Cankaya
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.
Atakule Tower
Experience Ankara from above as you dine in the revolving restaurant at the summit of the city’s tallest tower.
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.
Ankara Citadel
Gaze up at the city’s iconic hilltop fortress that has survived several ruling dynasties. It dates back around 2,000 years.
Haci Bayram Mosque
An iconic religious center from the 1400s is home to the mausoleum of the poet after whom it takes its name.
Things to do
Private Ankara City Tours by an Archaeologist Tour Guide
Top hotels in Cankaya
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Other neighbourhoods around Cankaya
Gaziosmanpasa
Gaziosmanpasa is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Arjantin Street and Karum Shopping Mall.
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
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.
Kizilay
Travelers enjoy Kizilay for its restaurants and shopping. Consider checking out Ankara Art Playhouse while you're in the area.
Balgat Mahallesi
Balgat Mahallesi is well-liked for many features, particularly its museums, historic sites, and shopping. Though there might not be top sights in Balgat Mahallesi, consider a stop by Next Level AVM or Armada Shopping and Business Center, located nearby.
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.
Hotels Near Cankaya, Ankara
- Kizilay Hotels
- Yenimahalle Hotels
- Ankara City Center Hotels
- Çukurambar Mahallesi Hotels
- Mamak Hotels
- Bahçelievler Mahallesi Hotels
- Etimesgut Hotels
- Ulus Hotels
- Altındağ Hotels
- Kavaklidere Hotels
- Balgat Mahallesi Hotels
- Sogutozu Hotels
- Emek Mahallesi Hotels
- Yaşamkent Mahallesi Hotels
- Beştepe Mahallesi Hotels
- Gaziosmanpasa Hotels
- Maltepe Hotels
- Cebeci Mahallesi Hotels
- Yildizevler Hotels
- Koru Mahallesi Hotels