The Most Important Malls in Istanbul

Istanbul is a city that, in addition to tourist attractions, is also famous for its wide variety of shopping centers. These shopping centers, whose number reaches more than 130 centers in this city, some of which are the most important shopping centers in Istanbul, and have attracted the attention of tourists. Hence, not only can you buy a variety of items from them, but they are also great places to spend time.

The Best Shopping Malls in Istanbul with Reasonable Prices

Istanbul is one of the most attractive travel destinations in Turkey, where every corner of it, is an amazing combination of cultures and diverse attractions. This city provides many options for tourists to explore and enjoy their trip, one of the most popular of which is shopping centers in Istanbul. In this way, tourists can have a special experience of shopping and exploring the city at the same time (regardless of whether they want to travel on tour to Istanbul or planned it by themselves).

Based on this, Istanbul shopping centers include modern, luxury, old, and localized types, and each one has its own unique features and charms. Among these features, we can mention competitive prices and special discounts, various domestic and foreign brands, and high-quality items; at the same time, interesting and historical architectures in old markets in contrast to modern architectures with spectacular structures are other noteworthy points in Istanbul shopping centers.

Also, many stores and shops in Istanbul's modern and luxury shopping centers have facilities such as coffee shops, restaurants, cinemas, child care or entertainment centers, etc.; on the other hand, in the old bazaars, which are full of handicrafts, spices, colorful fabrics, decorative objects, jewelry, etc., you can go to traditional restaurants and teahouses and have a good time with your friends or family.

Istanbul Shopping Centers

As you know, "Bosphorus Strait (İstanbul Boğazı)" has divided Istanbul into two sides; accordingly, the side closer to Asia is called "the Asian side of Istanbul (İstanbul'un Asya Yakası)," and the side closer to Europe is called "the European side of Istanbul (İstanbul'un Avrupa Yakası)". In such a situation, regardless of which side you want to book a hotel in Istanbul, you can easily access the most luxurious shopping centers in Istanbul or other types of them on both sides; for this reason, for easier access, we will introduce the most important shopping centers in Istanbul separately from the Asian and European sides.

Istanbul Shopping Centers on the Asian Side

In general, tourists are always advised to make a list of the places they want to visit or want to buy from them before traveling and buying a flight ticket to Istanbul. This issue will help them to find the cheapest shopping malls in Istanbul or the most luxurious ones easily, in addition to reducing their traffic costs. Therefore, if you are on the Asian side of Istanbul and want to go to the shopping centers of Istanbul on the Asian side, the most important shopping centers of Istanbul on this side are:

Metropol Istanbul Shopping Center

"Metropol Istanbul AVM," which is actually a residential complex, part of which is considered as the commercial-administrative units and other parts for the shopping center. This building, built on an area of ​​800,000 square meters, has 250 shops of domestic and foreign brands, and also has: a bank, clinic, exchange, and "John Reed" fitness centers; among the famous brands that you can buy in Metropol Istanbul shopping center, are: Beymen, Adidas, Avva, Blackspeed, Boyner, Cacharel, Columbia, D&R, Dagi and Dockers.

Address: Ertuğrul, Atatürk Mahallesi Ataşehir Bulvarı, Gazi Sokak, 34758 Ataşehir.

Viaport Istanbul Shopping Mall

"Viaport Istanbul AVM," unlike other indoor shopping malls, offers a pleasant shopping experience in the open air. Viaport is designed as an "Outlet" center, with the atmosphere of a Mediterranean city and in such a way that you can walk among seasonal flowers and shop windows. This mall has a special section for eating and drinking next to the artificial lake and a simulated natural environment full of peacocks, ducks, cats, dogs, and rabbits.

Address: Yenişehir, Dedepaşa Cd No:19, 34912 Pendik.

Akasya Shopping Mall

One of the biggest shopping malls in Istanbul is the "Akasya Shopping Mall" in the "Uskudar" district, with a variety of domestic and foreign brands. This shopping center, which has about 255 shops with items such as: clothes, furniture, watches, jewelry, shoes, bags, etc., has facilities such as a restaurant and a center for children called "KidZania". Akasya shopping center has a unique architecture, and walking through its different floors and looking at shop windows is very attractive; note, by renting a furnished house in Istanbul and Uskudar district, you can have easier access to this shopping center and its surrounding attractions.

Address: Acıbadem, Çeçen Sok. No:25, 34660 Üsküdar.

Istanbul Outlet Park

"İstanbul Outlet Park," as one of the famous outlets built on an area of ​​56 thousand square meters, is located in the "Buyukcekmece (Büyükçekmece)" district. This shopping center is near the "Marmara" and "Trakya" districts, and due to reasonable prices, you can easily buy various items from famous brands. Among the features of Istanbul Outlet Park shopping center, we can mention its interesting architecture, glass roof, dedicated parking lot, number of shops, and variety of goods.

