Istanbul wholesale markets

This article is intended for those who want to learn about Istanbul's trade markets

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09-10-2023
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The city of Istanbul is considered one of the most important trade centers in the world, where elements of culture, history, and geography combine to make it an ideal destination for business. Among the factors that contribute to this great economic success in Istanbul, the wholesale markets in Istanbul are of great importance. These wholesale markets in Istanbul are vital places for the exchange of goods and merchandise in large quantities and play a crucial role in supporting the local and global economy.
Istanbul is considered a major commercial center among Arab and foreign merchants and has become an important destination all year round with the aim of exporting goods to their countries.

The most important wholesale markets in Istanbul

İSTOÇ Market
  • İSTOÇ Market
    A brief word about "İstanbul Toptancılar Çarşısı", meaning the wholesale market in Istanbul. It was established in 1979 by the Wholesalers Association of Turkey within the former Eminonu area. Due to increased traffic and congestion, the market was moved to the Basin Express commercial area.
    The market includes several distributors in several sectors, the most important of which are electrical appliances, industrial equipment, plastic goods, stationery, food, home furniture, textiles, kitchen utensils, and also used cars.
    Istuc Market is reached via the metro station that connects Istuc and the Esenler-Basaksehir area.
LALELİ Market
  • LALELİ Market
    Lalali Market is located within the Fatih area and is considered one of the most important wholesale markets in Istanbul specializing in purchasing clothes, shoes, bags, and leather manufacturing tools. It also has several wholesale purchasing centers for a large number of international brands such as Zara – Polo – Lc Waikiki and others.
    Lalali Market is close to the Sultanahmet area and is easily accessible via the tram line from the Cevzlibag area to Kabatas.