What are the best things to do in Tashkent?
Top picks in Tashkent include Hazrati Imam Complex, Chorsu Bazaar, Amir Timur Square, Tashkent Metro stations. See the full list and itinerary on this Tashkent travel guide.
Why visit Tashkent
Travel guide for Tashkent, Uzbekistan — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Tashkent is a stop in Uzbekistan, not a country-in-a-weekend. Plan about 4 days. If time is short, prioritise Hazrati Imam Complex, Chorsu Bazaar, Amir Timur Square instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 35–95 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: November–March for cooler, drier conditions. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Tashkent
1
Hazrati Imam Complex
2
Chorsu Bazaar
3
Amir Timur Square
4
Tashkent Metro stations
5
Independence Square
6
Museum of Applied Arts
7
Minor Mosque
8
Day trip toward Chimgan mountains
Budget travel
Free things to do in Tashkent
Chorsu Bazaar
Amir Timur Square
Independence Square
Minor Mosque
Kukcha Mosque
Holy Assumption Cathedral
Evangelical Lutheran Church
Sacred Heart Cathedral
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Tashkent itinerary (4 days)
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Kukcha Mosque
- Visit Holy Assumption Cathedral
- Visit Evangelical Lutheran Church
- Eat at Bravissimo
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Sacred Heart Cathedral
- Visit Mirzo-Yusuf Mosque
- Visit Alisher Navoiy Park
- Eat at Cafe Bukhara
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Do’stlik Recreation Park
- Visit Aqua Park
- Visit Japanese Garden
- Eat at Besh Qozon
Budget
Tashkent trip cost
Budget
USD 15–35
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 35–95
per person / day
Luxury
USD 110–180+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Tashkent
Estimated total (USD)
$1,935
≈ $968 per person · $276 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $70/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Tashkent mid-range ground costs (budget 15–35 · mid 35–95 · luxury 110–180+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
Bravissimo
Coffee shop with cakes and local food.
Cafe Bukhara
Relaxed cafe near the concert hall and government quarter.
Besh Qozon
Busy, somewhat chaotic place but it serves great plov. Far better value than the restaurant in the TV tower.
Ariston Park
Acceptable place by the park.
Caravan
Good reviews for their trad Uzbek food.
Jumanji
Big portions of high quality central Asian, Chinese and European food.
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
- $
Orzu Hotel
Friendly small hotel with 34 rooms.
- $
Asia Tashkent Hotel
Maintenance needed, but overall comfy enough. With pool and sauna. Some noise from street and nightclub.
- $
Oasis Asaka Hotel
Hotel in a quiet area, adequate for what you pay.
- $
Retro Palace
Adequate place in a quiet area.
- $
Shodlik Palace Hotel
Trad Soviet-era hotel showing its age.
Shopping
- Chorsu Bazaar
- Alay Bazaar
- Farkhad Bazaar
- Abu Sakhiy
- Parkent Bazaar
- Yunusobod Bazaar
Nightlife
- Ye Old Chelsea Arms
- Pelican
Museums & culture
- Kukcha Mosque
- Holy Assumption Cathedral
- Evangelical Lutheran Church
- Sacred Heart Cathedral
- Mirzo-Yusuf Mosque
In pictures
Tashkent gallery
Photos: LBM1948, Bobyrr, Solijonov 1996, Petar Milošević — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Tashkent travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Tashkent?
November–March for cooler, drier conditions.
How many days do I need in Tashkent?
Plan at least 4 days in Tashkent for the highlights on our suggested itinerary; add more time for day trips.
Where should I stay in Tashkent?
Popular stays in Tashkent include Orzu Hotel, Asia Tashkent Hotel, Oasis Asaka Hotel. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Tashkent cost?
On the ground in Tashkent (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 15–35 per person per day, mid-range about 35–95, and luxury about 110–180+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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