Best Things To Do in Rize, Turkey

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Capital of the Rize Province in Turkey, Rize is one of the underrated places in the country, even after having different types of attractions. A well planned stay in this city and you’ll get to experience almost everything. Well maintained gardens, beautiful mosques, swanky hotels, vibrant restaurants, Rize has got it all. The iconic Turkish tea is famous all across the world and the climate of Rize needs to be thanked for that. The city is a major contributor to the tea industry in Turkey.

When in Rize, you can indulge in certain activities. Most prominently if you want to try Rize’s famous tea, then head straightaway to the Botanic Çay Bahçesi (Botanical Tea Garden). Visit Eski Orta mosque (cami) and soak in all the divinity. With this, you can tick your bucket list of visiting the Turkish bath. Other major attractions also include Eski Orta mosque (cami), Cine Klass Sinemalari, Ataturk House & Ethnography Museum and Dag-Raft Rafting.

Below we have a list of things to do in Rize and the places where you want to spend the best moments of your trip. At the same time, the city offers you the best neighborhoods to explore and new foods to try.

This list should help you in deciding and prioritizing what you should plan on your Rize getaway. Find a mix of must-see tourist spots, underrated local hangouts, and maybe even a few new experiences you can try out.

Make the most of your trip to Rize with confidence.

Tourist Attractions in Rize

Here is the list of things to do in Rize and tourist attractions in city.

  1. Firtina Deresi

    4.7 (168 Votes)
    Firtina Deresi

    Water Body, View Point, River

    One of the popular attractions in Rize, is the breathtaking Firtina Deresi. A perfect place to visit with your family and friends, Firtina Deresi is high on locales as well as activities. You can indulge in activities such as river rafting and many clubs there will help you with that. The river flows beautifully and is a stunning sight to watch. You can also do some photography as the visuals h...Read more
  2. Ziraat- Botanik Cay Bahcesi

    4.5 (142 Votes)
    Ziraat- Botanik Cay Bahcesi

    Outdoors, View Point, Cafe

    A tea house surrounded by a botanical garden, Ziraat - Botanik Cay Bahcesi is an ideal place to get the real taste of the ever so popular Turkish tea. This one is heavily visited by the tourists from across the globe who want to enjoy the panoramic views of the city. One warning: There are not many spots to sit in this garden and hence you should reach well before the time. You can also click s...Read more
  3. Rize Kalesi

    4.3 (142 Votes)
    Rize Kalesi

    View Point, Castle, Historical Site

    Even though the Rize Kalesi also known as Rize Castle is partly ruined, still it is one of the important tourist destinations in Rize. Tourists from all over the world visit Rize Kalesi, every year. Dating back to the 13th Century, Rize Castle has a citadel and a lower castle. Spread across the area of 5,200 sq ft, this place is just perfect for photography. Located on a hill to the southwest o...Read more
  4. Rize Museum

    4.1 (384 Votes)
    Rize Museum

    Museum

    Rize Museum is another place which will take you back in time due to the large number of artefacts and objects displayed here. Comprising objects mostly from the Ottoman area, Rize Museum displays Mannequins model wearing traditional Laz costumes and Hemsin costumes from the Ayder region. There is also a recreation of Ottoman house with furniture, kitchen implements and musical instruments.
  5. Palovit Selalesi

    4.7 (126 Votes)
    Palovit Selalesi

    View Point, Nature

    Another natural attraction in Rize, Palovit Selalesi is one of the most stunning places in the city. Located in the close proximity with the Firtina Deresi, this one is also getting popular, day by day among the tourists. This 15 metre waterfall is sure to please your eyes and turn your trip to Rize, an unforgettable experience, You can watch the shimmering sight of the waterfall and capture it...Read more
  6. Ataturk House And Ethnography Museum

    Museum

    Another museum in Rize which is slightly underrated but still high on offerings. The Ataturk House and Ethnography Museum is dedicated to the Turkish Army officer and revolutionary Mustafa Kemal Ataturk. The museum once served as a house to the iconic officer, now displays his belongings. It is a great opportunity to revisit the historical days and know how it all was in the Turkish empire. The...Read more
  7. Dag-Raft Rafting

    4.3 (306 Votes)
  8. Cine Klass Sinemalari

    3.5 (361 Votes)
  9. Pembe Kosk Sinemalari

    3.8 (280 Votes)
  10. Zil Kale

    4.5 (213 Votes)
    53790 Çamlıhemşin/Rize, Turkey
  11. Vizyon Cinema

    3.7 (297 Votes)
  12. Ayder Yaylası - Villa De Pelit Otel

    4.2 (1254 Votes)
    Ayder Turizm Merkezi, Ayder Yaylası Festival Alanı, 53750 Çamlıhemşim/Çamlıhemşin/Rize, Turkey
  13. Mavi Kose

    4.2 (2 Votes)
    Piriçelebi Mahallesi, 53100 Rize Merkez/Rize, Turkey
  14. Beyaz Kosk Cafe & Restaurant

    3.7
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    Overview of Beyaz KöÅŸk Cafe & Restaurant As you traverse the city of Rize, you'll stumble upon Beyaz KöÅŸk Cafe & Restaurant. Beyaz KöÅŸk Cafe & Restaurant is not generally crowded with tourists and visitors. Beyaz KöÃ...Read more
  15. Forum Trabzon Alisveris Merkezi

    4.2 (6 Votes)
    Forum Trabzon Alisveris Merkezi Image
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    Shopping Center

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