Discover Istanbul’s 200 best spots for a Young Friend Groups' trip

Beyoğlu

Dive into Beyoğlu, the beating cultural heart of Istanbul. Stroll İstiklal Avenue, duck into historic passages and side-street meyhanes, and stay as the district shifts into its lively nightlife.

Party Pub Crawl with Party Bus

★ 4.8 · 1,408 reviews

Discover Istanbul after dark on a party-bus pub crawl that takes you from a lively meeting bar to rooftop clubs. Play icebreaker games, ride between venues with friendly hosts, enjoy welcome shots and dance your way to Taksim.

Kadıköy

Cross the Bosphorus by ferry and step into Kadıköy, the Asian side's beating heart. Graze through the covered market, browse record shops and bookstores, then settle into a bar on one of its lively side streets.

Tiny Drinkery House

★ 4.4 · 2,325 reviews

Discover Tiny Drinkery House, a small, photogenic cocktail bar that pulls you in with its decor. Perch at the bar, order inventive drinks with a burger on the side, and stay late.

Karaköy

Wander Karaköy, the Golden Horn's reinvented harbour quarter. Browse galleries and design shops along sloping lanes, pause for specialty coffee, and end at the waterfront for views of the old city skyline.

Cihangir

Wander Cihangir, the bohemian hillside neighbourhood above the Bosphorus. Browse antique shops on steep lanes, claim a café table among local regulars, and take in the view from the terrace.

FLUX

★ 4.6 · 85 reviews

Discover FLUX, a high-up Istanbul club devoted to underground electronic music. Dance to international DJs on a strong sound system, among a relaxed crowd that is there for the music.

Suma Han

★ 3.9 · 400 reviews

Discover Suma Han, a hidden techno club in Istanbul's Azapkapı area. Dance to a Function-One sound system across two stages, with room to sit and chill between sets.

FLEKK

★ 4.8 · 1,368 reviews

Discover FLEKK, a dark and effortlessly stylish cocktail bar in Istanbul. Sip fresh, inventive drinks prepared by a skilled bar team in a cozy yet chic setting built for evenings out.

Kızılkayalar Taksim

★ 3.9 · 4,170 reviews

Pop into Kızılkayalar in the middle of Taksim for Istanbul's famous wet burger. Grab a seat, order one fast, and enjoy a cheap, authentic bite at almost any hour.

Lineup Suadiye

★ 4.2 · 278 reviews

Discover Lineup Suadiye, the late-night live music venue favoured by Asian-side regulars. Arrive after 11 PM for cocktails and a stage act that keeps the dance floor going until the early hours.

Kastel

★ 3.7 · 1,720 reviews

Discover Kastel, an Istanbul nightclub built around electronic music and label nights. Pick a lineup, pass the door, and dance late into the night in a designed, security-conscious space.

Balat

Lose yourself in Balat, the Golden Horn's colour-washed hillside quarter. Wander steep cobbled lanes past painted houses, browse vintage shops, and settle into a café tucked among the old synagogues and churches.

Frankhan by Selectist

★ 3.9 · 396 reviews

Discover Frankhan by Selectist, an after-hours techno venue where nights run into the morning. Take in the lighting and concept, and dance through the small hours in an unusual, unexpected location.

Klein Harbiye

★ 3.4 · 422 reviews

Discover Klein Harbiye, a late-night Istanbul club with a loyal local crowd. Settle into a night driven by a versatile music selector and dance on until the early hours.

Beşiktaş

Explore Beşiktaş, a busy Bosphorus district where ferry piers meet a neighbourhood market. Browse the stalls, eat where locals eat, and stroll the waterfront toward Dolmabahçe Palace.

Geyik

★ 4.3 · 858 reviews

Discover Geyik, a Cihangir bar with a relaxed vibe and stylish decor. Order from a well-regarded cocktail list made by informed staff while good music keeps the evening flowing.

Klein phönix

★ 2.9 · 1,855 reviews

Step into Klein phönix, one of Istanbul's most talked-about music clubs. Dance under a powerful sound system with sharp acoustics and let the night run until dawn.

Şampiyon Kokoreç

★ 4.2 · 3,102 reviews

Stop by Şampiyon Kokoreç for a fast, no-frills bite after dark. Grab a lamb kokoreç sandwich and a handful of stuffed mussels from a family-run counter that stays open into the early hours.

Skull & Bones

★ 4.2 · 192 reviews

Discover Skull & Bones, a cosy dive-style cocktail bar on a lively Istanbul street. Order a signature cocktail, browse the whisky shelf, and soak up the buzz when the DJ plays on weekend nights.

Babylon

★ 4.5 · 1,214 reviews

Discover Babylon, a former brewery turned into a chic live music venue in Istanbul. Catch a national or international act in the 550-capacity hall, then mingle with a lively crowd over drinks.

Harbiye Cemil Topuzlu Open Air Theatre

★ 4.6 · 15,849 reviews

Catch a live show at Harbiye Cemil Topuzlu Open Air Theatre, Istanbul's well-known open-air concert stage. Settle in under the evening sky for a headline performance with big-screen views and strong sound.

Monkey Istanbul

★ 3.7 · 1,510 reviews

Discover Monkey Istanbul, a rooftop cocktail bar overlooking the waterway. Time your arrival for sunset, grab a spot at the front, and watch the city light up over a well-made drink.

Moda

Stroll Moda, Kadıköy's relaxed seaside quarter. Wander tree-lined streets to the clifftop park, then watch the sun drop over the Marmara with a glass of tea in hand.

Tavern

★ 4.1 · 406 reviews

Discover Tavern, a stylish cocktail bar in Istanbul that opens in the evening and stays late. Sip beautifully presented signature cocktails and share a few snacks in a warm, vibrant room.

WU Bomonti

★ 3.6 · 653 reviews

Discover WU Bomonti, a stylish restaurant-bar where dinner flows into a late-night party. Start with ceviche and sake, then stay on as the music picks up after midnight.

Sortie

★ 4.0 · 2,831 reviews

Discover Sortie, a stylish waterside venue in Istanbul where dinner flows into the night. Dine on international dishes and local wines, then stay on as the evening heats up.

Lelabbo Moda

★ 4.7 · 356 reviews

Discover Lelabbo Moda, a cocktail bar styled like an apothecary perfumery in Istanbul's Moda district. Taste unusual, aroma-driven cocktails that the staff explain before serving.

Taksim Square

★ 4.5 · 58,622 reviews

Step into Taksim Square, the energetic centre of modern Istanbul. See the Republic Monument and the mosque, then follow the red tram line down Istiklal Street.

Ortaköy

Wander Ortaköy, where a baroque mosque meets the Bosphorus right beneath the bridge. Grab a loaded kumpir from a street stall, browse the crafts market, and linger on the waterfront as the light fades.