BurgazadaAbout Burgazada
Burgazada is one of the Princes’ Islands in the Sea of Marmara, administratively part of Istanbul, Turkey, and known for low-rise development and a largely car-free environment.
The island offers short coastal walks, wooded interior paths and a compact village clustered around the main harbour. Cultural highlights include the Sait Faik Abasıyanık Museum, the preserved home of the noted Turkish short-story writer who lived on the island.
Historically the Princes’ Islands served as summer retreats and places of exile during Ottoman times; Burgazada shares that heritage and developed as a residential and holiday island with limited vehicle traffic.
Burgazada sits in the Sea of Marmara close to other islands such as Heybeliada and Kınalıada and is reached by regular ferry services from several piers in Istanbul.
- Access and transport: regular ferry services connect the island to central Istanbul and other Princes’ Islands, and motor vehicles are generally restricted on the island
- Administrative status: the island forms part of the Princes’ Islands group in the Sea of Marmara and is administratively within Istanbul Province
What to See#
- Sait Faik Abasıyanık Museum: a small writer’s house museum dedicated to Sait Faik Abasıyanık, located on the island and preserving his former residence and artifacts
- Main harbour: the main harbour and village area where ferries from Istanbul arrive and local shops and cafes are clustered
Nearby Attractions to Burgazada
Best Time to Visit Burgazada
Late spring through early autumn for reliable ferry service and island activity.
Weather & Climate near Burgazada
Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 3°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (684 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 4° - 8° | 4° | 91 mm | overcast | 83% | 3.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.5h |
| February | Poor | 3° - 8° | 3° | 66 mm | overcast | 82% | 3.2 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.5h |
| March | Acceptable | 4° - 10° | 5° | 62 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.1 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 8° - 15° | 12° | 47 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.6 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.1h |
| May | Very Good | 12° - 19° | 16° | 34 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 2.4 m/s | 1.6 very high | 14.3h |
| June | Excellent | 16° - 24° | 20° | 28 mm | some cloud | 69% | 2.5 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 14.8h |
| July | Ideal | 19° - 26° | 22° | 23 mm | mostly sunny | 66% | 2.8 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 14.6h |
| August | Ideal | 19° - 26° | 22° | 29 mm | mostly sunny | 66% | 2.9 m/s | 1.8 very high | 13.6h |
| September | Excellent | 16° - 23° | 20° | 39 mm | some cloud | 68% | 2.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 12° - 19° | 16° | 72 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.8 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Good | 8° - 14° | 11° | 85 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 2.7 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.8h |
| December | Acceptable | 6° - 11° | 6° | 108 mm | overcast | 83% | 3.1 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
How to Get to Burgazada
Ferries depart from Bostancı, Kadıköy, and Kabataş; journeys vary from 20-60 minutes depending on route and number of stops.
Tips for Visiting Burgazada
- Rent a bicycle to explore the island's perimeter - the loop is pleasant and traffic-light compared to Istanbul.
- Try the local bakers' shop and small cafés in the village for a slice of island life.
- Take the short ferry from Bostancı or Kabataş (check seasonal schedules).