Istanbul · Bosphorus and Beşiktaş
Bosphorus ferry cruise
A ferry trip up the strait past palaces, wooden mansions and the bridges. Short and long tours leave from Eminönü.
- 2 h 30
- Adult ticket: not confirmed
- Booking: not needed
- Bosphorus and Beşiktaş
Data checked on November 2, 2026
Public ferries and tour boats run up the Bosphorus between Europe and Asia. The long tour goes from Eminönü to Anadolu Kavağı near the Black Sea, stops there for a break and returns, while the short tour covers the lower strait. On the way you pass Dolmabahçe Palace, the Ortaköy mosque, the Bosphorus bridges and wooden waterfront houses.
What to look for
- Dolmabahçe Palace and Ortaköy Mosque from the water
- The Bosphorus bridges
- Wooden waterfront houses
- Anadolu Kavağı on the long tour
Opening hours
Hours not confirmed. Check the official site.
The operator runs a long tour that leaves Eminönü in the morning and a short tour in the afternoon. Times change by season, so check the timetable.
Source: Şehir Hatları, checked November 2, 2026
Tickets and booking
Adult ticket: not confirmed. Fares for foreign passengers are set by the operator, so check its fare page.
Getting there
Go to the Eminönü ferry pier, next to the Eminönü stop on the T1 tram.
Tip
Take a morning departure on a clear day and bring a layer, since the deck is windy.