Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Safranbolu travel guide

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You're Going to Love Safranbolu

With a population of 35 242, Safranbolu is a must-see destination in Karabuk Province, Turkey. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Safranbolu to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Safranbolu

Safranbolu in December
Estimated hotel price
£19
1 night at 3-star hotel
Safranbolu in December
Estimated hotel price
£19
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Safranbolu

Plane

Although Safranbolu doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Zonguldak (ONQ), which is located 58 km from Safranbolu.

Car

Another option to get to Safranbolu is to pick up a car hire from Istanbul, which is about 312 km from Safranbolu. You’ll find branches of Avec Car Rental and Garenta, among others, in Istanbul.

Plane

Although Safranbolu doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Zonguldak (ONQ), which is located 58 km from Safranbolu.

Car

Another option to get to Safranbolu is to pick up a car hire from Istanbul, which is about 312 km from Safranbolu. You’ll find branches of Avec Car Rental and Garenta, among others, in Istanbul.

Airports near Safranbolu

ONQZonguldak
ESBAnkara Esenboga
KFSKastamonu

Airlines serving Safranbolu

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (853 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (325 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (621 reviews)
Air Serbia
Good (196 reviews)
Royal Air Maroc
Good (460 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (442 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (343 reviews)
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Where to stay in Safranbolu

Average rates range from around £47 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £51 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Safranbolu

Most booked hotels in Safranbolu

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Efe Guest House
2 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£35+
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Hiring a car in Safranbolu

Expect to pay £0.94 per litre in Safranbolu (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £11.19 and £14.92.

Expect to pay £0.94 per litre in Safranbolu (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £11.19 and £14.92.

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