What to do in Ankara

Activities, attractions and tours

Ankara
Anitkabir showing heritage architecture, a square or plaza and central business district
Monumentum Ancyranum showing a park and a pool
State Art and Sculpture Museum featuring interior views and a castle
Kocatepe Mosque showing religious aspects, a mosque and heritage architecture

Ankara Attractions

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Places of interest in Ankara

Ankara is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Ankara, and make it a breeze to explore Ankara and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Ankara to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Ankara attractions

Ankara has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Ankara to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Ankara.

Looking for things to do in Ankara can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Ankara or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Ankara attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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What to do in Ankara


Popular places to visit

Explore areas of Ankara

Grand Bazaar showing interior views and markets

Cankaya

Noted for its cafes and spas, there's plenty to explore in Cankaya. Top attractions like Atakule Tower and Pink Pavilion are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Dikimevi Station or Sihhiye Station to see more of the city.

Cankaya
Grand Bazaar showing interior views and markets

Kizilay

3.5/5(6 area reviews)

Visitors to Kizilay like its restaurants and shopping, and Ankara Art Playhouse is a sight worth a stop.

Kizilay
Ethnographic Museum showing heritage architecture

Ankara City Center

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

Get to know Ankara City Center and its many features like its museums and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Kocatepe Mosque and Tunali Hilmi Caddesi, and you can jump on the metro at Sihhiye Station or Anadolu Station to get around the city.

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Yenimahalle

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

The bars and museums are just a few things visitors like about Yenimahalle. Presidential Complex and Armada Shopping and Business Center are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Mesa Station or Istanbul Yolu Station to get around the larger area.

Yenimahalle
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Çukurambar Mahallesi

While there might not be top attractions in Çukurambar Mahallesi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Armada Shopping and Business Center and Next Level AVM.

Çukurambar Mahallesi
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Etimesgut

Etimesgut is well liked for its museums and parks. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Goksu Park and Kuğulu Parkı are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Eryaman Station or Devlet Mahallesi Station to get around.

Etimesgut

 

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