WEDNESDAY: THE “OTHER” SIDE

Kadıköy – Moda

If the Sultanahmet area refers to Istanbul’s glorious past, the neighborhoods of Kadıköy. point to its progressive future. Nowadays, Kadıköy has the liveliest street culture and nightlife in Istanbul.

Especially, Caferağa, Yeldeğirmeni, and Moda neighborhoods pique the interest of visitors with their bohemian vibe. Once quiet residential areas, their streets are now filled with young cafes, restaurants, event spaces, boutiques, live music venues, and pubs. Impressive street art, traces of rock’n roll and hiphop culture are in abundance, alongside one of the densest areas for delicious street food. As the fans of Kadıköy’s beloved football club, Fenerbahçe, often declare it: Kadıköy is a Republic in and of itself and you will not regret becoming its loyal citizen, even if only for a day.