The legendary Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul celebrates its 30th anniversary as a Kempinski Hotel and welcomes spring with a variety of outdoor offerings. The only Ottoman imperial and palace hotel on the shores of the Bosphorus, with its striking location and sprawling grounds, has a history dating back to the 17th century. Once home to sultans, the iconic hotel now offers guests outdoor experiences such as the "Luxury Picnic" or the brand new pop-up Berthold.

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Luxury picnic on the Bosphorus

With comfortable and colorful cushions in the green palace gardens, a feast full of delicious food and drinks, and the tailor-made service of Çırağan Palace, the luxurious picnic will be a highlight for those who prefer to spend time outdoors - be it for a special event, a birthday or a family reunion right on the shore of the magnificent Bosphorus. A variety of cheeses, delicious bread from the ovens of Çırağan Palace, salads with meat and seafood, vegetable dishes or handmade chocolates - a picnic in a unique location that is second to none. (The price starts at 99 EUR + VAT per person).

Berthold - the brand new pop-up  

Another exciting outdoor venue on balmy spring evenings is the new pop-up Berthold in the Palastgarten against the backdrop of the stunning Bosphorus. Named after Berthold Kempinski, the founder of Kempinski Hotels and one of Berlin's most innovative restaurateurs at the beginning of the 20th century, this tricycle has been transformed with special parts from abroad to tell the Kempinski story in a modern way. With its wonderful ambience and comfortable and cosy seating, Berthold offers a unique pop-up concept, featuring open wines from local boutique wineries across Turkey. This is accompanied by deli meats, cheeses, sandwiches or hot dogs.

The special history of the luxury palace

Dating back to the 17th century, the Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul is a unique luxury palace located directly on the Bosphorus, one of the world's most important waterways. Facing Asia and with enchanting views of the historic peninsula, East meets West, Europe meets Asia and history meets the present in the building that dates back to the Ottoman era. After a complete restoration and the addition of a modern hotel building with elegant guest rooms, restaurants and meeting rooms, the hotel and palace opened in 1991 under the management of Kempinski Hotels, Europe's oldest luxury hotel group. Guests can choose from 310 rooms, including 20 suites in the hotel and 11 suites in the historic palace. In addition to the magnificent outdoor event spaces, where prestigious local and international events are held, 20 meeting rooms offer state-of-the-art technology and unparalleled comfort to meet guests' high expectations.

Çırağan Palace
Yıldız, Çırağan Cd. No:32, 34349 Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Turkey
Tel: +90 212 326 46 46
diningreservations.ciraganpalace@kempinski.com