Places to Visit in Trabzon
The first priority of travel lovers who want to get general information about the places to visit in Trabzon will be to go through a planning process before setting off. Because the places to visit in Trabzon, a harbour city, are endless … The concept of things to do before you die, which is a frequently opened title on social media in recent years, will also apply to the lists of things to do in Trabzon. Fresh air, abundant oxygen source Trabzon highlands, historical and cultural buildings such as monasteries, castles, museums and mosques … You are faced with a list that goes on and on. You can travel comfortably by taking a daily Trabzon tour service with Vip vehicles and explore the Black Sea.
1. Trabzon Castle
Among the places to visit in Trabzon, Trabzon castle comes first in the historical category. The castle, which is one of the symbols of the city, can be visited free of charge at any time on weekdays or weekends. This structure, which is one of the highest places in the city, was built on the section between Zağnos Valley and Tabakhane in Araklı district. Trabzon Castle, which dates back to the Byzantine period, was designed by dividing into three parts as the lower fortress, the middle fortress and finally the upper fortress. Mehmet II, also known as Fatih Sultan Mehmet, had it built on the Byzantine Castle in order to take precautions against sieges from the sea after the conquest of Istanbul ‘’Constantinople‘’. During your visits, you can visit the interior of the castle, which bears traces of war, and you can be alone with the unique panoramic view of the city from the city walls.
2. Boztepe
If an acquaintance asks you where are the most beautiful places in Trabzon, Boztepe will definitely be one of them. Located in Ortahisar district of the city, this high hill will allow you to take unique photos with its panoramic terraces. The cafes and tea gardens here will accompany your pleasant conversations and accompany your peaceful moments, especially at sunrise and sunset. If you come to Trabzon, do not go without seeing Boztepe, which is 3 km from the centre. As for transportation, even if you do not have a car, you can easily go by public transport.
3.Ayasofya (Hagia Sophia) Museum
Ayasofya (Hagia Sophia) Museum, which is among the famous places of Trabzon, was converted into a mosque during the reign of Fatih Sultan Mehmet. The architectural work, which has survived from the Trabzon Greek Empire to the present day, literally means ‘Holy Wisdom’. The structure in question was built by King Manuel I in the 1250s.
The museum can be visited free of charge in the summer season between ‘15 April and 2 October’ between 08.15 am and 18.45 pm, and in winter between ‘3 October and 14 April’ between 08.15 am and 16.45 pm. Looking at the features of the museum; While it has 3 portico entrances and a high dome, the dome and pulley have 12 corners. In the lower part of the main dome on the south facade of the building, there is a floor mosaic in opus-sectila style designed from marbles containing rainbow colours.
When it is time for prayer, the floor mosaic is covered with a carpet (Ompalyon). In the museum part of the work, there are frescoes from the Bible on the subject of Adam and Eve. The frescoes on the dome side, which overlooks the place of worship, are elegantly covered with a material. Near the museum is a bell tower dating from the 1400s.
4.Sumela Monastery
Sümela Monastery, built in the Altındere Valley of Maçka district, is a work that is also the subject of films. Located at an altitude of approximately 1300 m above the sea, the monastery, which is one of the historical and touristic places of Trabzon and frequented by foreign tourists, gives an image as if it was placed in an area carved in steep cliffs.
Although there are many rumours, the most rumoured among them; 2 priests ‘Christian clergymen’ from Athens see the same dream in their sleep the same night. In the dream, they were told by Jesus Christ and Mary to build a monastery. Unlike many places with free entrance in Trabzon, entrance to the Sumela Monastery is paid. The construction of Sumela Monastery dates back to the 365s.
The pictures drawn on the frescoes in the structure turn into a game that needs to be decrypted by visitors. The Monastery, also known as the Virgin Mary among the local people, accepts visitors between ‘’1 October – 1 April‘’ between 08.00 am and 16.00 pm in summer and between ‘’1 April – 1 October‘’ between 09.00 am and 19.00 pm in winter.
5.Altındere Valley National Park
Altındere Valley National Park, which is among the places to be seen in Trabzon, has a length of almost 2600 km. Since Sumela Monastery is also located in the Altendere Valley, visitors visit the national park. The national park is located approximately 48 km from the centre of Trabzon. Activities that can be done in the national park; nature walks, orienteering, fishing, etc. can be listed as. In 1987, the area declared as a national park is among the protected areas.
