Istanbul’s fine Turkish restaurant with belly dancing and Turkish shows
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Night life in Istanbul should not be missed. We’re very aware that you want to spend your Istanbul holiday wisely, and here at Sultana’s travellers like you have been Turkish dancing and folk dancing for many years. We are among the chosen entertainment venues in Istanbul for locals as well as foreign visitors. Belly dancing, the “Aşuk Maşuk”, Anatolian dancing and our very own “Harem Show”. Hurry, the Sultana is waiting!
Sultana’s has grabbed the attention of many travellers, travel guides, holiday blogs, Istanbul reviews, restaurant guides, newspapers, magazines and entertainment websites.
Time Out magazine says Sultana’s is “an ideal venue to sample Turkish culture and food in one place”.
The Guardian’s travel website includes an entry on Sultana’s.
Popular travel site TripAdvisor has a lengthy page about Sultana’s with some great reviews.
The Rough Guide to Turkey is part of a famous series of travel books, with this edition being written by Rosie Ayliffe, Marc Stephen Dubin and John Gawthrop. Sultana’s Dinner and 1001 Nights Show is a recommendation under the Cabaret section.
Another great travel wiki guide is Travellerspoint. The Istanbul page is expertly written by seasoned travellers and Sultana’s takes its place in the eating section.
Istanbul Rehber, a guide to Istanbul, lists Sultana’s here and mentions the 10% discount when you reserve online.
i-Günler is a Turkish entertainment guide and displays Sultana’s as one of the popular destinations for Turks.
Here’s a Japanese traveller’s review of Sultana’s.
Swedish travel magazine Vagabond recommends Sultana’s as a place to go to watch belly dancing in Istanbul.
The online travel guide World 66 is a travel guide by visitors themselves. Sultana’s is in the Eating Out section of Istanbul.
Dining Guide has selected Sultana’s as a place to dine in Istanbul.
Sema Yıldız, one of the world’s most sought after belly dance teachers, is a close friend of Sultana’s. She’s put up some belly dance photos from her classes held at Sultana’s.
So, you’re travelling to Istanbul, a magical city, full of mystery and history. Sultana’s Dinner and 1001 Nights Show encapsulates all of this as well as brilliant Turkish food in an unforgettable night.
Sultana’s is an essential part of your Istanbul tour – so don’t miss out on our online discount with exclusive treatment for you, including free transportation, whether you’re on a family holiday in Turkey or on a romantic trip to Istanbul.
Take a look at our extensive menu and some photos of Turkish shows, including folklore dancing, belly dancing and our very own 1001 Nights Harem Show.
If you’re a big group and want to organise something special for your vacation or trip to Istanbul, get in touch through our contact form and we will be in touch very shortly. We regularly check our e-mails and we speak great English.
Welcome to the website of Sultana’s Dinner and 1001 Nights Show in Istanbul, Turkey. We’re a well recommended Turkish restaurant with a stage full of Turkish dancing, belly dancing and cultural shows.
If belly dancing in Istanbul is what you’re looking for, then you’re at the right place. Sultana’s present the best belly dance performed by the most talented Istanbul belly dancers. Every night we have three belly dancing performances from three different Turkish belly dancers of Istanbul – with Ottoman-standard hip swinging ability!
Our very own “Harem Show” is a cabaret representation of life in the Ottoman Empire’s Harem, a special room in Topkapı Palace where the only man that could attend was the Sultan. But it was the Sultan’s mother, the Sultana, who had real control over the Harem, and of course, the ladies within it!
The Sultana will be delighted to welcome you at our venue, where you will eat the finest mezes, grilled meats, vegetarian dishes and thrilling Turkish desserts.
Take a look around our website from the menu on the right. Remember, if you book your table online, you get a special meze selection. You also take advantage of discounts. Enjoy!
Take a look at our exclusive online booking prices. You get a priority table, and free transportation from your hotel and back. Simply fill out the form to book – no deposit required.
All online reservations get table priority and free hotel-Sultana’s-hotel transportation, if you wish.
In addition to these discounted prices, you get a better placed table to watch the show close-up. We also offer free transportation from your hotel and back with our bus. Just fill in the form below to make your reservation for free.
We are constantly on e-mail and you will receive an automatic confirmation of your reservation. Thank you.
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Sultana’s is in central Istanbul, five minutes from Taksim square and only a few minutes away from Istanbul’s luxury hotels in the area. We’re located on Cumhuriyet street, only minutes away from the Hilton.
If you’re travelling by Metro, the nearest stop is Taksim. Take the Taksim Gezi exit from the station on turn right, cross the traffic lights and continue until you see the sign for Sultana’s. Any questions, please contact us and we will help you. Remember, you can take advantage of free transportation from your hotel if you book a table online.
We are a Turkish restaurant within easy reach, whether you are on holiday in Istanbul or you’re looking to make an online booking before your visit. Ask us about our shows, our food, our prices – anything you want. You can fill out the form below or call us on +90 212 219 39 04 or 05. Fax us on +90 212 230 63 05. Email: info@sultanas-nights.com
Sultana’s has held many different events in the past, including belly dancing competitions and TV broadcasts.
We’re available for your corporate event or company off-site trips to Istanbul, as well as a venue to include in your travel agency’s programme. We cater for incentive groups, organise special lunches and other events or dinner at any time that suits you – even after midnight! Istanbul is fast becoming a popular destination due to cheap flights from across Europe.
Our venue has a capacity of 230 people, with an additional small hall for 120 people. We can cater for and entertain a total of 350 people.
Have a question? Want to get a quote? Contact us here.
Take a look at a typical evening’s programme at Sultana’s Dinner and 1001 Nights Restaurant. If you wish to just view the show and have no dinner, you can take advantage of a discounted price of 40 euros (the price includes one drink and a plate of fruit and nuts).
| Time | |
|---|---|
| 20:30-21:00 | Dining music |
| 21:00-21:15 | Belly dancing |
| 21:15-21:30 | Turkish folklore dancing – Regional dances from the Thrace and Anatolia regions |
| 21:30-21:45 | Belly dancing |
| 21:45-22:00 | Folklore dancing – more regional dances: The Ege Zeybek |
| 22:00-22:30 | The Sultana’s Harem Show - The Sultana and the “cariye” feature in this theatrical interpretation of Harem life |
| 22:30-22:35 | The Aşuk Maşuk Show |
| 22:35-22:50 | Belly dancing |
| 22:50-23:45 | Live music and singing |
| 23:45-01:00 | Music and dance floor |
