About this venue
Papara Park is a modern stadium in Trabzon, designed as a major sports and event venue on the Black Sea coast. With a capacity of more than 40,000 seats, the venue has a strong visual identity, spacious stands and architecture that highlights the atmosphere of major football matches, concerts and other live events.
The inside experience is built around clear views of the pitch, powerful crowd acoustics and practical visitor facilities. Wide access routes to the stands, clearly arranged sectors, refreshment points and contemporary stadium infrastructure make the visit comfortable and efficient, especially during high-attendance events.
The stadium is located at Akyazı, Trabzon Giresun Yolu, Trabzon, Turkey, in an area that allows access by road from the city centre and coastal routes. For visitors arriving by car, the proximity of the stadium complex and parking areas is an important advantage, while access to the entrance depends on the assigned sector and event traffic plan. For a broader overview of transport around Trabzon and arrival from other parts of the city, the city description below provides a natural continuation.
About the city
Trabzon, a city on the Black Sea coast, combines the energy of sporting encounters, concert evenings and major public events with the distinctive atmosphere of Türkiye’s northeastern coastline. As an important urban center of the region, the city attracts visitors who want to combine a live event with a stay in a place known for its football tradition, sea views, local gastronomy and strong cultural identity. For audiences arriving for matches, concerts or other programs, Trabzon offers a practical combination of urban amenities, accommodation, restaurants and seaside promenades, so attending an event easily becomes a broader travel experience.
The city’s connectivity is an important advantage for reaching halls and stadiums. Trabzon Havalimanı is located close to the city center, and access to the city is possible via HAVAŞ services, municipal buses, dolmuş lines, taxis and private transport. For overland arrivals, Trabzon Otogarı, the main intercity bus terminal, is used, while movement around the city relies on the bus network, dolmuş transport and the Trabzon Ulaşım app. This infrastructure makes it easier to reach important sports and event locations such as Şenol Güneş Spor Kompleksi and Hayri Gür Spor Salonu, as well as hotels, coastal zones and central city districts.
The tourist side of a stay in Trabzon naturally complements attending an event. Before or after a concert, match or performance, it is worth walking through the Meydan Parkı area, exploring the historic streets of the center, stopping by the coast in the Ganita area or heading toward the Boztepe viewpoint, which offers views of the city and the Black Sea. For an additional cultural experience, Trabzon Kalesi, city museums and well-known religious and historical landmarks in the surrounding area can be included, making Trabzon a destination where an event ticket is easily complemented by authentic sightseeing.
