City, Turkey
Trabzon
Black Sea hub for Sumela Monastery, green highlands and Uzungöl, with strong food and an unhurried local feel. Rainy, more conservative than the coast, and short on English.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$855–1,380Comfortable, one person · ₺42,000–68,000Details
- Value for money79/100Better value than 78% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goJun–SepWarmest: Aug, 27°CDetails
- Air quality24 µg/m³PM2.5 annual average (2020) · PollutedDetails
- Internet83 MbpsFixed broadband, Turkey medianDetails
- Tap waterFilter or boilLocals drink bottled or filtered water.Details
- LGBTQ+2/5HostileDetails
- Solo travel3/5English: limitedDetails
- Doctor's visit$20–51Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundCity bus and dolmuşWalkable centerDetails
- Cash or cardCards almost everywhereCards work in most restaurants, shops and malls; carry lira for dolmuş, markets and small bakeries.Details
Where to stay in Trabzon
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Meydan and Atatürk Alanı | Central square, hotels, buses and waterfront walks |
| Ortahisar and old town | Churches, markets and a quieter neighborhood feel |
| Akçaabat | Coastal suburb with seafood, famous köfte and cheaper stays |
Apps that work in Trabzon
No ride-hailing apps work here; see the taxi note below.
Food delivery
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Yemeksepeti | Restaurant delivery in the city center |
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp
- obilet: compare and book intercity buses
- Taxis: No reliable ride app. Use metered taxis from ranks or hotel-called cabs; agree a price for Sumela or Uzungöl first.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Turkey.
- Cards almost everywhere Cards work in most restaurants, shops and malls; carry lira for dolmuş, markets and small bakeries.
- Currency: Lira (TRY). US$1 ≈ ₺49.13 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Most bank ATMs charge foreign cards a fee shown on screen; compare banks and always decline the conversion offer.
- Tipping: About 10% in sit-down restaurants if service isn't included; round up taxis; tip hammam attendants and hotel porters a little.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay with foreign cards work on most contactless terminals; local wallets need Turkish bank accounts.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Many nationalities enter visa-free; others need an e-Visa. Use only evisa.gov.tr, as look-alike agent sites charge extra.
- Passport must be valid at least 60 days beyond your stay (150 days from arrival for a 90-day stay).
- Stays are capped at 90 days in any 180; overstays bring fines and possible entry bans.
Emergency numbers
Police 112 · Ambulance 112 · Fire 112 · All emergencies 112
Plugs
Type C, F · 230 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Buy tourist packs at carrier stores with your passport; airport desks cost more. Foreign phones on Turkish SIMs are blocked after 120 days unless registered. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
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