After looking for rooftop bars in Istanbul to watch the sunset, we settled for Snog and I left very pleased.
I was walking around Galata, and after giving up on bars because everything I found online sounded expensive for Istanbul, I turned and saw the sign for a roof bar. My phone was loading slowly so I decided to head upstairs and just see what it looked like.
Took the elevator and then you have to go up one more flight of stairs, and you arrive at a cozy terrace with several tables and plenty of seating. The views didn't quite face sunset but you got a great view of Galata tower next door, plus the water past the buildings.
Drinks were 175-185tl for cocktails, so not bad compared to other places. Also they add a 10% service fee. Music was good, ambiance was fun, children not allowed, but smoking is.
Considering it was a cool spot on a hot summer afternoon at sundown, I would totally go back. read more