Apart from its coastal nature and unique views, Astara is one of the most popular shopping destinations in the north. The border location of this city, the high variety of goods and reasonable prices have made the markets and shopping centers of Astara always lively and popular. If you are on your way to Astara, getting to know the shopping centers of this city will help you to experience smart and enjoyable shopping in addition to visiting the sights of Astara. In the following, we will introduce the best shopping centers in Astara so that your choices during your trip will be easier and more targeted.
Astara beach market
- address: Prayer Square, Mellat St
- Hours of operation: 10 to 22
Astara Beach Market, as the best market in Astara, is one of the most famous and oldest commercial centers in northern Iran, which dates back to the early 1370s and has played an essential role in the economy of the region since the collapse of the former Soviet Union. Its covered corridors with about 1,600 commercial units contain a variety of goods such as clothing, cosmetics, toys, home appliances and mobile accessories. The proximity to the sea and its special border location have also made the beach market not only suitable for shopping, but also for experiencing the local culture and getting to know the life of the local people.
Photographer: A. Seidi / Google Map
Astara beach market was also known as the “Russian market” in the beginning and in the past it was mostly a place to sell high-quality Russian goods at very reasonable prices; Of course, nowadays most of its goods are supplied from Tehran and the variety of Chinese brands has increased. The presence of open parking, restrooms, food and fast food stalls, and easy access are among the features of this popular shopping center.
- address: Imam Khomeini Street, Moalem Street
- Hours of operation: 10 to 14 and 16 to 21:30
Passage Sidan is another market in Astara. This shopping center has three and a half floors, and its amenities include restrooms in the complex and air conditioning. The entrance of the passage has only two steps, and this has made it possible for people with different ability levels to visit the first floor; But to access the second floor, you have to use the passage stairs.

Photographer: Content Center / Google Map
In Passage Sidan, you can find a diverse collection of men’s, women’s, formal wear, coats, children’s clothes, bags and shoes, and other fashion and beauty items.
- Address: Imam Khomeini St., Shahid Haji Abbasi St
- Hours of operation: 10 to 22
Ideal Passage is one of the shopping centers in Astara, which has attracted the attention of many tourists and buyers due to the good quality of the goods. The goods offered in Ideal Passage are mainly imported or high quality domestic products that provide a pleasant shopping experience with the beautiful decoration and modern lighting of the stores.

Photographer: unknown / gilankoja.ir
In Ideal Passage, you can find a complete collection of men’s, women’s and children’s clothing, bags and shoes, cosmetics and various accessories. This shopping center has several floors, three of which belong to the store department. The amenities of this complex include elevator, escalator and bathroom.
Waliasr Grand Bazaar
- Alesson: Imam Khomeini St., Shahid Haji Abbasi St
- Hours of operation: 10 to 22
Valiasr Grand Bazaar is another shopping center in Astara. You can find all kinds of men’s and women’s clothing, coats, bags and shoes, shawls and scarves, rhinestones and cosmetics in Astara Valiasr Grand Bazaar. Most of the goods in this passage are imported and in terms of quality, they are at a very good level. High variety, orderly arrangement of stores and prices commensurate with the quality of goods have made this mall one of the main shopping destinations in Astara.

Photographer: Mah_sa / Google Map
- address: Imam Khomeini St., Shahid Haji Abbasi St
- Hours of operation: 10 to 22
Bazar Noor is one of the oldest shopping centers in Astara. The space of this market is designed in a covered floor and there are shops that have kept their traditional shape. In Noor Bazaar, you can find a wide variety of goods such as women’s and children’s clothing, jewelry, bags and shoes, sanitary ware, cosmetics, and household utensils. Most of the goods in this market are imported. The quality of the products, various prices and the intimate atmosphere of the market have made Bazar Noor still one of the main destinations for tourists and local buyers.

Photographer: payam farsi / google map
If you are familiar with other Astara shopping centers or have other interesting information about each of these collections, we will be happy to share your knowledge and experiences with the audience of Kajaro.
Cover photo source: Google Map site; Photographer: Azer Ekberov (Astara Beach Market)
Frequently asked questions
What are the shopping centers of Astara?
Among the shopping centers of Astara, we can mention the beach market, Valiasr shopping center, Noor market and Sidan Passage.
What is the best market in Astara?
The beach market can be considered the most famous and the best market in Astara.
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