Grand Bazaar Inns Tour: a Deep Trip in İstanbul's Historic Legacy

Grand Bazaar Inns Tour organized by the Fatih Municipality gives participants the opportunity to discover historic inns and shops of the Grand Bazaar accompanied by a guide.

Grand Bazaar Inns Tour organized by the Fatih Municipality takes history and culture enthusiasts to depths of the Grand Bazaar that is one of the oldest structures of İstanbul. This tour gives a significant opportunity to those that would like to discover in its place the trade and craftsmanship tradition of the city that has been continuing for centuries.

In the tur accompanied by a guide, participants visit historic inns and shops of the Grand Bazaar step by step while they are introduced to rich stories of every structure and shop. Standing at the heart of İstanbul for over 550 years, the Grand Bazaar present a unique combination of culture, history, and trade for both local and foreign visitors. During the tour, the guides explain in detail how this historical structure, which left its mark on the commercial life of the Ottoman Empire, evolved over time and came to its current state.

This tour in the labyrinth-like streets of the Grand Bazaar does not only present a historic and cultural discovery to participants, it also gives the chance to discover lesser known, hidden corners of İstanbul. Visitors at narrow and winding streets of the Grand Bazaar almost travel through time with a new surprise at every corner. Authentic story of every inn and shop remind the depth and richness of Ottoman-era traditions of trade and craftsmanship.

Participants of the tour wander around in the historic atmosphere of the Grand Bazaar as they observe how this structure remained alive in our day and how tradition of craftsmanship survived. Guides describe participants details at every stop which makes rooted history of Grand Bazaar and its place in the cultural heritage of İstanbul more meaningful.

Grand Bazaar Inns Tour offers a rich experience for everyone that wants to take a close look at İstanbul’s historic legacy. This tour does not only provide information to participants, also a deep understanding and appreciation of İstanbul’s rich history. The journey in the historic atmosphere of Grand Bazaar come forward as an experience full of enjoyable moments for both local and foreign visitors.