Laleli District Istanbul
shopping, hotels and how to get there

Where is Laleli Market in Istanbul?

Laleli Market is located at Messiahpasa, 6 Messiah Pasa Caddesi, 34130 Fatih/Istanbul. You can call the market for any questions at +90 212 517 51 90. Coordinates for navigation applications: 41.008178710938, 28.953990936279

Is it possible to buy retail in Laleli?

Generally, retail sales are only available on the high street. There is also wholesale trade in the alleys. This is why it can be difficult to find a seller, and even if you do find one, prices may be a little more expensive than expected.

What can you buy in Laleli?

In Laleli, which is one of the districts of Istanbul, you can find many shops and markets offering various goods.

Textile

The assortment on this market is not that great – it is huge. Laleli is a paradise for textile lovers.

You can buy everything from T-shirts to winter clothes, as well as shoes for every season and children’s items.

The quality of the purchased goods corresponds to the pricing policy; wholesale purchases are very profitable. Don’t forget to bargain! Here it is loved and welcomed.

Leather Products 

A wide range of leather products is presented, namely eco-leather, artificial leather and genuine leather. You can also find hand-made haberdashery and outerwear.A wide range of leather products is presented, namely eco-leather, artificial leather and genuine leather. You can also find hand-made haberdashery and outerwear.

Carpets

Here you can find carpets of different quality, different processing and different sewing methods.

Handwork is a common phenomenon in this business, but today machines have already been invented that perform various designs, embroideries and complex patterns.

Laleli is rich in carpet boutiques.

Precious metals

Noble metal is the most common thing in all of Turkey. We advise you to buy precious metals in licensed stores.

According to Turkish laws, purchased gold cannot be exchanged or returned.

Antiques

The Turkish authorities have legally prohibited the export of antiques older than 100 years.

When purchasing, make sure that the documents for the item are valid.

There are a lot of antique shops in Laleli. You can find things from different eras and centuries. Every lover of vintage items will find something to their liking here.

Sweets

In Laleli you can also find a variety of sweets and confectionery products. Here are some of them: Turkish delight, Baklava, Halva, Cookies and Cakes.

What to see in the Laleli area?

The Laleli district of Istanbul offers many interesting places to visit. Here are some attractions and places to see in the area:

Laleli Mosque

The Laleli Mosque, after which the area is named, was built between 1760 and 1763 by order of Sultan Mustafa III by architect Tahir Agha. The mosque, built of limestone (to protect the building from moisture), is actually a kulliyya. But the architect Tahir Agha, who wanted to make this place more convenient, built other buildings under Kulliye as a basement under the mosque. For this reason, the mosque is located quite high above the road level. Of course, when the ground level was lowered for road work in the 1950s, the Laleli Mosque remained higher. The mausoleum of the Laleli Mosque contains the tombs of Sultan Mustafa III, Selim III and Adilshah Kadın, the wife of Sultan Mustafa III. You can also see traces of the Prophet Muhammad in this tomb. Just like the inside of this tomb, the outside is also very interesting. By the way, you can see birdhouses on the outer walls of the tomb.

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Tashkhan Laleli

The Laleli Mosque was built in the shape of Kulliye, like Sultanahmet and Suleymaniye. When a complex is mentioned, it means that structures such as a mosque, hammam, madrassa and bazaar are located together. In addition to the shops in the basement, there is also a bazaar called Tashkhan, which provides income for the Laleli Mosque. During the Ottoman period, Aksaray and Laleli were used by the Janissaries and Ottoman officers as a bazaar for trade in Tashan, as they were the places where the Janissaries’ barracks were located. Therefore, the second known name of Tashkhan is sipahi. Another name for Tashkhan is “Bezistan”, because this hotel usually sells fabric. Over time, the word “bezistan” changed and became “bedesten”.

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Monastery of Mirelaion (Smell of Myra)

When Istanbul was conquered by the Ottomans, everyone was put to the sword. It is wrong to think that nothing remains of the Byzantine state. The Bodrum Mosque in Laleli is one of the best arguments. The monastery of Old Mirelayon, built by Emperor Romanus Lekapenos in the 10th century, was converted into a mosque by Mesih Pasha, nephew of the last emperor of the Palaiologan dynasty, the 11th Constantine. Locals call it the Bodrum Mosque because underneath it is a large rotunda-shaped structure (probably a cistern). Finding this building in Laleli is really difficult. Because this building, like other buildings in Laleli, was lost between hotels and textile factories.

The monastery, located here during the iconoclastic period, was given the old name Psarelaion (Smell of fried fish). Later, when the iconoclastic period ended, this monastery was named Mirelaion, which means “peaceful, fragrant.” This monastery was used as a cemetery (crypt) for Emperor Roman Lecapinus and his family. Thus, the tradition of burying in the Gavarium temple, which existed for 600 years as a royal cemetery tradition, came to an end.

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Monastery of Constantine Guba

During the Byzantine period, ships of the Byzantine fleet entered and left Lykos Bay. Constantine Lips, one of the main admirals of the 9th century, built a monastery in the name of Emperor Leon 6 next to the Lykos stream, like Kilich Ali Pasha in Tophane. In the 13th century, the Palaiologan dynasty added another church in honor of John the Baptist. After the conquest of Istanbul, the monastery was converted into a mosque by the Kazakh Rumeli Fenerizade Ali Effendi. The name of Sheikh Isa, one of his famous teachers, was added and Fenari became the name of Isa.

