Wonderland and Surroundings Travel Guide

Wonderland, located in Sincan, awaits its visitors with enormous ponds that will make those who say there's no sea in Ankara envious, endless green spaces, and the title of being one of Europe's largest parks. This giant complex, built on a total area of 1 million 320 thousand square meters, offers a full-day escape route not only for families with children but also for anyone looking to escape the city noise and breathe.

What Awaits You in the Park?

Wonderland is a large recreational area divided into different concepts. To use your time efficiently, it's beneficial to determine the sections that interest you beforehand:

Author's Tip: The park is so large that exploring it entirely on foot can be quite tiring. You can take a mini-train that makes round trips within the park to get a general tour and save your energy for the areas you really want to see.

1-Day Sample Itinerary

To manage your time well and avoid crowds, you can follow the route below:

Other Places to Visit Nearby

If you limit your Wonderland trip to half a day, you can turn your route to the following nearby spots:

• Göksu Park (Eryaman): Approximately 15-20 minutes by car from Wonderland. It's an excellent alternative for dinner with its wooden piers, stylish restaurants, and cafes.

• Sincan Pet Park and Picnic Area: Especially if you are traveling with small children, you can add this park to your itinerary where they can be close to nature and see animals up close.

• Air Force Museum (Etimesgut): If you are interested in aviation, this open-air museum showcasing Turkish aviation history is right on your route.

Things to Know Before Your Visit

• Entrance Fee: Entry to the park through the main gates of Wonderland is free. However, activities such as amusement park rides, go-karting, pedal boats, and sports fields inside are charged separately.

• How to Get There? The most practical method of transportation is using the Metro. You can take the M1 (Batikent) or M3 (Törekent) metro from Kızılay and get off directly at the "Harikalar Diyarı" (Wonderland) stop to reach the park's entrance. For those coming by private car, there are huge parking areas around the park.

• Visiting Hours: The park is generally active during summer months between 07:00 - 20:00 (indoor facilities and businesses), but for security reasons, entry from the main gates may be restricted after a certain hour in the evening.

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