Kemeralti Market
Kemeralti Market
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This colorful area of the city is known for its antiques and elegant shops. Visitors will also fine many good seafood restaurants here.
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Meowy
Montgomery, AL523 contributions
Sep 2022
I went here with a friend on a Saturday and the crowds were just crazy. I'd say this Bazaar is even more crowded than the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul. You can find just about everything you are looking for here, from specialty gifts, cafe shops, rugs to stationary supplies and more. On the weekends, this market gets really crowded and it becomes very difficult to walk thru, so I recommend going on the weekdays to enjoy it more. A very interesting experience to say the least.
Written October 7, 2022
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Shelly S
Yukon, OK61 contributions
Sep 2022
This port was a fill in on our recent cruise, and we had done much of the tours in the area before, so we just planned to get off the ship and see a bit of the city on our own. We took a taxi from cruise port, which was easy with an English speaking helper to tell our drivers where we wanted to go (6 people = 2 taxis). Not so easy on the way back from the Clock Tower Plaza (which is close to the Market), as drivers do not understand English at all! One of our travel mates showed driver a map on phone of the cruise port, and he finally figured it out and called a friend for a 2nd taxi.
Our goal on this visit was just to see a little bit of Izmir (it was very large) and shop for some designer bags for family. We wandered to market for an hour or so, with lots of people trying to "get us to go with them" to see what they were selling. We were surprised at how many Bridal and after 5 type shops there were here! We found some beautiful bags and were happy with our short visit in Izmir; not sure there was much else to do except tour the city and see museums. The market was much more interesting to us!
Our goal on this visit was just to see a little bit of Izmir (it was very large) and shop for some designer bags for family. We wandered to market for an hour or so, with lots of people trying to "get us to go with them" to see what they were selling. We were surprised at how many Bridal and after 5 type shops there were here! We found some beautiful bags and were happy with our short visit in Izmir; not sure there was much else to do except tour the city and see museums. The market was much more interesting to us!
Written September 21, 2022
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Mohit
Noida, India339 contributions
Dec 2019
If you are looking for shopping for souvenirs, or chocolates or Turkish tea/coffee, and you have planned for Izmir then instead of buying these things from grand bazaar in Istanbul, buy them here at Kemeralti. Just like any other local bazaar there is always a scope of negotiation and you still need to bargain here but the prices here are much more realistic than grand bazaar.
Also, the vendors here do not force you to enter their shops or try their commodity. I found shopping in Kemeralti a much peaceful and pleasant experience than grand bazaar. I simply cannot stop comparing the two. Also, you can find almost everything here. It's huge. There are branded showrooms, great restaurants, small shops for souvenirs and there are dedicated streets for specific type of goods. Like there is a small street with only shops selling shoes. There is a street full of shops selling seafood, one with all the restaurants and so on.
Overall you can easily spend 3-4 hours here even if you do not want to shop much.
Also, it is at a close proximity to Konak metro and bus station so it is very easily accessible through public transport.
Also, the vendors here do not force you to enter their shops or try their commodity. I found shopping in Kemeralti a much peaceful and pleasant experience than grand bazaar. I simply cannot stop comparing the two. Also, you can find almost everything here. It's huge. There are branded showrooms, great restaurants, small shops for souvenirs and there are dedicated streets for specific type of goods. Like there is a small street with only shops selling shoes. There is a street full of shops selling seafood, one with all the restaurants and so on.
Overall you can easily spend 3-4 hours here even if you do not want to shop much.
Also, it is at a close proximity to Konak metro and bus station so it is very easily accessible through public transport.
Written January 10, 2020
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Chrissie
Woodbridge, UK4 contributions
Sep 2022
The market is in one of the oldest areas of Izmir. It is really big and offers so much. You can buy almost anything and the atmosphere is vibrant. You maybe hassled occasionally but maintain politeness and be persistent in saying no firmly you will get by. There are also numerous cafés for refreshments.
Written September 26, 2022
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manxseasider
Ramsey, UK309 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
This is a review of the Kemeralti district surrounding the bazaar.
