Go Shopping in Taksim Square!
Go Shopping in Taksim Square!
Taksim Square, one of the most touristic and historical places in Istanbul, has so many opportunities for those who want shopping and discovering old stores. This region is one of the oldest settlements in Istanbul and has huge passages with different kinds of stores. Besides, in Istiklal Street, there are tens of historical buildings which attract great attention from tourists. This is why Taksim Square and its surroundings are the best spots to discover Istanbul.
If you want to purchase either yourself or your friends something unusual while touring between historical buildings, you should see these pleasant shopping points!
Demirören Shopping Mall
As we mentioned before, there are so many opportunities in Istiklal Street for those who love shopping. Although there are dozens of passages, there are different facilities like Demirören Shopping Mall for shopping mall lovers.
Hosting a total of 41 stores with an area of 19 thousand square meters, Demirören Shopping Mall can be a good option for shopping. If you are a shopping mall person, you can continue to discover Taksim after purchasing some stuff in your comfort place!
Galata Slope
Located around Taksim and at the end of Istiklal Caddesi, Galata has become some kind of fashion paradise in recent years. There are so many shopping options such as musical instruments, specially designed stores, and even second-hand shops. You can find whatever you are looking for in the Galata Slope. Plus, Galata Tower creates an amazing and historical atmosphere. Enjoy it!
Grand Pera Shopping Center
Grand Pera Shopping Center, located in one of the historical and most valuable buildings of BeyoÄŸlu, is another great shopping center suggestion for those who will shop around Taksim Square. You can shop and visit the precious collections of famous brands here. It can be a great experience for you!
Historical Passages
Besides shopping malls, there are many historical passages on Istiklal Street. Nowadays most of them are full of shops and stores where you can find whatever you want. From jewelry to clothes, bags, and antiques, you can find everything in these passages. You can also enjoy shopping by visiting other famous passages in Taksim such as Atlas Passage, Aznavur Passage, and Terkos Passage. Just an advice, do not leave Beyoglu without touring them all!
Karaköy Boutiques
Another great place to shop around Taksim Square is Karaköy. Karaköy has a completely different atmosphere than Istiklal Street because there are brand new stores opened in recent years, which is also very enjoyable. You can also find second-hand stores as we mentioned about Galata Slope.
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