10 Days in Ankara: Unveiling History and Savoring Culinary Delights

Hady Babaei

9 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through Ankara, Turkey's vibrant capital. Discover ancient marvels, immerse in rich history, and indulge in mouthwatering local cuisine. Join me as I explore the hidden gems of this enchanting city.

Trip to Ankara

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Viator

Day 1Savory Delights and Cultural Treasures

$69

$ 5

Hotel Kayra

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

12 - 18 min

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Republic Museum (The Second Parliament Building)

Museum of the Turkish Republic, housed in the Second Grand National Assembly of Turkey.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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18 - 22 min

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Grand religious structure with domes, 4 minarets & colonnades, plus soaring prayer halls.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$20

9 - 11 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$26

Day 2Conquer the Castle and Sip Turkish Coffee

$60

$ 2

Hotel Kayra

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

7 - 10 min

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Ancient castle built on a rocky hilltop, offering panoramic views of the city in all directions.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

14 - 21 min

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Landmark mosque that was built during the Ottoman era & is still in use today.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$26

8 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Day 3Gastronomic Adventures and Artistic Inspirations

$83

$ 4

Hotel Kayra

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

11 - 16 min

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Museum chronicling progress in transit & science, with artifacts from rare cars to medical tools.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

7 - 9 min

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Park with rides & cafes, plus a lake & a memorial to Atatürk at the head of a long water feature.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

14 - 21 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$30

9 - 11 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$22

Day 4Taste the Authentic Flavors of Ankara

$88

$ 4

Hotel Kayra

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

4 - 5 min

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Converted prison, now an arts & culture center as well as a history museum offering tours of cells.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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25 - 30 min

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Indoor/outdoor museum showcasing military aircraft & model planes, plus uniforms & memorabilia.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$13

13 - 20 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$26

8 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$26

Day 5Uncover History and Delve into Philately

$68

$ 3

Hotel Kayra

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

5 - 6 min

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Museum exhibiting weaponry & artifacts from war of independence in imposing, 2-story stone building.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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5 - 8 min

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Multi-floor philatelic museum featuring extensive displays of historic stamps & a casual cafe.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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16 - 24 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$20

2 - 3 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$20

Day 6Fine Dining and Artistic Wonders

$82

$ 2

Hotel Kayra

Depart from your stay 🏨

2317 - 2781 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

2 - 3 min

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Roman bathhouse & temple with spring water, Pump Room restaurant, museum & audio tour for kids.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$13

Showcase of Turkish art & sculptures, plus workshops, in a grand, historic building.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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12 - 17 min

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Hamamönü-Tacettin Cami karşısı

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$28

14 - 21 min

Directions

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$20

Day 7Ancient Artifacts and Culinary Delights

$86

$ 2

Hotel Kayra

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

7 - 10 min

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Museum of artifacts from the Paleolithic era to the classical period, some displayed in a courtyard.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

4 - 5 min

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Private museum with archaeological artifacts, a cafe & an exhibition hall hosting events & concerts.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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3 - 4 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$20

1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$28

Day 8Paying Tribute and Embracing Nature

$62

$ 3

Hotel Kayra

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

7 - 10 min

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Colonnaded tomb for the former president, Kemal Ataturk, with a marble hall, turrets & museum.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Quiet park featuring paths lined with mature trees, plus a large pond, benches & a playground.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

Directions

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$30

9 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Day 9Aquatic Wonders and Spiritual Serenity

$85

$ 3

Hotel Kayra

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

5 - 6 min

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Marine attraction at the Nata Vega Outlet featuring an underwater tunnel with fish, sharks & more.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$25

20 - 24 min

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Built 1967–1987, this neoclassical Ottoman-style mosque is the city's largest, accommodating 24,000.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$26

4 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Day 10Rustic Eateries and Cultural Immersion

$73

$ 4

Hotel Kayra

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

11 - 16 min

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Collection of hundreds of distinctive chess sets, displayed in a heritage house with a cafe & shop.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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21 - 26 min

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Outdoor museum featuring traditional Anatolian houses, craft & agriculture exhibits & farm animals.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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4 - 6 min

Directions

Zengin kahvaltı içeriği ile Türkiyenin ilk Açık Hava Müzesi Altınköyün manzarası eşliğinde gözlerden uzak bir kahvaltı deneyimine davetlisiniz.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$18

9 - 11 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

Budget breakdown: $786 In total

Activities & Food:$754

Transport:$32