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Istanbul Grand Bazaar From Rooftops to Secret Passages
Vezirhan Caddesi
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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's Grand Bazaar, a vibrant hub of commerce that blends East and West. This guided tour takes you through a maze of shops and artisan workshops, where you’ll delve into the Bazaar's 600-year history. Engage with local merchants, from spice sellers to silk traders, and immerse yourself in the rich cultural exchanges that have shaped this iconic marketplace. Your expert guide will share captivating stories and insights, ensuring you avoid the common tourist traps for an authentic experience.
- Please note that not all options include entry to the rooftop of Grand Bazaar, though a number of other exclusive rooftops are visited. - Explore the historic Grand Bazaar with a knowled...
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Entrance to the Grand Bazaar's roof (only with Walk on the Roof option)
Gratuities
Entrance to exclusive rooftops
Turkish Delights & Nuts
Turkish tea & Apple tea
Any shopping guests would like to do
Grand Bazaar's Rooftop (Except for Walk on the Roof option)
Meeting Points
Departure
Column of Constantine
We meet in front of Constantine's Column (next to Çemberlitaş tram station of T1 tram line)
Return
Istanbul Grand Bazaar From Rooftops to Secret Passages
Vezirhan Caddesi
About
Discover Istanbul's Grand Bazaar, a vibrant hub of commerce that blends East and West. This guided tour takes you through a maze of shops and artisan workshops, where you’ll delve into the Bazaar's 600-year history. Engage with local merchants, from spice sellers to silk traders, and immerse yourself in the rich cultural exchanges that have shaped this iconic marketplace. Your expert guide will share captivating stories and insights, ensuring you avoid the common tourist traps for an authentic experience.
- Please note that not all options include entry to the rooftop of Grand Bazaar, though a number of other exclusive rooftops are visited. - Explore the historic Grand Bazaar with a knowled...
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Entrance to the Grand Bazaar's roof (only with Walk on the Roof option)
Gratuities
Entrance to exclusive rooftops
Turkish Delights & Nuts
Turkish tea & Apple tea
Any shopping guests would like to do
Grand Bazaar's Rooftop (Except for Walk on the Roof option)
Meeting Points
Departure
Column of Constantine
We meet in front of Constantine's Column (next to Çemberlitaş tram station of T1 tram line)
Return
Itinerary
1
Grand Bazaar
We start with a rooftop visit where we can see the Grand Bazaar in full. We learn about the history of the place and see the layout.
15 minutes
2
Kılıççılar Sokağı
We start our tour with the financial district of Grand Bazaar and learn how the old school stock exchange of Grand Bazaar works.
15 minutes
3
Çuhacı Hanı
We visit the Inn of the Goldsmiths to learn about the 600 years old gold making industry of Istanbul. We also get to visit the retail and wholesale gold markets of the city.
20 minutes
4
Kalcılar Han
We visit the Inn of the Silversmiths and see the silver craftsmen's workshops. We visit a retired silversmith in his workshop.
20 minutes
5
Zincirli Han
We visit the best preserved inn of the Grand Bazaar to see custom jewellery makers and learn the secrets of authentic Turkish carpets.
20 minutes
6
Yağlıkçılar Caddesi
We visit the street of the fabric sellers to see the authentic Turkish fabrics and see the oldest fabric shop of the Grand Bazaar.
15 minutes
7
Oruculer Hamami
We see the oldest coffee house of the Grand Bazaar and visit another rooftop to have our Turkish or apple teas (included in the tour).
15 minutes
8
Jewelry Market
We visit the central building of the Grand Bazaar and see the old Antique market of the Bazaar.
