Shopping in Kadikoy District

Etiya Res

Jul 21 14258 read

Shopping in Kadikoy District

Kadköy is one of Istanbul's most beautiful neighborhoods, known as the City of the Blind, Chalcedon, in the Ancient Greek Legend that recounts the story of Istanbul's founding.

If you're not one of those visitors who just visit Istanbul for a day, Kadikoy should certainly be on your second or third day itinerary. In Istanbul's Kadikoy, you may go shopping like a local. From Beyoglu (called Taksim) or Sultanahmet (Old City) to Kadikoy, there are a several options. The most common way is to take a ferry. You may also use the subway, which is quicker but also more dull. To get from Taksim to Kadikoy, you must first travel to the Karakoy-Kadikoy Boat Terminal and board a ferry that leaves every 20 minutes. From Istiklal Street or Galata Tower, it is quite simple to stroll to Karakoy. All you have to do now is stroll downward toward the shore. The Karakoy-Kadikoy Ferry Dock gets easier to locate as you approach closer to the Galata Bridge.

Shopping in Kadikoy

You can simply stroll to Fish Market to discover local stores after you are in Kadikoy. At Ciya Restaurant, you may also take a lunch break. You may go to Tellalzade Street, which is an antiques street. Fashion stores may also be found on Bahariye Street. After a half-day of shopping and walking, go to Moda, which is known for its stylish cafés and ice cream parlors.

Kadikoy Patisserie

Istanbul was a hub of social activity during the Ottoman Empire's last years. Non-Muslim families were highly engaged in the city's commerce, arts, and food industries. In Karakoy, Istiklal Street, and Kadikoy, remnants of this era (19th century) may be seen. The Greeks created some of Istanbul's most gorgeous dessert shops and restaurants. Baylan has a lengthy history in Istanbul as one of the Greek immigrant families. Baylan's delectable sweets can be found at their old-fashioned store in Kadikoy. Delicious cakes, profiteroles, and chocolates may be found here. In Bebek, Baylan has a more contemporary store (with a wonderful view of the Bosphorus).

Antique Shopping in Kadikoy

Tellalzade Street is also known as "Antique Seller Street." Small, charming stores selling antiques gathered from ancient Turkish homes along this route. From Kadikoy Fish Market to Bahariye Street, Tellalzade Street is a side street. It's also near to Kadife Street, which has a lot of clubs and taverns. Kadikoy is one of Istanbul's most renowned nightlife destinations. However, since this post is about eating and shopping, I didn't go into depth about it. If you want to learn more about Kadikoy's nightlife, check out our post on the finest bars in Istanbul.

Bahariye Street

You can stroll up to Bahariye Street after finishing the Kadikoy Fish Market to view Istanbul's fashionable stores. International brands such as Nike, Adidas, and Benetton, as well as local labels such as Mavi Jeans, Deriden, and Hotic, may be found.

Bahariye Street has something for everyone and is a great place to shop in Kadikoy. Meanwhile, when visiting Bahariye, don't forget to explore the passageways and side alleyways. Opera Onur Passage, for example, is excellent for finding low-cost, high-quality clothing. If you're in the Kadikoy neighborhood, be sure to visit some of the bars for the finest entertainment!