🛍️ Retail Therapy in Famagusta (Gazimağusa): Best Shops, Malls & Markets

Retail Therapy in Lefkoşa (North Cyprus) –

✨ Why Famagusta is Perfect for a Shopping Day

Famagusta (Gazimağusa) offers a brilliant blend of modern retail therapy and Cypriot charm.Spend your morning wandering the Walled City, browse boutiques around Namık Kemal Square, then escape the midday sun in the air-conditioned comfort of City Mall AVM. End your day stocking up on gourmet treats or imported favourites at Lemar Supermarket.

🧭 Tip: Pair your shopping trip with a visit to nearby Salamis Ruins or a relaxing seaside lunch — both just minutes away.

🏬 Top Shopping Spots in Famagusta

🛒 City Mall AVM

📍 Şehit İbrahim Kazım Caddesi🕙 Open: 10:00 – 22:00 dailyFamagusta’s main shopping destination. Fashion, accessories, electronics, cafés, and a cinema — all under one roof.💡 Perfect for: families, air-conditioned comfort, and extended browsing.

🏺 Old Town Boutiques – Namık Kemal Square

📍 Walled City (Kaleiçi)Handmade lace, silver jewellery, olive oil soaps, and quirky souvenirs fill the narrow lanes around Namık Kemal Square.💡 Perfect for: locally made gifts, artwork, and Instagram-worthy strolls.

🍋 Thursday Market (Perşembe Pazarı)

📍 Baykal Mahallesi, near the old bus terminal🗓️ Every ThursdayFrom fresh figs to Turkish textiles, this lively market captures the spirit of local life.💡 Best time: early morning for produce, late afternoon for discounts.

📚 Deniz Plaza & DAÜ Campus Shop

📍 Topçular Boulevard & EMU CampusAn institution in Northern Cyprus for books, art supplies, and gifts. Students and creatives alike will find inspiration here.💡 Perfect for: unique stationery and thoughtful presents.

🛍️ Lemar Supermarket

📍 Branches city-wideNorth Cyprus’ most trusted supermarket brand — great for imported goods, local wines, and fresh produce.💡 Perfect for: villa owners, self-caterers, and long-stay visitors.

🕓 Opening Hours & Practical Tips

🕙 City Mall: 10:00–22:00

📚 Deniz Plaza: 08:00–19:00 (Mon–Sat)

🍋 Thursday Market: Morning till late afternoon

🛒 Lemar: Open daily, times vary slightly by branch

💡 Top Tips:

• Bring cash for smaller market stalls.

• Shop early in the Old Town before the midday heat.

• Free parking at City Mall; limited inside the Walled City.

• Markets often offer better prices before closing.

💼 Plan Your Shopping Day

🗓️ Stay Longer, Shop More! Book your accommodation near Famagusta’s Old Town or along the Salamis Road for quick access to shops and attractions.

🚗 Need a Ride? Read our Hiring a Car in North Cyprus Guide for rental tips, insurance info, and local driving advice.

🛳️ Visiting from Abroad? Check ferry options in our Ferry Services to North Cyprus guide — with up-to-date schedules from Turkey and beyond.

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