Every week in Istanbul more than 200 markets (pazar) are set. This is an old tradition that comes from the Ottoman times. Markets in Turkey offer more than just fruit and vegetables. You can find almost anything in the markets mentioned in this article. Textiles have a great hand in the popularity of markets. Even celebrities and high-society members are spotted while shopping at markets in Istanbul, and they don’t look bashful at all. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to ask it on Ask me Istanbul page
1- Kadıköy Bazaar / Market – On Tuesdays
Popularity 10 / 9.8 points – Most popular among the open bazaars in Istanbul
Location : Behind the Söğütlüçeşme Metrobus station
What can i find in this bazaar? : Cloths, Fresh Vegetables, Fresh Fruits, Pulses, Kitchen Tools etc.
2- Yeşilköy Bazaar / Market – On Wednesdays
Popularity : 10 / 9.7 points – 2. Popular one in Istanbul
Location : 50 or 100 Meters away to Aqua Florya Mall
What can i find in this bazaar? : Famous Brands – Especially Clothing
3- Beşiktaş Bazaar / Market – On Saturdays
Popularity : 10 / 9.6 points – 3. Popular one in Istanbul
Location : Beside the Beşiktas Marriage department in Beşiktaş
What can i find in this bazaar? : Shoes, Clothing, Food
4- Bakırköy Bazaar / Market – On Saturdays
Popularity : 10 / 9.6 points – Popular one in Istanbul
Location : Behind the Bakırköy Courthouse
What can i find in this bazaar? : Famous brands outlet.
5- Erenköy Bazaar / Market – On Thursdays
Popularity : 10 / 8.9 points – Popular one in Istanbul
Location : Between Erenköy and Suadiye at Minibus road
What can i find in this bazaar? : From kitchen wares to Clothes.
6- Beylikdüzü Bazaar / Market on Sundays
Popularity : 10 / 7.9 points – Organic sales on Saturdays
Location : In Beylikdüzü
What can i find in this bazaar? : Fancy Clothes with cheap prices. Organic sales on Saturdays.
Küçükbakkalköy Bazaar / Market
Popularity : 10 / 6.9 points – A little far to Center
Location : In Ataşehir – Küçükbakkalköy
What can i find in this bazaar? : Fancy Clothes with cheap prices.
