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As most of the mixed ethnic cities in Israel, Akko also has a big market in the old town.
This tip can be considered as a local costum in some ways, in other ways it can be a must see but after all its a market where we shop - thats why its in the shopping.
Akko's market in Saterdays is the most crowded and noisy place you can find yourself in the old town. selling almost everything from a wide food selection (many fresh fish, special spices and other local produts) on to antiques and toys.
This is a place you must go in, even if its for a few minutes, Check it out!
What to pay: Prices are inexpensive at all. About 30-40 percent cheaper then in other cities.
And of course... dont forget to bargain.
Written Jun 5, 2008
Market street is the main road of the Old City and runs from the north to the south. During the Crusader Period this road led from the Hospitallers Gate in the north, along the route of the market or through Via Regis, all the way to the port.
Today, the main market of Old Acre is located on this route – a colorful market with many stalls selling fish and sweet Oriental pastries, as well as shops selling perfume and original spice stores.
The market has undergone a renovation process, which encompassed the shops, the facades and the pedestrian walkway.
What to buy: species,fishes
Written Feb 26, 2008
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This shop is definitely one of the most unique spices shops i have ever seen. right in the middle of the old Arab souk this pearl has cout my eyes ....
So many spices .... even many unique ones... an dthe shop looks soooooo ... almost remoinded me of a book u read aprx 3 month ago from an Indian (from India) authore... about a spices lady....
Oh well... i dont want to write too much here... its something to see, smell and feel.... add it to your list when you're planing your trip to the north :-)
Written Jul 31, 2005
Besides the oriental colorful bazaar atmosphere they all have, The "Shuq Al-Abiad" is especially interesting with the narrow passageways. It's also called "The White Market" due to the white limestone used to build it.
What to buy: The Turkish Bazaar: Small Souvenir Shops, open till 18:00
Shuq Al-Abiad: Souvenir Shops to Grocers...
The Market Street: Very colorful market with spices, perfumes, oriental pastries, fish etc... The main road of the old city.
What to pay: bargain, bargain, bargain!
Written Jul 25, 2005
Address: All over the Old Acco
Phone: 1 700 70 80 20
Website: http://www.akko.org.il/English/Sites/markets.asp
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In the old city there are small market & stores where you can buy souvenirs and other items. Also there is a food market where you can buy fruits, vegetables, spices etc.
Might be good also to try some local snack for eating.
Written Jul 26, 2003
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