Gordion was the capital of ancient Phrygia, the kingdom linked to King Midas. You can enter the huge Great Tumulus burial mound and visit the museum.

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Plan your visit

  • Getting there: Fly to Ankara Esenboğa (ESB). Gordion is in Yassıhöyük village, about 21 km northwest of Polatlı. Public transport is unclear, so hire a car, take a taxi or join a tour. Most people do a half-day trip from Ankara.
  • How long: Allow 2 to 3 hours.
  • Best time: Spring or autumn, in the morning. The site is open farmland with little shade.
  • Tickets and hours: Summer hours (April to October) are listed as 08:30 to 19:00. Phone +90 312 638 2188 for winter hours. Check the current price and hours on the official page.
  • Tip: Phone the museum first to check it is open on the day.
  • Tip: Bring water. There is little shade on the mounds.
  • Nearby: The Museum of Anatolian Civilizations in Ankara has more Gordion finds.

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Header photo: Entrance to Tumulus MM, the Midas Mound at Gordion — Photo: Ywpark2003 via Wikimedia Commons, CC0

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Inscription details checked on 8 November 2026 with UNESCO World Heritage Centre. Prices, hours and transport change, so check the official page before you go.