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Attractions in Tashkent City

Tashkent City Attractions Guide 2026

Discover the must-see attractions and hidden gems in Tashkent City.

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The short answer: start with Chorsu Bazaar, Khast Imam Complex (Hazrati Imam) and Kukeldash Madrasa. This guide profiles 18+ attractions in Tashkent City, with prices, timing, and the practical notes that decide whether each one earns a place in your plan.

Tashkent City is Uzbekistan's capital and largest city, a sprawling Silk Road crossroads of old-town madrasas, a vast blue-domed bazaar, Soviet-era monuments and a fast-changing modern centre.

Top attractions

The most popular and significant attractions in Tashkent City.

  1. 1

    Chorsu Bazaar

    marketFree entry1.5–2 hours

    Tashkent's biggest and most atmospheric market, built under a huge blue dome. Pyramids of dried fruit, nuts and spices, fresh non (bread), meat halls and a ring of stalls selling everything from knives to textiles.

    Tip: Arrive before 11:00 for the best produce and thinner crowds. · Carry small notes in Uzbek som; many stalls do not take cards. · Ask before photographing vendors and their goods. · Bargain politely at non-food stalls; food prices are generally fixed. · Keep bags zipped and in front in the busy passages. · Take the metro to Chorsu station to avoid traffic around the market.
  2. 2

    Khast Imam Complex (Hazrati Imam)

    religious/historicCourtyards free; museum ticket roughly 30,000–50,000 UZS (~$2.5–4.2)1.5–2 hours

    The spiritual heart of Tashkent: a square holding the 19th-century Tilla Sheikh Mosque, the Barak Khan Madrasa, the Kaffal Shashi Mausoleum and the Muyi Muborak Library Museum, home of the 7th-century Uthman Quran.

    Tip: Visit early morning or late afternoon for the best light and fewer groups. · Dress modestly; shoulders and knees should be covered. · Avoid entering the mosque around Friday noon prayers. · Combine with Chorsu Bazaar and Kukeldash Madrasa in one half-day. · Use a ride-hailing app for the 8 to 10 minute trip from Chorsu.
  3. 3

    Kukeldash Madrasa

    historicExterior free; interior access varies30 minutes

    A 16th-century Shaybanid madrasa on a hill above Chorsu. Next to the bazaar, it makes a quick stop and a good Old City skyline view.

    Tip: Combine with Chorsu Bazaar; it is a five-minute walk away. · Visit in late afternoon for warm light on the brickwork. · Check at the entrance whether the interior courtyard is open. · Allow only about 30 minutes; it is a short stop. · Cross Navoi Street carefully, as traffic is heavy.
  4. 4

    Barak Khan Madrasa

    historicFree entry; shop prices vary30–45 minutes

    A 16th-century madrasa founded by Navruz Ahmed Khan (Barak Khan) with a tiled facade. Its former student cells sell paper, ceramics, instruments and calligraphy.

    Tip: Visit in the morning when the courtyard is quiet. · Dress modestly; this is an active religious complex. · Negotiate politely on larger craft purchases. · Carry small notes in Uzbek som for shop purchases. · Combine with the Tilla Sheikh Mosque and library museum next door.
  5. 5

    Muyi Muborak Library Museum

    museumAbout 30,000–50,000 UZS (~$2.5–4.2)45 minutes

    Houses the Uthman Quran (Mushaf of Uthman), one of the oldest Qurans in the world, plus a collection of manuscripts and religious artefacts.

    Tip: Visit on a weekday morning to avoid tour groups. · Verify posted opening hours at the door. · Ask staff before taking photographs of the Quran. · Dress modestly with covered shoulders and knees. · Keep a few small notes for the ticket desk.
  6. 6

    Amir Timur Square

    landmarkFree30–45 minutes

    The central public square dominated by an equestrian statue of Amir Timur (Tamerlane), with Hotel Uzbekistan and the Amir Timur Museum a short walk away.

