Grand Bazaar, Istanbul, Turkey
What to see at Grand Bazaar, Istanbul and how to fit it into a Turkey trip.
Quick answer
The world's oldest and largest covered market — 4,000 shops across 61 streets under a domed roof that has traded since 1461.
Best season for Turkey: April – June or September – November. Recommended trip length: 10–12 Days.
About Grand Bazaar, Istanbul
The world's oldest and largest covered market — 4,000 shops across 61 streets under a domed roof that has traded since 1461. Carpets, spices, lanterns, jewellery and leather fill the labyrinth. Negotiate everything; accept every tea offered. Spend at least two hours getting deliberately lost.
Grand Bazaar, Istanbul is one of 15 places we cover in Turkey, and falls on day 3 of our 5-day Turkey plan. A 5-day Turkey trip from Mumbai costs about ₹62,000 per person at budget stays with return flights.
More places to visit in Turkey
- Cappadocia: Balloons, Caves & Valleys
- Istanbul: Sultanahmet & Beyoglu
- Pamukkale & Hierapolis
- Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Ride
- Hagia Sophia & Blue Mosque, Istanbul
- Pamukkale Cotton Castle
- Ephesus Ancient City
- Bosphorus Strait Cruise
Questions about Grand Bazaar, Istanbul
What is Grand Bazaar, Istanbul?
The world's oldest and largest covered market — 4,000 shops across 61 streets under a domed roof that has traded since 1461. Carpets, spices, lanterns, jewellery and leather fill the labyrinth. Negotiate everything; accept every tea offered. Spend at least two hours getting deliberately lost.
When is the best time to visit Grand Bazaar, Istanbul?
Turkey's best season is April – June or September – November, which is the best window for Grand Bazaar, Istanbul too.
How many days do I need in Turkey to include Grand Bazaar, Istanbul?
Trripah recommends 10–12 Days for Turkey. Grand Bazaar, Istanbul fits into a normal itinerary without extra days.
Can Trripah include Grand Bazaar, Istanbul in a Turkey package?
Yes. Tell us your dates and group and we add Grand Bazaar, Istanbul to a Turkey plan with flights, hotels and transfers, usually within 24 hours.