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Vatan Street

Vatan Street, which is famous for the fact that Adnan Mendes landed a plane here when it was built, is one of two streets that, like a knife, divides the Historic Peninsula into two parts. It is sad that hundreds of historical artifacts were lost to history during its construction. Today it is the largest street in Istanbul in terms of the number of lanes. The street is lined with government buildings such as the Fatih Municipality and the Istanbul Police Department. Every year republican celebrations take place on this street.

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Laleli (Istanbul), Hotels

The Laleli district of Istanbul is known for its shopping streets, bazaars and proximity to historical sites. There are many hotels in this area of ​​different levels of comfort and price categories. However, hotels and their quality may change over time, and new hotels may appear.

Grand Hotel Gulsoy

Hotel is located in the center of old Istanbul, a 10-minute walk from the Grand Bazaar and Suleymaniye Mosque. Grand Hotel Gülsoy has indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Grand Hotel Gülsoy offers rooms with flat-screen satellite TV and a minibar. Some rooms also have a seating area. The hotel’s extensive facilities include a sauna, hammam massage treatments and a solarium.

Staff at the Grand Hotel’s 24-hour reception can assist with car and bicycle rentals.

Hotel location information:

It is 10 minutes from the Grand Bazaar and 40 minutes from Ataturk Airport.

Contacts:

+90 850 333 0 220

Sehzadebashi, Fatih, Istanbul, Türkiye

Danis Hotel Istanbul

Danis Hotel provides services in the heart of Istanbul’s historical, commercial and shopping district. It is just a few minutes’ walk from Istanbul’s attractions such as the Grand Bazaar and Suleymaniye Mosque, and 280 meters from Vezneciler Metro Station. Laleli station and tram stop.

The hotel has a total of 74 rooms, two of which are suites, as well as many family rooms. The cafe-restaurant offers you to taste world cuisine 24/7. Hotel Danis is the place where you will relieve the stress and fatigue of the day in the swimming pool, Turkish bath, steam bath or sauna.

Hotel location information

It is just a few minutes’ walk from Istanbul’s iconic landmarks such as the Grand Bazaar and Suleymaniye Mosque, and 300 meters from Vezneciler Metro Station and Laleli Tram Stop.

Buyuk Hamit Hotel

Büyük Hamit Hotel are decorated in gold tones. Each room has a minibar, air conditioning and TV. All rooms have a luxury bathroom. The hotel features palace interiors and luxurious rooms with decorative ceilings.

You can have lunch and dinner at the A’la Carte restaurant.

Hotel location information

This elegant hotel is located in the center of Laleli, just 150 meters from the Aksaray tram stop and just 50 meters from the Laleli Mosque.

Ottoman’s Life Hotel Deluxe

It is just a 15-minute walk from historical attractions such as the Blue Mosque , Hagia Sophia , Topkapi Palace , Kapali Bazaar. The hotel has 192 rooms of Standard (30 m²), Superior (35 m²), Superior Deluxe (40 m²), Junior Suite (60 m²), Senior Suite (70 m²) and Family Royal Suite (110 m²).

This sports and family establishment, with the largest sports and spa complex on the historical peninsula, offers exclusive services for women, including fitness, Pilates, boxing, a semi-Olympic indoor pool, Turkish bath, sauna, steam bath and massage. 3 conference rooms, 1 winter garden and 1 grand ballroom will help you host a stylish and prestigious wedding or other celebration. There are 2 restaurants where you can find unique dishes prepared by masters of Turkish, Ottoman and world cuisine.

Taxes are included in the price or stated separately. Depending on applicable local laws, certain taxes (such as occupancy tax) may be charged upon arrival at the hotel.

Rates are subject to change as taxes and surcharges may fluctuate from the time of booking to the actual stay and during the actual stay.

Ottoman’s Life Deluxe Istanbul provides guests with special advantages due to its proximity to the most important historical and tourist sites, public transport links, central areas and luxury shopping centers on the historical peninsula. The luxury hotel has 192 rooms and features a spa center and is a family hotel.

Cheap Hotels in Istanbul Laleli District

In the Laleli area of ​​Istanbul, which usually offer affordable accommodation prices. However, remember that prices may vary depending on the season, promotions and other factors:

• Hotel Grand Umit: This hotel is located in Laleli and offers affordable accommodation rates.
• Grand Madrid Hotel: Another option that can offer affordable rates.
• Enderun Hotel Istanbul: This hotel is close to shopping and cultural centers.
• Hotel Beyce: The hotel is located near many shops and restaurants, and often offers competitive rates.
• Hotel Denizli: Budget hotel with cozy rooms and good location.
• Hotel Cagyigit: This hotel also offers affordable rates for accommodation in the Laleli area.

How to get to Laleli

To get to Laleli Market in Aksapay, Fatih, Istanbul using public transport, you have several options:

Buses:
You can use the following bus routes:

• 146T
• 30D
• 39D
• 41Y
• 72T
• 77
• 91E

Look on the map and stop at the stop closest to the Laleli market.

Marmaray Train:
Marmaray(Yenikapi Station)
Choose a station close to your departure location and ride to the nearest Marmaray station and then transfer or walk to Laleli Market.

M2 Metro:
M2 Metro is a metro line in Istanbul and can be a convenient option. You can use the M2 metro and go to the nearest station (Yenikapi or Vezneciler station) to the Laleli market.

Laleli Istanbul work schedule

• Monday: 8:30 – 19:00
• Tuesday: 8:30 – 19:00
• Wednesday: 8:30 – 19:00
• Thursday: 8:30 – 19:00
• Friday: 8:30 – 19:00
• Saturday: 8:30 – 15:00
• Sunday is a day off.