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Private Market Tour: Walk Through Historic Bazaars of İstanbul
Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
$250.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Unlike standard market visits, this private walking tour goes beyond the surface, offering rare access to the hidden courtyards and artisan workshops tucked within the Grand Bazaar and its surrounding Hans.
You’ll explore Zincirli Han, Kalcılar Han, and Astarlı Han—quiet, atmospheric spaces where time seems to pause and traditional crafts are still practiced by hand. With a knowledgeable local guide by your side, you’ll not only navigate the bustling Grand Bazaar and Spice Market with ease but also uncover centuries-old stories, meet local artisans at work, and gain a deeper appreciation for Istanbul’s role in the Silk Road and Ottoman trade.
It’s an immersive experience that blends history, culture, and craftsmanship, all in a personalized setting.
You’ll explore Zincirli Han, Kalcılar Han, and Astarlı Han—quiet, atmospheric spaces where time seems to pause and traditional crafts are still practiced by hand. With a knowledgeable local guide by your side, you’ll not only navigate the bustling Grand Bazaar and Spice Market with ease but also uncover centuries-old stories, meet local artisans at work, and gain a deeper appreciation for Istanbul’s role in the Silk Road and Ottoman trade.
It’s an immersive experience that blends history, culture, and craftsmanship, all in a personalized setting.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Walk Through Historic Bazaars
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Professional Tour Guide
- Private Tour
- Lunch, Drinks
- Transportation(unless selected)
Meeting point
At the German Fountain, your guide will hold a board on which you will see our company logo, the same with which takes place on your ticket.
Return details
At the German Fountain, your guide will hold a board on which you will see our company logo, the same with which takes place on your ticket.
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Grand BazaarCommissioned by Mehmet the Conqueror in 1461, the Grand Bazaar stands as one of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world—often hailed as the world’s first shopping mall. As your guide brings its storied past to life, you’ll trace the evolution of this vibrant hub from an Ottoman trade center to the vast, maze-like marvel it is today. Winding through its bustling alleys, you’ll find yourself immersed in a living tapestry of tradition, where skilled artisans and craftsmen still practice age-old techniques passed down through generations. Step into hidden workshops and watch as delicate handiwork unfolds before your eyes—each piece a reflection of Istanbul’s enduring legacy of craft and culture.
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Zincirli HanAs you venture deeper into the Grand Bazaar, you’ll step into the quiet courtyards of Zincirli Han, Kalcılar Han, and Astarlı Han—hidden gems that echo Istanbul’s mercantile soul. These historic Hans once hosted merchants and caravans along ancient trade routes. Today, they house a vibrant community of artisans, where coppersmiths, jewelers, and calligraphers still craft by hand, keeping Ottoman-era traditions alive amid the hum of the modern bazaar.
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Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)Step into the Spice Market, where Istanbul’s trading legacy comes alive in a swirl of scent and color. Built in the 17th century as part of the New Mosque complex, this bustling marketplace once stood at the crossroads of the spice trade between East and West. Today, its vaulted halls brim with fragrant stalls offering saffron, sumac, dried fruits, and teas—each one a sensory invitation to taste the soul of Ottoman culinary tradition.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Private Market Tour: Walk Through Historic Bazaars of İstanbul
Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
$250.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!