Ulus Travel Guide
Ankara
Popular places to visit
Haci Bayram Mosque
An iconic religious center from the 1400s is home to the mausoleum of the poet after whom it takes its name.
Museum of Anatolian Civilizations
Travel through time as you examine exhibits that tell the story of the people who lived in the Anatolian region for more than 10,000 years.
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.
Monumentum Ancyranum
Explore the remains of a temple that dates back 2,000 years. A surviving inscription tells the story of the first Roman emperor.
State Art and Sculpture Museum
This elegant structure and its historical hall are Ankara’s home of Turkey’s contemporary art scene with many galleries and workshops.
Roman Theatre
Imagine the electric atmosphere 2,000 years ago as Roman theater enthusiasts waited in line to attend a hotly anticipated dramatic performance at this site.
Things to do
Turkish Cuisine Cooking Class at Local Home with Family
Top hotels in Ulus
Radisson Blu Hotel, Ankara
"Lovely room on 14th floor with a great view over Ankara. Breakfast had a good assortment of food. We did have to wait to be served at the bar but the staff were friendly"
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
The Ankara Hotel
"Clean and large room. The hotel is located inside the station."
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Dab Hotel Ulus
"Breakfast was correct but they might need to improve the quality of the coffee. The cappuccino or the Expresso are not really tasty because of an old coffee maker? Over all everything looks good. Location is very convenient; transportation around, great markets and many shops around. Few interesting ..."
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Berlitz Otel
Peracity Hotel
"Not the best location to be in. The only good thing about this hotel was the rooms being spacious. If you're a light sleeper, don't even bother staying in this hotel. The noise from the rooms entry/exit is very loud & the rooms are not soundproof! I had the worst 3 nights as I could not sleep due ..."
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Hotel Sema
"No one there what are they up to no hotel staff here at all and I canceled my booking and couldn’t get a refund"
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Where to stay in Ulus
Cankaya
Noted for its cafes and spas, there's plenty to explore in Cankaya. Top attractions like Kizilay Square and Atakule Tower 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.
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 Tunali Hilmi Caddesi and Kocatepe Mosque, and you can jump on the metro at Sihhiye Station or Anadolu Station to get around the city.
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.
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.
