Most of the shops in the small bazaar are selling Oriental rugs and textiles and the bazaar is absolutely worth visiting for both rug collectors and tourists.
Situated just besides one of the most important symbols of Istanbul, the Blue Mosque, the Arasta Bazaar has a dignified location. The place also includes Istanbul Mosaic Museum ( Great Palace Museum ) with ancient mosaics from the 6th century.
A long pedestrianised street lined with small shops selling quality carpets, carpet bags, ceramics and leather goods. As space here is limited, shop-owners will often take "serious buyers" to their nearby warehouses for a wider selection of goods.