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Top 15 best cafes in Istanbul

1. Pierre Loti Hill Cafe

2. Cuma Cafe

3. Ara Cafe

4. Dem Karakoy

5. Akali Cafe

6. Mandabatmaz, Istiklal Caddesi

7. Velvet Cafe, Balat

8. Siete Cafe & Art Studio

9. Sirin Firin, Galata

10. Minoa Akaretler, Beşiktaş

11. Cafe Naftalin K, Balat

12. Nevmekan Baglarbasi, Üsküdar

13. Fahriye Cafe, Moda, Kadikoy

14. Buyuk Valide Han, Grand Bazaar

15. Bohem’s Coffee, Harbiye
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15 Best Cafes in Istanbul: A Blend of Tradition and Innovation

Istanbul is the original home of the world’s first coffee shop which opened in the 16th century. You may wonder, with so many incredible things to do in Istanbul, why waste your holiday time sipping coffee in one of the city’s many cafes?

Well spending time in Istanbul’s cafes is a good way to get under the skin of this huge diverse city as locals do. Sit back and observe people discussing business deals over Turkish coffee, friends socialising, students with their noses buried deep in textbooks, and couples canoodling. This is your chance to just soak up the rhythms of the city.  Many places to visit in Istanbul are located extremely close to each other and easily accessible from the best cafes in Istanbul.

The coffee shops in Istanbul come in all shapes and sizes, you’ll find charming cafes located in historical houses or converted from stations, cafes furnished with antiques, mismatched furniture, and paintings. You will find sleek and minimalist cafes with laptop charging points and expert baristas who approach the art of coffee making as though it’s a science experiment, sitting beside simple tea houses frequented by old men playing backgammon.

Our list of the best cafes in Istanbul has something for everyone. Whether you are a digital nomad looking to combine productivity with good coffee or a photographer on the hunt for the best views of the city, we have got you covered with Turkey Tour Packages!

Top 15 best cafes in Istanbul

  • Pierre Loti Hill Cafe
  • Cuma Cafe
  • Ara cafe
  • Dem Karakoy
  • Akali cafe
  • Mandabatmaz, Istiklal Caddesi 
  • Velvet Cafe, Balat
  • Siete Cafe & Art Studio
  • Sirin Firin, Galata
  • Minoa Akaretler, Beşiktaş
  • Cafe Naftalin K, Balat
  • Nevmekan Baglarbasi, Uskudar
  • Fahriye Cafe, Moda, Kadikoy
  • Buyuk Valide Han, Grand Bazaar 
  • Bohem’s Coffee, Harbiye

1. Pierre Loti Hill Cafe

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