A Visitor's Guide to Shopping in Antalya
Antalya offers an excellent mix of modern air-conditioned shopping centres and centuries-old traditional markets. Whether you want international fashion brands, Turkish cotton textiles, or locally produced spices and olive oil, you will find plenty of choices across the city.
Knowing where to go and what to expect makes your trip much smoother. Here is a guide to the main shopping destinations around Antalya, along with practical advice on currency, bargaining etiquette and local transport.
Major Shopping Malls in Antalya
If you prefer fixed pricing, modern facilities and familiar international brands alongside Turkish high-street names, Antalya's modern shopping malls are ideal. Most malls stay open from 10:00 until 22:00 or 23:00 during the summer season.
TerraCity (Lara)
Located in the Lara district, TerraCity is one of the largest and most popular shopping malls in Antalya. It houses over 180 stores, including major international fashion chains, Turkish clothing brands, electronics shops and cosmetics stores. The top floor features a large food court serving both quick options and traditional Turkish dishes.
Mall of Antalya and Deepo Outlet Centre
Situated close to Antalya Airport (AYT), this complex combines two distinct shopping concepts under one roof. Deepo offers outlet shopping with discounts on sportswear and clothing brands. Next door, the Mall of Antalya provides an expansive selection of retail stores, a multi-screen cinema complex and a large indoor playground for children.
MarkAntalya (City Centre)
MarkAntalya sits right in the heart of the city centre, within short walking distance of the historic old town. It is easily accessible via the local tram line. The mall features several floors of popular Turkish and global brands, making it a convenient stop if you wish to combine sightseeing with shopping.
Agora Shopping Centre
Located slightly north of the city centre, Agora is a spacious retail complex that includes an IKEA store, a large supermarket and a wide selection of home goods, apparel and entertainment options. It is generally less crowded with tourists compared to TerraCity, offering a relaxed atmosphere.
Traditional Bazaars and Street Markets
For a traditional cultural experience, local bazaars offer a completely different atmosphere from modern retail complexes. Here, you can soak in local colours, sample fresh produce and buy handcrafted souvenirs.
Kaleiçi Bazaar (Antalya Old Town)
Wandering through the narrow cobbled streets of Kaleiçi, you will find dozens of small boutique shops built into restored Ottoman-era buildings. Key items available in this historic area include:
- Handcrafted Turkish carpets and kilims
- Leather goods, including jackets, bags and belts
- Traditional ceramics and hand-painted tiles
- Turkish delight, spices and herbal teas
- Silver jewellery and artisan crafts
Çağlayan Market (Lara Covered Market)
If you want to experience an authentic Turkish food market, the covered market in the Çağlayan neighbourhood operates on set days of the week. Farmers from surrounding agricultural villages bring fresh produce, cheeses, olives, nuts and honey. It is a lively place to sample regional delicacies.
Manavgat Market
For visitors staying further east toward Belek, Side or Alanya, the weekly market in Manavgat is one of the largest on the Turkish Riviera. Held twice a week, this market features hundreds of stalls selling textiles, clothing, souvenirs, spices and fresh fruits.
Practical Shopping Tips
To get the most out of your shopping trips in Antalya, keep these practical recommendations in mind:
- Currency and Payment: Malls and larger shops accept debit and credit cards without issue. For street markets and traditional bazaar stalls, carrying Turkish Lira in cash is best, as small vendors may not accept cards.
- Bargaining Etiquette: Fixed prices apply in shopping malls, supermarkets and branded clothing stores. In contrast, haggling is expected in traditional bazaars when buying non-food items like leather, ceramics or textiles. Start by offering around 60 to 70 percent of the initial asking price and negotiate politely from there.
- Opening Hours: Shopping malls operate continuously from 10:00 to 22:00 or 23:00. Street bazaars usually open around 08:30 and operate until sunset or around 19:00.
- Receipts and Returns: Keep your receipts when buying items in shopping malls, as return policies are similar to those across Europe. In traditional bazaars, sales are generally final once paid.
Getting Between the Airport, Markets and Your Resort
Carrying shopping bags across unfamiliar public transport routes in summer heat can quickly become tiring. Planning your airport transfer in advance helps ensure your arrival and departure days run as smoothly as your time at the resort.
At Scandinaviatransfers, we operate our own fleet of air-conditioned vehicles with our own employed drivers. Whether your resort is in Lara, Belek, Side, Alanya, Kemer or Kaş, your driver meets you directly in the arrivals hall with a name sign.
We monitor all incoming flights automatically, so if your flight is delayed, your driver will still be waiting for you when you land. Prices are fixed at booking with no hidden surcharges, and child seats are provided free of charge on request.
To check transfer options and vehicle availability for your trip to the Turkish Riviera, simply visit the booking form on our site.
