Rize has a remarkable beauty with its nature and lush forests. The most famous of the Black Sea; is one of the cities. The city, where green and blue rule, is an oxygen store. There are many activities you can do in Rize, which has many places to visit besides its nature.

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How to Get to Rize?

Air Transportation

There is no airport in Rize. Rize-Artvin airport, which is planned to be opened soon, is not open for use at the moment. However, Trabzon airport is very close to the city. Trabzon Airport – The distance to the city center is about 70 km. It is possible to come to Rize by HAVAŞ service vehicles.

Road Transportation

There are bus services from many cities of Turkey to Rize. It is possible to pass easily from the bus station to the city center by minibus.

Istanbul – The distance between Rize is 1150 km, Ankara – Rize is 850 km, Trabzon and Rize is 82 km,  Artvin – The distance between Rize is 180 km.

Reaching the city by private vehicle is an alternative. However, those who do not want to drive for long hours may prefer the bus journey. Drink with the intermediary; For those coming from the region, the Ovit Tunnel is open.

Transportation by Sea

You can easily choose the sea route in summer. You can reach Rize Port by ferry.

Transportation by Rail

It is not possible to directly reach Rize by railway. The closest transportation by train is from Samsun.

Popular Places in Rize

Popular Provinces of Rize

Çayeli

There are many must-see spots such as Ağaran Waterfall and Haramtepe in the city, which is only 20 km away from the center.

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Çamlıhemşin

Ccedil;amlıhemşin, which you can reach with a 50-minute journey from the center, is surrounded by the Ka'kar Mountains. When you travel here, you can admire the beauty of the plateaus.

You can visit our Çamlıhemşin Hotels page for its facilities in Amlıhemşin.

Hamşin

It is at a location where you can reach Hemşin by a 40-minute journey from the center. The waterfalls in the province attract attention.

You can visit our Hamsin Hotels page to stay in Hemşin at the most affordable prices.

Popular Beaches in Rize

In many places of Rize, which has a coast, it is possible to swim and enjoy the sea.

• Fındıklı Yeniköy Beach
• Fındıklı Kıyıcık Beach
• Alipaşa Beach – It is 4 km from the center. 
• Ardesen Baris Ladies Beach
• Hamidiye Beach – This beach, which is generally rocky, is in the province of Pazar.
• Kemerköy Beach – It is 20 km away from the center of Rize.
• Limanköy Family Beach – It is in çayeli province. 
• Sarayköy Beach – It is in the district of Iyidere.

Popular Castles in Rize

Rize Castle

This castle, which is very close to the center, lays the whole city view under your feet. You can enjoy the view of the sea and Rize from the castle.

Other Popular Places

• Sahin Tepesi – Dagmaran
• Rize Museum
• Historical Rize &Cedil;Arch
• Qibla Mountain Mosque
• Maiden's Castle

Places to Visit in Rize

Highlands to Visit in Rize

Ayder Plateau

Ayder Plateau The most famous of Rize; is a plateau. It is famous for its plateau festivals in Amlıhemşin. It adds color to your day with activity options such as picnic, camping and cable car.

Ayder Plateau also comes to the fore with its thermal springs. 

Elevit Plateau 

It is a touristic plateau where wild animals are abundant.

Alternative Rize Highlands

• Pokut Plateau
• Ovit Plateau
• Anzer Plateau
• Sal Plateau
• Gito Plateau
• Badara Plateau

Natural Beauties in Rize

Rize is one of the most visited provinces of the Eastern Black Sea Region with its green nature. There are many recreational areas, nature parks, waterfalls and lakes that you can see in the province surrounded by forests.

Storm Creek

The stream, which is famous for Olduk, is 57 km long. It is located just above the Amlıhemşin road. Also known as the Great Stream. It offers unique beauties for photo shoots. It also hosts sports such as rafting and zipline. 

Aganan Waterfall

It is necessary to say that it is possible to swim in the waterfall for summer travels. The waterfall, which has a height of 70 km, is very close to the town of Ayeli. 

Seven Lakes

Seven Lakes, located on the western slope of Ka'Kar Mountain,  It awaits you with its perfect view. The region takes its name from the crater lakes inside it.

