17 Places To Visit In Tashkent

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1. Amir Temur Square

3 km from city center

Avenues & Promenades

Formerly known as Konstantinovsky Square, Amir Temur Square is located in the center of Tashkent and is the best spot to start your tour of the city. The Square is marked by a bronze statue of Amir Temur riding horseback. It is surrounded by many buildings like “Uzbekistan” Hotel, the University of Law, the Amir Timur Museum, Tashkent Chimes, and the Forums Palace. The main square is covered with (Read More)grass and pavements around the square are decorated with flowers. The roads surrounding the square lead to all parts of the city.

3 km from city center

Shopping Market

Chorsu Bazaar, also known as Charsu Bazaar is over a hundred years old and is the biggest market in Tashkent. The market is divided into three floors; the shops can be found on the top and middle floors. The market provides a cultural experience, from locally produced food items to handmade crafts made by local artisans here. The regional specialties like colorful nuts, spices, and candies make th (Read More)e stalls look kaleidoscopic.

3 km from city center

Museum

The Amir Timur Museum, located in downtown Tashkent, is a tribute to the legacy of Amir Timur. Also known as Tamerlane, he was a Turko-Mongol conqueror and the founder of the Timurid Empire in the 14th century. The museum offers a comprehensive overview of Timur's life, military conquests, and the cultural achievements of his era. Exhibits at the museum include jewelry, clothing, musical instrumen (Read More)ts, tools, manuscripts, and artworks from the Timurid period.

3 km from city center

Monument

The Independence Square, known as Mustaqilliq Maidoni, resembles a vast park adorned with monuments and fountains, surrounded by notable public buildings. The open park area has fountains, pools, and lush green surroundings, making it a perfect spot to spend a relaxing afternoon. It is also the venue of various Uzbek celebrations, such as Uzbekistan Independence Day and New Year.

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5. Hazrati Imam Complex

4 km from city center

Monument

Hazrati Imam Complex is an architectural gem in the heart of Tashkent’s old town. It is known by many names, such as Khazrati Imam, Hast Imam, and Hastim. The central attraction of the complex is the Hazrat Imam Mosque. Its tall minarets showcase intricate woodcarvings representing various Uzbekistani schools. Several architectural landmarks such as the Barak-Khan Madrasah, Tilla Sheikh Mosque, th (Read More)e mausoleum honoring Saint Abu Bakr Kaffal Shashi, and the Islamic Institute of Imam al-Bukhari are located within the complex.

2 km from city center

Garden & Park

The Tashkent City Park spread across 18 hectares is located in the central area of the city. The park consists of beautiful gardens, pools, restaurants, a basketball court, and two children’s playgrounds. One of these playgrounds has paid entry while the other one is free to access. The main attraction is the musical fountains that shoot water streams up to 80 meters and light up in the evening.

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7. Museum of Applied Arts Tashkent

1 km from city center

Museum

The Museum of Applied Art in Uzbekistan showcases more than 7000 art pieces. These pieces are grouped into three categories and present the history of traditional Uzbek art. You can find exhibitions on silk making, musical instruments, jewelry, embroidery, and other similar crafts along with miniature and ceramic art from different periods. The walls of the museum, adorned with traditional tiles a (Read More)nd Uzbek designs, add to the list of exhibits.

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1 km from city center

Amusement & Theme Park

Magic City Park is the largest all-season amusement park in Central Asia. With a fairy-tale theme, the park features a fairy-tale castle with towers as high as 60 meters. The castle has multiple shops, cafes, food courts, and entertainment facilities. These include the first laser cinema in Uzbekistan, bowling and gaming arcades, an amphitheater for live shows, and an aquarium 3.8 meters deep and (Read More)in a 20-meter-long tunnel. The aquarium features 100 species of fish, snakes, jellyfish, insects, and giant sharks.

