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Kazakhstan

Almaty / Mountains and Apples, Endless Adventures

MeowScore 😸84/100
What is MeowScore?
🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😻
🌳 Parks and greenery 😻
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

May

Ideal balance of warm weather and stunning mountain views.

⛷️️
january

Visit for winter sports and ice-skating in Medeu (Almaty Mountain Ski Resort).

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february

Explore the cultural and historical museum exhibits.

🌷
march

See the early blossoming tulips in the city parks and gardens.

🎉
april

Experience the traditional Kazakh New Year celebrations (Nauryz).

🏞️
may

Hike in the stunning Zailiysky Alatau mountains as the weather warms up.

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june

Enjoy the warm temperatures and attend the annual Almaty Wine Festival.

🌊
july

Escape the summer heat by visiting the nearby Big Almaty Lake.

🐎
august

Experience the traditional Kazakh horse racing event at the Kokpar championship.

🎥
september

Attend the popular Almaty International Film Festival.

🍂
october

Take in the beautiful autumn foliage of the parks and mountains.

🏂
november

Ski season opens at the city's mountain resorts.

🎆
december

Experience the lively atmosphere of the New Year countdown and fireworks celebrations.

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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Almaty can be moderately expensive for tourists, with prices similar to those in other major cities in the region. However, there are still opportunities to find good deals on food, accommodations, and souvenirs.

Check out local markets for great deals on fresh produce and Kazakh handicrafts. Use public transportation to save on taxi fares.

Usual visit duration

3-5 days

to explore city and nearby mountains

Usual visit duration

3-5 days

to explore city and nearby mountains

Almaty is a popular destination for hiking and skiing.

Tipping

0-10%

Tipping is not expected but appreciated.

Tipping

0-10%

Tipping is not expected but appreciated.

Credit card accepted but cash preferred. Splitting the bill is possible. No strict etiquette norm.

internet situation

good Speed

Decent but not very fast speeds

great Availability

Widely available but may have occasional disruptions

great Cellular

Good network coverage with multiple providers

Electric socket type C

Common in Europe, South America, and Asia. Non-grounded, 2-pin plug, accepts Type C & Type E&F (non-grounded variant).

KZT

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biking hostile

Lack of infrastructure

walkable -ish

Good public spaces

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative society

Almaty? It's purr-fect for feline adventurers! Stroll along the streets with your paws, feeling the cool breeze brushing through your whiskers.

Scratch your claws on the ancient Silk Road and satisfy your feline curiosity at the aromatic Green Bazaar. Cat-tinually indulge in Almaty's meow-vellous charm.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Zenkov Cathedral
🐾
Parks of the First President
🌇
Kok Tobe Hill
🗼
Almaty Tower
🌳
Central Park

The mainstream

🕍
Zenkov Cathedral

This beautiful wooden Orthodox cathedral is a must-see attraction in Almaty. Stop by for a moment of quiet contemplation, and maybe a cat-nap.

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🐾
Parks of the First President

A beautiful park featuring a lake, waterfalls, and sculptures of cats! It's the perfect place to relax and enjoy a sunny day.

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🌇
Kok Tobe Hill

Take the cable car to the top of this hill for an amazing sunset view of Almaty, and enjoy a cat-scratch massage from the friendly local monkeys!

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🗼
Almaty Tower

The tallest TV tower in the world boasts panoramic views of the city from 371 meters high. A purr-fect spot for a selfies!

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🌳
Central Park

A lush oasis in the middle of the city, perfect for cats to stretch their paws and enjoy a picnic. Don't miss the stunning fountains!

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Off the beaten path

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Central State Museum of Kazakhstan
🌄
Kok-Tobe Tower
⛷️
Chimbulak Ski Resort
🎭
Abay Opera House
🏰
Zenkov Cathedral

Off the beaten path

🏛️
Central State Museum of Kazakhstan

A treasure trove of fascinating exhibits and artifacts that will take curious cats on a journey through Kazakhstan's rich history and culture.

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🌄
Kok-Tobe Tower

A towering observation deck with panoramic views that offers a serene escape from the bustling city and a great spot for adventurous cats to admire the view.

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⛷️
Chimbulak Ski Resort

A winter wonderland with snowy slopes for playful cats and breathtaking views over the city that are sure to take their breath away.

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🎭
Abay Opera House

A gorgeous building featuring traditional Kazakh patterns and a magical interior that will whisk cats off their paws and into a fairy tale world.

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🏰
Zenkov Cathedral

One of the few wooden tsarist-era cathedrals in the world, with stunning colorful onion domes that will leave curious cats mystified.

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biking hostile

Lack of infrastructure

walkable -ish

Good public spaces

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative society

Mindful meoweler tips

Enjoy the Traditional Russian Banya Experience

Take a steamy and purrfect break at a traditional hot spa, where cats can enjoy the heat, relax and unwind like royalty.

Visit the Central State Museum of Kazakhstan

Unleash your inner cat-tivist and learn about the local history and culture through fascinating exhibits and artifacts.

Meet Adorable Kazakh Cat Breeds

Discover the unique and furry feline friends that are native to Kazakhstan, including the elegant Kazakh cat, and the strikingly beautiful Kazakh Angora.

Useful external sites

www.visitkazakhstan.kz/en

Visit Kazakhstan↗

The official tourism website of Kazakhstan providing information on attractions, events, accommodations, and more.

centralasiaguidebook.com

Central Asia Guidebook↗

An online guidebook to Central Asia, featuring various travel resources, including Almaty.

almatyexpat.com

Expat Almaty↗

A website providing practical information for expats living in Almaty, but also helpful for travelers, with tips on where to eat, shop, and visit.

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