About Dushanbe
Dushanbe is the capital of Tajikistan, home to around 679,400 people.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Dushanbe
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Haji Yaqub Mosque
2
Sari Osiyo Mosque
3
Ismaili Centre
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St. Nicholas Cathedral
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Gurminj Museum of Musical Instruments
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National Museum of Tajikistan
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Monument of Amir Ismail Samani
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Rudaki statue
Budget travel
Free things to do in Dushanbe
Haji Yaqub Mosque
Sari Osiyo Mosque
St. Nicholas Cathedral
Monument of Amir Ismail Samani
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Haji Yaqub Mosque
- Visit Sari Osiyo Mosque
- Visit Ismaili Centre
- Eat at Cafe Merve
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit St. Nicholas Cathedral
- Visit Gurminj Museum of Musical Instruments
- Visit National Museum of Tajikistan
- Eat at Merve Restaurant
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Monument of Amir Ismail Samani
- Visit Rudaki statue
- Visit Aquapark Dolphin
- Eat at Delhi Darbar
Where to eat
Cafe Merve
Merve Restaurant
Delhi Darbar
Salsa
Tiflis
Gruzinski Restorant "Kafene Gruziya"
Steakhouse
Segafredo
Where to stay
- Greenhouse Hostel
- Dushanbe Hostel Latifa
- Hostel Hello, Dushanbe!
- Yellow hostel
- Atlas B&B
Shopping
- Korvon Bazaar
- Shakhmansur Bazaar
Nightlife
- Best Bar City
- 28 Monkeys
- Small Restaurants in front of the Opera
- Brewery Dushanbe
Museums & culture
- Haji Yaqub Mosque
- Sari Osiyo Mosque
- St. Nicholas Cathedral
- Gurminj Museum of Musical Instruments
- National Museum of Tajikistan
- Monument of Amir Ismail Samani
In pictures
Dushanbe gallery
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