Boxwood Forest

The forest, located in the Şimşir Village of Amlıhemşin, grows up to 10 meters in length and is unique to the region. It consists of boxwood trees. World Nature Conservation Foundation has taken this special forest under protection. It is one of the natural beauties you should see on your trip to Rize.

Snow Mountains National Park

The National Park, which is on an area of 50,000 hectares, starts from Ccedil Amlıhemşin and extends to Artin and Erzurum. There are hundreds of endemic plants in the park. It is one of the most ideal areas for trekking.

Akyamaç Waterfall Nature Park

Akyama in the national park located in Hemşin; The view of the waterfall it can enchant you.  There are pathways and wooden roads to reach the waterfall here. Since the Nature Park is under protection, there are no facilities in it.

Arabic; Recreation Area

The recreation area has an altitude of 1080 meters. There are areas where you can relax, have a picnic, and walking parks.

Pileki Cave

Kitchen utensils are made from the stone extracted from the cave in Pileki. The atmosphere of this place, which is an artificial cave, is very interesting.

Senyuva Bridge

With belt and one eye; Cut stones and rubble were used in the construction of the bridge. This bridge in Amlıhemşin; You should definitely visit.

Nightlife in Rize

It offers you special experiences with different activities than you are used to. Rize nightlife is unique to itself. it allows you to have a pleasant time with its entertainments. Entertaining programs with local music and dances are organized in more cafes, bars or restaurants. 

Family Activities You Can Do With Your Children in Rize

Hot Springs

Rize's famous; You can benefit from the healing waters of the hot springs with your family. You can have a pleasant time in the hot springs and renew your body and soul.

Picnic

You can have a picnic as a family by the lake or in the parks and enjoy the view together.

Highland Trip

The Black Sea highlands are famous for their strong winds even in summer. You can take a raincoat and winter clothes with you and go to the plateau as a family and enjoy the view.

Sports to be done in Rize

Water Sports

• Swimming 
• Rize Fishing Rod Fishing
• Rafting

Outdoor Sports

There are places where you can take a walk in Ayder Plateau. Its exquisite scenery makes the walking experience much more enjoyable. You should definitely add the highland excursion and long walks to the highland in your itinerary.

Alternative Activities

• Camp
• Zipline
• Horse-Horse Hiking

Motor and Cycling Tour

One of the most beautiful places to do these tours is the Kar Mountains. The magnificent scenery and roads of the Ka'kar Mountains are suitable for expert drivers to organize bicycle tours. In addition, this region is often preferred by both mountaineers and nature walkers. 

What to Eat in Rize?

Especially the dishes made with meat, fish and kale form the main elements of Rize's cuisine. Among these local flavors that are generally similar to Black Sea dishes, it is unique to Rize. flavors are also available.

Praise

The symbol of the Black Sea, Muhlama is a delicious delicacy prepared with butter and cheese. 

Pepeçura

Uuml;It is a purple-colored dessert prepared with grape paste. It is prepared especially on special days and served to the guests. It tastes like pudding. However, it offers more flavor than standard pudding with the aroma it gives from grapes.

Roasting

Rize Roasted Roasted is frequently preferred by everyone. It is one of the flavors that must be eaten before returning from Rize.

Alternative Flavors

• Ballage &Cedil;Orba
• Laz Region
• Cornbread
• Rize Çbear 
• Rolled Cabbage
• Rice with Anchovy
• Pide
• Boiling
• Roasted Pickles
• Dried Beans with Meat
• Milk with Kadaif and Hazelnut
• Anzer Honey – Hemshin honey
• Steamed Anchovy
• Anchovy Meatballs

City Transportation in Rize

Transportation in Rize is usually provided by buses and minibuses, but taxi is another option. It is possible to provide transportation to many places in the city with public transportation vehicles. In addition to this, you can organize trips to the provinces with the minibuses that go from the center to the provinces.

For those who want to get away from the city and go to places such as plateaus, take a vehicle. It is recommended to rent. It is important that the vehicles be of suitable land type for highland roads. Vehicles can be easily obtained from the city center or the airport. 

The highland roads are rough. Some roads are surrounded by flight events. All-terrain vehicles can easily adapt to these roads. Also, there is quite a distance between the plateaus. Vehicles can provide comfort for you to visit all the springs and travel as you wish.