City: Turkey
Top Things to do in Turkey
Top Hotels in Turkey
- 1. Romance Istanbul Hotel
- 2. Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus
- 3. Concorde De Luxe Resort
- 4. Lara Barut Collection
- 5. Hilton Istanbul Bomonti Hotel & Conference Center
- 6. Hotel Yasmak Sultan
- 7. White House Hotel Istanbul
- 8. Kayakapi Premium Caves - Cappadocia
- 9. Swissotel The Bosphorus, Istanbul
- 10. Hotel Sultania
10 Gift & Specialty Shops in Turkey That You Shouldn't Miss
Turkey (Turkish: Türkiye [ˈtyɾcije]), officially the Republic of Turkey (Turkish: Türkiye Cumhuriyeti [ˈtyɾcije d͡ʒumˈhuɾijeti] ( listen)), is a transcontinental country in Eurasia, mainly in Anatolia in Western Asia, with a smaller portion on the Balkan peninsula in Southeast Europe. Turkey is bordered by eight countries with Greece and Bulgaria to the northwest; Georgia to the northeast; Armenia, the Azerbaijan and Iran to the east; and Iraq and Syria to the south. The country is encircled by seas on three sides with the Aegean Sea to the west, the Black Sea to the north, and the Mediterranean Sea to the south. The Bosphorus, the Sea of Marmara, and the Dardanelles, which together form the Turkish Straits, divide Thrace and Anatolia and separate Europe and Asia. Ankara is the capital while Istanbul is the country's largest city and main cultural and commercial centre, classified as a leading global city.
Restaurants in Turkey
1. Prens Leather
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 570 reviews
Free Transfer Service--Enjoy the complimentary transfer to our boutique store (Please visit our webpage) Prens Leather has been a family heritage boutique store for three generations. Located in the old city, Prens stands on Vezirhan Street; between the Column of Constantine (Cemberlitas) and Nuruosmaniye Mosque. As a trendsetter, Prens has its own boutique styles, as well as made-to-measure individual designs in leather and fur clothing and accessories. Offering the finest in quality and workmanship, Prens also stocks a large colorful range of traditional and contemporary Turkish design leather jackets.
Reviewed By Steve7022 - Scottsdale, United States
I stopped by here as part of my final stay in Istanbul. After having read about the fine quality and craftsmanship of luxury leather goods, by a family owned label spanning three generations, I was not disappointed. From courtesy transportation, to assisting with my selections, fitting, and tailoring by a welcoming and knowledgeable staff (who also shared fantastic insight about the city), it is a truly first rate shopping experience. If you want to see and experience the best Istanbul has to offer, PRENS is a must on any shopping itinerary. Great location too- so much to see and do while you're having your purchases tailored.
2. Jennifer's Hamam
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 883 reviews
The only company in country working directly with the last families of weavers, making the best quality towels, pestamel, bedcovers, robes, linens, table covers, etc. From only the best quality GOTS certified Turkish cotton, linen and silk. A must see for textile lovers.
Reviewed By kaksMontreal
It was hard to miss Jennifer’s Haman while walking through the streets of Istanbul last year. Spotting the distinctive, oversized Canadian flag in the window of the beautiful little shop provided a nationalistic breath of fresh air for this proud Canadian. I’ll spare you the details of the typically warm and inviting Turkish/Canadian hospitality that we encountered upon entering the store and get straight to the reason that we bought 4 bath towels, 2 hand towels, 6 face cloths and a pair of decorative, wooden bath slippers, and why I fell in love with everything else that I experienced that day. The first bonus as far as I’m concerned, was the fixed price attached to each item that allowed me to immediately determine whether I could or could not afford to buy what I consider to be these works of art. The practice of bargaining, albeit apparently amusing to most, is one that I personally abhor, especially when it is directed to the level of workmanship associated with hand weaving and in this case, its unique Turkish tradition. Firstly, the organic, 100% Turkish cotton towels are simply irresistible in appearance, quality and workmanship – the same goes for the linen and silk versions. The traditional designs executed by the talented weavers (who ply their trade on old- school shuttle looms) with whom jennifershamam.com works closely, are a perfect representation of craft, tradition and respect for skills that should be prized and hopefully never forgotten. As I was unable to make an in-person return visit this year, I opted for the virtual tour that Jennifer and her staff graciously offer on line. Happily, for me the end result, on this occasion was as rewarding as my visit last year. Haci, the sales manager guided me as I treated myself to a couple of well-deserved, amazing linen and silk towels. Granted, the in-person, in-store shopping experience can hardly be replicated but, securely wrapping my entire, soaking, wet body in my wonderful, newly acquired, traditional bath towel is the closest thing I’ve come to in a long while that makes me feel imminently rewarded and truly connected. Connected in some fashion to a few noble ways of the past, to traditions that are being reprised and most indulgently, to the security of knowing that I deserve not only to be well dried but also to be able to pamper myself in the privacy of my home. For this, I wish to thank Jennifer, Haci and all the wonderful women and men who are doing their best to make this world a better place.
