Cankaya
Ankara
Popular places to visit
Kizilay Square
This spacious square in the center of Ankara is a lively political and cultural hub, surrounded by malls, restaurants and hotels.
Anitkabir
Relive Turkey’s fight for independence and learn about the life of its first president, who is buried in this symmetrical mausoleum.
Atakule Tower
Experience Ankara from above as you dine in the revolving restaurant at the summit of the city’s tallest tower.
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.
Ankara Citadel
Gaze up at the city’s iconic hilltop fortress that has survived several ruling dynasties. It dates back around 2,000 years.
Haci Bayram Mosque
An iconic religious center from the 1400s is home to the mausoleum of the poet after whom it takes its name.
Things to do
Turkish Cuisine Cooking Class at Local Home with Family
Top hotels in Cankaya
ÇANKAYA SUIT HOTEL
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2025
Metropolitan Hotels Ankara
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2025
Divan Ankara
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025
Boreas Hotel, Trademark Collection By Wyndham
Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025
VE Hotels Adakale
Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025
Grand Silay Hotel
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Cankaya
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.
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.
Kizilay
Travelers enjoy Kizilay for its restaurants and shopping. Consider checking out Ankara Art Playhouse while you're in the area.
Maltepe
Travelers enjoy Maltepe for its restaurants and theaters. Consider checking out Ankara Cagdas Sanat Tiyatrosu while you're in the area.
Balgat Mahallesi
Balgat Mahallesi is well-liked for many features, particularly its museums, historic sites, and shopping. Though there might not be top sights in Balgat Mahallesi, consider a stop by Next Level AVM or Armada Shopping and Business Center, located nearby.
Çukurambar Mahallesi
While Çukurambar Mahallesi might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Armada Shopping and Business Center and Next Level AVM.