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6 km from city center

Observation Deck

The Tashkent TV Tower is an iconic landmark and one of the tallest structures in Central Asia at a height of 375 meters. Its unique design features a cylindrical shaft with a gradually tapering top and a distinctive observation deck, offering breathtaking panoramic views of Tashkent. There are high-speed elevators to go to the tower's observation deck situated 97 meters above ground and the high (Read More)est restaurant in just 30 seconds.

3 km from city center

Shows & Theatres

Alisher Navoiy Theater is located near Amir Temur Square, on Islam Karimov Street, and is one of the largest cultural and entertainment facilities in Central Asia. Named after the revered 15th-century poet Alisher Navoiy, the theater is a prominent venue for performing arts, hosting a diverse array of theatrical productions, ballets, and operas. The theater's auditorium, adorned with gilt ornament (Read More)s and light paint, features a parterre and two tiers, providing seating for up to 1440 people. There are both Uzbek and European works performed throughout the year.

5 km from city center

Mosque

The Minor Mosque is situated along the Ankhor channel. It stands out among the other mosques in Tashkent with its white-marbled architecture and turquoise-colored domes. It has an open front part with terraces and a large round hall for prayer. The altar at the mosque is like a curved niche and points towards Mecca.

3 km from city center

Historical Site

Kukeldash Madrasah, located on a high hill in Chorsu Square is a historic Islamic educational institution that stands as a testament to the rich cultural and architectural heritage of the region. Built in the 16th century the madrasah served as a center for religious studies. It was originally built with baked bricks, following the 16th-century architecture. Today, the madrasah stands as a functio (Read More)ning religious institute with facilities like classrooms, computer rooms, a calligraphy hall, a library, a gym, a cafeteria, and a dormitory. It is open to the public throughout the year.

7 km from city center

Zoo

Spanning over 22 hectares, the Tashkent Zoo is homes up to 373 species of animals including mammals, reptiles, birds, and fishes. It is popular for its “predator” section which has Tigers, Lions, Kangaroos, and Giraffes. The “birds of prey” section which holds buzzards, vultures, griffon vultures, and saker falcons is another popular feature of the zoo. You can also catch sight of exotic animals l (Read More)ike the Asian elephant and Malayan bear here. There is a park inside the zoo with fountains, artificial lakes, and waterfalls making it a great spot for a day out with family.

70 km from city center

Lake

Charvak Reservoir is an artificial lake that was made in 1970 by building a dam to store the water of mountain rivers like Pskem, Kok-Su, and Chatkal. It is a popular day trip from Tashkent. Here you can indulge in swimming, hiking, paragliding, or simply bask in the fresh mountain air and witness unforgettable sunrises and sunsets. There are multiple beaches around the lake. Some of them are paid (Read More) and fenced while others are open to the public.

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₹7,869

3 km from city center

Museum

Founded 136 years ago, the State Museum of History of Uzbekistan was formerly known as the Lenin Museum and is one of the oldest museums in Central Asia. The museum has four floors that showcase over 250,000 exhibits, including 60,000 archaeological, 80,000 numismatic, and 16,000 ethnographical items. The collection spans Uzbekistan's history from primitive times to the present day. Guided tours a (Read More)re available.

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₹123,824

8 km from city center

Garden & Park

Spread across 66 hectares, the Botanical Garden at Tashkent features flora from all over the world. These species are mainly categorized under 5 groups- Central Asia, East Asia, the Far East, Europe, and North America. There are 6000 species and varieties of plants, including 170 coniferous, about 800 species of tropical and subtropical plants, and more than 2000 species of perennial grasses. With (Read More) its lush green surroundings, ponds, lakes, and a huge variety of plants from all over the world, it is one of the most popular spots for picnics and excursions in the city.

1 km from city center

National Park

The Alisher Navoi National Park occupies a 65-hectare area, featuring a 9-hectare lake and canal network. It is popular for activities such as biking, roller-skating, boating and also swimming in the artificial lake during warm seasons. The park also hosts a miniature railway with a locomotive, rails, carriages, and signals which is operated by children from ages 12 to 16, under adult supervision (Read More).

Tours starting from
₹12,809