About Public Transportation City Card

Tourist Transportation Card is a specially designed public transportation card for the needs of tourists, which is called the Istanbul City Card. It is valid in every public transportation vehicle including metro, trams, buses, metrobuses, and ferries. There is only one exception, minibuses in Istanbul still use cash, but don’t worry there is no place you can get by minibus instead of a bus! 

If you are a tourist in Istanbul, this card is perfect for you! Since public transportation is the cheapest and most of the time the fasted way to transport, you can use this card to get wherever you want to visit in Istanbul. It is a beautifully designed physical card delivered at your hotel by Istanbul Tourist Pass and after using it, you can keep it as a souvenir. 

The new Istanbul City Card has 6 different designs each of them having a symbol of Istanbul. One symbolizes the famous cats of Istanbul, others have drawings of the Maiden Tower, the Galata Tower, a cup of Turkish tea, a ferry, and the famous red tram of Istiklal Street on them. Cards are delivered randomly so you may have only one of them for your visit; so another reason to come again to collect them all. 

You will have a physical card and don’t need to return it, you can keep it to remember the amazing days you were in Istanbul.

Unlimited Public Transportation all around Istanbul! 
Istanbul City Card is a prepaid public transportation card that gives you unlimited access to public transportation for the number of days you choose. It is valid in every public transportation vehicle including metro, trams, buses, metrobuses, and ferries.  It is a beautifully designed physical card delivered at your hotel by a carrier and after using it, you can keep it as a souvenir. 

Istanbul City Card 

  • Easy to use and valid in all public transportation vehicles

  • Only available for the tourists

  • Pre-paid - no need to top on

  • Unlimited access to public transportation for the number of days you chose

  • Anonymous - you don’t need to personalize

  • Easily buy online- plan your delivery

  • Delivered to your hotel - no long lines

  • Save up to 40% - Buy together with Istanbul Tourist Pass®

To purchase your Istanbul City Card and order your delivery click here: Unlimited Public Transportation Card 

Frequently Asked Question

How can I use the Istanbul City Card?
You can use your card by placing your card on the Istanbulkart card readers found on public transportation vehicles (Bus, Subway, Tram, Metrobus, Ferry, etc.) You can't use the card more than once, each person has to have a different card.
Where can I use my Istanbul City Card?
Istanbul City Card can be used in Istanbul’s all public transportation vehicles.
Where can I provide my Istanbul City Card?
Your Istanbul City Card will be delivered to your hotel upon your arrival.
How much does Istanbul Transportation Card cost?
The Istanbul City Card fee is changing according to the number of days you chose. You can check the prices on Istanbul.com.
How much does one ride cost?
Your Istanbul City Card is unlimited so you don't need to think about extra costs.
Can I share my Istanbul City Card with someone?
No, since it is an unlimited card, it is only for the use of one person.
Do I have to buy a seperate card for my children?
Yes and no. Children under the age of 6 do not need to have a separate card.
Can I add more balance to my Istanbul City Card?
The Istanbul City Card is unlimited so within the days you chose, you don't need to add more balance to your card.