The most Famous Malls in Istanbul

The most Famous Malls in Istanbul

Istanbul is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, and its commercial centers are a large part of that. With shops, restaurants and entertainment options, these malls attract visitors from all over the world.

In this article, we will look at some of the most famous malls in Istanbul and their importance for tourism in the city.

 

Learn about the malls in Istanbul:

Istanbul is full of distinctive and important malls and famous commercial centers, but what do you know about them?
 

1 - Mall of Istanbul:

Mall of Istanbul is the newest and largest mall in Europe, located in the Basaksehir district of Istanbul. The mall was opened on May 11, 2018, with a total area of ??165,000 square meters, making it the largest shopping center in Europe.
 

The mall has a privileged location as it is located on the European side of Istanbul and is close to the new airport. The mall contains about 350 stores, a 14-screen cinema complex, a 5-star hotel with about 1,000 rooms, as well as a huge aquarium. The mall also includes an amusement park that covers an area of ??about 28,000 square meters.
 

2 – Venezia Mall:

Venezia Mall, Istanbul is one of the largest and most luxurious shopping centers in Istanbul, located on the European side of the city. The mall has a total area of ??160,000 square meters and contains more than 300 shops. The mall was named after the famous Italian city of Venice, and its design was also inspired by that city.
 

-The mall has many features reminiscent of Venice, such as canals, streams and Venetian architecture.

- Venezia Mall of Istanbul is one of the largest and most luxurious malls in Istanbul, and it is also one of the most famous tourist destinations in the city.

- Among the most famous stores in the mall are Zara, Mango, H&M, Top shop, Sephora, and Starbucks. The mall also contains a multiplex cinema, an ice rink, a bowling alley, and a number of other recreational facilities.
 

3- Cevahir Mall Istanbul:

-It is distinguished by its unique design, as it is considered the largest indoor shopping center in Europe, and includes many international brands. There is a hotel and a number of restaurants in the mall.

-It was opened in 2005.

-It is located in Sisli, one of the most important commercial areas in Istanbul

-Cevahir Mall covers an area of ??350 thousand square meters and consists of 5 floors

-It has more than 200 stores.
-The mall also contains a cinema complex consisting of 12 halls and a capacity of 2,800 people

-The mall attracts more than one million visitors every week

-It has a bowling alley and a skating rink.

 

4 - Istanbul Valley Mall:

-It is distinguished by its location near the airport and its unique architecture

-The mall was opened in 2016 and since then it has become one of the most important tourist attractions in Istanbul

-The mall contains more than 200 stores, a cinema complex, a food court and a hotel

-The number of shops in the mall is more than two hundred, and the number of daily visitors to the mall is about fifteen thousand people.

-The center contains a children's play area, a cinema complex, a dining hall and many restaurants.

- Istanbul Valley Mall has a total area of ??170,000 square meters and consists of 5 floors

-The mall has a multi-story car park that can accommodate more than two thousand cars.
 

5- Zorlu Mall, Istanbul:

-It is one of the largest malls in Istanbul, as it extends over an area of ??approximately 180,000 square meters, and includes about 350 stores of the most famous international and local brands.

-The mall contains a multi-story cinema complex consisting of 12 halls equipped with the latest technologies, in addition to a bowling alley, a game park and a number of restaurants.

-The mall also has a car park that can accommodate up to 4,000 cars.

 -It was opened in 2013, and the mall occupies an area of ??about 110,000 square meters.

- Zorlu Istanbul Mall is distinguished by its unique architectural design, designed by the famous Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, and the mall is characterized by its large green spaces, which amount to about 25% of its total area.

-It includes a number of important facilities such as a shopping center, a hotel, offices and residential units.
 

6 - Forum Mall Istanbul:

-Forum Istanbul Mall is one of the most important malls in Istanbul, located in the Beyazit district on the European side, and was opened in 2009.

-The mall is considered one of the largest in Europe with an area of ??about 180,000 square meters, and contains about 350 stores of famous international brands.

-Forum Mall Istanbul also includes a multi-story cinema complex consisting of 12 halls, in addition to a bowling center and a number of restaurants.
 

7 - Aqua Florya Mall:

-Aqua Florya Istanbul is considered one of the most important malls in Istanbul, as it is one of the largest and most luxurious malls in that city, and it is also one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in it, as it contains many features that make it unique among other shopping centers.

-Aqua Florya Istanbul was opened in 2009, and since its opening, it has been able to attract a lot of attention.

-The mall has an area of ??170,000 square meters and consists of three floors.

-The ground floor is dedicated to stores selling men's, women's and children's clothing, shoes and accessories.

-There are also shops selling cosmetics, jewelry, and gifts.

-The first floor is dedicated to entertainment with a cinema complex consisting of 12 screens, a bowling alley, a game center and a dining hall.

-The second floor has a fitness center, spa center and children's play area.

-It has two parking spaces with a capacity of 2500 cars.

-The number of restaurants and cafes in the mall is more than 20 restaurants and cafes.
 

8 - Istinye Park Mall:

-Istinye is one of the largest malls in the city.

-The mall consists of three floors and a total area of ??85,000 square meters.

-The mall also has a parking garage with a capacity of 2500 cars.

-It has more than 200 stores and restaurants.

-It also has a cinema, bowling alley and a fitness center.

-Easily accessible by public transportation, including buses, metro and taxis.
 

9 - Vialand Mall Istanbul:

-Vialand is one of the most important malls in Istanbul, and is located in Avcilar district on the European side of Istanbul.

-Vialand covers an area of ??about 75,000 square meters and was opened in April 2013

-The number of stores in Vialand is about 200 stores, and the number of restaurants and cafes is about 40 restaurants and cafes, in addition to a cinema complex that includes 12 cinema halls.

-Vialand also has an amusement park covering an area of ??approximately 40,000 square meters, which includes more than 40 different rides suitable for all age groups.

-It is one of the most important tourist destinations in the world, receiving more than 12 million foreign visitors annually.

-Vialand is easily accessible by public transportation.

-It is also close to many Istanbul attractions such as the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace.
 

10 - Olivium Mall Istanbul:

-Olivium is one of Istanbul's malls, which was established in 2009, and is located in Zeytinburnu district on the European side of Istanbul.

-It is considered one of the largest shopping centers in Istanbul with an area of ??about 170,000 square meters and includes more than 300 different stores offering various goods and services, including international fashion brands.
-Indoor and outdoor car park with a capacity of 4,000 vehicles.

-A large selection of international restaurants
 

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