Shopping

Recall the days of the Silk Road and be dazzled by the amount of gold, silver, carpets, Iznik tiles, and all things in between at the 600-year-old Grand Bazaar. Inhale the aromas of the Spice Bazaar and then snake through the winding streets of the Old Quarter, discovering the time-honored art of Turkish carpet weaving. Wander the cobbled backstreets of Beyoglu for antiques, handmade scarves, jewelry and other handmade souvenirs. Explore the fashionable boutiques of Nisantasi browsing the work of international and Turkish designers. Bring a piece of Cappadocia home with a one-of-a-kind ceramic from the local town of Avanos, famed for its artisan pottery.

Carpets As in the Renaissance, nothing speaks more about your travels than an Anatolian carpet. Learn all about the variety and artistry with a demonstration and private tour.

Custom Jewelry Istanbul’s jewelry design is classic and whimsical, historical and contemporary.

Grand Bazaar – Istanbul Find everything that your heart desires as you peel back the layers of the colorful and labyrinthine Grand Bazaar.

Grand Bazaar – Istanbul Lose yourself in the world’s original shopper’s paradise – a private guide can help you make the most of your time while revealing its hidden places.

Grand Bazaar – Istanbul Try your hand at bargaining once you have settled on that silk scarf, pair of silver earrings or handpainted ceramic piece.

Avanos Pottery - Cappadocia No trip to Cappadocia is complete without an earthenware piece crafted by a local artisan.

Iznik Tiles/Ceramics Vividly-colored and intricately-designed Iznik tiles have made an indelible mark on Turkey’s architectural history.

Designer Shops – Nisantasi, Istanbul Turkish and international designers line the chic streets of Nisantasi on the European side of Istanbul.

Local Boutiques – Galata, Istanbul Take your time window shopping in Galata’s narrow cobbled streets for handmade and one-of-a-kind items.

Shopping Hundreds of shops in Istanbul seem to lay claim to a resident cat!