Audio Guide of Samsun City Museum

Samsun City Museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday, generally from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. It is located at Atatürk Boulevard No. 33, near Amazon Park. To get there, you can use the city tram (İlkadım Monument stop) or city buses. Check updated hours on its official website.

Admission is generally free for this municipal museum, although there may be charges for special temporary exhibitions. We recommend calling +90 (362) 431 1228 before visiting to confirm any recent changes.

It is recommended to allow between 1 and 1.5 hours to comfortably explore its 3 exhibition floors on the history of Samsun. Guided tours usually last about 50 minutes.

The museum preserves Samsun’s cultural legacy from antiquity to the modern era, highlighting its crucial role in the Turkish War of Independence (1919). Its exhibits include Ottoman artifacts, documents related to Atatürk, and regional archaeological finds.

April to June and September to October are ideal because of the mild weather and smaller crowds. Avoid midday in summer (July and August), when it is hotter. Weekday mornings are less crowded.

Yes, it has ramps, elevators, and adapted restrooms. Free wheelchairs are provided upon request. It is recommended to contact +90 (362) 431 1228 in advance to ensure availability.

Within less than 1 km you will find: Atatürk Monument (symbol of the city)Amazon Park (with mythological sculptures)Samsun Pier (Black Sea views)Pazar Mosque (Ottoman architecture)

1) Download the museum’s digital map from its website. 2) The best time for photos is in the morning with natural light in the atrium. 3) Try Turkish coffee in the top-floor café with panoramic views.