İzmir Bay Ferry & Karşıyaka
Karşıyaka Vapur İskelesi
Take a municipal ferry across İzmir Bay for just a few lira to enjoy the city skyline, then explore the old shopping streets of Karşıyaka on the far shore.
The İzmir Bay ferry is both a daily commute for locals and the cheapest “cruise” for visitors. The crossing from Konak or Pasaport pier to Karşıyaka on the opposite shore takes about 20 minutes. Pay by tapping an İzmirimkart transport card. On board you can buy tea and sesame rings to feed the gulls. Near the Karşıyaka pier is a lively pedestrian shopping street and the long-established “İzmir Ice Cream” shop. Heading west along the coast to Bostanlı brings you to the seaside promenade and restaurant district. Ferries run roughly 06:00–23:00, and evening sailings are best for watching the sunset.
Opening hours
Approx. 06:00–23:00
Nearby sights
- Alsancak & Kıbrıs Şehitleri Street
- Atatürk Museum (İzmir)
- Kordon Promenade
- St. Polycarp Church
- Historical Gas Factory (Havagazı Fabrikası)
- Kızlarağası Han
- Hisar Mosque
- Kültürpark