Region 13 · Explore without a tour guide
Phrygian capital, King Midas's tomb and Sakarya battlefield memorials. Follow the stops and explore at your own pace.
Interactive independent travel map
Visit the ancient Phrygian capital of Gordion, King Midas's tomb and the Sakarya battlefield memorials near Polatlı.
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Getting to the starting point
Begin at Gordion, the ancient Phrygian capital. Walk the archaeological site, then visit the on-site museum and the Midas Tumulus.
Take a bus from Ankara to Polatlı, then a taxi to Gordion. Confirm the timetable before travelling.
Show the driver 'Gordion Antik Kenti'. A car or taxi is recommended to visit all stops.
Plan your return from Duatepe. A taxi is required for the last section.
Suggested flexible agenda
Allow a full day including travel from Ankara. Distances between stops require a car or taxi.
90–120 min
1Walk the archaeological site of the ancient Phrygian capital.
45–60 min
2Visit the museum with Phrygian artefacts and excavation finds.
45–60 min
3Explore the burial mound of King Midas with its wooden chamber.
45–60 min
4Visit the Sakarya battlefield memorial commemorating the 1921 battle.
30–45 min
5Finish at Duatepe hill with its memorial and panoramic views.
Local survival guide
Use the map as a planning aid. The sites are spread out and a car or taxi is recommended.
Restaurants and cafés in Polatlı center. Limited services near Gordion.
Public toilets at the Gordion site and Polatlı center.
ATMs in Polatlı center.
Pharmacies in Polatlı center.
Gordion is a UNESCO site. Check current opening hours and ticket prices.
Sakarya Şehitliği and Duatepe are memorial sites — observe respect.
A car or taxi is recommended. Public transport between sites is limited.
Map coordinates identify the stops, not verified entrances.
Route stops
Starting point · 90–120 min
Walk the archaeological site of the ancient Phrygian capital.
Walk · 45–60 min
Visit the museum with Phrygian artefacts and excavation finds.
Walk · 45–60 min
Explore the burial mound of King Midas with its wooden chamber.
Walk · 45–60 min
Visit the Sakarya battlefield memorial commemorating the 1921 battle.
Walk · 30–45 min
Finish at Duatepe hill with its memorial and panoramic views.