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Istanbul Spice Market Excursion Reviews
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Experience the wondrous spice perfume that fills the air at Istanbul’s spice market, and pick up perfect gifts and souvenirs.
Banjo_uk
1 review
It does exactly what it says on the tin, a great place
Provider: MSC Cruises
Pezzy
1 review
Interesting place..part of the complete tour we took
Provider: Norwegian Cruise Line
sadied
2 reviews
do this on your own. no bargaining here.
Provider: Holland America Line
Riley Dog
1 review
The tour we complained about: spice market good but the fish market poor. Expected it to be a part of something bigger but it is just a fish market requiring a 30 minute journey through city traffic to get there. The guided tour of the city centre was non-existent (DIY and come back in an hour!) and there was a stop at a jewellery shop billed as traditional Turkish crafts but selling Swiss watches (not quite in keeping with trades description!)
Provider: Celebrity Cruises
wismergirl
3 reviews
There were lots of spices, teas and other souvenirs on sale in the Spice Market. The best was its location which was close to Galata Bridge and the Golden Horn with the floating restaurants. Lots of picture opportunities nearby even if you are not interested in shopping at the Spice Market.
Provider: Independent Operator
Artteacher
2 reviews
Saffron seems to be the big seller here, but there is also lots of other things to choose from. Try the apple tea.
Provider: Celebrity Cruises
paul stabb
1 review
A good boat trip around the Bosphorus straits, largely in between the 2 huge suspension bridges - wrap up warm for this!
Spice Market visited after the boat trip. Interesting and very very busy!
Provider: Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Peter Wise
1 review
This is a wonderfully colourful and aromatic experience, but not for those who are uncomfortable in extremely crowded and confined spaces. The building is high but narrow and the day we went (Sunday) it was choc a bloc. The main entrance is also the main exit so people jostle to get in and out. Once in, it can be difficult to be a tourist i.e. to stand and look - because you get carried along. Like the rest of the Istanbul visit, it's not one I would have wanted to miss, but not one I'd care to repeat. According to our guide it's like that every day.
Provider: Regent Seven Seas Cruises
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