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Izmir

Shopping in Izmir

  1. A

    Bazaar

    İzmir's Bazaar is a little slice of fast-vanishing Turkey; this is also the place to head for İzmir's heart and soul. It's a great place to get lost for a few hours amid the stalls, sound of caged songbirds, wedding dress shops and spice stalls. Seek out if you can the flower and bead markets, then stop for a reviving shot of Turkish coffee in one of the delightful cafés at its core.

    reviewed

  2. B

    Sipahi Okey

    For traditional Turkish souvenirs, try this place with lovely tavla (backgammon sets), strings of Turkish chillies to cheer up your kitchen or your cuisine, and lovely beaded jewellery.

    reviewed

  3. C

    Artı Kitabevi

    English-speaking, friendly bookshop with a good selection of English-language and speciality art books.

    reviewed

  4. D

    Alp

    This amazing shop specialises in the famous evil eye beads.

    reviewed

  5. E
  6. F

    Konak Pier Shopping Centre

    On the jetty built by Gustav Eiffel, this modern mall is spacious and stylish. There's a cinema, good Turkish fashion stores and two smart waterside cafes.

    reviewed

  7. G
  8. H

    Arma Kitap & Cafe

    Not the widest selection of English language titles at this very popular bookshop and cafe but plenty of good international magazines and some sweet tunes to fill out a lazy afternoon near the sea.

    reviewed