products on offer. The vendors were friendly and welcoming, and I enjoyed chatting with them and learning more about their products. I particularly enjoyed sampling the different types of Turkish delight and baklava, which were some of the best I've ever tasted. The market was quite busy when I visited, but the crowds added to the lively atmosphere. Overall, I would highly recommend a visit to the Egyptian Bazaar for anyone looking to experience the flavors and culture of Istanbul. It's a unique and unforgettable experience that shouldn't be missed.

Beautiful space, intriguing aromas of spices and attractive views of Turkish delight. Very crowded and busy, with the shop owners actively inviting you in to try / buy. The streets just outside the main bazaar building might be a bit less overwhelming but with equally good selection and prices.

The bazaars in Turkey are a sensory delight, with their vibrant colors, exotic scents, and bustling energy. The intricate architecture and traditional crafts create a unique atmosphere, while the friendly locals and delicious food add to the charm. It's a truly beautiful and unforgettable experience!

Interesting place to do some sightseeing. However, if you want to do some shopping, be cautious and prepare to bargain. Most of shops carry similar merchandise, but with different qualities. For example, our tour guide said that baklava (i.e. Turkish sweets) traditionally was made with honey, but some (maybe majority of them) were made of brown sugar and would be cheaper, etc.

Very interesting spice market (these days there are more sweets than spices). The sales tactics of the shopkeepers are quite aggressive, though - everyone wants your attention and expects you to haggle.

One of the most important wonderful places you should visit when in Istnabul :)

A great medieval market in the heart of Istanbul. The spice bazaar has many different things to offer including different sorts of tea, olives, chillis and bathing items. The market building was really old and beautiful. The prices were a bit too high but the collection was pretty nice.

Well this place is simply manic. Wanted to buy spices but its too daunting. It was spice heaven will be back in the evening and hopefully it will be quieter. Opens from 8am -730pm. Not only spices but turkish delight and other sweets, jewellery, souvenirs, and dried fruits and nuts. Over 80 shops to choose from.

Busy market and a better one than Grand Bazaar, in my opinion. There are lots of colours and smells here abd its great for photo opportunities. The prices are more or less fixed, so not much negotiating is available. It is located right outside the mosque so it's easy to find.

The architecture is amazing and the market is humongous. The market is only good for doing window shopping and I would not advice one to buy anything from here actually. The prices are inflated too much considering it is a very ‘touristy’ spot and thus one should avoid buying from here. It is generally famous for buying spices, raw nuts and even jewellery items

A very beautiful bazaar, super clean and tidy and as always the people working here are very friendly and offering taste testing to some degree. There is a bit of everything and one of the few places where you can find smoked meat that I've seen. Good walk through.

Pretty cool place. Worth a trip to have a walk through. Only around a 5/10 minute walk through the market but loads of spices to see as well as the venue being beautiful. Not far from the park and palace.

100 stalls of eye-popping exotically displayed goods. From Turkish delight to rugs to gold jewelry to dried eggplant and okra strands. The smells are intoxicating and the fresh produce is arranged to perfection. The entire experience is a feast for the senses. It’s easy to get carried away making purchases, it can get expensive! Don’t ask how I know 😂

Amazing place. No words to suscribe the smell, I wish it could stay with me forever. Friendly people. The most colourful place with loads of spices, sweets, the best teas I have ever tried. Must see place when visiting Istanbul. Loved everything about it!!!

Close market with small shops mainly sell spices and jewelry. Around it there are shops where you can buy whatever you want. Everything you can imagine in really low price. You have got to visit. Don't forget to try pastry and authentic kebab!

Also known as the Spice Bazaar, this place is an absolute feast for the senses. It’s just wonderful to see the workings of such an amazing place. I over the thoughtful way all the stores presented their wares and enjoyed the shopping experience there.

The Bazar in general is a decent experience If you have never seen it before. But If you have, you will notice that the general quality of the merchandise has dropped. I can understand items being at a higher price point due to location...but If I pay double or triple the normal price, at least give me high quality. Regards, of course If you are in Istanbul you must visit the Bazar area ... My recommendation is to walk around and discover the smaller areas, you can always find hidden gems in Istanbul