Sinop stands on a narrow peninsula reaching into the sea, in the province that holds Inceburun, the northernmost point of Turkiye. That position gives the city two separate shores and makes its harbour one of the most naturally sheltered on the Black Sea. Ancient Sinope was the birthplace of the philosopher Diogenes, and the historic prison inside the fortress was turned into a museum after many years of use. Turkish Airlines and Pegasus fly direct from both Istanbul airports, and the flight from Istanbul takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
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See flights to Sinop →When to visit Sinop
June to September is the best stretch for the sea and coastal walks; Black Sea summers stay temperate and never get as oppressive as inland Anatolia. Rain is likely through most of the year. Autumn brings the anchovy season and the fish restaurants at their best.
Things to do in Sinop
Sinop Fortress and prison
Visit the historic prison inside the ancient walls and see the sea on both sides from the ramparts.
The harbour and fishing piers
Walk among the boats in the sheltered harbour and eat fresh fish at the restaurants on the pier.
The Hamsilos inlet
Follow the walking path where forest meets sea along the narrow fjord-like inlet.
The Inceburun lighthouse
Drive out to the lighthouse at Turkiye's northernmost point and stand on the cliff facing open sea.
The Archaeology Museum
Follow the finds from ancient Sinope and the region's maritime past through the museum.
The Erfelek waterfalls
Take the wooden walkway past dozens of small waterfalls following one after another.
Flights from Turkey to Sinop
Sinop is served by Sinop Airport (NOP), about 8 km from the city centre and reached in about 15 minutes by airport shuttle or taxi. There are direct flights from both Istanbul airports, and the Erfelek waterfalls are about 40 km from the centre.
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Which airport serves Sinop and how do I reach the city?
Flights land at Sinop Airport (NOP), about 8 km from the centre, reached in about 15 minutes by airport shuttle or taxi.
Where in Turkiye are there direct flights to Sinop from?
Turkish Airlines and Pegasus fly direct from both Istanbul airports. The flight from Istanbul takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
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