Timeline
16:47
Start with a coffee at Verte Coffee House. It is just a seven minute walk from Güvenpark. Order a drink and settle in while you watch the afternoon light begin to soften.
17:32
Walk back to Güvenpark. Use the remaining time to find a good spot near the Security Monument. The park faces west, so you will have an unobstructed view of the sunset toward the WSW.
17:47
Watch the sun set. The golden light period starts around 17:06, giving you a rich, warm glow over the park before the sky darkens completely at 17:47.
18:32
Head to Marti Restaurant for dinner. It is only a seven minute walk from the park. The outdoor seating areas are nice, and the appetizers are a great way to start a traditional Turkish meal.
19:32
End the evening at Kafka. This bar is a ten minute walk from Güvenpark and stays open until 01:00. It is the perfect place to relax after dinner and enjoy the night atmosphere.
Local tip
Verte Coffee House and Marti Restaurant are both very close to Güvenpark, making this a low effort evening. Kafka is open late, so you can take your time.
Check before you go
- Verte Coffee House is open 08:00-23:00.
- Marti Restaurant does not list specific hours, but it is a dinner spot so it will be open in the evening.
- Kafka is open 10:00-01:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Ankara (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).