Bomontiada

Bomontiada is a cultural and dining complex in Şişli, set inside the former Bomonti Beer Factory. Its industrial buildings now hold restaurants, bars, exhibitions and live music, with the Ara Güler Museum adding a photography stop. Spend time in the courtyard, then choose a table or a concert at Babylon. Restaurant options include Kiva, which serves Turkish food, and The Populist, known for craft beer. The outdoor spaces are especially appealing on a warm day, but popular restaurants can fill up, so book ahead if you want a meal there.

A former brewery turned cultural venue

Bomontiada occupies the historic Bomonti Beer Factory in Şişli. The complex brings several kinds of outings together: art exhibitions, concerts, bars and places to eat. Its old industrial structure remains part of the setting, alongside newer artistic elements.

There are indoor and outdoor areas, including a courtyard and a balcony. On a warm day, the open spaces give you room to pause between an exhibition, a meal and an event.

Art, music and dinner

The Ara Güler Museum is a photography stop within the complex, and admission is free. Check the museum during your visit, then choose a restaurant or bar nearby. Kiva serves Turkish food, while The Populist is a place to try craft beer.

Babylon is the live music venue here. Bomontiada also hosts concerts, exhibitions and other events, so the experience can vary depending on what is scheduled. If dinner is part of your plan, make a reservation ahead of time; tables can be hard to find when the complex is busy.