How to buy ferry tickets to the Princes' Islands in Istanbul (Trip.com vs Istanbulkart)?
Based on 1 discussion with 2 participants · Last activity: 21 days ago
TL;DR
It's cheaper and easier to buy ferry tickets to the Princes' Islands with an Istanbulkart at the pier than through Trip.com. If you're heading back to Eminönü, buy your return ticket on the island from the same Turyol ferry company that brought you there.
What the community said
If you're returning to Eminönü, buy your return ticket on the island from the same Turyol ferry line that brought you there — simpler than looking for a different dock.
23 days ago Turyol ferry company
Travelers often debate whether it's better to book Princes' Islands ferry tickets via Trip.com or just pay directly with an Istanbulkart at the dock.
22 days ago Istanbulkart
In practice, paying on the spot with an Istanbulkart usually works out cheaper than pre-booking through third-party services like Trip.com.
22 days ago