In recent years, istanbul’s nightlife has truly come alive, and locals will tell you that the nightlife is spread out in all directions across the city. you may easily spend the night hopping from one place to the next in istanbul, thanks to its many small bars, pubs, cafés, and restaurants.
published: 12 September 2022 / updated: 7 March 2024Share
Istanbul is often known as the “never-sleeping city.” Throughout the year, the city’s eating, drinking, shopping, music, and entertainment scene, which includes a range of exciting events, concerts, festivals, art exhibits, and more, may be enjoyed.
Nisantasi
Nişantaşi is a western-style neighborhood in Istanbul’s central district. It was formerly the home of Turkish intellectuals such as Orhan Pamuk, but now it’s a neighborhood split into two sections: one dedicated to fashion and luxury goods, and the other more casual, where new urban lives are the standard. The Kozmonot, a bar providing hundreds of various types of beers and excellent drinks, is one of the locations we can recommend. It is a popular gathering spot for locals.
Kadikoy
Kadikoy is a big neighborhood on the Asian side of the city, where living is pleasant and easy. This is a fairly secular middle-class neighborhood that, despite its distance from the tourist traps, is well worth a visit! The easiest method to get there is to take the boat early in the evening and then take a dolmuş or cab back later (see “Our guide to public transportation”). You have a lot of options in the neighborhood, such as Arka Oda, a pub that often hosts live music in a rock & roll setting.
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Karakoy
Karaköy has been a gathering place for Istanbul’s hipsters and artists in recent years.
Many tiny cafés, fashionable shops, and trendy bars may be found among the little craftsmen of another period. What makes Karaköy noteworthy is its closeness to the ancient town (Sultanahmet) and the Galata district, as well as the fact that most of the good spots are tucked away from the main axes. The clientele is mostly youthful and bohemian, and businesses do not need a certain dress requirement to gain entry.
Arnavutkoy
Arnavutköy is a popular District In Istanbul these days. This neighborhood, which was and still is the go-to spot for a delicious fish, has seen a slew of new tiny and trendy bars that are a great location to grab a drink and party after dinner. The major benefit of Arnavutköy is that you’ll never be disappointed by the turnout; it’s packed nearly every day of the week. Alexandra, which serves excellent handmade cocktails, An, the neighborhood’s most informal restaurant, and Hudson, a magnificent brasserie that transforms into a bar at night, are among our favorites.
Bosphorus Is An Added Bonus!
If you go north along the Bosphorus on the European side, you will arrive at a highly affluent neighborhood that is home to the wealthy residents. Everything is luxurious, yet there are no tourists to be found. There are lots of excellent places to drink, particularly in the Bebek area, in addition to the lovely surroundings. You’ll discover Lucca, one of Istanbul’s most renowned bars and restaurants, where you may enjoy cocktails and fine wine while appreciating the finer things in life.
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Turkey is a country surrounded by seas on three sides. Therefore, it is very rich in fish and seafood. It is possible to get lost among the fish and seafood on the menus of Istanbul restaurants. Because a saying in Turkey is reflected in the culinary culture of the whole country: “I would eat my own father if he came out of the sea.”
Kadıköy is located on the Anatolian side of İstanbul and is an intersection between different parts of the city. The first settlement in Kadıköy dates to the 19’th century. Byzantine lived in Sarayburnu in 658 BC, a district that is located on the European side right across the Kadıköy, captivated by the beauty of Sarayburnu and bewilderedly and thought that people who lived in Kadıköy must be blind not to see the magnificent beauty of Sarayburnu.
Istanbul offers something for everyone’s taste and budget. the city is well-known for its ancient bazaars and marketplaces. the grand bazaar (kapali carsi) is without a doubt istanbul’s most popular tourist shopping destination.
Value-added tax (vat) is collected by almost all countries around the world. but as a tourist, you can benefit from tax free shopping in istanbul in different stores. if you are visiting different parts of turkey, you can still claim your taxes back. all you need to do is be eligible for tax free shopping in turkey. once you meet the requirements, you can claim your vat payment back. product prices in turkey include value-added tax (kdv). as istanbul is an amazing city for shopping, you will probably purchase some gifts in your istanbul old city tour. there are hundreds of authentic shops in istanbul.