People who buy a Rize flight ticket can visit the Black Sea city, which has managed to preserve its natural beauty. Rize is located in the Eastern Black Sea Region and manages to attract attention with its natural beauties as well as its architectural works.

People who visit the city by purchasing a Rize flight ticket can witness different shades of both blue and green. While people who visit the plateaus during their visit to Rize see shades of green, it is also possible to encounter the blue of the Black Sea in the city.

People who buy a round-trip ticket to Rize can also attend festivals held in the city. The festival called Formulaz is held in August and is among the most interesting festivals in the city. It is also possible to attend plateau festivals, music festivals and plateau festivals during your Rize trip.

People who buy a round-trip flight ticket to Rize land at Rize Artvin International Airport. Rize Artvin International Airport is 35 kilometers away from the city center. People landing at this airport can reach Rize city center and the places to visit in Rize in a short time.

Places to Visit in Rize

Rize Castle

People who purchase flight tickets to Rize can start their journey with Rize Castle in the city. Rize Castle is one of the symbols of the city and has become the center of attention due to its location close to the city center. People who visit Rize Castle can take trips inside the castle and around the walls. Especially the chipped stones used in the construction of the castle will attract the attention of people interested in architecture. It is known that Rize Castle was used by the Genoese for many years. The castle, which was damaged in the fighting, was rebuilt during the Byzantine Empire and has survived to the present day. People who visit the castle have the chance to watch the view of Rize and take impressive nature photographs.

Pokut Plateau

Pokut Plateau should be the first point that people who want to do plateau tourism should visit. This plateau is located 20 kilometers away from Çamlıhemşin district and is located at an altitude of 2,000 meters above sea level. Even though the plateau is 20 kilometers away from Çamlıhemşin district, it is necessary to travel for approximately 2 hours to reach the plateau from the district. People who visit the plateau have the chance to spend time in touch with nature in houses that serve for accommodation purposes. It is especially recommended for people who want to witness the impressive Black Sea view to visit this plateau.

Pileki Cave

Pileki Cave is located in İyidere district of Rize. This cave was made by human hands. It is known that pileki stone was quarried from this human-made cave until the 1970s. The extraction of Pileki stone was stopped after the 1970s and the cave became a tourist attraction. People who visit the cave have the chance to see the tunnels and wells inside the cave. People who take trips through tunnels and lakes can also watch the impressive view of Rize closely. It is especially recommended for people who want to see interesting structures during their trip to Rize to visit this cave.

Gito Plateau

Gito Plateau is another important plateau that should be seen during your Rize trip. This plateau is located in Çamlıhemşin district of Rize and is frequently visited due to its proximity to the district. People who visit this plateau, which has untouched forests, can spend pleasant time in nature. People who visit the plateau can go hiking or do activities such as mountaineering. There are nearly 50 houses for accommodation in this plateau, which is located at an altitude of 2,000 meters above sea level. Most of these houses have become hostels so that they can be visited by tourists. People who visit these hostels can enjoy a comfortable stay on the plateau and spend time with the local people.

Bell Castle

Zil Castle is one of the important points that people who visit Rize should see. This castle is located close to Çamlıhemşin district and was built on dense rocks. It is especially recommended for people who want to hike and take nature photographs to visit this castle. Since it is located in a Serbian region, people who want to visit the castle must have the necessary equipment.

Kaçkar Mountains National Park

Kaçkar Mountains National Park is located in Çamlıhemşin district of Rize. This national park, located 15 kilometers from Çamlıhemşin, was named a national park in 1994. Kaçkar Mountains National Park has an area of 50,000 hectares and there are 9 villages and more than 30 plateaus within the national park. People who visit this national park also have the chance to see many plants and animals. It is known that nearly 400 animal species live in the national park, which has more than 700 plant species. Especially wild animals such as wolf and pig ​ The area is under protection because the Vans live in the park.

Anzer Plateau

Anzer Plateau is located 34 kilometers away from İkizdere district and attracts attention with its natural beauty. Anzer Plateau was listed among the tourism regions in the 1990s. It has been subjected to an intense influx of visitors since the first time it became a tourism region. People who visit Anzer Plateau can taste the world-famous Anzer honey and examine the plants found in the region. In addition, there is a large area in the plateau for nature walks and nature photography. People who visit the plateau can also do many nature sports such as parachuting, hiking and rafting.

Ayder Plateau

Ayder Plateau is located 69 kilometers from Rize city center. People who visit this plateau have the chance to spend time in one of the most beautiful plateaus of the Black Sea. Ayder Plateau was declared a tourism point in 1987 and was accepted as a national park 7 years later. This plateau, which is among the most visited plateaus of the Black Sea Region, is home to many plant species. People who want to spend time in peace and enjoy a quiet holiday during their trip to Rize are recommended to visit this plateau.