Grand Bazaar

I went shopping there on my last day. One of the merchants there introduced himself and walked me around the entire bazaar and helped me with my souvenir shopping then bought me a beautiful scarf. He also asked me out to dinner but I declined since I wanted to spend my last night in Istanbul with friends. So instead he kissed my hand and said goodbye.

There are about 6 types of items sold at the bazaar. You must bargain, state your price first. Be prepared to walk away. They may follow.

nice bazaar but expencive prices. Iran-Isfehan has better handcrafts with lower prices.

I’m not a materialist, I’m not, nevertheless 2 words…. red gold = D~ The whole concept of a bond between gold and copper is just, well, it’s just… sexy!

My impression is that they have some sort of price alliance and ask for about the same price for similar stuff.

That is good because you can bargain at a bunch of sellers and practice “walking away waiting for them to catch you” to find out their lowest acceptable price. On the other hand, it will be hard for them to go below that well accepted price.

I’m really good at ignoring people – meaning not looking at or hearing those sellers. You’ll have a hard time if you cannot do this. Bringing along guys definitely helps.