Karadeniz
AmasraThings to Do & Travel Guide
A quiet harbor town between two coves
Amasya not to be confused with: İsimleri çok benzer ama farklı şehirler — Amasra bir Karadeniz sahil kasabası, Amasya ise Yeşilırmak kıyısında iç kesimde tarihi bir şehir.
What Is This City Known For?
Amasra is a small Black Sea coastal town known in ancient times as Amastris; it is believed to have taken its name from a Persian princess who ruled the region. It is situated on a peninsula featuring the remains of walls and a castle dating back to the Byzantine and Genoese periods. The town’s two natural coves, known as the Big Harbor and the Small Harbor, give it its distinctive appearance. With its small scale, fishing village atmosphere, and historic character, it is one of the well-known day-trip destinations along the Black Sea coast.
About
Amasra is one of the best-preserved towns on the Black Sea, largely untouched by the effects of tourism. It is a town that has fully preserved its Genoese castle, fishing harbors, and local culture. It is beautiful in every season, though it gets crowded during the summer months. A narrow castle peninsula separating the two coves—Small Harbor and Big Harbor—is the town’s symbol.
The June–September vacation season; May–October is ideal; September–November is less crowded and the weather is nice
It takes 4.5 hours by bus from Istanbul to Bartın, and 25 minutes by minibus from Bartın to Amasra. It takes 7 hours from Ankara. Airport: Zonguldak Çaycuma (65 km).
Moderate — average cost compared with other Turkish travel routes. Check current prices on booking sites.
2-3 days ideal, 1 days mini ziyaret, 5 days kapsamlı bölge turu ile birleştirilebilir
9 Accommodations
8 Restaurants
10 Things to See
10 Local Delicacies
How to Get There
By Air
Zonguldak Çaycuma Havalimanı'ndan araba kiralayıp 65 km
By Bus
Kamil Koç, Efe Tur otobüsleri İstanbul - Bartın hattında, 4.5 hours
By Train
Doğrudan tren yok, Zonguldak'a tren + otobüs kombinasyonu mümkün
By Car
İstanbul D010 karayolu üzerinden 4.5 hours, Bartın merkeze varınca Amasra tabelaları takip edilir
How Many Days Will You Stay?
We create an ideal route based on your length of stay.
Amasra - 3 Days Itinerary
3 days plan generated from 10 attractions and 8 restaurants.
Breakfast: Küçük Liman, Amasra çevresinde
A family-run business in Küçük Liman, right on the water, famous for its fresh catch of the day
⏱ 1 hours
Get DirectionsAmasra Kalesi
The 300-meter-long castle peninsula, with walls dating back to the Genoese and Ottoman periods
⏱ 1.5-2 hours
Get DirectionsLunch: Çarşı Cad., Amasra çevresinde
Black Sea classics (mıhlama, muhlama) and a local breakfast
⏱ 1.5 hours
Get DirectionsDinner: Kale Mah., Amasra çevresinde
A high-end restaurant with panoramic views, located right at the foot of the castle walls
⏱ 2 hours
Get DirectionsÇekiciler Çarşısı
Narrow streets where local handicrafts and woodcarvings are sold
⏱ 1-1.5 hours
Get DirectionsBreakfast: Çarşı boyunca çevresinde
Mobile stands selling chestnut kebabs, corn, and local snacks
⏱ 1 hours
Get DirectionsKüçük Liman
A quiet harbor filled with fishing boats and surrounded by restaurants
⏱ 1-2 hours
Get DirectionsLunch: Liman, Amasra çevresinde
At the small harbor, the catch of the day and the famous Amasra salad
⏱ 1.5 hours
Get DirectionsAmasra Kalesi ve Sormagir Bölümü
The remains of the Genoese walls and the fortress separating the two harbors
⏱ 1.5 hours
Get DirectionsDinner: Çarşı, Amasra çevresinde
In the market, home-style meals and various types of anchovies
⏱ 2 hours
Get DirectionsBreakfast: Çarşı, Amasra çevresinde
A tea and dessert break at the woodcarving market
⏱ 1 hours
Get DirectionsTavşan Adası
A small island famous for its rock carvings, accessible via the Kuşkayası Tunnel
⏱ 1.5-2 hours
Get DirectionsLunch: Amasra, Bartın çevresinde
Breakfast on the terrace overlooking the fishing boats
⏱ 1.5 hours
Get DirectionsDinner: Küçük Liman, Amasra çevresinde
A family-run business in Küçük Liman, right on the water, famous for its fresh catch of the day
⏱ 2 hours
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Things to Do in Amasra
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Amasra Kalesi
300 metrelik kale yarımadası, Ceneviz ve Osmanlı dönemlerinden kalma surlar
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Merdivenli yollar mevcut, tekerlekli sandalye erişimi kısıtlı
Küçük Liman
Balıkçı tekneleriyle dolu, restoranlarla çevrili sakin liman
B
Düz zemin, tekerlekli sandalye dostu
Amasra Kalesi ve Sormagir Bölümü
Cenevizli sur kalıntıları ve iki limanı ayıran kale
K
Taş sokaklar
Tavşan Adası
Kaya oymalarıyla ünlü, Kuşkayası Tüneli'nden erişilen küçük ada
Y
Yürüyüş gerekli, tünel dar ve alçak
Çekiciler Çarşısı
Yöresel el sanatları ve ahşap oyma ürünlerin satıldığı dar sokaklar
P
Düz, dar sokaklar
Kuşkayası Yol Anıtı
Roma dönemi kayaya oyulmuş yol anıtı ve kartal kabartması
Y
Kısa yürüyüş
Amasra Boztepe
Kasabaya ve iki limana tepeden bakan seyir noktası
G
Araçla erişilebilir
Amasra Kilise Camii
Bizans kilisesinden dönüştürülen tarihi cami
K
Erişilebilir
Büyük Liman Sahili
Kasabanın ana plajı, güneşlenme ve yüzme için geniş kumsal
Y
Düz kumsal, tekerlekli sandalye dostu
Bozköy Sahili
Amasra'ya yakın, sakin ve az kalabalık koy plajı
G
Araçla erişilebilir
Camping & Caravan Spots
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Route and distanceNearest Airports to Amasra
Road distance and drive time from the airport to the city centre (without traffic).
Zonguldak Çaycuma Havalimanı (ONQ)
53.5 km to the centre, about 45 min
Distance to Other Cities
Full distance table →Frequently Asked Questions
The June–September vacation season; May–October is ideal; September–November is less crowded and the weather is nice
It takes 4.5 hours by bus from Istanbul to Bartın, and 25 minutes by minibus from Bartın to Amasra. It takes 7 hours from Ankara. Airport: Zonguldak Çaycuma (65 km).
Moderate — average cost compared with other Turkish travel routes. Check current prices on booking sites.
Amasra Usulü Balık Çorbası, Hamsili Pilav, Mıhlama (Muhlama) are among the famous local foods you must try.
2-3 days ideal, 1 days mini ziyaret, 5 days kapsamlı bölge turu ile birleştirilebilir
Top spots in Amasra include Amasra Kalesi, Küçük Liman, Tavşan Adası, Çekiciler Çarşısı.
Amasra offers accommodation in the following categories: Guesthouse, Hotel, Boutique Hotel.