We didn’t prioritise the Kemeralti bazaar because of the pressures we had read about from stall holders. However the surrounding streets were plenty entertaining enough , tucked in to a narrow maze of streets leading out from Konak Square. Rich array of goods in all colours and forms. Prices in Turkey seem really cheap and many places accept Euros rather than Turkish lira.
We didn’t prioritise the Kemeralti bazaar because of the pressures we had read about from stall holders. However the surrounding streets were plenty entertaining enough , tucked in to a narrow maze of streets leading out from Konak Square. Rich array of goods in all colours and forms. Prices in Turkey seem really cheap and many places accept Euros rather than Turkish lira.
Written October 23, 2022
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Kokk
Kristiansand, Norway103 contributions
Jul 2022 • Friends
If you like shopping Kemeralti is perfect. The old basar is a karavanserai and have parts that is more than 300 years old. I recommend you to take a look of the buildings, not only the stuff inside the shops.The area is hustling and bustling all day. In summerseason an early visit could be more comfortable than afternoon visit. Dont forget to sit down with a glas of tea .
Written July 23, 2022
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majeo
Miami, FL2,846 contributions
Jul 2021 • Family
Welcome to the fake world, everything is sold here even pets.
Located next to Izmir open agora and the castle.
If you staying at DT hilton Alsancak it's 15 minutes walk.
Cheap quality brands on sale for cheaper prices but you got to bargain and walk away if prices are not suitable.
To be in Turkey you must live the Bazar (market) experience.
C U AROUND
Located next to Izmir open agora and the castle.
If you staying at DT hilton Alsancak it's 15 minutes walk.
Cheap quality brands on sale for cheaper prices but you got to bargain and walk away if prices are not suitable.
To be in Turkey you must live the Bazar (market) experience.
C U AROUND
Written July 12, 2021
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B1714D
Belgrade, Serbia16,140 contributions
Sep 2020
This is a classic Turkish oriental bazaar you find in every Turkish city. Depending on the city's size, such is the bazaar. Being the second biggest Turkish city, Izmir hosts the same size bazaar.
Izmir's bazaar is not that big and colorful as Istanbul's Kapali, but it's significantly big and you'll easily get lost there. It consists of covered and opened parts with hundreds of stalls and shops selling everything from fake fashion items and watches, to furs and leather jackets and jeans. Many small local eateries and places with byrek and squeezed juices.
Definitely worth an hour or two, just watch your belongings and be ready to bargain if shopping.
Izmir's bazaar is not that big and colorful as Istanbul's Kapali, but it's significantly big and you'll easily get lost there. It consists of covered and opened parts with hundreds of stalls and shops selling everything from fake fashion items and watches, to furs and leather jackets and jeans. Many small local eateries and places with byrek and squeezed juices.
Definitely worth an hour or two, just watch your belongings and be ready to bargain if shopping.
Written October 19, 2020
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John W
London, UK41 contributions
Feb 2020
We spent a bit over an hour wandering through the Keremalti on a cloudy February. It was busy but definitely not crowded. We drove in (which was a bit tricky) and parked near Konak - needed to leave the keys as they pack the cars in and move them about to get in and out.
We saw almost no other tourists (or souvenir tat) when we visited - Kemeralti felt like where the locals shop. Prices weren't marked but we didn't any attempt to overcharge us - 10TL for a pack of children's socks, 6TL for tea for two. Only a couple of shopkeepers, spotting us as tourists, tried to tout.
Recommended!
We saw almost no other tourists (or souvenir tat) when we visited - Kemeralti felt like where the locals shop. Prices weren't marked but we didn't any attempt to overcharge us - 10TL for a pack of children's socks, 6TL for tea for two. Only a couple of shopkeepers, spotting us as tourists, tried to tout.
Recommended!
Written February 23, 2020
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Daniel H
59 contributions
Oct 2020 • Couples
Loads of stalls for clothing, shoes, Jewellery, fish, and anything else you may need.
Be careful as there are teams of children out to pick pocket you.
