After we wrote our Domestic Places to Go Weekend article, we wanted to prepare a special list for our readers living in and around Ankara.. After all, they get tired after working overtime during the week and we all have the right to travel! Let’s not forget that Ankara residents are very, very lucky to be able to reach great domestic routes in a short time..
If you live in or around Ankara, you have no reason not to take short trips around the Central Anatolia, Black Sea and Marmara regions on weekends.. Of course, there are many places you can go for the weekend, both near and far; In this article, we have summarized towns, national parks and cities that you can reach by car in 4 hours maximum and that we are sure you will love when you go. We proudly present our list of Places to Visit Near Ankara: Weekend Getaways from Ankara, where you will not be shaken economically during your short two-day trips, you will find plenty of peace with the natural beauties of our country, and you can meet a little bit of our cultural heritage.
Before We Begin Note: We have not specifically included towns within the borders of Ankara, such as Kızılcahamam and Beypazarı, to the list.. Our subject is other cities that are close to Ankara and easy to visit.. The common feature of the suggestions in the list; It can be reached in a maximum of 4 hours from Ankara.. In each title, you can also see how long you can go.
Safranbolu, Karabuk
Places To Visit Near Ankara
#1 Safranbolu, Karabuk: 2 hours 30 minutes
#1 Safranbolu, Karabuk: 2 hours 30 minutes strong>
The very popular town of Karabük, Safranbolu, is at the top of our list of places to visit close to Ankara. With its typical Ottoman architecture, Safranbolu is probably the first winner when it comes to weekend getaways from Ankara, with a distance of two and a half hours.. We know Safranbolu, which is protected by UNESCO, mostly with its traditional adobe houses.. Safranbolu houses are more than just famous; because this is the town that has preserved the Ottoman architecture the best until today.. Taraklı, Göynük, Beypazarı and Odunpazarı follow Safranbolu.
Places to Visit in Safranbolu: Safranbolu Houses, Safranbolu City History Museum , Kaymakamlar Travel House, Hıdırlık Hill, Crystal Terrace, Tokatlı Canyon, İncekaya Aqueduct, Yörük Village, Bulak Mencilis Cave.
#2 Abant, Bolu: 2 hours 30 minutes
Southwest of Bolu located in Abant; second on the list. Abant Lake and Abant Nature Park, which interest us the most in Abant, one of our natural beauties close to Ankara.. A peaceful day spent in nature in Abant, which is the center of wildlife with many tree species such as scotch pine, oak and beech, looks very attractive when it comes to a weekend route from Ankara.
Places To Visit In Abant: Abant Lake, Abant Nature Park and Abant Village Market.
To Do Near Abant Locations: Sinekli Highland, Mudurnu and Akkayalar Travertines.
Sazova Science, Art and Culture Park, Eskisehir
#3 Eskişehir: 2 hours 45 minutes
Most of leaving As one of the cities we are happy with, we would of course include Eskişehir in the list of Places to Visit Close to Ankara.. Because; In our opinion, no other city in Anatolia can be as European and full of vision as this.. The point Eskişehir has reached with dear Yılmaz Büyükerşen really brings hearts out of the eyes.. We can’t praise this place enough; people are getting happier. It is our favorite to sit by the Porsuk Stream and enjoy the day.
Places to Visit in Eskisehir: Porsuk Stream and Islands, Doktorlar Caddesi, İki Eylül Caddesi, Tülomsaş Factory Devrim Automobile, Taşbaşı Bazaar, Kentpark, Sazova Science, Art and Culture Park, Alaaddin Mosque, Odunpazari and Odunpazari Houses, Atlıhan Handicrafts Bazaar, Contemporary Glass Arts Museum, Eskişehir Wax Sculptures Museum and Eti Archeology Museum.
#4 Mudurnu, Bolu: 2 hours 45 minutes
Mudurnu, a typical Ottoman settlement like Safranbolu; Another beauty of Bolu. Mudurnu, which is famous for its tastes as well as its places to visit and traditional houses, managed to make us all proud with the title of ‘citta slow – calm city’, which it received in March 2018.. In Mudurnu, which draws attention with its 600-year-old architecture and the Ottoman culture preserved until today, it is more than possible to teleport to history and have a weekend feast with delicious food.
Places to Visit in Mudurnu: Mudurnu Houses, Blacksmiths’ Bazaar, Middle Bazaar, Mudurnu Clock Tower, Şehirman Hill, Yıldırım Bayezid Mosque and Bath, Former Government House or Pertev Naili Boratav Culture House and Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Mosque .
Places to Visit Near Mudurnu: Akkayalar Travertines 15 minutes away, Karamurat Lake 30 minutes away and Sülüklü Lake 1 hour away.
