📈 Amasra Continues to Rise in Cruise Tourism (2025 Current Data)

Amasra Port in Top 4 in Turkey

According to data from the Directorate General of Maritime Affairs, Department of Maritime Trade Development, Cruise passenger ship statistics for the first 4 months of 2025 Amasra Port is among the 10 ports in Turkey Ranked 4th.

Thanks to the strengthening of Amasra Port as a customs port and the investments in the passenger pier, the number of foreign tourists coming to the region continues to increase every year.

How Did Cruise Tourism Start in Amasra?

Amasra welcomes its first cruise ship In August of 2022 and became one of the most important stops of Black Sea cruise tours. This development, Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure tendered and constructed in 2018 by Amasra Port Passenger Pier and Marina project.

In 2021, with the approval of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan Permanent Sea Border Gate Open for International Entry-Exit The technical infrastructure works were completed in the declared port and it was made suitable for cruise ships.

Historic Port, Center of New Routes

Amasra, which was an important port and trade center during the Roman, Byzantine, Genoese and Ottoman periods, became one of the indispensable stops of cruise tourism in the Black Sea with the investments made.

Especially 193 meters long and 30 meters wide the one which... Astoria Grande The cruises of the cruise ship named Amasra provide a great value for both the tourism of the district and the economy of the region.

Special Tours for Cruise Tourists in Amasra

Tours to Bartın and its surroundings are organized for cruise tourists arriving in Amasra. Among these tours:

• Bartın River and Bartın City Museum
• Guzelcehisar Lava Columns
• UNESCO heritage Safranbolu district

is one of the most important places to visit.

Amasra's Historical and Natural Beauties Fascinate

Tourists coming to Amasra by cruise ship have the chance to discover the historical and natural beauties of the region together. Main places to visit:

• Amasra Castle
• Genoa Castle
• Kemere Bridge
• Fatih Mosque
• Mast Rock and Bedesten

In the district center, especially Amasra Castle, Genoa Castle, Kemere Bridge, Fatih Mosque, Mast Rock And Bedesten Besides historical buildings, they can enjoy the sea, sand and sun on the coastline.

Visitors can visit famous Amasra restaurants Amasra Salad and try the various fresh fish menus.

Çekiciler Bazaar and Souvenir Shopping

The symbol of Amasra Attractive Bazaaris one of the places where tourists spend the most time. Wooden hand carving and Bartın's unique wire breaking art Handmade souvenirs produced with traditional techniques, such as the "handmade souvenirs", attract a great deal of attention.

The Favorite of Russian Tourists: Safranbolu Turkish Delight

One of the most preferred delicacies of Russian tourists Safranbolu delight. Businesses selling Turkish delight and souvenirs in the district say that Russian tourists are particularly interested in Turkish delight and tea, Turkish coffee and cosmetic products in local markets.

📊 Amasra Port in Figures

✅ Number of tourists hosted in the first 4 months of 2025: 6,841 foreign tourists
✅ Cruise port rankings across Turkey: 4th place
✅ One of the most popular stops on the Black Sea line