Great way to Explore local spots in the bazaars and back yards
Exploring the Carpet shop, Grand bazaar, spice bazaar and hidden back streets was amazing. The Grand bazaar was fascinating with its beautiful architecture, historic lanes traditional shops and lively atmosphere. İt is very easy to get lost in the Grand bazaar. Compare to the spice bazaar Grand bazaar was much biger then spice bazaar. Discovering hidden back streets where local people get their needs and having turkish coffee at the best place was great. Higly recommended.
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Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience! We’re delighted that you enjoyed exploring the Grand Bazaar, Spice Bazaar, carpet shop, and the hidden back streets of Istanbul. It’s always a pleasure to show our guests the local side of the city, away from the usual tourist routes.
We’re especially happy that you enjoyed the Turkish coffee and the atmosphere of the Grand Bazaar. Thank you for your kind recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back to Istanbul for another memorable experience.
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ousemanet
September 16, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Worth 3 hours tour around bazaars and hidden streets
I had wonderful time exploring Istanbul's Grand bazaar and Egyptian bazaar and the carpet and kilim shop was definitely one of the highlights. Exploring back hidden streets where local people get their needs was wonderful. it was fascinating to learn about the history, patterns, colors and craftsmanship behind Turkish carpets and kilims rather than simply looking at them as souvenirs. I had chance to try some local snacks , tea and Turkish coffee aswell. Higly recommend.
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Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed exploring the Grand Bazaar, Egyptian Bazaar, and especially the carpet and kilim shop. It’s great to know that learning about the history, patterns, colors, and craftsmanship made the experience more meaningful for you.
We’re also happy you enjoyed discovering the hidden streets and trying some local snacks, Turkish tea, and coffee along the way. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back to Istanbul for another memorable experience.!
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N9580DRtoml
August 1, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
A fantastic tour around the bazaars
Exploring the Rugs, Carpets and Kilims Bazaar, Istanbul's Grand Bazaar, the Egyptian (Spice) Bazaar, and the hidden back streets between them was one of the highlights of our trip. The Grand Bazaar is full of history, beautiful shops, colorful lanterns, carpets, ceramics, and jewelry, while the Egyptian Bazaar delights your senses with the aromas of spices, Turkish delights, teas, and dried fruits.
What made the experience even more special was wandering through the hidden back streets, where local people stop in and get needs. we discovered traditional workshops, local markets, and small family run shops that we would never have found on our own. It felt like stepping into the authentic side of Istanbul.
The mix of history, local culture, and friendly shopkeepers made this an unforgettable experience. I highly recommend exploring both bazaars and the charming hidden streets connecting them.
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Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience! We’re delighted to hear that exploring the Grand Bazaar, Egyptian Bazaar, Rugs, Carpets and Kilims Bazaar, and the hidden back streets was such a memorable highlight of your trip.
It was a pleasure showing you the authentic side of Istanbul, away from the usual tourist paths, and we’re glad you enjoyed discovering the local markets, traditional workshops, and family-run shops along the way.
We truly appreciate your kind words and recommendation. We hope to welcome you back to Istanbul again for more hidden gems, delicious food, and unforgettable experiences.
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kristygF6225VB
June 3, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Brilliant orientation tour into the bazaars and hidden back streets in the old city
Visiting the Rugs, Carpets and Kilims Bazaar, The historic heart of Istanbul was a fascinating maze of markets, narrow streets, workshops, and centuries old buildings. Exploring the area and around the Grand Bazaar and Spice Market offers a glimpse into the city's rich trading heritage and everyday local Walking through the Grand Bazaar, Spice Bazaar, and the surrounding hidden back streets was more than a shopping experience. it was a journey through the living history of Istanbul, where centuries of commerce, culture, and tradition continue to thrive.
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Thank you for your wonderful review. We're delighted that you enjoyed exploring the Rugs, Carpets, and Kilims Bazaar, along with the Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar. The historic markets and hidden back streets truly offer a unique glimpse into Istanbul's rich heritage, culture, and traditions. We're glad the experience felt like a journey through the city's living history and that you appreciated the authentic atmosphere beyond the main tourist paths. We hope to welcome you back for more discoveries in Istanbul in the future.
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901markf
May 31, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great Tour!
We had an excellent time exploring the Grand Bazaar and Spice Market! Our guide brought us to some wonderful places - both on and off the beaten path. In such a touristic area, this was a great way to see and experience an amazing part of Istanbul!
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Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed exploring the Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar with us. It's great to know that the mix of iconic sights and hidden gems helped make your experience special and authentic. We truly appreciate your kind words about your guide and are happy that you were able to discover a unique side of Istanbul's rich culture and history. Thank you for recommending us, and we hope to welcome you back for another memorable adventure in Istanbul! 😊🙏
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angiewE5353UT
May 23, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great way to discover local spots
Our visit to the Grand Bazaar, Spice Bazaar and Carpets, Kilims bazaar was one of the most colorful and enjoyable experiences in Istanbul. Walking through the historic market, surrounded by the aromas of spices, teas, Turkish delights, and freshly ground coffee, felt like stepping into another world. The atmosphere was lively, authentic, and full of local culture.
Our guide made the tour even better by sharing the history of the bazaar and explaining the different spices, sweets, and traditional products sold by local merchants. We had the chance to taste delicious Turkish delights, dried fruits, and other local specialties while exploring the hidden corners of the market.
