Hotels Near Sumela Monastery

About Sumela Monastery

Greek Orthodox monastery carved into a sheer cliff face in Altındere Valley National Park, about an hour's drive from Trabzon. Built in the 4th century, restored in recent years.

💡 Go early morning (opens at 8am) to avoid tour buses and the worst of the queues. The walk up from the car park is steep, but shuttle buses run for a small fee – worth it on a hot day.

Opening hours: Daily 8am–7pm (summer), 8am–5pm (winter), last entry 45 mins before close. Closed on some religious holidays – check local listing.