İstanbul has the world’s pearl necklace: The Bosphorus. Thank’s to its geographical structure, the city has many hills and valley’s and Golden Horn around the Bosphorus which gives the chance to see this beauty from different angles.
Istanbul is one of the richest cities in terms of restaurants, hotels, cafe’s bars, teahouses and leisure places. There are many cheap and expensive places all around and most of them have great views of İstanbul. So preparing a list without the price category would be very hard, also the popularity will be other criteria because there are always some hidden places still waiting to get popular. The list from Foursquare useres are mixed with cafes, bars restaurants, hotels which have amazing view.
1. Leb-i Derya

Leb-i Derya Cafe Bar Istanbul
Stunning views of the City and Bosphorus. Great food. Very large portions. Book at least a week ahead to get a table by the window.
Outstanding view !! The location is great and the food very nice and staff alright. Very good drinks and cocktails at the bar anytime in the evening/night. I highly recommend the bosphorus martini.
Beer was great,view was wonderful and I had best time with great freind👍👍👍
2. Sunset Grill & Bar

Sunset Grill – Bar – İstanbul Bosphorus
Foursquare point: 9.4
Address: Kuruçeşme Mah. Yol Sok. No:2 Ulus (Ulus Parkı), Beşiktaş, Istanbul Restaurant · Kuruçeşme ·
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Very romantic atmosphere, great view and super tastey food! Absolutely recommend!
Sunset offers one of the best Bosphorus views.. The menu has both modern & classic dishes. Delicious foods, good music and service… should exprience İt..
One of the best views, if not the best, you can get from the Bosphorus, mixed with Turkish/sushi menu and a terrace perfect for summer times! Do not miss their kebab choices, delicious!
3. Mikla

Mikla Restaurant and Bar with a great view of İstanbul Bosphorus and Golden Horn over Galata
Was soooo amazing. Food, view, service – all perfection.
The view of the terrace is amazing. The service, the food and the drinks are great. Order the beef as main course.
An amazing view, great choice cocktails and nice selection of wine. Pretty much the best stop in Istanbul. Certainly not cheap but deserves it to the fullest. Friendly stuff. A must see.
4. Galata Tower

Breakfast at Galata Tower Restaurant and a guest Seagull
Awesome views of the old city. I would recommend visiting in the evening to take good photographs of the panoramic views of the city.
Wandering around Galata tower’s narrow streets is as good as Galata tower’s amazing view
Absolutely gorgeous view of Istanbul! A great place to try!
5. Four Seasons Hotel Bosphorus
Amazing amazing amazing , view , service , staff , food and everything 💙💙💙
Always a pleasure to visit. Amazing view and good service.
Beautiful hotel, gorgeous gardens with views of Bosphorus 💓
6. Vogue
chic restaurant and it has a wonderful view of Bosphorus, the sunset is wonderful and they have very nice sushi menu.
Award-winning bartenders, artisan cocktails, great bar menu, more wine options, the best view of istanbul and panoramic. Waiting you friendly service. Cheers ❗️
Delicious #cocktails 🍸🍹 Great #decoration 👌 good music 🔊 best view of town, perfect service. Cheers ❗️
7. Bebek Starbucks
very good place with fantastic view of Bosphorus…
Everything is amazing… the view, coffee, atmosphere and everything :)
View is amazing! Get your coffee and watch the beautiful Bosphorus
8. Mangerie
Foursquare point: 9.0
Address: Cevdetpaşa Cad. No:69 Bebek, Beşiktaş, IstanbulCafé · Bebek ·
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Very nice atmosphere at night with nice view from the terrace
one of the best breakfast places in town.view is so nice.prefer to sit outside.no booking so i recommend to be there before 11am for breakfast on weekend.Breakfast plate&Pancake with nutella is yummy
Fantastic view! Try to sit in the balcony to enjoy the magnificent Bosphorus view.. The breakfast menu is enough for two. Also nice for lunch, dinner and drinks.. One of my favourites in Istanbul..
9. Ulus 29
Foursquare point: 9.1
Address: Adnan Saygun Cad. Ulus Parkı İçi No:71/1 Ulus, Istanbul
Nightclub · Ulus · 372
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Good food, amazing view. Very cool.
Number 1 choice for fine dining turkish cuisine. Great food, phenomenal views.
Good food, good service, beautiful view of Bosphorus !
10. Chilai
Beautiful Bosphorus view and good food and of course not cheap
Great view; great for anytime from breakfast to lunch to dinner 👍🏼
Great view, beautiful for brunches. At night with less Bosporus view I don’t recommend. Eggs Benedict for brunch is awesome. Staff a bit uptight. This place can get a better chef or menu!!!
11. Taksim Midpoint
Foursquare point: 9.1
Address: İstiklal Cad. No:187, Beyoğlu, Istanbul Restaurant · Tomtom ·
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Fantastic view, great for coffee and lunch.
Great music! An amazing view on Bosphorus plus really delicious food. And WI FI!!!
Make sure you go to their terrace with an amazing view of Bosphorus. Beautiful place, delicious food, very good service. Enjoyed our time there.
12. Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul

Very good hotel. Very beautiful view on Bosphorus
I’ve stayed at the hotel during the new year days,, view is fantastic.. Staff are so professional.. breakfast is great, and the hotels taxi drivers are the best taxis in istanbul👍
I’m in love with this amazing view of the Bosphorus! Just the best! Staff is very friendly, the bedrooms are clean.👍😍
13. Istanbul Modern

The Cafe of İstanbul Modern Museum with Bosphorus view in Karaköy – İstanbul
Foursquare point: 9.5
Address: (İstanbul Modern)
Kılıçali Paşa Mah. Meclis-i Mebusan Cad. Antrepo No:4 Karaköy, Beyoğlu, Istanbul Art Museum · Kiliçali Paşa ·
This place is awesome! Try the cafe great view and nice food!
Very interesting to see local contemporary are. Playing it a bit save though. Nevertheless a delight and go for the restaurant with the amazing view :)
three awesome exhibitions going on right now, numerous video installations, restaurant with fantastic view to Golden Horn and Bosphorous. be sure to give it at least half a day! totally recommended!
14. Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus

Conrad Hotel Bosphorus view
Nice room, cool view, excellent food
For me one of the best places for meetings. In the end drinking someting at the terrace with good service and an amazing view
Love here! Great service, good view over Bosphorus(rooftop bar shouldn’t be missed👏), super comfy bed. Wish executive lounge is located in higher floor for the view:)
15. Swissôtel The Bosphorus

Swissotel The Bosphorus – Bosphorus view
Foursquare point: 9.5
Address: Vişnezade Mah. Acısu Sok. No:19, Beşiktaş, Istanbul –Hotel · Vişnezade
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One of the best hotels in Istanbul.. Also the view of the bosphorus is amazing… Give it a shot..
Amazing view ! You can say that , first they made the Swiss thn they built the bosphorous…love this place ❤03.11.2012
Best views of the Bosphorus and great customer service.