Rooftop bars in Istanbul you have to try
Istanbul is best known for its historical sites and picturesque landscapes. Here you can walk through the corridors of the Haggai Sophia, take an air balloon ride over the city and indulge in the city’s unique art collection. After exploring Istanbul by day, the city offers a nightlife that’s just as memorable. Here are some of the rooftop bars in Istanbul we recommend you try available on the Istanbul City Guide, to not only enjoy a range of creative cocktails and swoon-worthy dishes but also to take in the city’s night lights and unique nightlife.
Awarded a Michelin Star for its outstanding cusisine, Mikla is one place you need to try out if you want to be impressed. Appearing in the World’s Best Restaurants List here you can enjoy your food with a delicious view of the city below. The bar rests on the rooftop terrace where you can mingle while sipping crafty and cool cocktails. Its urban and sleek design offers it as “the” place if you ever want to impress anyone in the city. Whether it be a client, friend, business partner or a intresting date, Mikla will give you the ambience setting you up for sucess.
Serving food for the fashionable. Vogue Restaurant is a chic rooftop eatery located on top of the Bjk Plaza in Besiktas. Here the setting is minimalistic so all attention is focused on the food and drinks served. Sophistication is key so don’t be surprised if you are met by Istanbul’e high society mingling while sipping colorful cocktails. A dress code of smart casual applies at Vogue keeping in with their modern and sleek designs.
Much smaller in size but offering a cosy and casual atmosphere, Alexandra Cocktail bar is ideal for a laid back weekend drinks with new friends in the city or even just your significant other. We recommend this bar for those who have had a long day on their feet and wish to enjoy Istanbul’s relaxed nightlife. Here you can enjoy an array of delicious dishes and cocktails of all concoctions. Sit inside a intimately lit surrounding for shushed conversation of enjoy the breeze in your hair at their outdoor terrace. Alexandra cocktail bar is busy on weekdays just as much as weekends so make a reservation prior.
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