Isparta is Turkey's rose capital, nestled in the scenic Lakes Region of southwestern Anatolia. Famous worldwide for producing the finest rose oil used in luxury perfumes, this tranquil province enchants visitors with its fragrant rose fields, vast freshwater lakes, ancient ruins, and year-round outdoor adventures including skiing on Davraz Mountain.
Best souvenirs
Authentic items worth bringing home.
Isparta Rose Oil (Gül Yağı)
Price: 300–2,000 TRY (~$9–$58) per 10ml
Where: Rose product shops along Atatürk Cad. and bazaar
Rose Water (Gül Suyu)
Price: 50–200 TRY (~$1.50–$6) per 250ml
Where: Bazaar shops, supermarkets
Rose Lokum (Turkish Delight)
Price: 50–150 TRY (~$1.50–$4.50) per 250g
Where: Manolya Pastane, bazaar sweet shops
Rose Jam (Gül Reçeli)
Price: 60–180 TRY (~$1.80–$5) per jar
Where: Bazaar, Eğirdir Saturday market
Isparta Halısı (Isparta Carpet)
Price: 3,000–50,000 TRY+ (~$87–$1,450+) depending on size
Where: Carpet workshops on Halı Fabrikası Yolu; bazaar dealers
Lavender products
Price: 30–200 TRY (~$0.90–$6)
Where: Rose product shops
Local honey (Isparta dağ balı)
Price: 150–500 TRY (~$4.50–$15) per 500g
Where: Friday bazaar, Eğirdir market
Dried herbs (thyme, sage, mint)
Price: 20–80 TRY (~$0.60–$2.50) per bag
Where: Bazaar spice dealers
Traditional markets
Where locals shop and travellers find treasures.
Isparta Kapalı Çarşı (Covered Bazaar)
Rose products, spices, dried fruits, textiles, carpets, souvenirs
Where: Isparta City Center
Hours: Monday–Saturday 09:00–20:00; some stalls Sunday 10:00–17:00
Eğirdir Saturday Market
Fresh local produce, honey, village cheese, lake fish, olives, seasonal fruit
Where: Eğirdir town center
Hours: Saturday 07:00–14:00
Isparta Friday Bazaar (Cuma Pazarı)
Seasonal vegetables, fruit, textiles, household goods, clothing
Where: Isparta, Doğancı district
Hours: Friday 07:00–15:00
Malls & modern shopping
Air-conditioned, international brands, and food courts.
Isparta City Park AVM
Hours: Monday–Sunday 10:00–22:00