Timeline
18:11
Grab a coffee and settle into a quiet corner at Coffee & Study. It is a calm place to wait out the heat before the main event.
18:31
Walk to Kalepark Fortress. The path is a steady climb, but the views of the city below are worth the effort. Arrive just before the golden light hits the old stones.
19:21
Head down to the market quarter for dinner. Tarihi Kalkanoğlu Pilavı is a historic choice that has been serving traditional pilav since 1856. It is a simple, honest meal that fits the evening mood.
20:11
Finish the night with a drink at Şişman. This central café is lively and open late, offering a relaxed spot to unwind after your meal.
Local tip
The walk up to the fortress takes about 15 minutes. Wear comfortable shoes. The café and restaurant are both open late, so you can take your time.
Check before you go
- Kalepark Fortress is a ruin and has no specific opening hours, but it is best visited in daylight or early evening.
- Coffee & Study is open Mo-Su 08:00-00:00.
- Tarihi Kalkanoğlu Pilavı is open Mo-Sa 09:00-20:00. Arrive before 20:00 to ensure you can get seated.
- Şişman is open Mo-Su 09:00-01:30.
Worth knowing
- Tarihi Kalkanoğlu Pilavı is open at 19:21 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Trabzon (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).