The Top 10 Shopping Malls in Istanbul
Istanbul is full of shopping centers. We’re listing the top 10 shopping malls of Istanbul according to frequently asked questions by visitors. Most of the malls in Istanbul are easily accessible by metro, metrobus or other public transportation means. So visitors who are willing to enjoy the shopping experience are invited to read this article to discover the beauty of Istanbul shopping malls.
1- Mall of Istanbul:
One of the best and most famous shopping malls in Istanbul. It’s located on the European side of Istanbul in Basaksehir area, which is considered one of the fastest growing areas in Istanbul.
Malls of Istanbul combines the experience of shopping, culture and art under one umbrella. It hosts many of the leading brands, where you enjoy shopping.
It also has a giant theme park, MOIPARK, which is considered Turkey's first and Europe's largest indoor theme park. You can enjoy a great time at the theme park with your kids.
Address: Süleyman Demirel Bulvarı Mahmutbey Başakşehir / İstanbul
Tel: (0212) 801 10 00
Website: mallofistanbul.com.tr
2- Istinye Park:
One of the most luxurious shopping centers in Istanbul. If you are looking for Louis Vuitton or Tiffany's jewelry, then Istinye Park will be among your favorite destinations. Istinye Park is located in the İstinye quarter of Istanbul with 291 stores, 85,250 m2 (917,600 sq ft) of retail area, and four levels of underground parking according to Wikipedia.
The shops offer clothing, footwear, jewelry and accessories. There are cinemas and a children's entertainment center, and many restaurants and cafes.
Address: Pınar, Katar Cd No:11, 34460 Sarıyer/İstanbul
Tel: +90 (212) 345 55 55
Website: istinyepark.com.tr
3- Zorlu Center:
The Shopping Center features luxurious brands, a center for performing arts, a 5-star Raffles hotel and a Cinemaximum megaplex, offices, and residences. It also has Turkey’s first Apple Store. There is a performance center in this shopping mall where you can watch famous musicians and Broadway musicals.
Address: Levazım, Koru Sokağı No:2, 34340 Beşiktaş/İstanbul
Website: www.zorlucenter.com.tr
4- Istanbul Cevahir Shopping Mall:
One of the best shopping destinations in the city. Istanbul Cevahir Mall was the largest shopping mall in Europe in terms of gross leasable area between 2005 and 2011, and is one of the largest in the world according to Wikipedia. It is located on the European side of Istanbul in Sisli district. You can reach Cevahir Mall in Istanbul by a variety of public transportation means like the subway, the metrobus and the bus also. Visitors coming by the subway can enter directly to the Shopping Center from the Station.
The Mall includes 290 shops, three cinemas and an indoor theme park for children, as well as a wide range of hotels close to Cevahir Mall.
Address: 19 Mayıs, Büyükdere Cd. No:22, 34360 Şişli/İstanbul
Tel: (0212) 368 69 00
Website: istanbulcevahir.com
5- Istanbul Sapphire Mall:
It is a skyscraper located in the central business district of Levent.
It was Istanbul's and Turkey's tallest skyscraper between 2010 and 2016, and the 4th tallest building in Europe when its construction was completed in 2010.
The mall features various shops that sell Turkish and international brands, restaurants, cafes and cinema. Due to its tremendous height, you can enjoy a nice view of the city.
Address: Emniyetevleri Mh. Eski Büyükdere Cd. No:1/1 Kağıthane – İstanbul
Tel: 0212 268 80 80
Website: sapphireavm.com
6- Kanyon:
One of the most luxurious shopping malls in Istanbul. It is located in the commercial district of Levent in the center of Istanbul.
Kaynon has a unique architectural design that is designed to mimic the valley's slope, and this is what the word Kanyon means in Turkish.
The Mall consists of three floors and has more than 160 stores of world-class luxury brands.
Kanyon Cinemaximum, some restaurants and cafes are also open for early breakfasts and late dinners.
Address: Büyükdere Cad. No:185 34394 Levent - İstanbul
Tel: +90 212 317 53 00
Website: kanyon.com.tr
7- Vadi Istanbul Mall:
One of the largest and most luxurious malls in Istanbul. It’s located in Istanbul Valley complex, which is one of the most important residential projects in the region and has a direct view of the vast forests of Belgrade. With a total area of 103,000 square meters, the huge commercial complex includes more than 270 stores of clothing and fashion shops with world-leading brands.
It has a number of restaurants, cafes and entertainment centers for both children and adults.
Address: Ayazağa District Azerbaycan Street (Old Cendere Street) No: 3/C Sarıyer İstanbul
Tel: +90 212 330 38 38
Website: vadistanbul.com
8- Akasya Shopping Mall:
Since its opening in March 2014, Akasya has been a magnet for both Turkish citizens and tourists alike. It is located at a transportation hub that is easy to access from anywhere through metro, metrobus and Marmaray. It has a huge parking area as well.
Akasya hosts many international and Turkish brands selling furniture, watches, jewelry, clothes, shoes and bags. It has also dedicated areas for children to have fun.
Address: Acıbadem Mah. Çeçen Sk. No:25, 34660 Üsküdar, İstanbul
Tel: +90 216 325 03 72
Website: ak-asya.com.tr
9- Emaar Square Mall:
Emaar Square Mall is Turkey's largest shopping center with a leasable area of 138,000 square meters on 6 floors, 415 stores, 52 restaurants, and a parking lot for 4,200 vehicles in a 4-storey car park. It’s the house of many popular worldwide known brands as well as local Turkish brands. It has a variety of shops that appeal to all tastes and suit every type of budget. The mall has entertainment areas for both childs and adults.
The shopping mall has a multistorey 4DX theater and a fantastic aquarium and an underwater zoo also.
Address: Ünalan, Libadiye Cd. No:88, 34700 Üsküdar/Istanbul
Tel: +90 850 290 80 90
Website: emaarsquaremall.com
10- Vialand Shopping Center Istanbul:
It’s the first shopping, entertainment and life complex that combines a Theme Park, shopping mall and exhibition center in the World and Turkey, opened its doors to its guests on May 26, 2013 with an investment value of $650 million. In fact, it’s considered the largest theme park in the Middle East, which many compare to Disneyland in the United States. The theme park contains 50 distinct games for adults and young people.
It’s located on the European side of Istanbul in the Eyüpsultan area.
You cannot regret visiting Vialand as you’ll spend fun times with your family.
Address: Yeşilpınar Mah. Şehit Metin Kaya Sok. No:11/1 İdari Ofisler 34065 Eyüpsultan/Istanbul
Tel: 0850 210 85 63
Website: vialand.com