Good to know
Good to Know
- Most museums accept cash (UZS) primarily; larger museums may accept cards but bring small bills.
- Many museums charge additional photography fees (typically 5,000-10,000 UZS), so ask before photographing.
- English-speaking guides available at major museums but should be arranged in advance, especially for smaller venues.
- Museum hours vary; verify opening times before visiting. Some close Mondays or have restricted hours.
- Children often receive reduced admission or free entry depending on age and museum policy; check at ticket counters.
- Tashkent's main tourist attractions cluster in 2-3 areas, making sightseeing efficient with minimal travel time.
- Respect religious sites by dressing appropriately; avoid disturbing religious ceremonies when visiting active places of worship.
- For a comprehensive museum experience, plan 1-2 hours per museum; some like State Museum of History can take longer.
Must See Sites
State Museum of History of Uzbekistan
- Admission
- UZS 40,000
- Nearby Transit
- Amir Timur Square area, accessible via metro
- Description
- Comprehensive museum covering 5000 years of Central Asian history, featuring over 250,000 artifacts including a Buddha statue from Termez and stone age artifacts.
Uzbekistan State Museum of Applied Art
- Admission
- UZS 40,000
- Practical Tips
- Photography fee typically 5,000-10,000 UZS additional; guided tours available for extra fee.
- Description
- Museum showcasing decorative arts including wood carving, ceramics, jewelry, gold weaving, and over 4000 exhibits spanning Uzbek artistic traditions.
Hazrati Imam Complex (Khast Imom)
- Admission
- Free to complex; some buildings may have modest fees
- Nearby Transit
- Old City area, accessible via metro
- Description
- Historic religious center featuring old and renovated mosques, madrassas and mausoleums dating back to the 16th century. Houses one of the world's oldest Quran manuscripts at the Hazrati Imam Library, UNESCO heritage site.
Holy Assumption Cathedral Church
- Admission
- UZS 0.00
- Practical Tips
- Photography is prohibited inside. Best visited early morning for beautiful light through stained-glass windows.
- Description
- Russian Orthodox cathedral featuring distinctive blue and gold exterior, classical architectural style combining Byzantine, Gothic and Baroque elements. Free admission.
Amir Timur Museum
- Location
- Amir Timur Square area
- Description
- Museum dedicated to Timurlane featuring paintings, objects related to the Uzbek hero, copies of the Koran, and small-scale models of important mosques.
Tashkent TV Tower
- Practical Tips
- Best visited on clear days for visibility; check weather before purchasing premium restaurant tickets.
- Description
- Prominent observation tower north of city center offering panoramic city views. Features a revolving restaurant above the observation deck.
Museum of Victims of Political Repression
- Hours
- Tuesday-Sunday, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Location
- Near Amir Temur Street Memorial Complex
- Description
- Dedicated to memory of victims from Soviet era, particularly 1930s purges and those who fought for Uzbekistan's independence.
Museum of Oriental Manuscripts and Miniatures
- Admission
- UZS 30,000
- Practical Tips
- Located in city center; affordable admission; staff provide room-by-room air conditioning for visitor comfort.
- Description
- Features Oriental miniature paintings, historical manuscripts, illustrations and works influenced by Persian culture.
Railway Museum
- Practical Tips
- Currently undergoing refurbishment; some trains closed for maintenance but still worth visiting.
- Description
- Open-air museum displaying magnificent collection of 1930s-1950s Soviet locomotives, allowing visitors to climb into train cabs.
Markets And Bazaars
Chorsu Bazaar
- Practical Tips
- Authentic local experience; architecture of domed structure worth visiting for its own sake.
- Description
- Largest market in Tashkent housed in distinctive giant domed structure. Traditional market selling meat, fruit, vegetables, honey, spices, textiles, baskets.
Architectural Highlights
Tashkent Metro Stations
- Admission
- UZS 1,700
- Practical Tips
- Flat fare system - one ticket covers travel to any station and transfers between lines while in network.
- Description
- Soviet-era metro system renowned for beautiful, artistic station designs. Each station features unique artistic themes with chandeliers, marble pillars, turquoise designs.
Notable Stations
- Kosmonavtlar (space-themed, most touristic)
- Beruniy (magnificent chandeliers)
- Tinchlik (marble pillars and crystal chandeliers)
- Gafur Gulom (turquoise pillars)
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