3. Motif Collection
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 305 reviews
Since 1992, Motif Collection provides the best quality fully handcrafted carpets and kilims. Our collection also features carpets from around the Turkey, antique pieces and rare fragments. We also sell hand crafted Turkish ceramics hand made bone boxes and unique Turkish giftware.We are only dealing older Anatolian Dowry made Turkish carpets and kilims.We are also repairing and washing carpets and kilims.
Reviewed By sarahshg
If you're looking for an authentic Turkish rug in Istanbul, make sure that you either visit Motif Collection first or last, because it's the real deal. Hamit Balkir runs an unassuming shop that carries mostly vintage carpets that are full of color and character. Talking to Hamit was the single most educational thing for us to learn about vintage Turkish carpets; the beauty; the art; the tradition and role it had in Turkish culture. Hamit was patient and gracious and took all our questions. We left Istanbul with 2 gorgeous carpets and had them sent directly to our home in Malaysia.
4. Moon Light Souvenir Silver Shop
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 407 reviews
Reviewed By 700ciaranc
My favourite shop owner I have ever met in the whole of Turkey! Julia and her husband were so friendly and gave me plenty of advice on which ring to choose for my engagement. I could have stayed in the shop all day, talking about life in Selcuk and being offered Turkish tea. What an experience! There was no pressure to buy anything and the large number of jewellery items was just amazing and made it very hard to pick!! I have definitely made a friend in that shop and will be back again in the future!!!
5. Tribal Collections Nomadic Rugs and Textiles
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5.0 based on 285 reviews
Ruth Lockwood is the owner of Tribal Collections - a beautiful rug gallery in a restored cave house, in the village of Goreme, Cappadocia. Originally from NZ, and with 30yrs of expertise in Turkey, her gallery has an established reputation for integrity and quality and is a leading choice for those looking to learn, or to acquire, a beautiful hand-woven rug, flat-woven kilim or tribal weaving. Ruth can help you navigate the stunning styles, intricate designs and rich color palettes to find the rug that İs just 'right' for you and expresses your individuality. She buys at source and chooses each of her rugs personally so you can be assured of their quality & authenticity. You are welcome to spend time with her, browse and enjoy, or learn more about motifs, dyes and traditions that make every carpet unique. She has a wide-open door policy and fixed prices: making it easy for you to compare and importantly you know you are with a trusted professional who is passionate about rugs!
Reviewed By ChristinaM645 - Burleson, United States
My parents and I first met Ruth in the early 2000s. Last spring during the midst of the pandemic, I worked via email with Ruth to select some kilim cushion covers for the house my husband and I had just moved into. The attached picture are a mix of some I purchased in 2015 during a visit to Turkey and some that were shipped to us during the pandemic. Online ordering was easy and secure, and shipping was fast. But nothing compares to actually visiting her store.
6. Sultan Carpet
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5.0 based on 388 reviews
Sultan Carpet shop established in 1989 and has been serving with the best way to the customers who come from all over in the world and has been in the same place and the same name for 29 years.
