THE BEST ROOFTOP BARSIN ISTANBUL

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A trip to Istanbul would not be complete without a drink at a rooop bar.The silhouette of Istanbul covers everything from high rises to historicalmosques, bridges and seagulls flocking in the sky. Watching the sun godown behind this rich silhouette is a memorable experience and shouldnot be missed during a visit to Istanbul.

We compiled a great list of rooop locations that provides greatatmosphere, good drinks and amazing views. The locations range invariety, price and mood but are all frequently visited by locals.

Vogue (Chic)Considered as one of the worlds best bars, Vogue Restaurant has anoutstanding view of the Bosphorus. The atmosphere is warm butsophisticated, the menu is rich with a full wine list of over 200 selections,creative cocktails as well as a cigar selection. The restaurant is also verywell known for its excellent sushi bar. You can enjoy the views from threedierent terraces, one specifically for bar patrons. Location(https://foursquare.com/v/vogue-istanbul-t%C3%BCrkiye/4b897a74f964a520293a32e3)

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Gaja Roof (Chic)Gaja Restaurant, located on the 16th floor of Swissotel The Bosphorus,stands out with its stunning views of the Bosphorus and the sophisticatedmenu prepared by French chef William Mahi. The bar also has a rich winemenu as well as fun cocktails. Try a Frozen Margarita, a Passion FruitCaipirinha prepared with fresh exotic fruits or their signature cocktail WhiteChocolate Mint Martini. Location (https://foursquare.com/v/gaja-roof/4eea853819835bc6eedd65c1)

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Le Fumoir (Chic)Le Fumoir is split into two dierent floors of Georges Hotel, located on the

charming Serdar- Ekrem Street in Galata. You can enjoy the elegant French

dishes in the lobby restaurant or go up to the rooop terrace for drinks.

Enjoy the so jazz played in the background with views of the Bosphorus

and the Golden Horn. Location (https://foursquare.com/v/georges--bar-le-

fumoir/4e9881bb6c25f528607d638d)

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Raika (Chic)This is another top-notch restaurant/bar in the heart of the city, Taksim

Square. Take the elevator to the 20th floor of the Marmara Taksim Hotel

and watch the city life go by underneath your feet. You can enjoy dinner

here as well, but we suggest going for a drink and watching the light shows

on the bridges connecting Europe and Asia. Location

(https://foursquare.com/v/raika/5052ee0be4b06562e2596b19)

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Mikla (Casual, Lounge-ish)Consider this as the crme de la crme of rooop bars. Mikla is a Michelin

star restaurant on the top floor of the Marmara Pera Hotel. Its rooop bar is

small but fully stocked. The service is genuine, the cocktails delicious and

the 360 degree view of Istanbul is unbeatable. A stunning sunset over the

Golden Horn is guaranteed year-round. Location

(https://foursquare.com/v/mikla-restaurant/4c7d56728da18cfa52139fce)

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NuTeras (Hipster, Lounge)

Located on the same strip as Mikla, NuTeras is a hip spot with great food

and cocktails. You can go here for dinner or just cocktails. Sit at the bar

facing the Golden Horn and watch the beautiful colors of the sky as the sun

sets. Dance to the DJ sets in the late hours of the night and rub your elbows

with the young and the beautiful crowd. Location

(https://foursquare.com/v/nuteras/4c00234237850f479fcc973f)

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ZeldaZonk (Hipster, Lounge)

Named aer the nickname Marilyn Monroe used to avoid being recognized,

ZeldaZonk is the rooop bar of Gradiva Hotel in Karaky. The bar is packed

on the weekends with a young crowd who flock here for the tasty cocktails

and DJ sets. Come here early and grab a seat to catch the sunset over the

historical peninsula. Location

(https://foursquare.com/v/zeldazonk/5044eed5e4b0711881ec5959)

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Leb-i Derya (Casual, Lounge-ish)Dont get confused by the two locations of this well-known restaurant/bar.

