Itinerary Tashkent

April is a wonderful time to visit Tashkent: the weather is mild (average 18°C), flowers are in bloom, and the city’s parks look their best. Expect pleasant walking conditions and lively markets.

💰 Budget overview

Category	Amount
✈️ Transport	1,080 $
🏨 Accommodations	510 $
🧳 Gear	30 $
🗺️ On-site	300 $
Total	1,920 $

🗺️ Activities & landmarks

🇺🇿 Tashkent - 3 days

☀️ Daytime

• [ ] 🛕 Khast-Imam Complex ⭐⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Spiritual heart of Tashkent—home to the world-famous Uthman Quran, stunning madrassahs and mosques. Modest dress required.

• [ ] 🏛️ Amir Timur Square & Museum ⭐⭐⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Iconic statue, grand fountains, and a modern museum chronicling Timur’s empire. Great intro to Uzbek history.

• [ ] 🏙️ Chorsu Bazaar ⭐⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Iconic blue-domed market bustling with spice and handicrafts traders. Haggle for dried fruits and spices.

• [ ] 🏛️ State Museum of History of Uzbekistan ⭐⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Archaeological treasures, Silk Road-era artifacts—comprehensive overview for history buffs.

• [ ] 🌳 Alisher Navoi National Park ⭐⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Largest green space; breathtaking spring blooms. Locals picnic here.

• [ ] 🎨 Uzbekistan Museum of Applied Arts ⭐⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Ornate former mansion with ceramics, textiles, and wood carvings.

• [ ] 🏛️ Independence Square ⭐⭐ (~1h)

  • Gigantic public square with monuments and fountains, symbol of Uzbek national pride.

• [ ] 🏛️ Tashkent TV Tower ⭐⭐ (~1h)

  • Observation deck with panoramic views of the city and surrounding mountains. Entry fee applies.

• [ ] 🏛️ Courage Monument ⭐ (~30min)

  • Thought-provoking memorial to the 1966 earthquake that reshaped the city.

• [ ] 🌳 Japanese Garden ⭐ (~1h)

  • Tranquil, manicured gardens; perfect for a meditative stroll.

• [ ] 🛕 Sheikhantaur Mausoleum ⭐ (~1h)

  • Medieval Sufi mausoleum complex; intricate tilework and quiet atmosphere.

• [ ] 🏛️ Museum of Victims of Political Repression ⭐⭐ (~1h)

  • Insightful, sobering exhibits about Soviet-era history.

• [ ] 🎨 Ilkhom Theatre ⭐⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Modern art and drama; check for English-friendly performances.

• [ ] 🏙️ Old City (Eski Shahar) exploration ⭐⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Wander traditional mahallas, discover hidden mosques and artisan workshops.

🌙 Evening & night

• [ ] 🍸 1000 & 1 Nights Chaikhana ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Elegant teahouse and restaurant—silk pillows, folk music, and ambiance.

• [ ] 🍸 Uzbekistan National Opera & Ballet Theatre ⭐⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Gilded Stalin-era theatre. Classics, Uzbek ballet. Book ahead for tickets.

• [ ] 🍸 Caravan Art Café ⭐ (~2h)

  • Bohemian spot for tea or wine with live jazz.

🍽️ Must-try food spots

• [ ] 🍜 Chorsu Bazaar Street Food ⭐⭐⭐

  • Plov, kebabs, samsa straight from traditional stalls (~6–10 $/meal).

• [ ] 🍜 Afsona Restaurant ⭐⭐⭐

  • Stylish modern Uzbek cuisine; noted for lamb plov and shurpa (~20–30 $).

• [ ] 🍜 National Food Restaurant ⭐⭐

  • Tiled halls, classical dishes, local wine (~15–20 $).

🔁 Optional if time permits

• [ ] 🏙️ Tashkent Metro Art Tour (~1.5h)

  • Soviet-era sculptures, mosaics, and chandeliers in ornate metro stations.

• [ ] 🏙️ Broadway (Sailgokh) Street (~1h)

  • Outdoor cafés, artists’ stalls, street life.

• [ ] 🏛️ Art Gallery of Uzbekistan (~1h)

  • Modern and classical Uzbek visual art.

🎬 Films & series to watch

🇺🇿 Tashkent

• [ ] 🎬 Tashkent is a City of Bread (1968) — ⭐ 7.3 — Soviet-era tale about war and survival in Tashkent — YouTube
• [ ] 🎬 The Seventh Bullet (1972) — ⭐ 7.0 — Red Army action in post-revolution Uzbekistan — YouTube
• [ ] 📺 Uzbekistan: The Heart of Central Asia (2020) — ⭐ 8.3 — Travelogue exploring culture & history — Amazon Prime

🍜 Local specialties

🇺🇿 Tashkent

• [ ] Plov (Uzbek pilaf; signature rice, meat & carrot dish)
• [ ] Shurpa (rich lamb & vegetable soup)
• [ ] Samsa (tandoor-baked savory pastries)
• [ ] Lagman (hand-pulled noodle stew)
• [ ] Chuchvara (Uzbek dumplings)

📍 Maps - places to pin

🇺🇿 Tashkent

1. 🌤️ Khast-Imam Complex
2. 🌙 Uzbekistan National Opera & Ballet Theatre
3. 🛍️ Chorsu Bazaar
4. 🏨 Hyatt Regency Tashkent
5. 🍽️ Afsona Restaurant

✈️ Transport to book

• [ ] ✈️ London → Tashkent
• [ ] ✈️ Tashkent → London

🏨 Accommodations

City	Nights	Accommodation	Price
Tashkent	3	Hyatt Regency Tashkent	510 $
Total	3		510 $