Ankara Adventure: Unveiling History and Culture

Mert Çalca

11 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through Ankara, Turkey's vibrant capital. Discover ancient marvels, immerse yourself in rich culture, and indulge in mouthwatering cuisine. Join us as we explore hidden gems and iconic landmarks in this 5-day itinerary.

Trip to Ankara

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Viator

Day 1Museums Galore and Monumental Wonders

$88

$ 20

Kızılay Günlük Kiralık Ev

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$25

22 - 27 min

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$63

20 - 24 min

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

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Roman Baths, Museums, and Castle Delights

$150

$ 10

Kızılay Günlük Kiralık Ev

Depart from your stay 🏨

2368 - 2842 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$63

Republic Museum (The Second Parliament Building)

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$25

8 - 11 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$25

16 - 23 min

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

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$38

6 - 9 min

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

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Botanical Paradise and Cultural Treasures

$188

$ 20

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Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$125

23 - 28 min

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

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$63

13 - 16 min

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

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 4Chess Museum, Historic Mosques, and Open-Air Heritage

$88

$ 25

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Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$25

7 - 9 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

20 - 24 min

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

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$38

18 - 22 min

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

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$25

Day 5Unraveling Anatolian Civilizations and Museums Galore

$113

$ 10

Kızılay Günlük Kiralık Ev

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$63

9 - 14 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$25

12 - 17 min

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

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$25

Budget breakdown: $709 In total

Activities & Food:$625

Transport:$84