Ulus
Ankara
Popular places to visit
Haci Bayram Mosque
An iconic religious center from the 1400s is home to the mausoleum of the poet after whom it takes its name.
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.
Ethnographic 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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Turkish Cuisine Cooking Class at Local Home with Family
Top hotels in Ulus
Radisson Blu Hotel, Ankara
I stayed at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Ankara for one night with my children. We had booked a suite room, but the room we were given was just a standard room. They converted the sofa into a double bed. The breakfast was relatively good, but the bathroom was very old and needs renovation. Overall, the ...
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
The Ankara Hotel
Clean, feels newly renovated, spacious rooms and super convenient. Very well located for a tourist or anyone who wants easy access to the train station and the key tourist attractions of Ankara.
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026
Dab Hotel Ulus
Good location
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026
Berlitz Otel
Divan Cukurhan - Boutique Class
Perfect location, wonderful property and finally, friendly and helpful staff. Better than I expected!
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026
Asal Hotel
Breakfast was fresh and hot, would recommend the stay overall.
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ulus
Maltepe
Travelers enjoy Maltepe for its restaurants and theaters. Consider checking out Ankara Cagdas Sanat Tiyatrosu while you're in the area.
Kizilay
Travelers enjoy Kizilay for its restaurants and shopping. Consider checking out Ankara Art Playhouse while you're in the area.
Bahçelievler Mahallesi
Even though there aren't top sights in Bahçelievler Mahallesi, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Anitkabir Ataturk Museum. Jump on the metro at Besevler Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
Emek Mahallesi
When in Emek Mahallesi and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Next Level AVM or Armada Shopping and Business Center and hop on the metro to see more the city at Bahcelievler Station or Millî Kutuphane Station.
