Göreme
Sip sunset cocktails while taking in the best view in town. Tamer and Lisa have created Göreme's most chilled-out, intimate summer drinking spot on the…
Must-see nightlife in Cappadocia
Cappadocia
Parched after climbing Ortahisar's rock-castle? Right at the castle's foot, this itsy-bitsy cafe with chunky wood seating under an awning, Turkish…
Ürgüp
Since this Antalya-based cafe brand opened in Ürgüp in 2018 it's become the town's favourite meeting point. It has a Starbucks vibe for both the espresso…
Göreme
Behind Mosaik's sleek wood bar is the best selection of Turkish wines in the village, and at ₺25 for a very generous pour, you'll be tempted to linger for…
Göreme
This beautiful old konak (mansion) was shuttered for years, hiding its salons of fresco-painted wood panelling from view. In 2019 it reopened as a cafe…
Cappadocia
After a long, hot valley walk, we can think of no better place in Çavuşin to sit back with a tea or fresh-pressed orange juice than under the shady…
Cappadocia
On a stinking-hot summer day, climb up the stairs on Atatürk Caddesi to this stone house for a thirst-quenching homemade lemonade or fruit smoothie. Prime…
Ürgüp
The shaded porch here is one of the nicest places in Cappadocia to partake in a spot of wine tasting. Tastings consist of eight wines and you can order…
Cappadocia
Follow the signs down into the valley, from the ridge in front of Uçhisar Castle, to find the sweetest cafe in town on a terrace right in front of a fairy…
Cappadocia
This cheap-and-cheerful garden cafe, near the trailhead into Rose Valley, is in prime position to catch weary hikers. Great for a fruit juice stop and…
Kayseri
Facing the square, inside Kayseri's bijou historic neighbourhood, Vera has regular live music in the evening so is a good place to hang out for a few…
Göreme
A cosy and super-friendly cafe that's great for a cold drink or tea stop (the coffee is average at best). If you're in need of a mid-afternoon pick-me-up,…
Cappadocia
If you're after an afternoon beer, look out for the stone facade, decorated with flower hanging baskets and multicoloured umbrellas, of this friendly bar…
Kayseri
Your best bet for a beer or cocktail in Kayseri is on the top floor of the Radisson Blu hotel, where you get a drop-dead gorgeous view of Erciyes Dağı (Mt…
Ürgüp
This bar-restaurant is known for its live traditional music. Late on a weekend night, with musicians blasting out soulful tunes, expect plenty of dancing…
Cappadocia
This modest cafe, on Uçhisar's main square, has shaded terrace seating and chatty staff. It's a good spot for a çay or cold drink stop, though there's no…
Kayseri
The bar inside the very central Wyndham Grand Hotel has an old-fashioned pub feel with plenty of dark wood and a couple of comfy sofas. It's a relaxed…
Ürgüp
After dark, Ürgüp's bright young things lounge around on the sofas out the front as hip-hop blasts from the stereo. There's often live music from 8pm.
