How to find the ferry pier to the Princes' Islands (Adalar) near Galata Bridge / Eminönü in Istanbul?

On the way back after crossing the bridge, go to the stop where a staff member helps passengers board the ferry — just mention your hotel name and they'll point you to the right boat.

The ticket booth for the islands ferry is left of Galata Bridge — look for a small booth with the 'Adalar' sign.

Route: board near Karaköy, sail past Galata Bridge, get off at the Eminönü stop — the next one might be near Sirkeci, which is close by.

Facing the bridge, the pier is on the left — a small brown booth marked 'Adalar' and 'Boğaz Turu' (Bosphorus tour). A map pin location is available for navigation.

If walking from Sirkeci, you don't need to cross to the other side of Galata Bridge — the correct pier is on the same side.

Landmark: the correct pier is to the left of the bridge when facing the water. Piers with red signboards and crowds waiting for boats are to the right of the bridge — skip those.