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Aqua Florya Shopping Center (Aqua Florya Alisveris Merkezi)
The Aqua Florya Shopping Center (Aqua Florya Alisveris Merkezi) combines shopping and entertainment under one state-of-the-art roof. Housing more than 140 shops, the center also is is home to the Istanbul Aquarium, a multiplex cinema, arcade, numerous restaurants, an outdoor amphitheater, and exhibition and event spaces.
The Basics
Shop and splurge at more than 538,195 square feet (50,000 square meters) of retail space over four floors. Shops offer a range of mid-range and upscale brands from around the world, and include designer wear, sportswear, jewelry, toys, electronics, and more. With myriad restaurants, an 11-screen movie theater, arcade, and aquarium, visitors can easily spend an entire day here. Visit independently or join a shopping and aquarium combo tour that includes round-trip transportation from your Istanbul hotel for a hassle-free experience.
Things to Know Before You Go
Aqua Florya Shopping Center is a must-visit for shopaholics and oceanic enthusiasts.
Shop tax-free: Turkey VAT tax refunds are provided on-site at the information desk.
ATMs from a number of banks are available throughout the center.
Enjoy views of the sea from certain restaurants and from the balcony of the shopping center.
How to Get There
Aqua Florya Shopping Center is located near the airport; it takes about 5 minutes to arrive by taxi. It’s easiest to join a tour offering transportation, but you also can take public transportation. The closest bus stop to the center is Istanbul Akavryum and the closest Metrobus stop is Beysol, with transfer to the Florya Minibus.
Trip ideas
When to Get There
The shopping center is open daily from 10am to 10pm. Visit around sunset for stunning views over the Marmara Sea. The aquarium closes at 8pm, so visitors should time their visit accordingly. Most shopping and aquarium tours last for 5 to 6 hours.
Istanbul Aquarium (Akavryum)
The Istanbul Aquarium is the largest thematic aquarium in the world, with around 1,500 species and more than 15,000 animals in 64 tanks. On your visit follow a geographical route from the Black Sea toward the Pacific to encounter 17 themes and a rainforest along the way. Plan ahead for opportunities to dive with sharks and see a 5D movie at the aquarium.
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