Ankara City Center Travel Guide
Ankara
Visit Ankara City Center
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.
Things to do
Turkish Cuisine Cooking Class at Local Home with Family
Make Homemade Turkish Baklava with a Local in Ankara
Top hotels in Ankara City Center
ÇANKAYA SUIT HOTEL
"The location is very good for the purpose of my trip. Air conditioning worked ok, but the room had an odd smell like humidity or just old. Breakfast was not included, even though on the booking was not very clear and price was high for 'no-breakfast'. They have parking, was is very usefull if you ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Sheraton Ankara Hotel & Convention Center
"I have stayed at this hotel before, but on the Lugal side. Everything was perfect as usual. I got my room upgraded without asking. The location is excellent, close to all shopping. I'm traveling through Ankara every time I'm in Turkiye. Beautiful city, safe,. I will recommend this hotel to anyone ..."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Check Inn Hotel Ankara
"The room was clean, the breakfast was a bit limited but very good, I found it enough. The minibar was empty though."
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
SUITES NECATİBEY
The Ankara Hotel
"Clean and large room. The hotel is located inside the station."
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Saffari Hotel
"Clean room Good location"
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Ankara City Center
Cankaya
Noted for its cafes and spas, there's plenty to explore in Cankaya. Top attractions like Atakule Tower and Panora Shopping Center are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Dikimevi Station or Sihhiye Station to see more of the city.
Kizilay
Visitors to Kizilay like its restaurants and shopping, and Ankara Art Playhouse is a sight worth a stop.
Yenimahalle
The bars and museums are just a few things visitors like about Yenimahalle. Ataturk Forest Farm and Zoo and Presidential Complex 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.
Etimesgut
Etimesgut is well liked for its museums and parks. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Goksu Park and ODTU Science And Technology Museum are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Eryaman Station or Devlet Mahallesi Station to get around.
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 Ankara Chamber of Commerce.
