Cankaya Travel Guide
Ankara
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.
Dikmen Vadisi Park
After visiting Dikmen Vadisi Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ankara. Discover the cafes and its museums while you're in the area.
Things to do
Turkish Cuisine Cooking Class at Local Home with Family
Top hotels in Cankaya
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
Sheraton Ankara Hotel & Convention Center
The Green Park Ankara
Divan Ankara
"Pazar sabahı saat 6 da yangın alarmı çalıştı, ödümüz koptu"
Reviewed on 22 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
Other neighbourhoods around Cankaya
Gaziosmanpasa
Gaziosmanpasa is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Karum Shopping Mall and Arjantin Street.
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.
Ankara City Center
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.
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.
Kizilay
Visitors to Kizilay like its restaurants and shopping, and Ankara Art Playhouse is a sight worth a stop.
Balgat Mahallesi
Museums, historical sites and shopping are some highlights of Balgat Mahallesi. You might stop by Armada Shopping and Business Center or Next Level AVM while you're in the area.
