Construction began in 1455 and it opened six years later, in 1461. Between 250,000 and 400,000 visitors stroll through it daily, looking for exquisite textiles, handmade carpets, pottery, spices, jewellery and souvenirs. Check out the below stores in Grand Bazaar, before you get lost!

Lonca: Textiles

Sivaslı İstanbul Yazmacisi: Fabrics from all Anatolia

Dhoku: Contemporary Carpets

Şengör: Traditional Carpets

İznik Art: Traditional İznik Tiles

Epok: Vintage Jewelry

Şalabi: Best shop for vintage, antique Ottoman, Russian, Art Nouveau jewelry displayed mainly in original boxes together with the vintage high end brands. This store first opened in 1880 is a landmark feature of the Grand Bazaar.

Koç Deri: Leather RTW for men and women.