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What to do in 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.
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.
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.
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.
Areas of Ankara
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. 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.
Mamak
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Mamak. You might want to make time for a stop at Muhsin Ertugrul Sahnesi or Ulucanlar Prision Museum.
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.
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.
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- Visit Akyurt
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