Nightlife · Istanbul
Nightlife in Istanbul
Where Istanbul goes out — handpicked bars, clubs, live music rooms and late-night eats for any kind of night.
Editor's pickCurated by locals
Top spots in Istanbul
Karaköy Nightlife
NightlifeKaraköy
Wine bars, rooftop meyhanes and DJ sets under the Galata Bridge.
Where to eat
Mikla
$$$$New Anatolian · Beyoğlu
Mehmet Gürs' rooftop tasting menu with the city's best skyline view.
Live & on stage
Chill-Out Festival
Life Park · Jun 14–15 · Electronic
Istanbul Jazz Festival
Various · Jul 1–18 · Jazz
Istanbul Music Festival
Atatürk Cultural Centre · Jun 4–24 · Classical
Tulip Festival
Emirgan Park · Apr 1–30 · Cultural / Free
Frequently asked
- Standouts include Karaköy Nightlife. The list mixes cocktail bars, live-music rooms and dance floors so you can build a full night without leaving the neighbourhood.
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