The big cities, especially Istanbul, cater for a wide variety of tastes, including cinemas, where most films are shown in their original language with Turkish subtitles; nightclubs, ranging from the exclusive with restaurants, bars and discos in the 5-star hotels or along the Bosphorus, to the more traditional variety featuring live shows, Turkish music and belly dancers.

At various times throughout the year, Istanbul hosts cultural festivals including music, dance, and theatre. The International Istanbul Festival takes place annually between June and July and features some of the world’s top artists in Jazz, Pop and Classical music. Check with your tour guide or the information desk in your hotel for more details.