    Tip: Come at dusk for lighting and local atmosphere. · Use Amir Temur Xiyoboni metro station, right at the square. · Bring a hat or sunscreen in summer; shade is limited. · Walk two minutes to Sayilgoh Street afterward for a cafe stop. · Be cautious crossing the busy avenues.
  7. 7

    Independence Square and Ezgulik Arch

    landmarkFree45 minutes

    The main ceremonial square with the Monument of Independence (a globe held aloft), the Ezgulik (Humanism) arch, fountains and a parade ground.

    Tip: Visit in the morning or evening to avoid heat. · Check whether areas are fenced during official events. · Use Mustaqillik Maydoni metro station for direct access. · Photograph the globe from the arch side for the best framing. · Combine with the State Museum of History nearby.
  8. 8

    Tashkent TV Tower

    viewpointObservation deck roughly 60,000–100,000 UZS (~$5–8.3)1–1.5 hours

    A 375 m communications tower (1985) with an observation deck and restaurant; the best panorama over Tashkent's tree-lined grid.

    Tip: Go on a clear day, an hour before sunset. · Check weather before buying a ticket; haze limits visibility. · Arrive early on weekends to avoid queues. · Shoot at an angle to the glass to cut reflections. · Use a ride-hailing app for the return trip.
  9. 9

    Museum of Applied Arts

    museumAbout 40,000–60,000 UZS (~$3.3–5)1–1.5 hours

    Housed in a lavish early 20th-century mansion built for the diplomat Alexander Polovtsev; displays suzani embroidery, ceramics, carved wood and jewellery from every region of Uzbekistan.

    Tip: Visit at midday for good natural light in the decorated rooms. · Ask at the desk about photography fees. · Check seasonal hours; the museum closes on Sundays. · Allow time for the museum shop. · Walk from Kosmonavtlar metro or take a short taxi.
  10. 10

    State Museum of History of Uzbekistan

    museumAbout 40,000–60,000 UZS (~$3.3–5)1.5 hours

    The country's main historical museum, covering ancient Bactria and Sogdiana, Buddhist artefacts, the Timurid period and Russian rule.

    Tip: Go on a weekday morning for the quietest rooms. · Remember the museum is closed on Mondays. · Consider a local guide, as labels can be brief. · Verify hours before going, as they change seasonally. · Visit before travelling to Samarkand and Bukhara for historical context.

Attractions by category

Explore by your interests.

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Hidden gems

Off-the-beaten-path attractions worth seeking out.

Hidden gem

Kosmonavtlar Metro Station

Space-themed tiled metro hall.

Where: Sharof Rashidov Avenue

Hidden gem

Alay (Oloy) Bazaar

Local covered market near the centre.

Where: Alay Street, Yunusobod

Practical information

What you need to know before you go.

Hours
Most museums open about 09:00–10:00 and close 17:00; many close on Monday. Bazaars open about 06:00–07:00.
Fees
Museums typically 30,000–60,000 UZS (~$2.50–5); the TV Tower deck about 60,000–100,000 UZS (~$5–8); metro 2,500 UZS (~$0.21).
Best Times
April–May and September–October; start old-town sights early to avoid midday heat.
Booking
Most sights sell tickets at the door; book the Navoi Theatre via the box office and the Afrosiyob train via eticket.railway.uz.

Tips for visiting attractions

Make the most of your sightseeing time.

Tip

Combine Chorsu Bazaar, Kukeldash Madrasa and Khast Imam in one morning (about 4 hours).

Tip

Dress modestly (cover shoulders and knees) at the Khast Imam mosques.

Tip

Bring cash in som for small museums and markets.

Tip

The metro is the cheapest way between the centre and Chorsu; photography is allowed.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top things to see in Tashkent?

Chorsu Bazaar, the Khast Imam Complex, Amir Timur Square, Independence Square, the Museum of Applied Arts and the Soviet-era metro stations.

Which museums are worth the time?

The Museum of Applied Arts and the State Museum of History are the best picks, each taking about 1–1.5 hours.