Mamak 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.
Ankara Citadel
Gaze up at the city’s iconic hilltop fortress that has survived several ruling dynasties. It dates back around 2,000 years.
Atakule Tower
Experience Ankara from above as you dine in the revolving restaurant at the summit of the city’s tallest tower.
Haci Bayram Mosque
An iconic religious center from the 1400s is home to the mausoleum of the poet after whom it takes its name.
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.
Things to do
Private Ankara City Tours by an Archaeologist Tour Guide
Top hotels in Mamak
ÇANKAYA SUIT HOTEL
AC did not work in room.otherwise good.
Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025
The Green Park Ankara
Herşeyi ile güzel otel tavsiye ederim
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Divan Ankara
Very good
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Metropolitan Hotels Ankara
Spacious clean room, Love the design of the building both interior and exterior. Building immaculately clean. Staff were brilliant, enjoyed breakfast good selection could possibly have had a couple of additional items. Mescit (prayer room) next to restaurant, large room beautifully decorated with ...
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Mövenpick Hotel Ankara
It is a vertical building but not as wide. I found the oval architecture very original. Try going all the way to the top floor and look down. It was a comfortable stay, overall. The staff was professional. It is at a crossroad making transportation a breeze by cab. Many nearby restaurants and a big ...
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
New Park Hotel Ankara
Eccelent
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Mamak
Altındağ
Noted for its historical sites and museums, there's plenty to explore in Altındağ. Top attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations and Hamamonu Historic Area are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at ASKI Station or Ulus Station to see more of the city.
Cankaya
Noted for its cafes and spas, there's plenty to explore in Cankaya. Top attractions like Atakule Tower and Karum Shopping Mall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Dikimevi Station or Sihhiye Station to see more of the city.
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.
Kizilay
Visitors to Kizilay like its restaurants and shopping, and Ankara Art Playhouse is a sight worth a stop.
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.
