Celabrating New Year in Istanbul

Have you decided to do something cool this New Year’s Eve and make it memorable? Do you want to spend your new year night with your friends and family in a unique place?

Updated Date : 15.03.2022

Best things to do on New Year's Eve in Istanbul

Istanbul is a fascinating city to spend your new year's party in as the city is a blend of different cultures. You can enjoy it with your friends at different places in Istanbul. If you have chosen Istanbul as a destination to celebrate your new year, then we're here to make it more fun.

This article summarizes all the essential ideas to make your plan a perfect New Year's Eve in Istanbul. Make sure you don't miss the magnificent lights, fireworks and night parties while you are in this city.

Boat Trip

The Istanbul Bosphorus view is breathtaking, and it's one of the best places you can go on new year's night.

You'll be delighted even while imagining the magnificent Bosphorus view over the boat. On boat trips, everything is refreshing for you. Traveling on a boat and slowly going over the Bosphorus is the most soothing thing to experience. 

Appetizers, different foods and desserts are served as the dinner for the New Year celebration. In the night, you can have fun in the crowd out on the roads and start shouting the countdown before you enter the new year.

You might not want this fun night to end. However, celebrating New Year's Eve on the Bosphorus boat tour will be your most memorable experience. 

However, you should book the seat in advance as these are limited.

Bosphorus Cruise Parties

Trusted people well organize the Bosphorus cruise parties. These people offer the best services at an affordable price. 

You can also check the reviews of people and decide accordingly. The slots are booked before, but they give you the advantage of booking cancellation with a full refund.

Restaurants and Hotels

There are some of the best new years eve restaurants to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Istanbul. The top famous restaurants are Conrad Bosphorus Restaurant, Swissotel Gabbro and Vogue Restaurant. A complete guide to the best restaurants in Istanbul is available.

You can make the most of Turkish cuisine while having a great time in these hotels and restaurants. The best cuisine accompanied by the most soothing environment with slow music and pretty lights can create the most serene view.

Spend your night at Clubs

Turkey is a secular state and there are no such restrictions in clubs. There is so much energy and fun when you enter these nightclubs. All the nightclubs in Istanbul try to give their best services to the guests on New Year's Eve.

The night begins and ends like a big festival. You can go out with your friends and join the entertainment on the stage. You can also dance and have a night full of fun till the morning. Most of the clubs arrange special parties for their guests.

Have fun in the streets

The streets of Istanbul are the most crowded and amusing to spend the new year. The government organizes a great party at the largest square of Istanbul. Also, there are different places filled with people who are dancing and having the most cheerful time on the streets. You will not forget these moments.

However, the Taksim Square is the best option for people to enjoy. But be a little careful at this time as there are snatchers mixed in these people, so it's suggested to take care of your things.

Maiden's Tower

Maiden's Tower in Istanbul is a magical place to go on New Year’s Eve. Who wouldn't admire the beauty of this place?

Maiden's Tower is a 2500 years old mysterious structure. It's not found anywhere else in the world. Moreover, it's in between Europe and Asia. The vibe around this place makes it worth staying. Also, the delicious foods, drinks and music create the best possible environment.

Istanbul New Year's Eve fireworks

Fireworks are everyone's favourite and without them, you can not even imagine a good celebration. Istanbul's New Year's Eve fireworks will undoubtedly cheer you up, especially if you are at Bosphorus.

When the clock turns 12 am, the fireworks on the seashores seem excellent and these are worth the wait. If you are a tourist, you can still be a part of the celebrations at night and enjoy the fireworks along many places situated by the Bosphorus shores.

The Final Word

Istanbul is an amazing place with mixed cultures and traditions of Asia and Europe. Starting your New Year's Day on the beach, having a good traditional breakfast can make your day much joyful.

The New Year is an important festival to celebrate, and locals exchange gifts between their friends and families. Make sure you book your place to make the most of Istanbul's New Year's Eve celebrations and festivities, as the slots are usually limited.

Roaming around the streets in the evening and having a new year celebration at a Turkish bar while you enter another year of your life is truly worth the wait. People wait for the whole year for this day and to make their moments much more cheerful.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What do people do in Turkey on New Year´s Eve?

    Istanbul is energetic and bustling all year. But on New Year’s Eve, the whole city comes out on the streets to welcome the year.

    It's the time of the year, where all the tourists go to Istanbul to witness the beauty of Istanbul in lights and fireworks. 

  • Is Turkey friendly to foreigners?

    Yes, Turkey is friendly to foreigners. People from different countries come to Istanbul to enjoy new year's.

  • Is Istanbul good for the new year?

    Having your new year's celebration in Istanbul sounds like a great idea. Turkey's metropolitan is full of energy all year round but puts the most effort to welcome the new year. As a result, every venue turns out to be amazing, be it a hotel or a beach.

  • Do Turkish people drink alcohol?

    Although most of Turkey's population is Muslim, alcohol consumption is quite common there. Alcohol is allowed to be a part of Turkish beverages. In middle east countries, Turkey consumes the most alcohol.

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