One Day in Tokat: What to See

Historic & Cultural

Tokat Kalesi

Tokat Castle is an ancient citadel with 28 towers built on top of a rocky peak in the center of Tokat, Turkey. While its first residents are unknown, the city's history dates back to 3,000 BC. The Hittites and Persians ruled over the area.

Shopping

Arastalı Bedesten

Arastalı Bedesten, located in Tokat city center, is a historical shopping area estimated to have been built in the 15th or 16th century. It was praised by Evliya Çelebi in his Seyahatname, comparing it to the bazaars of Aleppo and Bursa. Since May 2012, it has served as the Tokat Museum, exhibiting archaeological and ethnographic artifacts. It is within walking distance of Tokat Castle (234 m), Taşhan (470 m), and Ali Pasha Bath (485 m).

Shopping

Taşhan

Taşhan, an Ottoman structure built in the 17th century, located within the historical city center of Tokat. It is situated on Gaziosmanpaşa Boulevard.

Turkish Baths & Spa

Ali Paşa Hamamı

Ali Pasha Hamam, a bathhouse located in the center of Tokat. It is located to the east of the Ali Pasha Mosque, which bears the same name. It was renovated and put into service by the General Directorate of Foundations in 1886.

Museums

Gaziosman Paşa Plevne Müzesi

Museums

Tokat Atatürk Evi Müzesi