Karadeniz
SamsunThings to Do & Travel Guide
The port city where the liberation began
What Is This City Known For?
Samsun is the city where Mustafa Kemal Atatürk landed on May 19, 1919—an event considered the symbolic beginning of the Turkish War of Independence; this date is commemorated annually in Turkey as a national holiday. Throughout history, it has been one of the major trading ports on the Black Sea coast.
About
In addition to its historical significance as the site where the War of Independence began on May 19, 1919, Samsun is the largest and most developed city in the Central Black Sea region, thanks to Atakum’s long coastal boulevard and its modern lifestyle.
The summer months are ideal for the beach, while spring and fall are ideal for city tours
Samsun Çarşamba Airport has an extensive flight network and is located 25 km from the city center.
Moderate — average cost compared with other Turkish travel routes. Check current prices on booking sites.
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8 Accommodations
7 Restaurants
10 Things to See
10 Local Delicacies
How to Get There
By Air
Samsun Çarşamba Havalimanı
By Bus
Türkiye'nin her yerinden düzenli seferler
By Car
Karadeniz sahil yolu D010 üzerinde
How Many Days Will You Stay?
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Samsun - 3 Days Itinerary
3 days plan generated from 10 attractions and 7 restaurants.
Breakfast: Merkez, Samsun çevresinde
A traditional restaurant serving Samsun’s unique pide
⏱ 1 hours
Get DirectionsAtatürk Anıt Müzesi (Bandırma Vapuru)
The historic museum known as the site where the War of Independence began
⏱ 1 hours
Get Directions19 Mayıs Anıtı ve Atatürk Anıt Müzesi
A memorial complex in the city where the War of Independence began
⏱ 1-2 hours
Get DirectionsLunch: Atakum, Samsun çevresinde
A restaurant on the seaside boulevard, famous for its fresh Black Sea fish
⏱ 1.5 hours
Get DirectionsDinner: Bafra, Samsun çevresinde
A traditional restaurant serving Bafra’s signature spiced meatballs
⏱ 2 hours
Get DirectionsBreakfast: İlkadım, Samsun çevresinde
The traditional spot for thin-crust Samsun pide
⏱ 1 hours
Get DirectionsAmisos Tepesi
An ancient hill accessible by cable car, offering a panoramic view of the city and the sea
⏱ 2 hours
Get DirectionsLunch: Bafra, Samsun çevresinde
A simple spot serving local nokul pastries and breakfast
⏱ 1.5 hours
Get DirectionsDinner: Çarşamba, Samsun çevresinde
Fish and home-style dishes near the Delta
⏱ 2 hours
Get DirectionsAmisos Tepesi ve Amazon Heykelleri
The ruins of the ancient city of Amisos and the statues of the Amazon queens
⏱ 1 hours
Get DirectionsLunch: Merkez, Samsun çevresinde
A traditional restaurant serving Samsun’s unique pide
⏱ 1.5 hours
Get DirectionsDinner: Atakum, Samsun çevresinde
A restaurant on the seaside boulevard, famous for its fresh Black Sea fish
⏱ 2 hours
Get DirectionsKızılırmak Deltası Kuş Cenneti
A Ramsar site, a wetland that is home to more than 350 bird species
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Things to Do in Samsun
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Atatürk Anıt Müzesi (Bandırma Vapuru)
Kurtuluş Savaşı'nın başladığı yer olarak anılan tarihi müze
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Erişilebilir
Müze yanında ücretsiz otopark
Atakum Sahili
Uzun bulvarı ve days batımı manzarasıyla popüler sahil
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Düz bulvar, erişilebilir
Amisos Tepesi
Teleferikle çıkılan, şehre ve denize hakim antik tepe
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Teleferik
Kızılırmak Deltası Kuş Cenneti
Ramsar alanı, 350'den fazla kuş türüne ev sahipliği yapan sulak alan
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Yürüyüş yolları ve tekne
19 Mayıs Anıtı ve Atatürk Anıt Müzesi
Kurtuluş Savaşı'nın başladığı şehirde anıt kompleksi
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Erişilebilir
Amisos Tepesi ve Amazon Heykelleri
Antik Amisos kentinin kalıntıları ve Amazon kraliçe heykelleri
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Yürüyüş gerektirir
Havza Kaplıcaları
Roma döneminden bu yana kullanılan termal kaynaklar
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Erişilebilir
Ladik Akdağ Kayak Merkezi
Karadeniz'e yakın, orman içi pistleriyle kayak merkezi
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Teleferik ve pistler
Çarşamba Ovası ve Yeşilırmak Deltası
Verimli tarım ovası ve delta ekosistemi
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Araçla erişilebilir
Tekkeköy Mağaraları
Paleolitik döneme uzanan mağara yerleşimi
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Kaya içi geçitler
Camping & Caravan Spots
No verified camping/caravan spot has been added for this city yet.
TV Shows & Films Filmed in Samsun
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Nearby Cities
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Day Trips from Samsun
Cities within a 3-hour drive — distances and times from real route data.
Çorum
168.4 km · 2h 4min
Hattuşa Antik Kenti, Alacahöyük Ören Yeri, Yazılıkaya Açık Hava Tapınağı
Route and distanceGiresun
195.6 km · 2h 25min
Giresun Adası, Kümbet Yaylası, Kümbet Yaylası Şenlikleri
Route and distanceNearest Airports to Samsun
Road distance and drive time from the airport to the city centre (without traffic).
Samsun Çarşamba Havalimanı (SZF)
24.7 km to the centre, about 22 min
Amasya Merzifon Havalimanı (MZH)
103.8 km to the centre, about 1h 29min
Distance to Other Cities
Full distance table →Frequently Asked Questions
The summer months are ideal for the beach, while spring and fall are ideal for city tours
Samsun Çarşamba Airport has an extensive flight network and is located 25 km from the city center.
Moderate — average cost compared with other Turkish travel routes. Check current prices on booking sites.
Bafra Köftesi, Samsun Pidesi, Samsun Nokulu are among the famous local foods you must try.
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Top spots in Samsun include Atatürk Anıt Müzesi (Bandırma Vapuru), Atakum Sahili, Amisos Tepesi ve Amazon Heykelleri, Amisos Tepesi.
Samsun offers accommodation in the following categories: Hotel, Boutique Hotel, Guesthouse, Resort.