Location: Ankara
Top Things to do in Ankara
The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Ankara, Ankara Province
Rising dramatically on a steep incline from the banks of the Enguri Su, Ankara, Turkey's capital and second most populous city, is a modern European metropolis speckled with reminders of its varied history. Old castles and ruins from Hittite, Phrygian, Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman civilizations dot the landscape. The modern city includes government and state houses, major universities, military bases, consulates, bustling nightlife and the oldest park in the city, Genclik Park.
Restaurants in Ankara
1. Anitkabir
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4,493 reviews
Reviewed By FloopySandlet101 - Basel, Switzerland
We've been to Anitkabir on numerous different occasions by now. It really is simply a magnificent place, tributed to Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. The thing is, it is hard to review a place like this in detail, as it contains a lot of information about Atatürk, is free and even if the prior two statements wouldn't be there, it still is just beautiful. In the center of Ankara, with a great view almost the entire 360 degrees. It really simply is a must-see in Ankara. Also to learn more about the most important man in recent Turkish history, who's name and portrait you can see pretty much across Turkey. Offline reading about him in addition is also definitely recommended.
2. II. Turkiye Buyuk Millet Meclisi Cumhuriyet Muzesi
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5.0 based on 124 reviews
Reviewed By crownvict - Ankara, Turkey
This is the second must see museum in Turkey after the I. Turkish Assembly (Turkiye Buyuk Millet Meclisi). You can see both in one day, actually in 3 hours most. They are very close to each other, 5 minutes walking distance.
3. Anadolu Medeniyetleri Muzesi
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4.5 based on 1,956 reviews
This fascinating museum contains over 200,000 historic pieces of which only a fraction can be displayed at one time. Exhibits include Early Bronze Age statues and Neolithic wall paintings.
Reviewed By JaneE604 - New York City, United States
This is an outstanding museum, one of the best I have ever visited. The exhibits are fascinating and particularly well curated. This should be on everyone's "must see list" when in Turkey. I visited Ankara specifically to see this place and it was absolutely worth the trip. A circuit covers the history of Anatolia from the Paleolithic era through to the Uratians documented with amazing artifacts. Don't miss it! My only (small) compliant is that a few items were missing leaving an empty stand with the identity card still beside it. I expect they were on loan to other museums but it would have been nice to have some explanation provided.
4. Ethnography Museum
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4.5 based on 192 reviews
This museum houses a rich collection of folkloric artifacts, and was the first resting place of Ataturk until the completion of his mausoleum in 1953.
Reviewed By 1Travelmum - Stafford, United States
This is a beautiful smallish museum displaying clothing, decorative objects and recreated rooms. There is useful English signage to help explain more about the objects as well as the customs in which they are used. There is parking available at the next door Museum of Art and Sculpture.
5. Haci Bayram Mosque (Haci Bayram Camii)
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4.5 based on 703 reviews
The mosque as it stands today shows the architectural characteristics of late 17th century and 18th century mosques. The ceiling is made of ornamental wood, and floral and plant motifs can be found throughout.
Reviewed By gulcehreli - Ankara, Turkey
This old mosque is one of the most important historical places in Ankara. Right next to it is the tomb of the sufi saint Hacı Bayram. The mosque takes its name from this holy person.Hacı Bayram is very prominent person in the Turkish Islamic history and the founder of the Bayramiyye Order. The Mosque is located in Ulus section of Ankara and very close to the Augustus Temple.
6. Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii)
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4.5 based on 668 reviews
This commanding mosque was built between 1967 and 1987 and is both the newest and largest in the city.
Reviewed By Agu_Fernandez - Buenos Aires, Argentina
This mosque is a jewel in the middle of the city and one of the most beautiful and peaceful mosques I've been in Turkey. it's a must to see! I definitely recommend it! I saw it at night and the pictures I took in the outside and inside are wonderful!!
7. 1. TBMM Kurtulus Savasi Muzesi
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4.5 based on 203 reviews
Reviewed By ayhanustun - Istanbul, Turkey
As a part of any cultural visit to Ankara, capital city of Turkey, you must see the historical Parliament buildings where the milestones of the Turkish Republic was first set up. In particular, this small building (now turned into a museum under the concept of Turkish Republic War) which was converted from a school to the first Parliament of Turkey tells you a lot about that era. Please be reminded that it was established during the war years, when the Republic was not announced yet and the Ottoman Sultan was still trying to rule the country from Istanbul (which was under invasion).
8. Rahmi M. Koc Muzesi
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4.5 based on 1,247 reviews
Çengelhan Rahmi M. Koç Museum is the first and only industrial museum in Ankara Like its namesake, it is dedicated to the history of Transport, Industry and Communications, with additional material on Ankara and the founder of the Turkish Republic, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. Housed in a magnificent building before the entrance to the Ankara Citadel, the collection contains hundreds of items from miniatures to full size boats and vehicles.The location is unrivalled – romantic, historic, convenient. And the appeal is universal: objects that affect our daily lives, created by talented engineers and craftsmen, encapsulating man’s ingenuity and hard work yet at the same time exhibiting great beauty.Our museum educates, informs, and entertains tens of thousands of adults and children each year. Please do explore this website now for a taste of what we have on show… but better still, come and visit us soon!
Reviewed By Clupmed - Ankara, Turkey
Rahmi M.Koç collected during many years; real operating memories of milestone arts of innovations; which changed human course.. This museum building is history by itself and is one of the best museums in Europe.. Enjoy your breakfast, lunch or dinner, nice menu, at the museum, while viewing Ankara and hearing cheers of some young students whom are visiting the museum under instructers..
9. CerModern
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4.5 based on 128 reviews
10. Hamamonu Restored Area
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4.5 based on 1,003 reviews
A wonderful area with many restored 1920-1930 houses now filled with cafes,restaurants,artist shops. A must see place for local and foreigh tourists.
Reviewed By kaan_sarigil - Ankara, Turkey
Ankara is one of the most important places to visit. You can taste different tastes by drinking Turkish coffee in the sand while walking around the old Ankara houses. You can go to Hamamönü by bus or the city bus. If you go with your own car, there is not much parking problem. You can park on the side of the main road. When you go to Hamamönü, you must visit the house of Mehmet Akif Ersoy and the tomb of Muhsin YAZICIOĞLU at Tacettin Dergah.
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