Shopping in Turkey: Best Shopping Centers in Istanbul

Malls with cinemas and cultural events are everyone's destination, especially on weekends. Turkey is a shopping paradise for many. Here we take a look at where to shop in Istanbul.

Shopping malls in Turkey include more than just clothing stores. They also have centers such as fitness centers, swimming pools, health and spa centers, cinemas, entertainment centers, amusement parks, many restaurants and cafes, and a grocery store selling organic products.

Luxury shopping malls in Istanbul

In Istanbul, there is always a mall near you. Shopping malls in Istanbul provide visitors with excellent customer service.

Check out the best Turkish shopping destinations in Istanbul:

1. Istinye Park

Istinye Park is the best of luxury shopping malls located in Maslak in the Sariyer district on the European side of Istanbul. Easily accessible by subway, its outdoor and indoor spaces are well worth a visit, including a large central park for children. Istinye Park is also close to luxury real estate in Istanbul.

Istinye Park includes 300 shops, 270,000 square meters of land, 147 clothing stores and a parking lot for 3,600 cars.

Most of the stores are luxurious and exclusive. You will find world famous brands such as Louis Vuitton, Dior, Fendi, Chanel, Hermes, Rolex, Cartier and Gucci. It also includes authentic Turkish food bazaars, restaurants, cafes, bakeries, gyms and cinemas. Because Istinje Park is surrounded by a huge glass dome and glass ceiling, you can enjoy the open green space and indoor space at any time of the day.

IstinyePark services include:

• Valet Parking
• shuttle bus
• Wheelchair and Stroller Services
• Global Blue Tax Free
• Internet for free.
• prayer room
• ATM
• PARKING LOT
• security locker
• Electric Vehicle Charging Station
• playground
• Dry Cleaning and Tailoring
• free shuttle bus
• Hair and Makeup Salon
• baby care room

How to get to Eastinye Park:

• Bus: 29Ş, 40B, 41C, 42
• Metro M2 (Yenikapi-Haciosman line)
• Minibus

2. Zorlu Center

Zorlu Center is Turkey's first residential space integrating five functions: residence, office, luxury 5-star hotel (Raffles Istanbul), shopping mall with more than 200 brands and cultural arts as a performing arts center Venue, Zorlu PSM, Turkey's largest performing arts center.

With its portfolio of brands, Zorlu Center offers visitors a unique shopping experience. Zorlu Center is located in the Besiktas district and is easily accessible by all means of public transport.

Zorlu Center services include:

• Valet Parking
• Wheelchair and Stroller Services
• Global Blue Tax Free
• free internet
• prayer room
• ATM
• PARKING LOT
• security locker
• lost item
• Electric Vehicle Charging Station

How to get to Zorlu Center:

• Bus: 122B, 122D, 25T, 29, 29A, 29C, 29D, 29P, 29İ, 36L, 40B, 41E, 41M, 42M, 42Z, 49Z, 58UL, 62, 63 (Gayrettepe stop)
• Metro line M2 (Gayrettepe station)
• Subway: 34A, 34AS, 34, 34G, 34Z
• minibus

3. City's Nisantasi

Located in Nisantasi, near Taksim Square and Tesvikiye Street, City's Nisantasi is one of the most prestigious locations in Istanbul. The Nisantasi area is most recommended as the neighborhood is known for its designer boutiques and is a great shopping area. It is well known among expats and locals alike with over 155 national and international brands.

For lovers of fashion, art and entertainment, the city's Nissan Tahi has become a popular destination. Its location in Nisantasi, striking architecture and unique shopping and entertainment experience earn it a spot among the best shopping malls in Turkey.

Istanbul city services include:

• Valet Parking
• Wheelchair and Stroller Services
• Global Blue Tax Free
• free internet
• prayer room
• ATM
• PARKING LOT
• lost item
• Electric Vehicle Charging Station
• mobile phone charger locker
• playground
• baby care room

How to get to the city of Nissantasi:

• Bus: 30A, 26, 40, 70D, 30M (Tesvikiye stop)
• Metro Line M2 (Osmanbey Station)
• Minibus

4. Akmerkez

Akmerkez is located in the Etiler district of Istanbul's Besiktas district. It is a shopping center integrating the three functions of shopping area, office area and residential area. The shopping area offers visitors 246 national and international shops. You can get there quickly by public transport and by car.
It is located in the luxurious part of the city, close to famous restaurants like Nusret, Ulus 29, Sunset Grill & Bar. The mall also hosts various art exhibitions and events featuring works by major artists.

