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
Private Ankara City Tours by an Archaeologist Tour Guide
Top hotels in Cankaya
ÇANKAYA SUIT HOTEL
Odamız gayet temiz ve güzeldi. Resepsiyon ilgili ve güler yüzlü. Konumu hakkında konuşmama gerek bile yok inanılmaz iyi bir konumu var hotelin. Gerçekten mükemmel hizmet mükemmel kalite.
Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025
The Green Park Ankara
Room was spotless, people working are very helpful and polite, both for room and restaurant
Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025
Divan Ankara
Great gourmet food in the restaurant. All staff are very pleasant and courteous. From Vale (s) to reception, cleaners to dining room staff. Location is great. Parking is very convenient
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
Metropolitan Hotels Ankara
Spacious clean room, Love the design of the building both interior and exterior. Building immaculately clean. Staff were brilliant, enjoyed breakfast good selection could possibly have had a couple of additional items. Mescit (prayer room) next to restaurant, large room beautifully decorated with ...
Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025
Sheraton Ankara Hotel & Convention Center
Wonderful people great customer service and clean room
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
New Park Hotel Ankara
The building is new, and the room was spotless. The staff were friendly and helpful. But the building itself was not perfect; it was poor at blocking traffic sounds at night.
Reviewed on Nov 5, 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.