6.Uzungol
If you want to take a day trip to Trabzon one day, Uzungöl, which is among the first places you will probably prefer to go, promises an environment that does not look like the greenest countries such as Iceland and Switzerland. If you do not have a time restriction, we recommend that you go to Uzungöl in August. Because August is the month when various artists organise intensive programmes and festivals are given. Uzungöl, which is 2300 metres above the sea, leaves its doors open to give you and your loved ones fairy-tale moments with its abundant oxygen environment.
7.Çal Cave
If you suggest places to visit in Trabzon, one of these suggestions is Çağ Cave. While the 8-kilometre cave is the second longest cave in the world in the sources, only 1 km of it can be reached. This natural formation takes its name from Çalköy neighbourhood of Düzköy district. According to the data, the cave was opened to visitors in 2003 and still continues to function today. If you are looking for a place to sit and take a breath when you go here, it is likely that your eyes will be drawn to the cafe located in the upper part of the cave…
8.Atatürk Mansion Museum
If you see yourself among the museum enthusiasts, Atatürk Mansion Museum will be one of your favourite places to go in Trabzon. The museum is left to Mustafa Kemal’s brother after his death and then it is bought and converted into a museum. Built in the 19th century, this work is inspired by Western Renaissance architecture. The 4-storey mansion has a white appearance and has a will room, guest reception hall, dining room, kitchen and patio sections.
9.Zağnos Valley Park
Zağnos Valley Park, which is among the places to visit in Trabzon, is among the formations that attract attention because it is very close to the city centre. Zağnos Park, which is among the artificial parks, also includes an open-air theatre. While the park is located on Yavuz Sultan Selim Boulevard of the Middle Hisar district of the Park Park, it takes its name from Zağnos Pasha, one of the pashas of Fatih Sultan Mehmet. The park, which is located only 4 km away from the city centre, provides a very easy opportunity in terms of transportation.
10.Bedesten
Bedesten bazaar is one of the frequented places for visitors who want to tour Trabzon by Vip car. So what is bedesten? Bedesten; It means a covered bazaar where valuable items such as various fabrics, precious jewellery, weapon equipment are offered for sale. Bedesten, which has an authentic appearance, contains local products produced by the people of the region as well as manufactured souvenirs. This structure, which attracts the attention of tourists, offers alternatives that you can keep as a memory. There are a total of 48 rooms in the bedesten located on Cumhuriyet Street – Kazancılar Street.
11.Church of Santa Maria
Santa Maria Church bears the traces of Ottoman engineering. It is known that the church in Kemerkaya neighbourhood was built between 1860-70. If you have not seen a church before, this work can also be listed on your list when you go to Trabzon to satisfy your curiosity. The building, which was built during the reign of Sultan Abdülmecid II for foreign tourists visiting the city to fulfil their religious worship, still serves the same purpose today. Considering the conditions of the period, doing business with such an idea actually reveals how the Ottoman Empire was a bridge between east and west for 600 years.
12.Hamsiköy
Hamsiköy, which has made a name for itself with its delicious rice pudding, also delights the palate with its meatballs. This address where you will find peace is located in Maçka district. Activities that can be done in Hamskiköy include mountain biking, fishing in the stream, grass skiing and trekking options. Our advice to you is that if you are going to Hamsiköy, you can choose July. Because Ayeser Festivals are organised every year in this month. If you say where the meaning of Hamsiköy comes from, this word means five villages in Arabic.
13.Akçaabat
One of the must-see places to visit in Trabzon is Akçaabat district. We are sure that everyone has heard of Akçaabat meatballs, which are engraved in mind with their flavour. Frankly, we can say that it is worth the journey just for this flavour. The beaches within the borders of Akçaabat are among the most popular beaches of Trabzon. Speaking of Akçaabat, Sera Lake, one of the most frequented addresses of tourists, should not leave Trabzon without being seen. This lake, where birds chirping touches your soul, will help you relieve all your stress.
14.Trabzon Plateaus
Those who want to visit Trabzon’s daily places to visit can also visit Trabzon’s lush green natural wonder plateaus; While taking a good step for your health in the plateaus, which are environments with plenty of oxygen, you can also spend your day to the fullest with unique views. Some options that come to mind when it comes to Trabzon plateaus;
Haçkaobası Plateau, Şolma Plateau, Sultan Murat Plateau, Mavura Plateau, Hıdırnebi Plateau, Çakırgöl Plateau, Kirazlı Plateau, Lapazan Plateau, Cami Boğazı Plateau, Sis Mountain Plateau, Karadağ Plateau, Pazarcık Plateau, Kadırga Plateau, Çatma Obası Plateau
