Walking Tour of Ankara’s Historic Center

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.
Arslanhane Mosque: A 13th-century Seljuk wooden mosque, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship and timeless spirituality, part of the UNESCO World Heritage.
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.

The tour lasts 2 hours and 45 minutes

Available in German and English

Guide: Hakan

Guiding since 2025

I'm Hakan. I am a professional tourist guide. My hometown is Ankara and I am eager to share my knowledge and experiences.

5 stops

1.9 km walking

2 hours and 45 minutes

Meeting point:Ankara Kale Kapısı ve Saat KulesiI'll be under the castle's clock tower and usually have an umbrella with me.Open in Google Maps →

Outside visit

Ankara CitadelAnkara Castle (Turkish: Ankara Kalesi) is a historic fortification in the city of Ankara, Turkey, constructed in or after the 7th century. The earliest fortification on the site was constructed in the 8th century BC by the Phrygians and rebuilt in 278 BC by the Galatians. The castle was rebuilt or renovated under the Roman, Byzantine, Seljuk, and Ottoman Empires.

Entry not included

Museum of Anatolian CivilizationsAdmire artifacts from the Stone Age, Neolithic, Hittite, Phrygian, and Urartian periods.

Free entry

Ahi Şerafettin (Aslanhane) CamiiThis 13th-century mosque is one of the finest examples of Anatolia’s wooden architecture. This mosque is a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2023.

5 stops

1.9 km walking

2 hours and 45 minutes

Meeting point:Ankara Kale Kapısı ve Saat KulesiI'll be under the castle's clock tower and usually have an umbrella with me.Open in Google Maps →

Outside visit

Entry not included

Museum of Anatolian CivilizationsAdmire artifacts from the Stone Age, Neolithic, Hittite, Phrygian, and Urartian periods.

Free entry

Ahi Şerafettin (Aslanhane) CamiiThis 13th-century mosque is one of the finest examples of Anatolia’s wooden architecture. This mosque is a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2023.

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Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.

Accessibility

Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Groups

Does not accept large group bookings.

Pets

Suitable for bringing pets.

Minimum attendees

Requires a minimum of 5 people to conduct the tour.

Additional costs

The tour requires payment for entries or additional expenses.

Free cancellation

If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.