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The Capital of Türkiye

Ankara, the heart of the Republic.

Türkiye's capital combines the memory of the Republic, world-class museums and a historic citadel with modern congress venues and easy access to Cappadocia.

Ideal stay1–2 nights
Best forCulture, MICE, official visits
GatewayAnkara Esenboğa Airport
NearbyCappadocia · Konya

Central Anatolia

A capital with deep roots.

Ankara became the capital of the new Turkish Republic in 1923, and Anıtkabir, the monumental mausoleum of Atatürk, remains its most visited landmark.

The city's history goes back much further: the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations displays treasures from the Hittites, Phrygians and Urartians, while the old citadel quarter preserves Ottoman houses and narrow streets with views over the city.

Discover

The essence of Ankara.

01

Anıtkabir

The monumental mausoleum of Atatürk and its museum.

02

Ankara Citadel

Historic walls, Ottoman houses and panoramic views.

03

The Modern Capital

Congress venues, hotels and lively city life.

Must-See

Highlights not to miss.

  • 01Anıtkabir
  • 02Museum of Anatolian Civilizations
  • 03Ankara Citadel
  • 04Hamamönü historic quarter
  • 05Kocatepe Mosque
  • 06Temple of Augustus
  • 07Gordion, the Phrygian capital
  • 08Day trip towards Cappadocia
Perfect ForTailor-made all year
  • MICE & Official VisitsCongress centres and the capital's institutions.
  • Culture & HistoryAnıtkabir and the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
  • Group ToursA natural stop on the way to Cappadocia.
  • Combined RoutesAnkara, Cappadocia and Konya in one journey.
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Sample Itinerary

Three days in Ankara.

A starting point. Every programme is adapted to your travellers, season and pace.

Day 1

Arrival & Anıtkabir

Arrival in the capital and a visit to Anıtkabir.

Day 2

Museums & the Citadel

The Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, the citadel and Hamamönü.

Day 3

Onward to Cappadocia

A drive across the Anatolian plateau to Cappadocia.

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