Question 1

Is Tashkent worth visiting?

Accepted Answer

Yes, especially as your entry point to Uzbekistan. It's the greenest city in Central Asia, with museum-like metro stations, the massive blue-domed Chorsu Bazaar, and the world's oldest Quran at the Hazrati Imam Complex. It's a very different flavour from Samarkand and Bukhara, more Soviet-modern than Silk Road.

Question 2

How many days do you need in Tashkent?

Accepted Answer

2 to 3 days is the sweet spot. Day one covers Chorsu Bazaar and a proper plov lunch, day two the Hazrati Imam Complex and a metro-hopping tour, and a third day adds the Museum of Applied Arts and Independence Square before you catch the high-speed train onward.

Question 3

How expensive is Tashkent?

Accepted Answer

It's very budget-friendly. Daily costs run from about $38 on a backpacker budget to $175 if you stay somewhere like the Hyatt, with guesthouses from $20, hearty meals from $10 a day, and transport at $3 to $10. A huge plate of plov at Besh Qozon is around $4, and a metro ride costs roughly $0.15.

Question 4

When is the best time to visit Tashkent?

Accepted Answer

March to June and September to October are ideal, with warm days and cool evenings. July and August get seriously hot, so if you must travel then, sightsee early and copy the locals with a long lunch. Pack light layers, since desert nights cool down fast even in spring.

Question 5

Is the Tashkent metro really worth touring?

Accepted Answer

It's one of our favourite things in the city. Every station is designed like an art gallery, with the space-themed Kosmonavtlar station the star, and at about $0.15 a ride it may be the cheapest sightseeing on earth. Go mid-day to avoid rush hour and take your time; photography is now allowed.

Question 6

Do you need a visa for Uzbekistan?

Accepted Answer

EU, UK, and US passport holders currently enter visa-free, while many other nationalities need an e-visa that costs around $20 and is issued online. Always check the current rules for your passport before booking. Keep your hotel registration slips, as you may be asked for them on departure.

Tashkent

Destination Overview

Top Things to Do

Chorsu Bazaar

Hazrati Imam Complex

Tashkent Metro Tour

Where to Stay

Jahongir B&B

Lotte City Hotel Tashkent Palace

Hyatt Regency Tashkent

Sample 3-Day Itinerary

Market & Tradition

Spirituality & Art

History & Parks

How to Get There

Getting Around

Daily Budget

Where to Eat

Besh Qozon

Navat

What to Pack

Essential Tips

Top Photo Spots

Tashkent FAQ

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