#5 Yedigöller, Bolu: 3 hours 10 minutes
Another route that is beautiful in all seasons is Yedigöller. Yedigöller, our natural wonder, named after its location where seven lakes meet; It offers a holiday opportunity with plenty of rest, very greenery, trekking in nature, and camping.. With its lush vegetation in spring and summer, red leaves in autumn, and snow-white scenery in winter, you can combine the Yedigöller plan with Abant, so you can experience all the beauties of Bolu to the fullest.. Alone, do you want to go back to the city life after this holiday, we don’t know at all..
Places to Visit in Yedigöller: Along with Yedigöller National Park, Büyükgöl, Küçükgöl, Seringöl, Nazlıgöl, Kurugöl, Deringöl, Sazlıgöl and İncegöl, Deer Breeding Station, Smiling Rocks, Wishing Fountain, Pythagorean Tree and Kapankaya Observation Terrace.
Göynük, Bolu
#6 Göynük, Bolu: 3 hours and 10 minutes
Journavel’ Those who have read a little bit of I know well my love for Sığacık, Turkey’s first quiet town.. Since I love the calm city concept, Göynük also has a special place in this list.. The typical Ottoman town of Göynük, chosen as one of the citta slows of our country, stands out with its historical streets and mansions.. Everything is possible for you to spend a pleasant day in this town, which allows you to meet the Western Black Sea culture with a short trip from Ankara.. Let’s add that Göynük was declared an urban site in 1987 and is under protection.
Places to Visit in Göynük: Göynük Bazaar, Victory Tower, Monumental Tree, Gazi Süleyman Pasha Mosque and Bath, Akşemseddin Mausoleum, Akşemsettinoğlu Mansion, Georgian Mansion Museum, Post Office Mansion, Müderrisler Mansion and Göynük Open Air Museum.
Sapanca Lake, Sakarya
#7 Sapanca, Sakarya: 3 hours 15 minutes
Sakarya’s famous district for its nature, Sapanca; It is a favorite of the people of Ankara as well as the people of Istanbul.. Although it is a bit far from Istanbul, it still deserves to be on the list of places close to Ankara.. You will definitely be full of oxygen on the Sakarya tour, which can be planned together with Maşukiye and Sapanca Lake on a nature-themed weekend trip.
Places to Visit in Sapanca: Sapanca Lake, Rüstempaşa Mosque, Vecihi Gate, Kırkpınar neighborhood and Bağdat Caddesi.
Nearby Places to Visit in Sapanca: 15 minutes away from Maşukiye, Justinianus Bridge from the Roman period, located in Kocaeli and Serdivan district, 20 minutes away.
Cappadocia, Nevşehir
#8 Cappadocia, Nevşehir: 3 hours 30 minutes
Places to visit near Ankara It would be a shame if we didn’t prepare a list titled and include Cappadocia.. This is the pride of our country, this beautiful region is beautiful in every season.. Cappadocia, which was formed with lava and ashes erupted by the Erciyes, Hasandağ and Güllüdağ mountains millions of years ago; With its natural beauties, balloon tours, rock and cave hotel experiences, it is at the top of the list of places that must be seen not only in Turkey but also all over the world.
Cappadocia’ Places to Visit: Ortahisar Village, Avanos Valley and Fairy Chimneys, Göreme, Göreme Open Air Museum, Pigeon Valley, Zemi Valley, Love Valley, Uçhisar Castle and Uçhisar Fairy Chimneys, Zelve, Hayal Valley (Devrent Valley), Çavuşin Village, Paşabağ Valley, Ürgüp Fairy Chimneys, Kızılçukur Valley, Kaymaklı and Derinkuyu Underground Cities, Ihlara Valley, Turasan and Kocabağ businesses.
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Göreme Open Air Museum, K apadokya
#9 Amasra, Bartin: 3 hours 45 minutes
A favorite of the people of Ankara, Amasra, the only coastal town of the Black Sea; one-to-one domestic route especially for travelers longing for the coast. Located on a promontory extending to the sea, Amasra; It is one of the must-see places in Turkey with its people in the warmth of the Aegean town and plenty of places with sea views.. It is obvious that you will spend a nice weekend in this town, which is usually the focal point of tours together with Safranbolu.
Places to Visit in Amasra: Amasra Castle, Genoa Castle, Amasra Museum, Small Harbor and Big Harbor Beaches, Attractive Bazaar, Small Church Culture and Art House, Edhem Ağa Mansion, Amasra Crying Tree, Göldere Waterfall, Gürcüoluk Cave, Cevizlik Valley and Kemerdere Bridge.
We have come to the end of our list of places to visit near Ankara. Follow Journavel on Instagram, let’s travel together. You can access photos of all our trips on the account.. Have a nice trip already!
Amasra, Bartin