Location
Princes' Islands Map & Location
The Princes' Islands sit in the Sea of Marmara, southeast of central Istanbul. Here's a map, their location, and how the islands are arranged along the ferry route.
The Princes’ Islands (Adalar) sit in the Sea of Marmara, southeast of central Istanbul and just off the city’s Asian coast. They’re close enough for an easy day trip yet far enough to feel like a genuine escape — a green archipelago strung out along the ferry route.
On the map
Princes' Islands map
The archipelago in the Sea of Marmara, off Istanbul's Asian shore.
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Coordinates
The islands and their locations
| Island | Ferry stop | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| Büyükada | #4 | 40.8575 | 29.1236 |
| Heybeliada | #3 | 40.8756 | 29.0917 |
| Burgazada | #2 | 40.8794 | 29.0658 |
| Kınalıada | #1 | 40.9089 | 29.0533 |
| Sedef Island | #5 | 40.8489 | 29.1517 |
Frequently asked questions
Where are the Princes' Islands?+
The Princes' Islands lie in the Sea of Marmara, about 15–25 km southeast of central Istanbul, off the city's Asian shore. They form an archipelago of nine islands, of which four are readily visited by ferry.
Are the Princes' Islands in Europe or Asia?+
Geographically the islands sit in the Sea of Marmara nearer Istanbul's Asian side, and administratively they form the Adalar district of Istanbul Province, Turkey. Ferries reach them from both the European and Asian shores of the city.
How far are the Princes' Islands from Istanbul?+
They're roughly 15–25 km from the city centre depending on the island, which translates to a ferry ride of about 35 minutes to just over an hour, according to the pier you leave from.
In what order are the islands along the ferry route?+
Heading out from the city the ferry reaches Kınalıada first, then Burgazada, then Heybeliada, and finally Büyükada, the largest and farthest of the four main islands.
Now find your route out
See which pier is closest to you and how long each crossing takes to reach the islands.
How to get thereKeep exploring
Getting There
Every way to get to the Princes' Islands from Istanbul — public ferry, fast sea bus and private boat — with piers, journey times and simple directions.
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The Islands
A guide to all the Princes' Islands of Istanbul — Büyükada, Heybeliada, Burgazada, Kınalıada and Sedef — and how to choose which island to visit.
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Ferry
How the Princes' Islands ferry works from Istanbul: departure piers, ferry schedule and timetable, ticket prices, journey times and which boat to catch.
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