Places to visit
Things to do in Rize merkezi
13 destinations, each with a description, how long it takes and where it sits on the map.
In short
toroti’s catalogue holds 13 described destinations within Rize merkezi, Rize. The themes that come up most: Museum, Culture, Local culture, Faith heritage, Coast, History.
Atatürk Evi Müzesi
The house, reflecting the characteristics of 20th century Turkish architecture, is one of the examples of civil architecture with regional value in architectural and cultural terms. It was built as three floors over a basement within the garden. Photo: Rize Provincial Directorate of Culture and Tourism The basement, built with stone material, was used for storage purposes. The upper floors are living spaces.
45 minutes
Doğa Yürüyüşü
Nature walking (Trekking) is one of the most enjoyable tourism activities you can do in Rize. Nature walking offers all opportunities from the simplest to the most difficult. Nature walking can be done in Rize in every season. For nature walks where you can pursue many interests such as relaxing, doing sports, taking photographs, birdwatching and botany within a single activity, village and plateau roads, trails and many alternatives are offered.
45 minutes
Hüseyin Hoca Köyü Sahil Camii
The mosque was dismantled from Keler Village of Of District and brought to Hüseyin Hoca Village in Kalkandere District. On the inscription located on its pediment, there are four lines of writing and the date H.1250. It is made entirely of wood. On the surface of the wooden mihrab, there is an ornamental band with muqarnas, braid, and tulip motifs respectively. It is a work that contains rare examples of Black Sea wood carving and woodworking arts.
45 minutes
Çay Müzesi (beyaz Ev)
It is located in the city center next to Rize Museum (Sarı Ev). The structure, consisting of a stone basement and two normal floors, dates to the 19th century. The building, which contains local residential architectural features, has a square plan. Today, it is used by the General Directorate of Tea Enterprises as the Tea Museum called "The Adventure of Tea"; where the stages of tea production from past to present are explained and the machinery and equipment used in its production are exhibited.
45 minutes
Doğa Fotoğrafçiliği
In Rize, which has a unique natural beauty, tours are organized for photography enthusiasts where unique shots can be captured. In the Kaçkarlar, reaching an altitude of 3900 meters, you can fit into a single photograph the exquisite landscapes born from the togetherness of plant and animal species as well as mountains, clouds, and people. Rize, which has a different beauty in every season, offers great opportunities for photography enthusiasts.
45 minutes
Kurşunlu Camii / İslampaşa Camii
The mosque, located within a large cemetery in İslampaşa Neighborhood in the center of Rize, is known as İslam Paşa Mosque or Kurşunlu Mosque. It was commissioned by İskender Cafer Paşa in H.978- M. 1571. Built of rubble stone with a rectangular plan, the mosque has a dome with 24 windows.
45 minutes
Handüzü Yaylası
The plateau, which is 16 km from Güneysu district center, is at an altitude of 1790 m. It is a plateau that has lost its authentic character. Due to its proximity to the center, it is a very developed, large plateau that has become popular because it is easily accessible. Roads leading to many plateaus to the south and southwest pass through this plateau.
60 minutes
Gürcüdüzü Yaylası
It is at an altitude of 910 meters in Fındıklı District. It is the district's best-known and most accessible plateau, which can actually be described as a picnic area. It offers the opportunity for walking within dense forest cover.
45 minutes
Jeep Safari
In Rize, the Jeep Safari is carried out from İkizdere to Fındıklı within the unique scenery of the Rize plateaus. Along the way, passing by stream banks and cooling off in front of waterfalls, you can experience a beautiful nature holiday full of adrenaline.
45 minutes
Rize'nin Köprüleri
The topography of Rize, reaching an altitude of 2000 m above sea level and a distance of 50 km, reveals quite steep slopes. Streams that rapidly flow from the highlands to the sea carve deep valleys. Numerous bridges have been built to cross stream valleys and provide access to houses, highlands, and agricultural areas. Thus, the architecture of stone arch bridges throughout the city is quite developed. Bridges that wear out in a short time due to the effect of the regional climate have undergone frequent repairs.
45 minutes
Gülbahar Merkez Camii
It is in the city center. The construction date of the mosque, which is thought to have been built in the name of Gülbahar Hatun, the mother of Yavuz Sultan Selim, is not known for certain. The inscription of the present mosque bears the date 1906. The mosque, which underwent restoration in 1952, has a single dome on a square plan and a minaret with a single balcony.
20 minutes
Rize Kalesi
The castle is built on an area of 480 square meters to the southwest of the city center. It consists of the inner and lower castles. It is thought that the inner castle was built during the reign of Justinian I (527-565), and the lower castle in the 13th century. The surroundings of the castle are operated as a tea garden with the environmental arrangement that has been made. It is one of the ideal points in the city center for viewing the city. The castle, which does not have a regular plan, is built on a natural hill 150 meters high.
45 minutes
Botanik / Ziraat Çay Bahçesi
The park, which is a frequent destination for those who want to meet nature in the city center, is one of the panoramic viewpoints overlooking the Black Sea, Rize Kalesi, and the city. The tea garden, serving as a cafe, makes the place a suitable option not only for those seeking simply to enjoy a pleasant view, but also for those who want to snack on light foods.
45 minutes