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Every ferry route in Istanbul is fun to ride, but my favorite is the route between Kadıköy and Eminönü. It gives you some of the best vistas of the UNESCO World Heritage listed historic city and its famous landmarks.

Ferry in Istanbul, Turkey
Ferry

Board the ferry, find a seat on the top deck (if it’s not too cold), and settle in for the lovely cruise between Europe and Asia. If you want, you can even order a çay (tea) from one of the servers walking around the boat. There are snack bars selling all kinds of goodies as well.

Passing the Selimiye Barracks

 

Landmarks

In the old city, you can see the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace. It’s quite a sight when all six minarets of the Blue Mosque come into view.

Istanbul's old city on a ferry ride in Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul’s old city
Blue Mosque in Istanbul, Turkey
Blue Mosque with all six minarets in view
Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey
Hagia Sophia
Topkapi Palace in Istanbul, Turkey
Topkapi Palace above the sea walls of Constantinople

As you approach the Eminönü Ferry Terminal (Eminönü İskelesi), you can see the Süleymaniye Mosque in its commanding position on top of the Third Hill of Istanbul.

Süleymaniye Camii in Istanbul, Turkey
Süleymaniye Mosque

Across the mouth of the Golden Horn in Karaköy you can see the Galata Tower (Galata Kulesi).

The Galata Tower rising above Karaköy from Eminönü in Istanbul, Turkey
The Galata Tower rising above Karaköy

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