Bosphorus Bridge, Istanbul, Turkey

Istanbul Nightclubs

El Beso Restaurant and Club

With a cool white and gold interior, Mediterranean menu and hip music, El Beso Restaurant & Club is the ideal place to chill with friends, party to local & international DJ's or enjoy a romantic meal. ...more »

  • Location: Kurucesme
  • Type: Nightclubs
  • Tel: +90-212-2875759

Disco Scotch

One of the quirky jewels of Nisantasi, Disco Scotch is a 1970's style discotheque. This lively Istanbul club has been open for over 40 years and boasts a top quality sound system and playlist. ...more »

  • Location: Macka
  • Type: Nightclubs
  • Tel: +90-212-2416069

Minimüzikhol

One of the best music venues and clubs in the Istanbul underground scene, Minimuzikhol has certainly been able to differentiate from every other club through the increasing quality of its performing musicians ...more »

  • Location: Cihangir
  • Type: Nightclubs
  • Tel: 0212 245 1996

Vodka Club

Popular with all ages, Vodka Club in Etiler offers a new concept entertainment experience with its cool, stylish decor, fusion music, attentive service and wide range of drink choices. ...more »

  • Location: Etiler
  • Type: Nightclubs
  • Tel: +90-212-2691341

Machine Club

With a slogan, "Music for pleasure", Machine is one of Istanbul's most popular electronic dance music nightclubs, situated just off Istiklal Street in Taksim. ...more »

  • Location: Beyoglu
  • Type: Nightclubs

Indigo Lounge

Especially popular with the electronica crowd, Indigo plays a wide range of techno, house, disco and indie music. Live performances by DJ's and festival groups take place here regularly. ...more »

  • Location: Galatasaray
  • Type: Nightclubs
  • Tel: +90-212-2448567

Ghetto Istanbul

Ghetto Istanbul is a popular split-level music lounge set in the historic Mario Cantoni building, once a thriving bakery. ...more »

  • Location: Istiklal Street
  • Type: Nightclubs

Jazz Stop

Jazz Stop Bar is situated in a largely residential area in Suadiye on the Asian side of Istanbul. This popular jazz venue features regular live performances. ...more »

  • Location: Suadiye
  • Type: Nightclubs
  • Tel: +90-216-4103937

Club 29 (Ulus 29)

Club 29 is one of Istanbul's most prestigious nightclubs and can only be reached by boat across the Bosphorus. This popular celebrity hangout features a pool, restaurant and sun terrace. ...more »

  • Location: Ulus
  • Type: Nightclubs
  • Tel: +90-212-3582929

Babylon

Babylon is one of Istanbul’s premier live music venues.With capacity for 400 people, this split level multipurpose nightclub hosts a wide variety of acts including jazz, rock, indie, hip hop and more. ...more »

  • Location: Tünel - Asmalimescit
  • Type: Nightclubs
  • Tel: +90-212-2927368

All Istanbul Nightlife

Our Local Experts say:

Istanbul is renowned for its lively nightclubs, which offer a wide range of music and atmospheres to suit every taste, with everything from plush terrace clubs to heavy metal basement bars.

During the summer months, many flock to the nightclubs lining the Bosphorus, which enjoy spectacular views of Istanbul. As the city cools down, the Beyoglu-Taksim area heats up, with live music venues galore hosting a tempting array of gigs.

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