Tourist Attractions in Tashkent

The most interesting and beautiful tourist sites in Tashkent

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About Tashkent

Tashkent has existed for more than 2000 years. During this time, the Arabs and Mongols managed to rule here, and up to the 19th century the city was part of various khanates until it was conquered by the Russian Empire. After 1991 it became the capital of independent Uzbekistan, which gave a new powerful impetus to cultural and industrial development.

In Tashkent tourists will see valuable monuments of the Middle Ages: complexes of Khazret Imam, Sheikhantaur, madrasah Kukeldash, as well as new mosques, not inferior in beauty to the ancient buildings – Minor and Khoja Ahrar Vali. In numerous museums, guests of the city will have an opportunity to get acquainted with the rich Uzbek culture and appreciate the contribution made by local masters to the world art.

Top-25 Tourist Attractions in Tashkent

Tashkent

 4.5/5

73 reviews

The Tashkent Metro began construction in the 1970s and was the very first transport system of its kind in Central Asia. Today, the metro is not only a convenient and fast means of transport, but also one of the city’s main attractions. National motifs are often present in the décor of the stations. In Soviet times, the Tashkent metro was considered one of the most picturesque in the entire Union.

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Mustakillik Square

 0/5

The square is located in the very centre of the city near the place where the palace of the Kokand khans was located until the middle of the 19th century. After the establishment of the Russian protectorate, the residence of the governor-general was built here. In Soviet times the square was renamed in honour of Lenin. In 1991, the monument to the leader of the proletariat was dismantled and the Independence Monument was erected in its place.

Amir Temur Square

 4.6/5

2328 reviews

The square was laid out in 1882 by order of the Governor-General of Turkestan M.G. Chernyaev. In its centre is a monument to Amir Temur (Tamerlane), an outstanding statesman of the XIV century who created a huge empire. Until 2009 there was a small park around the monument, but after the reconstruction it turned into a square with fountains and green lawns. Several interesting sights are concentrated in this place.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Hazrati Imam complex

 4.7/5

2237 reviews

A complex of religious buildings erected in honour of Hazrati Imam, one of the first Islamic preachers in Uzbekistan. It consists of a cathedral mosque, two madrassas, a mausoleum and another mosque Namazgoh. The buildings were erected at different times from XVI to XXI centuries. The oldest is the Barakkhan madrassah built in 1532, the newest is the Muslim temple built in 2007 on the initiative of President Karimov.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Shayhantaur Memorial Complex

 4.7/5

116 reviews

Architectural ensemble, which is one of the most important monuments of Uzbekistan. Sheikhantaur is a memorial complex dedicated to Sheikh Khovendi Takhur. It consists of the tomb of at-Tahur of the XIV century, another tomb of the XV century, where the remains of Kildirgach-biy rest, and other architectural monuments. Earlier there were several mosques here, but they were destroyed in the 20th century.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Kukeldash Madrasah

 4.6/5

439 reviews

A religious educational institution of the 16th century, which for many years served as a cultural and educational centre of the city. In the XVIII century it was used as a caravanserai, and in the XIX century – as a khan’s fortress. There is a legend that at that time infidel wives were thrown from the walls of Kukeldash in sacks and other public executions were carried out in the fortress. After restoration of the madrasah building in the XX century, it was returned to its original functions.

Open time

Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Minor Mosque

 4.8/5

2012 reviews

A new Muslim temple in 2013, built on the initiative of President I. Karimov. The building was erected in the traditional architectural style characteristic of Central Asia of the Bukhara Khanate era. The mosque has two high minarets and a sky-blue dome. The interior space is decorated in the manner of “naksh”. The prayer hall can accommodate 2,400 people, making it one of the largest in Uzbekistan.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Hoja Ahror Valiy Mosque

 4.8/5

285 reviews

Friday mosque of palace type, which was laid in the IX century in honour of the conquest of Tashkent. However, according to historical data, the first temple building was constructed only in the 15th century. During the following centuries, the structure suffered from natural disasters and destruction. As a result, after a long period of atheism, by 1997 the mosque lay in ruins. In 2003, a new building was erected in place of the historic building.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Holy Assumption Cathedral Church

 4.7/5

241 reviews

Orthodox church of the Russian Orthodox Church, built in 1878 at the expense of the Governor-General and members of the Christian community of Tashkent. From 1933 to 1945 the church was closed, but then it was handed over to the believers and re-consecrated. The building was reconstructed in the 1990s. During the works, the adjacent auditorium was improved and the church bell tower was rebuilt.

Open time

Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

The Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral

 4.6/5

229 reviews

A Catholic church in the Neo-Gothic style, designed by Polish master L. Panchakiewicz. Construction began in 1912, but after the October Revolution the work was stopped. The cathedral stood unfinished until 1970-80s, when it was recognised as an architectural monument. In the 1990s, the building was handed over to the Catholic parish and completely reconstructed.

Open time

Monday: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM, 3:30 – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM, 3:30 – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM, 3:30 – 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM, 3:30 – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM, 3:00 – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Museum of Applied Arts

 4.5/5

714 reviews

The history of the museum began in 1927 with the organisation of an exhibition of works by Uzbek masters. Gradually the number of exhibits grew and the collection needed a separate building. Thus, in 1937, the Museum of Handicrafts was established. Its collection consists of carpets, jewellery, textiles, national costumes, ceramics and other examples of folk craftsmanship, carefully preserved for posterity.

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Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Museum of Applied Arts

 4.5/5

714 reviews

The collection was founded in 1918. At first it consisted of works of art, furniture, crockery, sculpture and interior items confiscated from local aristocrats after the revolution. In the following years, the collection was regularly enriched from the holdings of other museums. Today, among other things, the gallery exhibits paintings by Russian and Western European artists from the 16th to 19th centuries.

