Shopping in Kemer covers two different worlds: the weekly neighbourhood markets where locals buy fresh fruit, vegetables, village cheese and olives, and the shops selling crafts and souvenirs. The markets are the best way to get to know Antalya’s fertile land, while the shops offer plenty of choice for a meaningful keepsake to take home. This guide covers what to buy in Kemer, where to find it and how bargaining works.
Kemer’s weekly markets
Neighbourhood markets set up on certain days of the week in Kemer centre and in nearby areas such as Çamyuva, Göynük, Beldibi and Tekirova. The days vary by neighbourhood; the easiest way to find out is to ask your hotel reception or a local shopkeeper.
What you’ll find
- Fruit and vegetables: In season, Antalya oranges, pomegranates, mandarins, tomatoes, peppers and greens.
- Village produce: Village cheese, butter, eggs, olives and olive oil.
- Honey and molasses: Pine and flower honey from the Taurus plateaus and carob molasses.
- Spices and dried goods: Pomegranate molasses, dried fruit, thyme and local spices.
- Gözleme: You can often find hot gözleme cooked on a griddle at the market.
Souvenirs and crafts
The bazaar in Kemer centre and the shops around the marina make it easy to find souvenirs. For something meaningful, look out for:
- Weavings and kilims: Carpets and kilims carrying the weaving tradition of the Taurus Yörük. To see Yörük culture up close, visit Yörük Park.
- Ceramics and tiles: Hand-painted plates, bowls and decorative pieces.
- Turkish coffee and Turkish delight: Easy to carry and always welcome.
- Olive-oil soap and natural products: Bay laurel and olive-oil soaps.
- Evil-eye beads and jewellery: Small, light keepsakes.
Shopping tips
- Go to the market in the morning: Produce is freshest and the choice is widest.
- Carry cash: Market stalls don’t always take cards.
- Taste first: Asking to taste cheese, olives and honey is normal.
- Bargaining: Reasonable bargaining is expected in souvenir shops; market prices are usually fixed.
- Handmade or not? For carpets and ceramics, ask whether they are handmade or factory-made; the price should reflect it.
- Luggage: Check airline rules for liquids such as honey and olive oil, and pack them well.
From the market to the table
Curious how market produce is used in the local kitchen? See our guide to what to eat in Kemer.
Shopping from Kemer centre
Kemer Royal Beach Hotel is in Kemer town centre; the bazaar and the town’s shops are within walking distance. Ask our reception for market days and locations. See our rooms or check availability.
Frequently asked questions
What day is the market in Kemer?
Neighbourhood markets are held on different days in Kemer centre and the surrounding areas. Days vary, so check locally.
What should I buy in Kemer?
Pine and flower honey, olive oil, pomegranate molasses, Turkish coffee, Turkish delight, weavings, ceramics and olive-oil soap.
Can I bargain in Kemer?
Reasonable bargaining is expected in souvenir shops; prices at neighbourhood markets are usually fixed.