A garden in the old city

Behind the busy streets of Sultanahmet, Aura opens onto a green garden with Hagia Sophia rising just beyond. It is one of those rare places in the old city where you can slow down, sit under the trees and watch the day pass from breakfast to the late hours.

Morning to midnight, and beyond

Start the day with a generous Turkish breakfast in the fresh morning air. By lunch and dinner, the menu turns to authentic Turkish dishes, from mezze and grills to home-style favourites. As evening falls, the garden lights up, cocktails are poured and the atmosphere settles into something more relaxed, with shisha for those who wish.

The setting

With its open-air tables, greenery and one of the closest views of Hagia Sophia, Aura suits every moment: a slow morning, a sunny lunch between sights, or a long night out with friends. Open from early morning until late, it’s always the right time for Aura.