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Bazaars Beyond Istanbul Shopping Culture Walk Small Group Tour
Mollafenari
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Discover Istanbul beyond its postcards — where every stone street and spice-filled corner tells a story. Led by a licensed local guide, this cultural walk connects you with the living history of Istanbul’s bazaars, where trade once linked empires and artisans still shape tradition.
This experience goes beyond shopping. You’ll explore: • Hidden courtyards behind colorful shops • Local artisans crafting carpets, jewelry, and ceramics • The spice routes that shaped Ottoman cuisine and global exchange
Between bazaars, enjoy scenic walks through Sultanahmet and Eminönü, stopping at gems like Nuruosmaniye Mosque, Rüstem Paşa Mosque, and historic caravanserais. Finish your walk with Turkish tea, ...
Highlights
From 4 hours to 5 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 4 hours to 5 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Coffee and/or Tea
Professional Guidance Service in English
Pick up / Drop off from the Hotels
Meeting Points
Departure
Nuruosmaniye Mosque
Your guide will be waiting for you inside the courtyard of the mosque, holding a yellow umbrella ☂️ for easy recognition.
Return
Egyptian Bazaar
Itinerary
1
Grand Bazaar
Discover one of the world’s oldest covered markets — a labyrinth of colors, craftsmanship, and local stories. Learn how merchants operated within guilds and see how centuries of tradition still guide trade today.
2 hours
2
Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)
Breathe in the scents of saffron, cinnamon, and rose as you explore Istanbul’s most aromatic market. Your guide reveals how spices once connected East and West.
1 hour
3
Nuruosmaniye Camii
Admire one of the most elegant Ottoman mosques with its baroque influences and tranquil courtyard just beside the bazaar.
30 minutes
4
Rustem Pasha Mosque
A hidden gem famous for its İznik tiles — a peaceful stop amid the bustle of Eminönü.
Bazaars Beyond Istanbul Shopping Culture Walk Small Group Tour
Mollafenari
About
Discover Istanbul beyond its postcards — where every stone street and spice-filled corner tells a story. Led by a licensed local guide, this cultural walk connects you with the living history of Istanbul’s bazaars, where trade once linked empires and artisans still shape tradition.
This experience goes beyond shopping. You’ll explore: • Hidden courtyards behind colorful shops • Local artisans crafting carpets, jewelry, and ceramics • The spice routes that shaped Ottoman cuisine and global exchange
Between bazaars, enjoy scenic walks through Sultanahmet and Eminönü, stopping at gems like Nuruosmaniye Mosque, Rüstem Paşa Mosque, and historic caravanserais. Finish your walk with Turkish tea, ...
Highlights
From 4 hours to 5 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 4 hours to 5 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Coffee and/or Tea
Professional Guidance Service in English
Pick up / Drop off from the Hotels
Meeting Points
Departure
Nuruosmaniye Mosque
Your guide will be waiting for you inside the courtyard of the mosque, holding a yellow umbrella ☂️ for easy recognition.
