Ankara

For quality tourist souvenirs, handicrafts, carpets, and kilims, head over to Dösim, run by the Ministry of Culture. With an unmatchable quality, its products will definitely make for perfect souvenirs to your loved ones.

Izmir Street is famous for leather and shoe shops. The street lies on the Kizilay, the central district of Ankara, where the main shopping and business buildings are located.

Karum is one of the shopping malls you may not want to miss. With over 330 shops on three floors, you will certainly find anything you look for.

Armada is one of the most modern shopping centres in Ankara, with over 125 stores. There is also an abundance of movie theatres, cafës, and restaurants, granting a great time for all sorts of personalities.

Kentpark Alisveris Merkezi is a very modern and spacious shopping mall that provides everything from fashion clothing and shoes, to jewellery, electronics, homemaker's and restaurants. Here you will find many high fashion brands such as Calvin Klein, Gap, Lacoste, Timberland, Victoria Secret, Tommy Hilfiger, Disney Baby and Swatch.

Forum Ankara Outlet is located in the Ovacik region of the Kecioren district and is easily accessible from around the city. It opened its doors in 2008 and since then it has become a major centre of attraction. Here you will find everything from fashion clothing and shoes to toys, books, jewellery, bags, sport items, electronics and a cinema.

Even if don't plan to buy any food, it is still fun to take a walk through one of the many local markets. The largest market is situated in the centre of Ankara, behind the Abdi Ipekçi Park in Sihhiye. The market is open on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

This world famous brand soon has a store in every mid-size town and in Ankara you find several outlets. Here you find the latest fashion for men, women and children, everything from street wear to the more up-dressed look.

This Swedish chain, that you nowadays find almost everywhere in the world, provides high street fashion for both men and women at prices suiting everyone. Here in Ankara you can find boutiques located on different locations around town.

Another big shopping mall in Ankara where you will find not only unique international brands but also national brands. With five floors of stores, cafes, restaurants, bowling, video games and a cinema theatre, you will not get bored.