The Egyptian Bazaar, known locally as Mısır Çarşısı or the Spice Bazaar, is one of Istanbul’s oldest and most atmospheric covered markets, completed in 1664 as part of the New Mosque complex in Eminönü. Its distinctive L-shaped arcade of vaulted stone corridors has remained largely unchanged for over three and a half centuries.
The bazaar is renowned above all for its extraordinary range of spices, dried herbs, teas and Turkish delights, whose mingling aromas create an instantly memorable sensory experience. Beyond spices, visitors will find shops selling artisanal cheeses, cured meats, lokum, baklava, fresh nuts and a wide variety of traditional Turkish gifts and souvenirs.
Smaller and considerably less crowded than the Grand Bazaar, the Egyptian Bazaar offers a more relaxed and manageable shopping experience without sacrificing authenticity or variety. Its location beside the Bosphorus ferry terminal at Eminönü also makes it an ideal stop when exploring the waterfront and surrounding historic neighbourhoods.