Hıdırlık Hill
Hıdırlık Tepesi
A small hill southeast of the old town with panoramic views of Safranbolu's white walls and red roofs. It is the go-to spot for the town's classic postcard shot.
From Çarşı, it takes about 10 to 15 minutes to walk up the stone-paved slope to the top of Hıdırlık Hill. The summit has the Hıdırlık Hasan Pasha Tomb, a park and tea gardens, and the terrace faces the tightly packed old mansions and mosque minarets. The sunset hours and the period after the lights come on are the most beautiful, and many visitors stay to drink tea and wait for the night view. Admission is free or costs a small fee. The slope is steep, so watch your footing in rain or snow.
Opening hours
All day (teahouse approx. 09:00–23:00)
Nearby sights
- Kaymakamlar House Museum
- Cinci Han
- Köprülü Mehmet Pasha Mosque
- Cinci Hamam
- Çarşı Old Town
- Clock Tower & City History Museum
- İzzet Mehmet Pasha Mosque
- Crystal Terrace (Tokatlı Canyon)