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State Museum of the History of Uzbekistan

 4.1/5

496 reviews

The museum is considered one of the oldest and largest in Uzbekistan. It has more than 250,000 exhibits. The collection is devoted to the history of Uzbekistan from the Stone Age to the present day. The museum appeared thanks to the initiative of a group of scientists in 1876. In the early 20th century, it even took part in international exhibitions in Milan and Paris. In 1970, the collection moved to a modern building on Rashidov Avenue.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

State Museum of the Temurids

 4.5/5

1091 reviews

The exposition is dedicated to the period of Timur’s rule and the dynasty he founded. The museum was opened in 1996 thanks to President Karimov in honour of the 660th anniversary of Tamerlane’s birth. Its main exhibits are a copy of the Samarkand Kufic Quran (Usman’s Quran) and panels with scenes from the life of the famous warlord. Various archaeological finds are also exhibited in the museum.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Railway Museum

 4.4/5

229 reviews

The collection appeared in 1989 after the celebration of the 100th anniversary of the formation of the Central Asian railway. The exhibition created specially for the anniversary aroused such interest among visitors that it was decided to turn it into a permanent exhibition. This is how the whole museum appeared. The exposition is located in the open air. It includes steam locomotives, diesel locomotives, electric locomotives, wagons and repair equipment.

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Monday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Alisher Navoiy Theater

 4.7/5

492 reviews

A musical theatre named after the national poet Alisher Navoi. The stage opened in 1939 with the production of the Uzbek opera Buran. The building of the theatre was erected according to the project of architect A. V. Shchusev. People’s artists Kh. Boltaev, A. Khudaibergenov, U. Muradov and others took part in the decoration. The building is notable for the fact that each foyer has its own design, reflecting the peculiarities of different regions of Uzbekistan.

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The palace of Grand Duke Nicholas Constantinovich

 4.3/5

66 reviews

The building is located in the centre of Tashkent near Amir Temur Square. It was erected in the late 19th century in the Art Nouveau style, which was popular at that time. The architectural appearance of the palace is out of the usual urban landscape, as the Uzbek capital did not build structures in this style. The building was intended for Prince N. K. Romanov – the grandson of Nicholas I. His Grace was serving exile in Tashkent for stealing family jewellery.

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Memorial to the Victims of Repression in Tashkent

 4.7/5

669 reviews

A museum dedicated to a certain period of Uzbekistan’s history, when the country was under the protectorate of the Russian Empire and then under the Soviet Union. The exposition is divided into several sections that follow each other in chronological order. Much attention is paid to the topic of political and ethnic repressions that took place in the past. The museum was established in 2001.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Monument of Courage

 4.7/5

447 reviews

The monument was created in 1970 by sculptor D. Ryabichev in memory of the 1966 earthquake. This natural disaster left a deep trace in the history of the city, as the strong tremors left almost half of Tashkent’s residents homeless and destroyed many administrative buildings. The Courage Monument epitomises the calmness and resilience with which the residents met this devastating disaster.

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Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Tashkent Tower

 0/5

A television tower with a viewing platform. It is considered to be the second largest in Central Asia after the pipe of the Kazakh hydroelectric power station. The height of the tower is 375 metres. The structure was built in the period 1978-84, in 1985 it started working at full capacity. Inside at a height of 94 metres there is a circular observation deck for tourists, a few metres higher is the Koinot restaurant, which consists of two levels.

National Circus of Tashkent

 4.4/5

16 reviews

Since the late 19th century, travelling circus groups from the Russian Empire and European countries were constantly touring Tashkent. The first building of the circus-chapito was destroyed in 1966 as a result of an earthquake. Ten years later a new stage was erected. Today the Tashkent circus troupe tours all over the world. Moreover, thanks to their skills, many artists have become prize-winners at international competitions.

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Chorsu Bazaar

 4.4/5

6037 reviews

The market is considered to be one of the oldest not only in Uzbekistan but in the whole of Central Asia. It is located in the old part of Tashkent called “Eski Shakhar”. The bazaar became popular during the time of Tamerlane’s descendants, as it was an intermediate point on the Great Silk Road. Chorsu sells all kinds of goods: food, clothes, local handicrafts, household items and other things.

Open time

Monday: 5:00 AM – 8:15 PM
Tuesday: 5:00 AM – 8:15 PM
Wednesday: 5:00 AM – 8:15 PM
Thursday: 5:00 AM – 8:15 PM
Friday: 5:00 AM – 8:15 PM
Saturday: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday: 4:30 AM – 9:00 PM

National Park of Uzbekistan named after Alisher Navoi

 4.5/5

230 reviews

The park, named in honour of the national poet Alisher Navoi, opened in 1937 near Almazar Street. In addition to the standard attractions, there is a real railway track, where teenagers are employed as workers. There are many other attractions in the park: Abulkasym Madrasah, Alisher Navoi monument, concert hall, Oliy Majlis parliament building.

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Japanese Garden

 4.5/5

18562 reviews

A Japanese-style landscape park near the centre of Tashkent. It was created in 2001 specifically for a quiet holiday away from the hustle and bustle. There are ducks, swans, storks in the local ponds, and peacocks walk quietly along the alleys. The park is a popular place for wedding photo shoots. Another advantage of the Japanese Garden is that there are usually few people here, as the entrance to the territory is paid.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Charvak Reservoir

 4.7/5

314 reviews

An artificial reservoir that was created in the 1970s. It is located about 60 kilometres from Tashkent. Around the reservoir there are recreation areas, camps for children, hotels and boarding houses. Here you can sunbathe, swim, ride a jet ski or a boat. From the shores there is a magnificent view of the mountain peaks of Big and Small Chimgan. A convenient high-speed motorway leads from Tashkent to the reservoir.