Go to the one in Kumbarac Street, o of Istiklal Avenue for a casual

atmosphere. In the summer nights enjoy the airy terrace, which turns into a

heated indoor space with full-length glass walls all around that dont

disrupt the views of the Old City. There is a live DJ on Friday and Saturday

nights. Location (https://foursquare.com/v/lebi-

derya/4bf6e75d13aed13a5e6eeaf7)

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La Mancha (Lounge)No visit to Istanbul should be complete without a night out in the

waterfront Kurueme district. La Mancha is part of the Soul Group, asuccessful food and drink management company. The location is both a

Mediterranean restaurant and a full bar. Enjoy your drink at the bar facing

the stunning Bosphorus and watch the talented bartenders create

signature cocktails. Location (https://foursquare.com/la_mancha_)

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Mixo Terrace (Hipster)

Are you looking to be near the sky? Then Mixo Terrace is the spot for you.

Situated on the top floor of Marti Hotel in Taksim, Mixo Terrace has the

largest rooop bar in the Taksim area. With panoramic views from the Old

City to the Bosphorus, Mixo oers a chic ambiance, great music and goodfood. The bar stands out with its looks as well, designed by famousarchitect Zeynep Fadllolu. Location (https://foursquare.com/v/mixo-terrace/5385ab97498e8a38239335a9)

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360 Istanbul (Lounge)

360 Istanbul is has been in business for 10 years and is one of the most well

known rooop bars of Istanbul. It is located on the top floor of Msr

Apartment, a building where prominent art galleries are located, so expect

to see an artist crowd here. 360 Istanbul has hosted many famous names

as DJs such as Boy George, Roger Sanchez and Felix the House Cat. The

bar proudly serves their award winning cocktails as well as virgin drinks

and detox fresh fruit mixes. Location (https://foursquare.com/v/360-

istanbul/4bcc565afb84c9b61328203e)

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Zoe Bar & Club (Lounge)

Zoe Bar & Club (Lounge)Just a few steps away from Ltera, Zoe is a rooop bar that turns into a clubaer 23:00. Zoe can fit your mood any time of the day. Come here duringthe day for a relaxing coee, have dinner in the evening and stay late for alate night. The fully stocked bar oers a wide selection of cocktails, beersand wine. DJ Yusuf Can Kurt spins until the early hours of the morning socome here prepared to dance. Location (https://foursquare.com/zoeteras)

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L'tera (Casual)

L'tera (Casual)The location of Ltera may surprise you, it is on the top floor of the Goethe

Institut building in Taksim. They oer an international menu with an

emphasis on Austrian and German cuisine and a short but suicient drinks

menu. Sip your drink and take in all the historic peninsula. You can easily

see the prominent landmarks of Istanbul here, from the Topkapi Palace to

the New Mosque. Location

(https://foursquare.com/v/litera/4b75d5caf964a5202a282ee3)

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5. Kat (Hipster, Casual)

In the heart of Cihangir, the hipster neighborhood of Beyoglu, is the bestkept secret 5. Kat (literally meaning 5th floor). 5. Kat has a long history offamous performers playing here, themed parties and was even the subjectof a film directed by its actor/director owner Yasemin Akkaya. Come herefor a meal or a drink and relax against the panoramic views ofIstanbul. Location(https://foursquare.com/v/5kat/4ca8ab4876d3a09355fe176b)

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Balkon (Hipster, Casual)

This is the ultimate hipster bar of Istanbul. Right in the heart of the nightlife

in Asmali Mescit, Balkon comes with panoramic views of Istanbul. Sit on a

high bar stool and watch the sunset while sipping your beer and snacking

on pistachios and nuts. The bar also oers food, but we recommend

coming here for a drink. Its the perfect spot for happy hour with

reasonable prices and casual atmosphere. Location

(https://foursquare.com/v/balkon-bar/4b634048f964a5209c6d2ae3)

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Born and raised in Istanbul, Seza lived in the U.S. for more than a third of her life. She'straveled through Turkey, U.S., and Europe, as well as Israel and Cuba. Seza is once againliving in Istanbul and exploring her city as a local tourist. She is a travel buff and aphotographer. Check her portfolio at sezabali.com(http://www.sezabali.com/landscapes/)

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