Address: Cumhuriyet, E-5 Yanyolu, 34522 Büyükçekmece.

Maltepe Istanbul Shopping Center

"Maltepe Istanbul AVM," in the district of ​​the same name, consists of 4 sections; these sections, which include: Hilltown, MaltepePark, Piazza Maltepe, and Ritim İstanbul, have made shopping enthusiasts able to have a different experience. In Maltepe Istanbul shopping center, various types of items from famous Turkish and foreign brands are sold, and other facilities include: a children's playground, special paths for wheelchairs, a cinema, a restaurant, a coffee shop, a child care center, etc.

Address: Bağlarbaşı, Bağdat Cad. No:114, 34844 Maltepe.

Sultanbeyli Shopping Center

"Sultanbeyli" district is in the easternmost part of Istanbul, near "Sabiha Gokcen Airport (Sabiha Gökçen Havalimanı)" therefore, staying in this district can have many advantages for tourists; among these advantages, there are many large and small shopping malls that make it unnecessary to go to other districts of Istanbul to buy the items you like. The most famous of these shopping centers is "Plato," which is on several floors and has a lot of beautiful and attractive shops.

Address: Abdurrahmangazi, Fatih Blvd. No:97, 34920 Sultanbeyli.

Kartal Shopping Centers

The quiet and beautiful district of ​​"Kartal," near the south coast of the Marmara Sea, is one of the best places for shopping in Istanbul. This district, whose most famous shopping centers are "Kartal Park AVM," "Marmara Anatolium," and "IstMarina," you can buy various items in them. These shopping centers are luxurious, and because of their structural and architectural features, they are also attractive places for tourists.

·         Address of Kartal Park AVM: Kordonboyu, Şehzade Cd. No:4, 34860 Kartal.

·         Address of Marmara Anatolium AVM (Anatolium Marmara): Soğanlık Yeni, Soğanlik D-100 Kuzey Yanyol No:72, 34880 Kartal

·         Address of İstMarina AVM: Kordonboyu, Ankara Cd. No:145, 34860 Kartal

Kadikoy Shopping Centers

The famous "Kadikoy" district in the south of Istanbul, close to many tourist attractions of the city, is among the first choices for tourists to stay and shop; therefore, considering that access to the Kadikoy district is easy, you can easily go to its famous shopping centers such as: Kozzy, Tepe Nautilus, and Primme Mall.

·         Address of Kozzy Shopping Center: Kozyatağı, Buket Sk. No:14, 34742 Kadıköy.

·         Address of Tepe Nautilus Shopping Center: Acıbadem, Fatih Sk. No:1, 34718 Kadıköy.

·         Address of Primme Mall Shopping Center: Osmanağa, Halitağa Cd. No:33, 34714 Kadıköy.

Pendik Shopping Centers

"Pendik" district in the east of Istanbul has four famous shopping malls named "Pendorya," "Neomarin," "Viaport Asya Outlet," and "Atlas," which easily suit different tastes. Note that Pendorya and Neomarin shopping centers are located close to each other, each of which can be accessed via the street of "Kurtkoy Pendik Baglantisi"; it should be noted that if you also want to pay less for your traffic to different districts of Istanbul, you can rent a car in Istanbul.

·         Address of Pendorya Shopping Center: Çamçeşme, Fabrika Sk., 34899 Pendik.

·         Address of Neomarin Shopping Center: E5 Yolu Üzeri Kaynarca Mah. Tersane Kavşağı, Elka Sk No:33, 34890 Pendik.

·         Address of Viaport Asya Outlet Shopping Center: Yenişehir, Dedepaşa Cd No:19, 34912 Pendik.

·         Address of Atlas Shopping Center: Yenişehir, Dedepaşa Cd No:19, 34912 Pendik.

Umraniye Shopping Centers

The "Ümraniye" district is one of the developing districts of Istanbul on the Asian side, where popular shopping centers can be found; these shopping centers, where you can buy various items from different brands, are suitable places to have a great shopping experience and spend time. The most famous shopping malls in Umraniye are: Canpark, Buyaka, Akyaka, Metrogarden, Meydan, and Nazik Home.

·         Address of Canpark Shopping Centers: Yamanevler, Alemdağ Cd No:169, 34768 Ümraniye.

·         Address of Buyaka Shopping Centers: Fatih Sultan Mehmet, Mahallesi, Balkan Cd. No:56, 34770 Ümraniye.

·         Address of Akyaka Shopping Centers: İnkılap, Dr. Adnan Büyükdeniz Cd. No: 7, 34768 Ümraniye.

·         Address of Metrogarden Shopping Centers: Necip Fazıl, Alemdağ Cd. No:940, 34773 Ümraniye.

