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Private Market Tour: Walk Through Historic Bazaars of İstanbul

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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.

What's Included

  • Private Tour
  • Professional Tour Guide
  • Transportation(unless selected)
  • Lunch, Drinks
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Meeting and Pickup

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The guide can meet guests at their centrally located hotels or the meeting point. Pick-up with a van is only offered if the option is booked.

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Binbirdirek
At Meydanı Caddesi, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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What To Expect

Grand Bazaar

Commissioned 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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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Zincirli Han

As 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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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • The remaining 2 hours and 30 minutes will be allotted for the travel(walk) time between each attractions.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Market Tour: Walk Through Historic Bazaars of İstanbul?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Market Tour: Walk Through Historic Bazaars of İstanbul?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
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Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Private Tour.
  • Professional Tour Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Transportation(unless selected).
  • Lunch, Drinks.
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

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Accessibility information for the Private Market Tour: Walk Through Historic Bazaars of İstanbul is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Market Tour: Walk Through Historic Bazaars of İstanbul will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Professional Tour Guide
  • Transportation(unless selected)
  • Lunch, Drinks

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • The remaining 2 hours and 30 minutes will be allotted for the travel(walk) time between each attractions.

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