What we loved most was discovering hidden back streets, small family run shops and learning about the traditions behind Turkish cuisine and trade culture. The tour was not only about shopping but also about experiencing the daily life and history of Istanbul.
Highly recommended for anyone visiting Istanbul who wants to explore local flavors, culture, and the vibrant atmosphere of the city.
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Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed exploring the Grand Bazaar, Spice Bazaar, and the carpets and kilims bazaar with us. Discovering the hidden streets, local shops, traditional flavors, and rich history of Istanbul truly makes these experiences special.
It’s great to know that you enjoyed learning about Turkish culture, spices, sweets, craftsmanship, and daily life while sharing delicious local tastes along the way. Your kind words about the atmosphere and the guiding mean a lot to us.
Thank you again for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back to Istanbul for more unforgettable experiences in the future.
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ClaudeW127
May 12, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Be aware of overcharging at the Egyptian Bazaar in Istanbul, in particular at the Al Furat Baharat ve Lokum shop.
I was victim of blatant overcharging at a shop calledAl Furat Baharat ve Lokum situated on the right side about 50 meters outside the Egyptian Bazaar’s alley parallel to the Bosphorus. I was buying figs and dates and while we selected the figs and dates the salesperson gave me plenty of taste samplers of other products (turkish delights, other dried fruits) to try out. After the figs and dates I had selected were packed, the salesperson took me to the cashier who, before even stating the price, took my credit card and charged me the equivalent of 55 Euros (or 65 dollars) for 3 packs of figs and 1 pack of dates. So, beware of this tactic of overcharging which might be used at other shops in or close to the Istanbul bazaars, and in particular avoid the Al Furat Baharat ve Lokum shop.
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Thank you for sharing your experience. We are very sorry to hear that you felt uncomfortable and disappointed during your visit. Clear communication and transparency about pricing should always come first, especially in busy tourist areas such as around the Spice Bazaar.
We always recommend visitors check the prices carefully and confirm the total amount before payment. Your feedback is important and can help other travelers stay more aware while shopping in the bazaar area. We hope despite this unfortunate experience, you were still able to enjoy the beauty and culture of Istanbul.
Your review should be addressed to the spice and Turkish delight shop that called Al Furat baharat ve Lokum shop, but we don't understand why you're using us as a platform. Please delete your review because it concerns an incident that has nothing to do with us.
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Tour24641873582
May 1, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Perfect way to discover hidden back streets, Hans and bazaars
Exploring the Grand Bazaar was truly one of the highlights of our time in Istanbul. From the moment we stepped inside, we were surrounded by a vibrant atmosphere full of color, history, and energy. The maze like alleys are packed with shops offering everything from handcrafted carpets and intricate ceramics to jewelry, spices, and traditional souvenirs.
Visiting The Spice Bazaar (also known as the Egyptian Bazaar, or Mısır Çarşısı in Turkish) was also one of the most colorful and aromatic markets in Istanbul and visiting a Carpet, Rug and kilims store which was once a Caravanserai was amazing.
Unlike some carpet shops around the bazaar, this one was often described as more relaxed and you can browse, learn about carpets, and even enjoy tea or coffee without pressure to buy.
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Thank you for sharing your experience... We’re so happy to hear that your visit to Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar was such a highlight of your time in Istanbul.
It’s wonderful that you enjoyed the vibrant atmosphere, rich history, and variety of shops these iconic markets have to offer. We’re especially glad you appreciated the relaxed experience at the caravanserai carpet shop, being able to browse comfortably while learning about the craftsmanship is exactly what we aim for.
We truly hope to welcome you back again for more unforgettable experiences in the future.
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876mariuso
January 26, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Wonderful experience in the narrow hidden streets
Visiting the local market in the Eminönü neighborhood was a wonderful experience and a true taste of everyday old city. The market is lively, colorful, and full of energy, with vendors selling dried fruits and vegetables, spices, cheeses, olives, nuts, and local street foods. Everything looked fresh and full of flavor, and the aromas alone make the visit worthwhile. The sellers were friendly and welcoming, always happy to explain their products or offer a small taste. Walking through the Grand Bazaar, Egyptian Bazaar and narrow streets of the market, surrounded by historic buildings and the buzz of daily life, felt authentic and memorable. It’s the perfect place to experience local culture, try traditional flavors, and see how locals shop. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Eminönü and wanting something beyond the usual tourist spots.
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Thank you very much for your kind and detailed review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the local market experience in Eminönü and felt the authentic atmosphere of the Old City. It’s wonderful to know that the vibrant markets, friendly vendors, and traditional flavors made your visit memorable. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again for another authentic local experience in the future.
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Tour24641873582
January 6, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Higly recommended
Visiting the Grand Bazaar, Egyptian (Spice) Bazaar and an old rugs,carpets bazaar was an unforgettable experience and a true highlight of our trip. The Grand Bazaar impressed us with its vibrant atmosphere, historic architecture, and endless variety of shops selling carpets, jewelry, ceramics, leather goods, and souvenirs. Walking through its colorful streets felt like stepping back in time, and every corner had something interesting to discover.
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Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that visiting the Grand Bazaar, the Egyptian (Spice) Bazaar, and the old rugs and carpets bazaar was such a memorable highlight of your trip. It’s great to know you enjoyed the vibrant atmosphere, historic setting, and rich variety these iconic places offer. We truly appreciate you sharing your experience and hope to welcome you again for more unforgettable discoveries in the future.