Services Akmerkez include:

• Valet Parking
• Wheelchair and Stroller Services
• Global Blue Tax Free
• free internet
• prayer room
• ATM
• PARKING LOT
• lost item
• Electric Vehicle Charging Station
• playground
• baby care room
• click to collect
• pet stroller

How to reach Akmerkez:

• Bus: 43R, 58N, 59CH, 59K, 59N, 59R, 59RS, 59UC, 559C
• Metro line M6 (Etiler station)

5. Akasya

Akasya is located in Üsküdar district on the Anatolian side of Istanbul. Providing a pleasant shopping experience to its visitors, Akasya is a transportation hub that can be accessed from anywhere. Incorporating affordable and high-end brands from home and abroad, it offers its guests many firsts, socializing opportunities and special areas where children can have fun.

There are 15 movie theaters in Akasya, including the IMAX theater with the most modern technology in Europe. It is also home to Istanbul's leading jazz clubs and boutique fine dining restaurants.

Services Included by Akasya:

• valet parking
• Wheelchair and stroller services
• Global Blue Tax Refund
• free internet
• mosque
• ATMs
• Park area
• lost items
• Safety Locker
• busboy
• Click and Collect
• baby care room

How to Get to Akasya?

• Bus: All buses in the Kadıköy-Kartal direction take the E5 highway (Uzuncayir stop)
• Metro: M4 Kadıköy-Tavşantepe line (Ünalan station)
• Metrobus: 34AS, 34G, 34Z (Uzunçayır station)
• Marmaray: Ünalan station with Metro connection from Marmaray Ayrılık Çeşme station.
• Shuttle

6. IsFanbul

IsFanbul (formerly Vialand) offers a unique concept of indoor and outdoor shopping and dining experience. It has Turkey's first theme park with more than 30 unique attractions and toys. There are 100 shops, restaurants and cafes with local and foreign brands in İsFanbul.

Services IsFanbul Content:

• free internet
• Safety Locker
• theme park map
• scenic train
• gift shops

How to get to IsFanbul:

• Bus: 36T, 39D, 39O, 49, 49Z, 34Y, 99, 99Y
• Shuttle

7. Emaar Square Mall

Emaar Square makes shopping more accessible with the privileges it offers to its guests. Emaar Square Mall is home to 491 Italian, French, German and American brands worldwide. It also houses a fitness and wellness center to help its visitors relax.

It offers affordable, accessible luxury while offering options for all budgets in one place. Food and beverage options include both international cuisine and traditional Turkish cuisine. It hosts entertainment, music, art, culture and fashion events. You can find various events such as concerts, exhibitions, collections, design promotions.

Services Emaar Square Mall Content:

• Jet, helicopter, boat rental and tour
• Luxury limousine and car rental
• Valet and chauffeur service
• Daily city tours
• air taxi service
• busboy
• Wheelchair and stroller service
• electric vehicle charging station
• mosque
• baby care rooms
• free internet
• ATMs
• Park area

How to get to Emaar Square Mall:

• Metro: M4 Kadıköy-Ayrılıkçeşme line (Göztepe Station)
• Marmaray: From Ayrılık Çeşme Station, take the M4 metro line and get off at Göztepe Station.
• Metrobus: From Uzunçayır Station, take the M4 metro line and get off at Göztepe Station.

8.Forum Istanbul

Forum Istanbul was built as a miniature city in Bayrampaşa District, 10 km from the Old City. Forum Istanbul is Europe's largest shopping center with an area of 495,000 square meters and 286 local and foreign brands.

Forum Istanbul is home to Jurassic Land and Istanbul Sea Life Aquarium, where Europe's most common shark families are found. It offers different entertainment concepts such as movie theaters, entertainment centers, Flyride Helicopter Simulation, playgrounds.

