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Hotels, halal food, prayer spaces, things to do, and itineraries in Almaty.
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Must-see attractions in Almaty
From headline landmarks and heritage icons to parks, waterfronts, and major museums, discover 27 standout sights to build into your time in the city.
Almaty today is the largest city in Kazakhstan, with a current population of 1.3 million people. The city was initially called Alma-ata, from 1921 to 1993. It enjoyed the status of capital of the Kazakh ASSR (Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic) from 1929 onwards, and later the capital of Kazakhstan after the fall of Soviet Russia. The capital was shifted to the Kazakh city of Astana in 1998 to ease in administrative matters, but Almaty retains its position as the country’s financial and cultural center.
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Halal restaurants in Almaty
Almaty’s food scene is part of the city experience. Choose from 32 restaurants and food districts with location notes and planning tips.
almatyNaoro Bar, Restaurant & Private Room (European/Japanese)
Address: 17 Abaya Street, Almaty Phone: +7 727 291 1145 Timings: 12 pm to 12 am
almatyMamma Mia (Pizzeria)
Address: Gogolya 72, Almaty Phone: +7(727) 2733873 A totally mouthwatering selection of pizzas with irresistible toppings that will leave you craving for even more. The pasta and salad specials on the daily menu are also worth a try. The ambience is casual and cheerful, and service is quick and efficient.
almatyEuphoria (Eastern European)
Address: St.Satpaeva,Hyatt hotel, Almaty Phone: +7 727 226 1808 Certainly not the cheapest eatery around town – they charge you for entrance, for sitting, for batting an eyelid – ok, maybe not batting an eyelid, but everything here costs, and costs a lot! Ask before you order even a simple cocktail. Sometimes, you may be lucky enough to catch an international celebrity dining in here. Note – make reservations, as seats are always limited.
almatyYesik Restaurant (Local)
Address: located inside Hotel Alma-Ata, Panfilov Street, Almaty Phone: +7(727) 272 2035
almatyLine Brew (Grilled/Pub
Address: 187а Furmanov Street, corner of Abay Avenue, Almaty Phone: + 7(727) 250 7985 Timings: 12 pm to 12 am
almatyTemujin/Timujin Asian Restaurant (Chinese/Japanese/Mongolian)
Address: Dostyk Avenue 63, corner of Shevchenko Street, Almaty Phone: +7 (727) 2538000
Almaty masjids and Muslim travel
Landmark masjids and prayer-aware notes for visitors planning salah, family movement, and halal-friendly days.
Central Mosque Almaty
Address: Central Mosque, Medeu District, Almaty The large turquoise-blue dome visible from quite a distance beckons the faithful to prayer five times a day. As you get closer, you will begin to notice how refreshingly different the white marble mosque looks from all the grey Soviet-style architecture around the city. The 5 tall, blue-topped minarets, the calligraphy on the exterior facades, the slender archways, and the long, meandering path to the entrance flanked by grassy patches, will all captivate your senses before the richly carved stonework inside blows the remainder of your mind away.
Gorny Gigant Mosque
Gorny Gigant Micro District, Almaty, Kazakhstan
Talgar Mosque
Talgar Route, Talgar, Kazakhstan
Almaty Central Mosque
Address: Medeu District, Almaty
Where to stay in Almaty
Choose where to stay by trip style, from landmark luxury and family bases to central, airport, and neighborhood-led stays.
almatyAstana International Hotel
Address: 113 Baitursynov Street, Almaty Phone: +7 727 250 70 50 Located near the Presidential Palace in the Republic Square, this prestigious 3 star hotel prides itself in its service to guests, most of which are business travelers and delegates. Located in proximity to the business district of the city, the hotel provides ideal opportunities for exploring and interacting with the local market and clientele. A hair salon, gift shop/newsstand, snooker and a ten-pin bowling alley, and 24 hour foreign currency exchange facilities are present at the hotel. Pets are also accepted here. This humble place can be compared to the Intercontinental and the Hyatt Regency, as it provides excellent value for being just a bit overpriced.
almatyDostyk Hotel
Address: 36 Kurmangazy Street (Kunaev), Medeu, Almaty Phone: +7 3172 258 2270 +7 705 261 4333 +7 777 910 8547 Fax: +7 727 2724765 Email: [email protected] [email protected] Website: www.dostyk.kz
almatyHoliday Inn
Address: 2d Timiryazev Street, Almaty Phone: + 7 727 244 0255 Fax: + 7 727 244 0277 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/hi/1/en/hotel/ALAKZ/welcome?start=1
almatyHyatt Regency
Address: Akademik Satpaev Avenue 29/6, Almaty Phone: +7 727 250 1234 Fax: +7 727 250 8888
almatyIntercontinental Almaty
Address: 181 Zheltoksan Street, Almaty Phone: +7 727 2505000 Fax: + 7 727 2582100 Website: http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/intercontinental/en/gb/locations/almaty
History and today in Almaty
Read the city today, its history, residents, culture, and character before planning your route.
Fast Facts
Location:: Kazakhstan, Central Asia; Dialing code:: 00-7-727 *followed by desired number*; Emergency numbers:: Fire Brigade 01 Police 02 Ambulance 03 Gas Service 04
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Annual Temperatures
a- January; High: -2 C° (32 F°) Low -9.6 C° (15 F°) b- February; High: 1.4 C° (35 F°) Low -8.4 ° (17 F°) c- March
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Exchange Rates
The currency used is the Kazakhstan Tenge (KZT).