·         Address of Meydan Shopping Centers: Fatih Sultan Mehmet, Balkan Cd. No:62, 34771 Ümraniye.

·         Address of Nazik Home Shopping Centers: Ataturk Mahallesi Alemdağ Caddesi Çiftlik Sokak No 21, 34764 Ümraniye.

Istanbul Shopping Centers on the European Side

As you know, attractions like the "Hagia Sophia Mosque (Ayasofya Cami)" are mainly located on the European side of Istanbul, and for this reason, tourists prefer this side of the city for sightseeing. For this reason, perhaps it is not surprising that tourists like to stay in the European side of Istanbul, for example, to have easier access to shopping centers in the Taksim district; at the same time, the other most important shopping centers in Istanbul on the European side are as follows:

Forum Istanbul Shopping Center

Undoubtedly, one of the biggest shopping malls in Istanbul is the "Forum İstanbul AVM" in the "Bayrampaşa" district. This shopping center, with 286 shops on two floors, is an ideal place for shopping and spending time. Also, there are facilities such as: LEGOLAND Discovery Center, SEA LIFE İstanbul Aquarium, FunLab, Cinemaximum cinemas, and Joypark in "the Forum Istanbul shopping center" so that those who come to this place can experience shopping and entertainment at the same time.

Address: Kocatepe, Paşa Cd, 34045 Bayrampaşa.

Mall of Istanbul (MOI)

"Mall of İstanbul (MOİ)" in "Basaksehir (Başakşehir)" district was built in 2014 with the inspiration of "Seven Hills of Istanbul (İstanbul'un Yedi Tepesi)" monuments; this shopping center, which has traces of architectural structures from buildings such as: Sultan Ahmet, Taksim and Yildiz Park (Yıldız Parkı), with wide corridors, consists of: 4 residential buildings, 1 admionistrative building, 1 hotel and 1 center for shopping. Mall of Istanbul has 350 shops, an exhibition center, a theater and concert hall, an indoor amusement park, and a Cinetech cinema.

Address: İkitelli OSB, Süleyman Demirel Blv No:7, 34490 Başakşehir.

212 Istanbul Power Outlet

As an Outlet Center, 212 İstanbul Power is a place where you can buy the latest series of surplus items at reasonable prices. This shopping center with unique architecture is located on several floors in the "Bagcilar (Bağcılar)" district and has a variety of facilities to meet people's needs and entertainment; among these things, we can refer to restaurants, coffee shops, places for gathering, cinema, etc.

Address: Mahmutbey, Taşocağı Yolu Cad. No:5, 34218 Bağcılar.

Zorlu Shopping Center

Another big shopping center in Istanbul is the "Zorlu Center" shopping center in the famous "Besiktas (Beşiktaş)" district. This shopping center consists of: administrative units, a residential part, a gym, and shopping centers, and to put it simply, it has brought all the necessary facilities for life in one place under one roof; also, beautiful structure and architecture, green space for relaxing and walking, coffee shop and restaurant, cinema, etc., are other advantages of shopping in this dream place.

Address: Levazım, Vadi Caddesi Zorlu Center No:2, 34340 Beşiktaş.

Olivium Outlet Center

"Olivium Outlet Center" in "Zeytinburnu" district is considered one of Istanbul's first auction shopping centers. This shopping center, with 132 stores and a dedicated parking lot with a capacity of 800 cars, is one of the best places to buy all kinds of domestic and foreign brands at reasonable prices. Also, in addition to shopping, you can have fun at the entertainment centers available in Olivium Outlet, such as: a cinema, bowling alley, karting, and children's entertainment area. It is recommended to go to this center for shopping on Tuesdays because more discounts are applied in "Tuesday Market (Salı Pazarı)".

Address: Beştelsiz, Prof. Muammer Aksoy Cad. No:30, 34020 Zeytinburnu.

Venezia Shopping Center

"Venezia AVM & Outlet" in "Gaziosmanpasa (Gaziosmanpaşa)" district, consists of about 180 different shops. This shopping center, whose name was chosen because of its structural similarity to the city of "Venice," has artificial rivers built inside it, where Venetian boats take visitors from one part to another; among the other features of the Venezia Shopping Center are the construction of 5 residential towers around it, Italian restaurants and cafes with an international menu, along with a variety of different products.

Address: Karadeniz, Eski Edirne Asf. Viaport Venezia AVM No:408, 34250 Gaziosmanpaşa.

Vadi Istanbul Shopping Center

The mall, which is one of the biggest commercial centers in Istanbul in the "Vadi" district, is also considered one of the best and most reliable shopping centers in Istanbul. "Vadi Istanbul Mall," with more than 270 clothing stores of famous Turkish and foreign brands, has: several cafes and restaurants, entertainment centers for adults and children, and one of the most advanced cinemas in the world with video technologies.

