Must-see nightlife in Cappadocia

  • Dusk by Koza

    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…

  • Elika Cafe

    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…

  • Mack Bear Coffee

    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…

  • Mosaik

    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…

  • Konak Coffee & Lounge

    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…

  • Walnut 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…

  • Lemon Coffeehouse

    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…

  • Efendi Şarap Evi

    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…

  • Kapadokya Peri Cave

    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…

  • Panorama Restaurant

    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…

  • King's Coffee

    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,…

  • Cafe 384

    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…

  • Moonlight Cafe

    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…

  • Cafe Yıldız

    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…

  • Angel Café Bistro

    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.