Things to Do

Things to Do on the Islands

From the hilltop monastery to the beaches and the bike routes — here's what to do on the Princes' Islands.

Climb to Büyükada's hilltop monastery for icons, wish-ribbons and a Marmara panorama.

Where to swim — the best beaches and coves across the four islands.

Rent a bike and loop the car-free coast roads through the pines.

No cars, no phaetons — walking, electric shuttles and the e-vehicle rules explained.

The Belle Époque timber villas that give the islands their character.

The Museum of the Princes' Islands — island life, past and present.

The historic Greek Orthodox school — closed since 1971, maybe reopening.

Europe's largest wooden building, on the pine slopes.

Saat Meydanı and Luna Park — the island's centre.

A pine nature park for picnics and a coastal walk.

The best panoramas, sunset coves and photo spots.

A guided island day trip bundles the highlights with a boat cruise and lunch.