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#1Private Ankara City Tour

Learn about the Byzantine and Roman history in Ankara as you visit the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations with your guide. See artifacts from the Stone Age an...

Duration 3h Free Cancellation Free Cancellation
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$82
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Private Ankara City Tour

#2Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) H...

For airport pick-ups, one of our staff members will meet you holding a nameplate soon as you exit thearrivals gate.For hotel pick-ups, your driver will meet ...

Duration 1h Free Cancellation Free Cancellation
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$12
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Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) H...

#3Private Arrival Transfer Ankara Esenboga Airport to Ankara City Center Hote...

Let us make your arrival hassle-free with an Ankara Esenboğa Airport Private Arrival Transfer. Avoid all the stress that comes with trying to get from A to B...

Duration 50m Free Cancellation Free Cancellation
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$28
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Private Arrival Transfer Ankara Esenboga Airport to Ankara City Center Hote...

#42 Days Ankara-Cappadocia Tour by Bus - YK003

ItineraryDay 1: Morning Bus to NEVSEHIR / GOREME CITY at 07:30am (From Ankara Bus Station)Stop At: Yuki Tours, Urgup 50400 TurkeyPLEASE BE READY AT ANKARA BU...

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$224
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2 Days Ankara-Cappadocia Tour by Bus - YK003

#5Private Personalized Tour in Ankara Turkey (Guide Only)

Booking this Ankara Tour, you'll be able to explore every tourist attractions in Ankara accompanied by a personal tour guide who speaks English. Explore so m...

Duration 10h
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$21
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Private Personalized Tour in Ankara Turkey (Guide Only)

#6Private Tour of Historical Ankara City

This is a great tour to learn about the Byzantine and Roman history in Ankara as you visit the main historical sights that the fantastic city of Ankara has t...

Duration 8h Free Cancellation Free Cancellation
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$67
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Private Tour of Historical Ankara City

#7Ankara, Gordion, Hattusas, Cappadocia 2 days private tour - CAP41

ItineraryDay 1: GordionStop At: Gordion Museum, Yassi Hoyuk Koyu Yassihuyuk Koyu, Polatli, Ankara TurkeyMorning 08:00am Meet with our tour guide and transfer...

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$287
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Ankara, Gordion, Hattusas, Cappadocia 2 days private tour - CAP41

#86-Day Cradle of Civilizations Tour by Plane

Uncover the marble memories of once-great Greek and Roman cities, explore underground passageways that once hid persecuted Christians, and learn about Sufism...

Duration 7d
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$1,122
per traveler
6-Day Cradle of Civilizations Tour by Plane

#9Cradle of Civilizations 4-Day Tour

On this exciting 4-day tour you will get to see some fantastic sights in Turkey including the Mesmerising Fairy Chimneys in Cappadocia and the Whirling Dervi...

Duration 4d Free Cancellation Free Cancellation
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$873
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Cradle of Civilizations 4-Day Tour

#10Ankara Airport to Kartalkaya Ski Resort Hotels

For airport pick-ups, one of our staff members will meet you holding a nameplate soon as you exit the arrivals gate.For hotel pick-ups, your driver will meet...

Duration 3h 45m Free Cancellation Free Cancellation
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$45
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Must See Ankara Attractions

Roman Theatre

Imagine the electric atmosphere 2,000 years ago as Roman theater enthusiasts waited in line to attend a hotly anticipated dramatic performance at this site.
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Anitkabir

Relive Turkey’s fight for independence and learn about the life of its first president, who is buried in this symmetrical mausoleum.
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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.
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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.
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Ethnography Museum

From political history and the country’s first independent leader to coffee and jewelry, the contents of this all-encompassing museum teach visitors about Turkey.
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Monumentum Ancyranum

Explore the remains of a temple that dates back 2,000 years. A surviving inscription tells the story of the first Roman emperor.
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Atakule Tower

Experience Ankara from above as you dine in the revolving restaurant at the summit of the city’s tallest tower.
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Ankara Citadel

Gaze up at the city’s iconic hilltop fortress that has survived several ruling dynasties. It dates back around 2,000 years.
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State Art and Sculpture Museum

This elegant structure and its historical hall are Ankara’s home of Turkey’s contemporary art scene with many galleries and workshops.
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Kizilay Square

This spacious square in the center of Ankara is a lively political and cultural hub, surrounded by malls, restaurants and hotels.
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Haci Bayram Mosque

An iconic religious center from the 1400s is home to the mausoleum of the poet after whom it takes its name.
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Ankara Attractions

Secured your flights to Ankara? Check. Packed your bags? Check again. But have you left enough room for some comfy walking shoes? You'll certainly want them. With so many terrific attractions and experiences to take in, your days will be filled with exploring.

Learn what makes Ankara tick with some of the very best tours & day trips. Browse through the 45, and book with confidence knowing that we offer free cancellation and no added fees.

Things to Do in Ankara with Kids

There are plenty of memorable experiences in Ankara that the entire gang will love. These are a few of the best family friendly experiences around.

Explore the Neighborhoods of Ankara

Ankara City Center

Well-liked for its museums and monuments, Ankara City Center is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Kocatepe Mosque and Kizilay Square, and jump on the metro at Tandoğan Metro to get around the city.

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Ulus

Unique features of Ulus include the museums and historic sites. Make a stop by Haci Bayram Mosque or Museum of Anatolian Civilizations while you're exploring the area.

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Altındağ

Unique features of Altındağ include the historic sites and museums. Make a stop by Ankara Castle or Ankara Citadel while you're exploring the area.

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Etimesgut

Travelers enjoy Etimesgut for its museums and parks. Consider checking out Goksu Park while you're in the area.

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