Tashkent Walking & Food Tour: Highlights + Local Flavors

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Amir Temur Square

  Duration: 20–30 minutes Listen to stories about Amir Timur (Tamerlane), his empire, and how he became a national symbol. Take photos with the equestrian statue of Timur and the grand Hotel Uzbekistan in the background. Learn how this square has changed from Tsarist to Soviet to Independent Uzbekistan times.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• Sailgokh Street (Pass by)

  Stroll down this vibrant, shaded boulevard — the heartbeat of modern Tashkent. Along the way, you’ll encounter stylish cafés, designer boutiques, and elegant fountains that create the perfect backdrop for soaking in city life. The easygoing atmosphere invites you to feel the city’s dynamic rhythm, perhaps pausing to explore handmade crafts or catch a live street performance if you’re lucky.

  Admission ticket free
• 2
  Independence Square (Mustakillik Square)

  Duration: 25–30 minutes Walk through the Arch of Independence decorated with storks—symbols of peace. See the Monument to the Independence of Uzbekistan and the Eternal Flame for fallen soldiers. Learn about modern Uzbekistan's independence in 1991 and national pride.

  25 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 3
  Tashkent Metro

  Ride between a few of the city’s most artistic metro stations (e.g., Alisher Navoi, Kosmonavtlar). Learn about the Soviet influence on design and recent modernization. Take impressive underground photos (photography is now allowed!).

  20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 4
  Ensemble Hazrati Imam

  Duration: 30–40 minutes Visit the Barak Khan Madrasa, Tillya Sheikh Mosque, and Muyi Muborak Library. See the Uthman Quran, the world’s oldest known Quran manuscript. Learn about Islamic learning traditions in Central Asia. Explore the peaceful courtyard and take traditional architectural photos.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5
  Barakhan Madrasah

  A 16th-century theological school with intricately designed facades.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6
  Tillya Sheikh Mosque

  The Tillya Sheikh Mosque stands as a beacon of Islamic tradition and a symbol of the Tashkent’s historical grandeur.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 7
  Muyi Muborak Madrasah (Moyie Mubarek Library Museum)

  A treasure trove of ancient manuscripts. Famous for housing the Uthman Quran, the oldest known Quran in the world.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 8
  Chorsu Bazaar Tashkent

  Duration: 30–40 minutes Wander through colourful stalls of spices, dried fruits, sweets, bread, and crafts. Watch traditional bread-making and interact with friendly local vendors. Taste optional local snacks (at your own expense). Learn how this bazaar has served Tashkent for centuries.

  40 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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