Central Anatolia
Travel Guide
Visit Central Anatolia
Where to stay in Central Anatolia
Cankaya
Noted for its cafes and spas, there's plenty to explore in Cankaya. Top attractions like Atakule Tower and Pink Pavilion are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Dikimevi Station or Sihhiye Station to see more of the city.
Kizilay
Travelers enjoy Kizilay for its restaurants and shopping. Consider checking out Ankara Art Playhouse while you're in the area.
Yenimahalle
Get to know Yenimahalle and its many features like its bars and museums. You might want to explore sights like Presidential Complex and Armada Shopping and Business Center, and you can jump on the metro at Mesa Station or Istanbul Yolu Station to get around the city.
Çukurambar Mahallesi
While Çukurambar Mahallesi might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Armada Shopping and Business Center and Next Level AVM.
Ankara City Center
Ankara City Center is well-liked for its museums and monuments. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Kocatepe Mosque and Tunali Hilmi Caddesi are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Sihhiye Station or Anadolu Station to get around.
Mamak
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Mamak. You might want to make time for a stop at Aqua Vega or Abidin Pasa Mosque.
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Popular places to visit
Anitkabir
You can study the exhibits at Anitkabir, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Ankara. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Uchisar Castle
After visiting Uchisar Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Uçhisar. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets, or seek out its local tours.
Kizilay Square
You can learn about the history of Ankara with a visit to Kizilay Square. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Goreme Open Air Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Goreme Open Air Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Göreme. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets, or seek out its local tours.
Love Valley
Explore the great outdoors at Love Valley and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to Göreme. You can seek out the area's local tours and hiking trails.
Mevlana Tomb and Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Mevlana Tomb and Museum during your trip to Konya. Discover the coffeehouses and museums in this culturally rich area.
- Uchisar Castle
- Kizilay Square
- Anitkabir
- Tunali Hilmi Caddesi
- Göreme National Park
- Goreme Open Air Museum
- Armada Shopping and Business Center
- Mevlana Tomb and Museum
- Love Valley
- Red Valley
- Embassy of the United States
- Pigeon Valley
- Derinkuyu Underground City
- Bilkent University
- Sunset Point
- Ankara Citadel
- Asmalı Konak
- Erciyes Ski Resort
- Hacettepe University
- Espark Shopping Center
- Ankara University
- Historical Odunpazarı Mansions
- Museum of Anatolian Civilizations
- Atakule Tower
- AnkaMall
- Cappadocia Art and History Museum
- Sazova Park
- Congresium
- Ilgaz Ski Center
- Hamamonu Historic Area
- Kugulu Park
- Rose Valley