Ladies keep your handbags tight, gents leave your watch on the safe and hands on your wallet and phone.
Still a busy market and everyone wearing masks which was reassuring.
Worth a visit for sure.
Be careful as there are teams of children out to pick pocket you.
Ladies keep your handbags tight, gents leave your watch on the safe and hands on your wallet and phone.
Still a busy market and everyone wearing masks which was reassuring.
Worth a visit for sure.
Written October 5, 2020
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Do they sell cheap designer clothes/ handbags at this market?
Karen
Woodford, UK37 contributions
Thats the exact question I wanted to ask
donnabxoxo
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK1 contribution
Is this market far from ekol hospital?
Turkkadin
London, UK60 contributions
It is quite a way away, depends how you are travelling but by car with Izmir traffic probably 30 to 40 minutes but bad traffic 60 easily.
Public parking near market?
starlightShanghai
Victoria, Canada3,637 contributions
Sorry, can’t help. Gave up driving years ago and now walk everywhere. 😊😊😊
I have learned that new highway from lstabul to izmir has been opned which will reduce the travelling time to 3 hours So is it possible to go from Istanbul to Izmir by bus in the morning and come back in the night what will be bus fare for round trip
terubuk m
Singapore, Singapore1 contribution
Yes Its possible but you wont be able to enjoy Izmir on a day trip. It would be better to stay at Izmir for at least 3 nights so you can explore a lot of places like Ephesus, Sirince, Kusadsasi etc.
MA78
Fethiye, Türkiye16 contributions
Hi, We are a young couple with two small children. We are planning to visit Izmir for 1 week. We would love to stay close to a beach in a reasonably priced hotel and also be close to the city attractions and bazars. We love seafood so a recommendation on where to get some would also be appreciated.
Marco F
Ribeirao Preto, SP546 contributions
HI! I have seen two very useful hints given by fellow TripAdvisor travellers which you would have great interest in following. To the best of my knowledge and memory, Izmir have no close by beaches, even less walking distance to main attraction. Izmir is a tremendous cosmopolitan city by the sea, with nice attractions and restaurants, some very fashionable by the Kordon. But no city beaches.
Katerina K
Athens, Greece
Θα ηθελα να μαθω αν μπορω να βρω μαλλια για πλεξιμω ευχατιστω
Τα πάντα και μεγάλη ποικιλία !!!Ειναι σαν το κέντρο της Αθήνας αλλά μεγαλύτερο !!!!
Kredi karti gecerlimi
Cruiser300183
Izmir, Türkiye124 contributions
Seyyar satıcılar dışında, mağaza ve dükkanlarda geçiyor.
I am planning four days stay at Izmir Konak . First I want to know is their goodand reasonable hotel at Konak ans secondly , I want to visit Fethiye , Pammukkale and Antalya . Guide me if four days are enough and how I should plan four days .
Star L
69 contributions
Hello Leo,
I have stayed at Hilton, but hated it. There is Swiss Hotel, but it is a little pricey. I do not know other hotels in Konak. Antalya is very far, so is Fethiye. Four day is not enough. In fact, four day wasn't enough for us just for the city of Izmir. Fethiye is about 8 hours round trip from Izmir. Antalya is about 12 hours round trip from Izmir, and Pamukkale is about 6 hours round trip. I have not been to Pamukkale.
I would suggest Fethiye because,I have been to Antalya and it is so hot and dry.
I like Fethiye better. Its quieter than Antalya and nature is beautiful. I have not been to Pamukkale as there isn't much to see besides the natural formations of rocks. I hope this helps.
For reference; We have rented a taxi to Ephesus in Selcuk which is about an hour away. This trip has cost us 600 Turkish Lira round trip.
118Lynne1959
London, UK1 contribution
What's days is this market open?
Ayseler
Izmir, Türkiye13 contributions
Kemeraltı is an old bazaar located at 6 - 7 streets of the centrum of the city. All of the shops are open during the week and saturdays, between ~ 09:00 -18:00 , but on sundays only some of the shops are open.
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