Reviewed By senomzn - Serpong, Indonesia
I was planning to Sultan Carpets after reading the reviews they had over here, and I was NOT disappointed. I was greeted by Ali and Mustafa the first day I got there, they first choice I have to make on their shop is between a Turkish tea, or an Apple tea. They talked me through the ranges of carpets types, qualities, and prices. He wasn't hesitated to unroll any of his carpets to give me choices of which one carpets suits me the best, the price are very very reasonable, InsyaAllah the carpets I got will suits the house really fine. Ali's English is exceptional, I know so many Turkish around Göreme speaks English but there is something different with him, turns out he spent time in America for 5 years which explains a lot, him and Mustafa were very honest about their business, they are very comfortable to talk to, a genuine carpet shop runs by genuine carpet lover persons. Me as a moslem brother is proud to see our brother have such dedication and honesty, a very good example of Turkish hospitality! I really wanna go back to Göreme, and with God's will if I do, I'll definitely visit Sultan Carpet again!
7. Tuncer Gift Shop
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5.0 based on 408 reviews
Tuncer Gift Shop is located in Sultanahmet since 2000s. At the beginning, we started working just on the street and just with one person who is our founder. After a while we expanded our job and we opened first showroom in 2008. When we came to 2012, we have five showrooms in Istanbul and nearly 15 team members.We believe that customers are special; so we made each showroom special by itself. We have two showrooms for ceramics, one shop for special home textile and carpets and one showroom is just for selling jewellery. Our products are also special only for our showrooms and you cannot find the same product in any other shops.
Reviewed By emilywS5017IA
If you are looking for Turkish lamps SKIP THE BAZAAR AND COME HERE! am typically not one to leave a review, but this store is amazing and the staff is extremely friendly. Did not feel hassled or pressured. I bought a beautiful chandelier with 7 dangling lamps for 950 Turkish Lira (~$114 USD) after the staff member assisting me gave me a discount. Extremely affordable and beautiful. The associate was patient with me and gave me tons of options in choosing which lamps I wanted. He advised me which lamps were of higher quality and which lamps were not as sturdy. Very well packaged and secured. They made it easy to pack into my suitcase. Beautiful, high quality lamps. Great deal, affordable. The other souvenirs were beautiful as well.
8. Aslan Gift Shop
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5.0 based on 266 reviews
We Are Selling High Quality Souvenirs For Our Visitors To Remind Good Memories Of Istanbul Or Giving Their Friends As A Gift. Nargiles, Nazars, Mugs, Bracelets And Every Kind Of Turkish Themed Gifts Are Being Sold In Our Fancy Shop In Sirkeci/istanbul.
Reviewed By 827rebeccahb - Chapel Hill, United States
Located in cute arcade, near lots of restaurants and coffee shops, Aslan has great souvenirs and all are well-priced. Shop owner, Fahri, was very friendly and wrapped all my purchases up very carefully. Some beautiful hand-painted goods available. Definitely worth a visit.
9. Latina Goldsmiths
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5.0 based on 339 reviews
We are a goldsmith workshop with over 35 years experience, melting gold, platinum and silver to create new designs. Diamonds and gemstones. Repairs, rhodium, we give free quotes and all work is guaranteed! We can also melt old jewellery to make new designs, for example if you have lost a favourite earring we can make another. Sentimental rings worn thin we can melt them together to make a new one. Carve gold and witting. We have many photos of our workmanship, designs to choose from. Visit us if you would like something special to you!
10. La Tulip Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 118 reviews
Traaditional turkish hand crafts yousoon will welcome you as my guest I m looking forward to explain and show, about my culture,how is important hand craft are important our lifetime...see soon..
Reviewed By OysterHB - Herne Bay, United Kingdom
We visited La Tulip several times last September and enjoyed drinks and chats with Ali each time. He is very proud of his shop/gallery, it is a real a treasure trove. Ali makes you feel very welcome and enjoys your company and telling you about Turkish life. I bought a pair of Ali’s hand made shoes, they are so comfortable and very good quality.... Thank you Ali ???? Be sure to visit La Tulip on your visit to Selcuk, it will be a memorable experience.