Services Forum Istanbul Content:

• family rooms
• ATMs
• baby care rooms
• wheelchair service
• portable charger
• free internet
• lost items
• mosque
• free parking

How to go to Forum Istanbul?

• Bus: 32, 32A, 32T (Kartaltepe stop)
• Metro: M1A Yenikapı-Atatürk Airport line and M1B Yenikapı-Kirazlı line (Kocatepe Station)
• Marmaray: From Yenikapı Station, take the M1A Yenikapı-Atatürk Airport line and get off at Kocatepe Station.
• Metrobus: From Merter Stop, take the M1A Yenikapı-Atatürk Airport line and get off at Kocatepe Station.

9. Cevahir Shopping Center

Cevahir Shopping Center, one of Turkey's largest and leading shopping and entertainment centers, offers its guests a perfect experience with over 300 domestic and foreign brands. Since it is at a strategic point in Şişli, Istanbul, it can be reached from anywhere.

Services Included in Cevahir:

• mosque
• ATMs
• baby care room
• Wheelchair and stroller service
• Dry cleaner
• currency bureau
• Disabled lift
• Global Blue Tax Refund
• Park area
• free internet

How to go to Cevahir?

• Bus: HM4, 29Ş, 46E, 66, DT2, 25G, 26B, 30M, 46KT, 522, 27T, 41AT, 59A, 59CH, 79KM, 97M, 141M, 336M
• Metro: M2 Hacıosman-Yenikapı line (Şişli Mecidiyeköy Station)
• Metrobus: 34A, 34AS, 34G, 34, 34Z (Mecidiyeköy Station)

10.Historia

The Historia is close to the Aksaray metro station, in the Fatih district, near the Blue Mosque. Due to its close location to Eminönü and Sultanahmet, it is one of the favorite shopping centers of tourists.

The mall has many cafes and restaurants, among other services. It is the only mall in the old town. Although it is not very big, it meets every need and can be easily reached by transportation.

Services History includes:

• mosque
• ATMs
• baby care room

How to get to Historia:

• Bus: 31Y, 32T, 336, 38, 38Z, 79T, 97GE
• Metro: M1A, M1B
• Marmaray: Yenikapi Station
• Minibus
• Shuttle

Shopping centers such as Kanyon, Marmara Forum, Olivium Outlet Center, Buyaka, Tepe Nautilus, Özdilek Park and Capacity also open their doors for a pleasant shopping.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Which is the best outlet mall in Istanbul?

Olivium Outlet Center, Venezia Mega Outlet, Optimum Outlet Mall, Viaport Asia Outlet Center and Marmara Forum Mall are the best options for outlet shopping in Istanbul with market prices.

2. Where are the best places to hang out in Istanbul?

Shopping malls are some of the best places to hang out in Istanbul. You can meet your friends, have fun in entertainment centers, watch movies in movie theaters, taste traditional Turkish or international cuisine in restaurants and cafes.

3. Where is the best place to shop for clothes in Istanbul?

Istinye Park, Cevahir, Emaar Square Mall and Akasya are the best shopping centers with clothing stores that appeal to all styles.

4. Which is the most luxurious shopping mall in Istanbul?

Shopping malls such as Zorlu Center, İstinye Park, Emaar Square Mall are the most luxurious shopping centers with high-end fashion brands such as Hermes, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Fendi, Dior.

5. Where is the best and cheapest place to buy clothes in Istanbul?

Turkey is an outstanding option for budget travel. Shopping becomes more affordable as the foreign exchange gains value against the Turkish Lira. Besides luxury malls, the best and cheapest places to buy clothes are outlet centers and flea markets that sell branded clothes at lower prices.

6. Which is the biggest shopping mall in Istanbul?

Cevahir is the largest shopping center in Istanbul with a total usage area of 420,000 m2 and a leasable retail area of 110,000 m2.

7. How many shopping malls are there in Istanbul?

There are over 120 shopping malls in Istanbul, large and small. With this number, Istanbul has more shopping centers than many European countries.

8. Are luxury brands cheaper in Istanbul?

Turkey offers luxury products at lower prices compared to other countries. Since the consumption index is high in Istanbul, all transactions are carried out at lower prices compared to other countries.