Things to Do in Ankara
Hello, I'm Musa—your local travel buddy in Ankara!
Let’s explore the city’s rich history on a two-hour walking tour, starting at the Column of Julianus, a Roman monument dating back to the 4th century. From there, we’ll head to the Temple of Augustus and the Hacı Bayram Mosque, a spiritual and architectural landmark currently on UNESCO’s World Heritage Tentative List.
We’ll then enjoy a scenic walk toward the Ankara Citadel, passing by the recently restored Ancient Roman Theatre. Before reaching the Citadel, we’ll visit Aslanhane Mosque, a stunning example of medieval Anatolian wooden hypostyle architecture.
Inside the Citadel, we’ll explore the historic Sultan Alaaddin Mosque, and finally, climb to the top of the Citadel for a panoramic view of Ankara that you won’t forget.
✨ All sites on this tour are free to enter, making it an enriching and budget-friendly experience.
Join me for a journey through the layers of Ankara’s history, culture, and timeless charm!
Ankara Walking Tour:
Castle, Temples & more:
Step into history on this walking tour in Ankara, exploring the city’s most iconic landmarks and ancient sites. With your knowledgeable local guide, discover treasures from Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman eras, as well as modern Turkish history.
Highlights of the Tour:
- Ankara Citadel (Ankara Castle): Walk through centuries of history and enjoy panoramic views of the city.
- Museum of Anatolian Civilizations: Admire artifacts from the Stone Age, Neolithic, Hittite, Phrygian, and Urartian periods.
- Temple of Augustus & Rome: Explore one of Ankara’s most significant Roman monuments.
- Hacı Bayram Mosque: Discover the rich cultural and religious heritage of the Ottoman era.
Why Travelers Love This Tour:
- Private walking experience.
- Fascinating insights into ancient and modern Turkish history.
- Perfect for history lovers, culture seekers, and first-time visitors to Ankara.
Additional Information:
- Duration: Half-day (approx. 2,5-3 hours).
Additional Costs: Entrance to the Anatolian Civilizations Museum is 12 Euros.
To customize reservation times and for other available dates, please contact me.
Hello, I am your travel companion Aişe.
If you are interested in a two-hour walk through the Turkish capital Ankara, you have come to the right place.
We begin our tour with a visit to the Ankara Citadel. This ancient fortress offers impressive views of the city.
On the way up to the Citadel, we will visit the Sultan Alaaddin Mosque . It is a historic mosque located closest to the highest point of the Citadel.
On another path leading down from the Citadel, we will visit another historic mosque that was recently added to UNESCO, the Aslanhane Mosque.
Strolling through the Old Bazaar, past the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations and the Roman Theater, we reach the Haci Bayram Mosque, an important pilgrimage site in Ankara. The mosque is modeled on the Temple of Augustus, an ancient Roman temple built in honor of the Roman Emperor Augustus.
This tour offers a mix of history, culture, architecture and local atmosphere.















































