Ankara City Center Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Kizilay Square
This spacious square in the center of Ankara is a lively political and cultural hub, surrounded by malls, restaurants and hotels.
Anitkabir
Relive Turkey’s fight for independence and learn about the life of its first president, who is buried in this symmetrical mausoleum.
Embassy of the United States
After visiting Embassy of the United States, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ankara. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Atakule Tower
Experience Ankara from above as you dine in the revolving restaurant at the summit of the city’s tallest tower.
Kocatepe Mosque
Marvel at the modern design of one of the largest mosques in the world, which welcomes about 24,000 worshippers at a time.
Ethnographic Museum
From political history and the country’s first independent leader to coffee and jewelry, the contents of this all-encompassing museum teach visitors about Turkey.
Top hotels in Ankara City Center
ÇANKAYA SUIT HOTEL
"Drawbacks : The card-operated doors were unreliable. There were snack crubs on the carpet left by the previous guest. Advantages : But staff were helpful. Breakfast was sufficent and in good taste. Rooms were very spacious and airy. The most cost effective hotel in this region."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Grand Ankara Hotel & Convention Center
"Comfortable bed pillows and cover"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Check Inn Hotel Ankara
"Breakfast was fresh and hot. Rooms were clean and tidy. Friendly staff too. Great experience"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
UK Ankara Hotel
"This is the worst hotel I have ever stayed. We couldn't sleep a single minute because of the air condition outside motor unit of another rooms which is attached right outside our window, it was extremely noisy all night as other room was using it. I know you get what you paid but, you expect at least ..."
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
The Ankara Hotel
"Clean and large room. The hotel is located inside the station."
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
No58Hotel
"Staff was very friendly and hospitable. I enjoyed my stay 🙌"
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Ankara City Center
Kavaklidere
Unique features of Kavaklidere include the shopping and spas. Make a stop by Tunali Hilmi Caddesi or Nazim Hikmet Cultural Center while you're exploring the area.
Kizilay
Visitors to Kizilay like its restaurants and shopping, and Ankara Art Playhouse is a sight worth a stop.
Maltepe
Visitors to Maltepe like its restaurants and theatres, and Ankara Cagdas Sanat Tiyatrosu is a sight worth a stop.
Cebeci Mahallesi
Cebeci Mahallesi is noted for its museums, historical sites and cafes, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Dikimevi Station.
Bahçelievler Mahallesi
Even though there aren't top sights in Bahçelievler Mahallesi, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Kizilay Square. Jump on the metro at Besevler Station to see more of the city.
Ulus
Noted for its museums and historical sites, there's plenty to explore in Ulus. Top attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations and Ankara Arena are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Ulus Station or ASKI Station to see more of the city.
Ankara City Center Travel Guide
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