● Departures from Eminönü:  12:00, 15:30, 18:30
Sightseeing boat on Istanbul's Bosphorus in daylight

DEPARTING EMINÖNÜ · DAY CRUISE

Daytime Bosphorus Cruise

Explore Istanbul's two continents in full daylight from the water. Departing Eminönü daily at 12:00 and 15:30, approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.

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Duration
Around 2 hours 15 minutes
Departure
Eminönü · Istanbul
Departure times
12:00 and 15:30 (Istanbul local time)
Starting price
€20 per person
Ages 0–6
Free
Audio guide
7 languages: TR · EN · RU · AR · DE · ES · FR
Capacity
Up to 350 guests

About the Daytime Bosphorus Cruise

The daytime Bosphorus cruise departs Eminönü daily at 12:00 and 15:30. Over approximately 2 hours 15 minutes, you sail between the European and Asian shores, passing Istanbul's historic landmarks and iconic skyline.

Boats carry up to 350 passengers. An audio guide in 7 languages is available through your phone's browser — no app download needed. Children aged 0–6 travel free.

BETWEEN TWO CONTINENTS

The route

EminönüDeparture
Maiden's TowerÜsküdar
DolmabahçeBeşiktaş
OrtaköyBosphorus Bridge
Rumeli HisarıBosphorus coast
BeylerbeyiAsian shore
EminönüReturn

The route and visible landmarks may change with weather and sea conditions.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the daytime Bosphorus cruise?

Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.

What are the departure times?

12:00 and 15:30 from Eminönü. All times are Istanbul local time.

How much does a ticket cost?

Starting price is €20 per person. Children aged 0–6 travel free. Confirm the current price and availability for your date with our team.

Which audio-guide languages are available?

Turkish, English, Russian, Arabic, German, Spanish and French.

Where does the cruise depart from?

Cruises depart from the Eminönü area. Your current boarding point is shared on your e-ticket after booking.

Do children under 7 need a ticket?

Children aged 0–6 travel free. Add the number of children when booking.

DEPARTING FROM EMINÖNÜ

Plan your daytime cruise

Choose the 12:00 or 15:30 departure from Eminönü.

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