Tashkent Uzbekistan 6 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival and Exploring the City

  • Morning: Arrive at Tashkent International Airport
    • Transportation: Take a taxi or use public transportation (marshrutka) from the airport to your hotel
  • Afternoon: Check-in at the Hotel Uzbekistan or Hotel Strana Otechestva (both 4-star hotels with great location and amenities)
  • Places to Visit:
    • Independence Square (Mustaqillik Maydoni): a beautiful square surrounded by important government buildings
    • Museum of History of Uzbekistan: a museum showcasing the country’s rich history and cultural heritage
  • Where to Eat: Try traditional Uzbek cuisine at Restaurant Tashkent or Café Shams
  • Things to Know:
    • Be prepared for crowds and lines at popular tourist spots
    • Don’t drink tap water; stick to bottled or filtered water
    • Respect local customs, especially when visiting mosques or other sacred sites

Day 2: Historic Tashkent

  • Morning: Visit the Khast Imam Complex (a historic site featuring a beautiful mosque and a museum)
    • Transportation: Take a taxi or walk from your hotel to the complex
  • Afternoon: Explore the Old City (Chor-Su Bazaar): a bustling market filled with food, souvenirs, and local goods
    • Be prepared for crowds and vendors trying to sell you things
  • Places to Visit:
    • Museum of Applied Arts: a museum featuring Uzbek crafts and art
    • The Chorsu Bazaar: a historic market with a beautiful view of the city
  • Where to Eat: Try some traditional street food at Food Stall 14 or Kebab House
  • Things to Know:
    • Be mindful of your belongings, especially in crowded areas
    • Don’t be afraid to try new foods and drinks

Day 3: Modern Tashkent

  • Morning: Visit the National Library of Uzbekistan (a beautiful building with a stunning view)
    • Transportation: Take a taxi or walk from your hotel to the library
  • Afternoon: Explore the modern city:
    • Visit the Tashkent Tower (a 375-meter-tall TV tower with great views of the city)
    • Check out the trendy shopping centers, such as the Tashkent Mall
  • Places to Visit:
    • The Monument of Courage: a monument dedicated to those who fought against Soviet rule
    • The Museum of Modern Uzbek Art: a museum featuring modern and contemporary art
  • Where to Eat: Try some international cuisine at Restaurant Tokyo or Café Paris
  • Things to Know:
    • Be prepared for crowds and lines at popular tourist spots
    • Don’t drink tap water; stick to bottled or filtered water

Day 4: Day Trip to Chimgan Mountains

  • Morning: Take a day trip to the Chimgan Mountains (about an hour outside of Tashkent)
    • Transportation: Take a taxi or use public transportation from your hotel
  • Places to Visit:
    • The Chimgan Mountains: a beautiful mountain range with great hiking trails and scenic views
    • The Charvaq Nature Reserve: a nature reserve featuring rare plants and animals
  • Where to Eat: Try some traditional Uzbek cuisine at Restaurant Chimgan
  • Things to Know:
    • Be prepared for crowds and lines at popular tourist spots
    • Don’t drink tap water; stick to bottled or filtered water

Day 5: Historic Khiva

  • Morning: Visit the historic city of Khiva (about a 4-hour drive from Tashkent)
    • Transportation: Take a taxi or use public transportation from your hotel
  • Places to Visit:
    • The Ichon-Qala: a beautiful palace complex featuring stunning architecture and art
    • The Juma Mosque: a historic mosque with a beautiful interior
  • Where to Eat: Try some traditional Uzbek cuisine at Restaurant Khiva
  • Things to Know:
    • Be prepared for crowds and lines at popular tourist spots
    • Don’t drink tap water; stick to bottled or filtered water

Day 6: Departure

  • Morning: Return to Tashkent International Airport
    • Transportation: Take a taxi or use public transportation from your hotel to the airport
  • Things to Know:
    • Be prepared for crowds and lines at popular tourist spots
    • Don’t drink tap water; stick to bottled or filtered water