Address: Ayazağa, Azerbaycan Cd. No: 3/C, 34396 Sarıyer.

Istinye Park Shopping Center

The "Istinye Park Mall" shopping center in the "Sariyer (Sarıyer)" district is one of the most prestigious shopping centers in Istanbul, offering the most famous domestic and foreign brands. This shopping center, which has more than 300 shops offering goods such as clothes, shoes, jewelry, and accessories, as well as several restaurants, cafes, cinemas, and entertainment centers for children, has significantly contributed to meeting the needs of the people of Istanbul.

Address: Pınar, Katar Cd No:11, 34460 Sarıyer.

Vialand Shopping Center

One of the best outdoor shopping malls in Istanbul, with more than 250 stores on the European side in ​​the Eyup district, is the "Vialand AVM"; due to its interesting structure, this beautiful mall is an ideal place for shopping, walking, and spending time with friends and family members. Remember, if for any reason you have a problem with your traffic to this place or other districts of Istanbul, you can "Rent a Car with a Driver (Transfer)" to make your traffic easier.

Address: Yeşilpınar, Şht. Metin Kaya Sk. No: 11, 34065 Eyüpsultan.

Istanbul Sapphire Shopping Center

"Istanbul Sapphire Mall" is located in the famous "Kagithane (Kağıthane)" district, in the "Sapphire Tower"; this shopping center has various shops with all kinds of domestic and foreign brands, and visitors can enjoy going to restaurants, cafes and a virtual helicopter tour over Istanbul in addition to shopping.

Address: Emniyet Evleri, Eski Büyükdere Cd. No:1, 34415 Kağıthane.

Galleria Shopping Center in Bakirkoy

The beautiful and luxurious "Galleria Shopping Mall" in "Bakirkoy" district is another shopping center in Istanbul with more than 130 shops. In this shopping center, where you can easily buy all kinds of domestic and foreign brands, a large space under the glass roof is provided so that you can relax and meet your friends there. Galleria AVM has other facilities, such as several restaurants, cafes, a cinema, a children's entertainment center, and a bowling and skiing hall, which have increased its popularity.

Address: Ataköy 1., Kennedy Cad., 34158 Bakırköy.

Historia Shopping Mall and Living Center

Certainly, one of the most vibrant modern shopping centers in Istanbul, with numerous luxury shops of the best brands, is the "Historia Shopping Center"; this mall, which is located in the "Fatih" district, has six floors and is considered one of the most magnificent shopping centers in Istanbul; among the facilities available in the Historia shopping center, we can mention a childcare center, a medical center, a cinema, proximity to public transportation, etc.

Address: İskenderpaşa, Adnan Menderes Blvd. No:2, 34080 Fatih.

Sisli Shopping Centers

As you know, the "Sisli (Şişli)" district is one of Istanbul's most famous and oldest districts, with many popular shopping centers. Accordingly, shopping centers such as: Cevahir AVM, Trump Tower Mall, Kanyon, and City Nişantaşı Shopping Center are more popular; these shopping centers are mostly luxurious and have several floors, and due to the number of shops and domestic and foreign brands, they easily make the desired items available to customers.

Another feature of Sisli shopping centers is the proximity of this district to the shopping centers of the Taksim district, and for this reason, you can see many tourists and people interested in shopping in them.

·         Address of Cevahir Shopping Center: 19 Mayıs, Büyükdere Cd. No:22, 34360 Şişli.

·         Address of Trump Tower Shopping Mall: Mecidiyeköy, Mecidiyeköy Yolu Cd. No:12, 34400 Şişli.

·         Address of Kanyon Shopping Center: Levent, Büyükdere Cd. No:185, 34394 Şişli.

·         Address of City Nisantasi AVM: Teşvikiye, Teşvikiye Cd. No:12, 34365 Şişli.

Shopping Centers in Istanbul near Taksim Square

Due to the popularity of the Taksim region and the number of tourist attractions around it, as well as shopping centers, many tourists prefer to go shopping in this part of the city. Hence, some of the best shopping centers in Istanbul near Taksim are:

·         Kale Outlet Center

·         Beyoglu Is Shopping Center (Beyoğlu İş Merkezi AVM)

·         Viaport Asia Outlet Shopping

·         Olivium Outlet Center

·         212 Istanbul Power Outlet

Other Markets in Istanbul

As you know, the shopping centers of Istanbul are not limited to the ones mentioned, and when you travel to this historical city, you should definitely consider going to its old and local markets; accordingly, centers such as Istanbul Grand Bazaar (Kapalıçarşı), Kadikoy Bazaar (Kadıköy Pazarı), and many old and regional markets are ideal for sightseeing and buying various items at reasonable prices.