I've been visiting İstinye Park since it first opened in 2007, and after all these years, it…read morecontinues to be one of the few malls I genuinely look forward to spending time in. I don't know how many times I've been here, but every visit reminds me why this place stands out. It's incredibly clean, beautifully designed, and so well organized that even on busy days, it never feels chaotic or overwhelming. One thing I love is the balance of stores--there's a wide range of luxury boutiques, but also plenty of well-known brands that fit every budget. It makes the mall feel accessible to everyone without losing its sense of style. The layout is easy to navigate, and everything feels thoughtfully curated, from the open-air sections to the indoor areas with high ceilings and lots of natural light. The dining options are another highlight. Whether you want a quick bite, a coffee break, or a nicer sit-down meal, there are tons of choices. I've never had trouble finding a table, and the service in most places has consistently been warm and professional. The mall itself is also extremely well maintained--restrooms are spotless, common areas are constantly being cleaned, and there's always visible security, which adds to the sense of comfort and safety. On my most recent two-week trip to Istanbul, I ended up coming here at least five separate times. It's the kind of place where you can browse, shop, eat, or just take a relaxing walk without feeling rushed. Even after so many years and so many visits, İstinye Park still gives me that same sense of joy and discovery as if it were my first time here. There are plenty of malls in Istanbul, but something about this one is different--and better. It has personality, energy, and an atmosphere that keeps me coming back. If you're in the area, it's absolutely worth a visit.

Not as fancy as Zorlu, but still quite luxurious. The mall has many premium shops and is easy to…read morenavigate. There's a decent food court on the -1 level, but I can't say there are any high quality restaurants here. Overall, it's clean and has a good variety of stores.

This is a pretty good mall that has all the normal shops you come to love in Turkey but no luxury…read morebrands like Louis Vuitton, Gucci and etc. Which is fine with me but there is the department store Beymen here. The food court is probably the worst thing about this mall to me, there just isn't enough selection. There is a cinema here, also they valet your car outside if your too lazy to park in the garage lol. Overall solid mall that should satisfy your shopping needs!

Beymen as being the best department store in Turkey got a great collection and the nicest staff…read more Its branch in Akmerkez is compact and never crowded.

Great luxury shopping mall! Probably the best in Istanbul. Lots of upscale shops, restaurants, and…read moreother businesses. The mall itself looks beautiful and is very clean. Highly recommend.

the experience is amazing one of the best malls in Istanbul the selection of shops is amazing it…read morehas most amazing shops best restaurants

Wow! This is the first mall in İstanbul that I have gone to. It is magnificent! 6 floors,…read morebeautifully decorated, a large food court, and many cool stores. We enjoyed shopping and dining. I found many popular stores, as well as unique stores I have not been to. There is also a Starbucks at the front of the mall and one outside in the very front if you need your coffee fix. Lovely time.

My rating is 3.5 stars. I am rounding up…read more I visited this mall a couple of times during my stay in Istanbul. I hit this mall on my first full day in the city. This mall is the largest one in Istanbul. I was told that there are at least 300 stores. Each floor can take you a while to figure out what stores are there and which ones you want to frequent. I was happy at Marks and Spencer. I bought a lilac-coloured sweater, a pair of gloves that are touch-friendly when you want to use your phone, and a pair of penguin socks. This store had a decent selection of women's items. My boyfriend did not find anything that he liked there, though. I liked the LEB chickpea stack stand. I brought a box home to share with colleagues at work. Istanbul is a city that wants to be a part of the western world. There was Zara and Victoria's Secret. I avoided these stores and wanted to visit stores that aren't in Canada. The food court is amazing. It's essentially two floors of eateries. At one stage, I was standing in the middle of two food places, with each person trying to get me to eat there. Wow! I had Turkish-style pizza for lunch. It was so delicious! There is so much variety that you are bound to find something yummy that you want to eat. I spent several hours in this mall. It's pretty good if you like department stores. However, there weren't a ton of deals happening, other than the sweater that I got at Marks and Spencer. I noticed both Arabic and Turkish signs. Too bad I didn't know what they meant! If you have a day to browse and hang out at a mall, this one is for you. (75)