Side and Manavgat are well known for more than just beaches and history. For visitors interested in local culture and shopping, the Side bazaar and surrounding markets offer a fantastic way to buy fresh produce, clothes, souvenirs, and traditional goods directly from locals. These markets are open on specific days with fixed addresses and times, making it easy for tourists to plan their visit.
Weekly Markets in Side and Manavgat
Here’s a helpful list of the most popular bazaars in the area:
- Monday: Manavgat Market – Aşağı Pazarcı Mah. 1010 Sokak, Manavgat – 08:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: Çolaklı Bazaar – Çolaklı Mah. Çevreyolu Üzeri, Manavgat – 08:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: Manavgat Market – Kasaplar Mah. Şeh Şamil Cad. 7063 Sokak – 08:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: Sorgun Bazaar – Örnek Mah., Manavgat – 08:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: Taşağıl Market – Dede Korkut Cad. No17 – 08:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: Manavgat Bazaar – Aşağı Hisar Mah. Gülveren Cad. – 08:00 - 21:00
- Friday: Turkish Market – Yayla Mah. 2592 Sokak – 08:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: Side Market – Bahçeli Evler Mah. 5044 Sokak – 08:00 - 21:00
- Sunday: Kumköy Bazaar – Sarılar Mahallesi 1092 Sokak No 1 – 08:00 - 21:00
What Can You Buy at Side Markets?
The Side Saturday market and other weekly bazaars sell everything from seasonal fruits and vegetables to Turkish delight, baklava, textiles, ceramics, and handmade souvenirs. Local vendors enjoy friendly bargaining, so feel free to chat and negotiate.
How to Get There?
The easiest way to reach the Manavgat market or Side bazaar is via local minibuses (dolmuş). They run frequently between resort areas and the markets. If you're staying in a hotel, reception can help you find the right stop and time.
Markets by Region and Day
- Sorgun: Monday
- Kumköy: Tuesday
- Çolaklı: Wednesday
- Manavgat Center: Monday and Thursday
- Kızılagaç: Sunday
Side Antique Market
In the heart of old town Side, there's also a daily market designed along a charming limestone street. Many shops are built into historic ground floors, offering souvenirs, snacks, clothes, and even handmade hookahs. Some parts of the pedestrian street are glass-covered to reveal the ancient ruins beneath your feet.
More Than Just Shopping
Market days are perfect to combine with sightseeing or boat trips. For example, the Side yacht rental service allows you to relax on the sea and then visit the famous Saturday market in Manavgat as part of the tour.
Whether you're looking for traditional sweets, handmade crafts, or just a fun way to spend the day, the markets in Side and Manavgat are full of color, conversation, and culture.
