Which Sunday market in Istanbul is best for antiques, flea-market finds, and unusual items rather than cheap clothes?

As an alternative to the pricey Sunday antiques market, consider browsing shops and finds in Balat: the discussion warns that even small items at the market can be overpriced for tourists.

The newest takeaway is that if you want antiques, quirky finds, and a real flea-market feel on a Sunday, travelers are looking more at the Tarlabaşı Sunday market than at standard clothing bazaars.

Bontempi was described as a less appealing Sunday option for antiques: it is set inside a parking structure, so it may disappoint if you are after odd finds and a true flea-market atmosphere.

One practical warning from the chat: a market being considered for Sunday turned out to be closed on Sundays and official public holidays, so it is worth checking opening days before heading out.

For travelers wanting junk, curiosities, and random flea-market finds rather than cheap clothes, the discussion clearly points toward flea or antique-style Sunday markets instead of regular garment bazaars.