Sümela Monastery
Sümela Monastery clings to the cliffs of the Altındere Valley and rewards time spent looking both outward and inward.
Visiting conditions
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Setting
Indoor and outdoor
06.10.2026 · SourceOpening hours and admission
Opening hours
This schedule has expired. Hours for the new period have not been verified; check the official source before visiting.
The official page lists daily 08:00-17:00, ticket office closing 16:30. Recheck special dates.
Previous schedule (no longer current)
| Monday | 08:00-17:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 08:00-17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00-17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00-17:00 |
| Friday | 08:00-17:00 |
| Saturday | 08:00-17:00 |
| Sunday | 08:00-17:00 |
Source for opening hours ↗ · Checked: 06.10.2026
Admission
Unknown
The official page states that MüzeKart is accepted for Turkish citizens. Check other ticket types and additional services separately.
Prices may vary by visitor type, ticket coverage and season.
Getting there
Address / approach: Sümela Manastırı, Anabasis Yolu, Maçka, Trabzon
Visiting tips
Respect conservation signs, keep out of closed sections and check photography rules on site.
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