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Almaty Residents
A major portion of the population is Sunni Muslim. You will find people who are friendly to talk to, willing to help you out even if you are weak on the local language. English is usually not commonly understood, but the residents help you along if you use bodily sign language and creative sounds when expressing your opinion or asking for something. For example, in a street green grocery market, you may draw a fruit or vegetable shape in the air, or point to a similar looking object, or take a drawing along. The locals usually respond with a good sense of humor, and try to help as best as they can.
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Public Holidays
New Year Holidays - 1-2 January International Women’s Day - 8 March Nauryz Meiramy (Spring Festival Celebration) - 22 March Day of Unity of the Peoples of Kazakhstan - 1 May Victory Day - 9 May Constitution Day - 30 August Republic Day - 25 October Independence Day Celebrations- 16-17 December
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Visa Information
All foreign residents require a business or tourist visa to enter into Kazakhstan. To gain a visa before arrival, apply to the Kazakhstan foreign mission/embassy/consulate in your region.
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When To Go
Most probably, you will first hear the name Almaty if you have an international event to attend there, or if you randomly stumble upon it on a travel website. Almaty is not a very popular vacation destination, but its tourism industry is just beginning to blossom, and it has every reason to become one of the top leisure travel destinations in the next few years.
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Almaty Today
Almaty today is the largest city in Kazakhstan, with a current population of 1.3 million people. The city was initially called Alma-ata, from 1921 to 1993. It enjoyed the status of capital of the Kazakh ASSR (Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic) from 1929 onwards, and later the capital of Kazakhstan after the fall of Soviet Russia. The capital was shifted to the Kazakh city of Astana in 1998 to ease in administrative matters, but Almaty retains its position as the country’s financial and cultural center.
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Shopping in Almaty
Explore 17 shopping stops, from malls, markets, and book bazaars to fashion streets and souvenir finds.
almatySilk Way City Mall
Address: Tole Bi Street, corner of Nauryzbai Batyr Street, Almaty Phone: 2-7777-45 (Silk Way Group of Companies) Website: http://www.silkway.kz/vk136
almatySilk Way
Address: 70 Zhibek Zholy Avenue, corner of Kunaev Street, Almaty Phone: 2-7777-45 (Silk Way Group of Companies) Website: http://www.silkway.kz/vk445
almatyZangar -TsuM-
Address: 85 Zhibek Zholy, cornner of Abilai Khan Street, Almaty Phone: + 7 (272) 273 2951 Website: http://www.tsum.kz/ Timings: 10 am to 9 pm
almatyStolichny Supermarket
Address: Abylay Khan Avenue, corner of Kabanbai Batyr, Almaty Phone: + 7 (272) 266 2555
almatyRamstore
Addresses: 226 Furmanov, Almaty, Timiryazev Street, near Atakent Expo Centre, Almaty
Signature sights in Almaty
A curated pick of the city's standout sights, led by the strongest editorial recommendations.
Festivals and events in Almaty
Plan around 3 festival seasons, public events, Ramadan/Eid periods, book fairs, art cycles, and winter food activity.
almatyInternational Almaty Jazz Holiday
Venue: Republic Schoolchildren Palace, Almaty.Contact: Director of the Youth Jazz Center Tagir Zaripov: +7-777-255-70-29 PR-Manager Karlygash Makatova: +7-701-755-2086 Website: http://www.jazz.kz
almatyInternational Art Festival
Venue: Tenry-Umay Art Gallery, Lermontov Academic Drama Theatre, Almaty. Tengri-Umay, one of the city’s major art galleries, holds regular exhibitions of artwork from time to time and is a very happening place all year round for students, intellectuals, and the creators, collectors, and admirers of art. The items on display are usually also up for sale, and range from local to international tastes in culture, history, and just about any random expressionist art piece. The gallery also holds cultural events, concerts, programs for children, and, every couple of years, the popular “International Art Festival”.
almatyKazakhstan Open
Venue: Zhailjau Golf Resort, 188 Miras District, Almaty. Contact: Phone: +7 727 277 76 21 Email: [email protected]
Almaty tours and experiences
Heritage walks, food crawls, coastal trips, museum circuits, family days, and guided ideas for an easier day out.
almatyThe Kazakhstan Tourist Association
Address: 71 Shevchenko Street, corner of Jeltoksan Street, Almaty Phone/Fax: + 7 (727) 279 51 13, 279 39 48, 279 49 66 Email:, [email protected]
almatyAdvantour
Address: Oxiana TOO, 28/A Begalin Street, Almaty Phone: +7 727 317 7927 +7 727 291 2270 Fax: +7 727 295 4466 Email: [email protected] Prices: depends on travel package, time of year, and type of accommodation chosen
almatyAlma Travel Agency
Address: Office 44, 131 Ablai Khan Avenue, Almaty Phone: +7 3272 72 48 40 Fax: +7 3272 72 46 23 Email: [email protected] Website:
almatyKazTourism
Address: Hotel Kazakhstan, 52 Dostyk Avenue, Almaty Phone: +7 727 296 0481 +7 727 291 9416 Fax: +7 727 2919963 Email: [email protected], [email protected] Website:
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