Where to find affordable supermarkets near Taksim, Osmanbey and Sultanahmet in Istanbul?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 27 days ago
TL;DR
Taksim and Osmanbey have several chain supermarkets selling groceries and alcohol. In Sultanahmet prices tend to be higher — look a few streets away from the main tourist drag for better deals.
What the community said
Near Taksim, Crocs stores with good selection can be found in shopping malls or along Istiklal Avenue, where major brand retailers are concentrated.
27 days ago Istiklal Avenue, Taksim
The Osmanbey neighborhood has supermarkets stocking both groceries and alcohol. It's a practical area for shopping with less tourist markup than the historic center.
27 days ago Osmanbey
Sultanahmet does have supermarkets, but prices in this tourist-heavy area are noticeably inflated. Walking a few blocks away from the main sights usually leads to more reasonably priced shops.
27 days ago Sultanahmet