Meoweler
Kazakhstan

Nur-Sultan / Boldly Nomadic, Effortlessly Modern

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

June

Mild climate and music festivals.

❄️
january

Experience the winter wonderland with ice-skating and skiing!

🎉
february

Attend winter festivals and witness the beauty of snowfall.

🌸
march

Celebrate Nauryz (Spring Equinox) with traditional Kazakh festivities!

🌷
april

Enjoy the botanical gardens and visit the famous Tulip Festival!

🎖️
may

Take part in the Victory Day Parade and witness the Victory Flame ceremony.

🎶
june

Experience the vibrant nightlife and attend music festivals.

🐟
july

Beat the heat in the indoor entertainment centers and aquariums.

🌳
august

Explore the beautiful parks and escape the city's hustle and bustle.

🎉
september

Celebrate the day of the city and attend cultural events.

🍁
october

Witness the beauty of autumn and visit the Astana Opera House.

⛷️
november

Experience the snow cover and take part in winter sports.

🎄
december

Visit the Winter Village and enjoy the festive season.

⚖️

Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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The economical/shopping situation in Nur-Sultan is moderately affordable, with prices being similar to other major cities in the region. Tourists can find both high-end shopping and budget-friendly options.

Visit the Green Bazaar for affordable shopping and try bargaining for lower prices. Look for local restaurants for cheaper meal options.

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

Business travel

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

Business travel

Short stay due to business meetings and conferences.

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture in Kazakhstan

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture in Kazakhstan

Most restaurants and shops accept cash, but credit cards are becoming more common. Splitting the bill is not always possible.

internet situation

good Speed

Decent speeds but could be better

great Availability

Internet access is widely available

great Cellular

Good coverage throughout the city

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

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Good infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative society

Discover a paw-some furr-adise where architectural marvels and endless fish-tivities await every curious cat's wide-eyed whiskers.

Stretch your paws and bask under Nur-Sultan's endless sunpuddles, as you explore a city that will make your fur bristle with excitement.

Things to do

The mainstream

📰
National Museum of Kazakhstan
🐯
Hazrat Sultan Mosque
🎧
Astana Opera House
🐈
Khan Shatyr
🏞
Bayterek Tower

The mainstream

📰
National Museum of Kazakhstan

A modern museum showcasing the country's history and culture with interactive exhibits. Cat's quest for knowledge!

Google Maps
🐯
Hazrat Sultan Mosque

A magnificent turquoise and gold mosque with grand interiors and peaceful courtyards. Cat's purrfect place to relax!

Google Maps
🎧
Astana Opera House

A grand and elegant building putting on ballet and opera performances. Cat's cultured paw!

Google Maps
🐈
Khan Shatyr

A giant transparent tent-shaped mall with an indoor beach and mini-golf course. Cat's curiosity!

Google Maps
🏞
Bayterek Tower

The iconic observation tower of Nur-Sultan offering stunning views of the city. Cat's meow!

Google Maps

Off the beaten path

🕌
Nur-Astana Mosque
🗼
Bayterek Tower
🎪
Khan Shatyr
🏟️
Kazhimukan Munaitpasov Stadium
🕌
Hazrat Sultan Mosque

Off the beaten path

🕌
Nur-Astana Mosque

A stunning blue and white mosque that's a quiet and peaceful place to relax. 🙏

Google Maps
🗼
Bayterek Tower

The tallest building in Nur-Sultan, offering incredible views of the city.😼

Google Maps
🎪
Khan Shatyr

A shopping mall designed to look like a yurt. It's a unique building that's definitely worth a visit! 🛍️

Google Maps
🏟️
Kazhimukan Munaitpasov Stadium

A huge stadium with an amazing atmosphere. It's the perfect place for all sports-loving cats. 🐾

Google Maps
🕌
Hazrat Sultan Mosque

A beautiful mosque, a must-visit for anyone interested in architecture and culture. 😻

Google Maps

biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Good infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative society

Mindful meoweler tips

Nur-Sultan was renamed from Astana in 2019

Learn about the significance of this change and the city's transformation into Kazakhstan's capital

The Kazakh language is written in the Cyrillic alphabet

Brush up on some basic phrases and the 42-letter Kazakh alphabet before your trip

Kazakhstan is a landlocked country

Take a trip to the nearby Burabay National Park to appreciate the country's natural beauty

Hospitality is highly valued in Kazakh culture

Expect warm welcomes and traditional food when visiting local homes

Traditional Kazakh music features the dombra

Attend a concert or visit a music instrument museum to learn more about this essential part of Kazakh culture

Useful external sites

astana.gov.kz/en

Astana.kz↗

Official website of the city of Nur-Sultan, providing information on events, attractions, and practical travel details.

www.astanaairport.kz/en

AstanaInternationalAirport.kz↗

Website of the Nur-Sultan International Airport, containing information on flights, transportation, and airport facilities.

www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g293944-Astana_Akmolinsk_Province-Vacations.html

TripAdvisor.com↗

A traveler's forum providing reviews, ratings, and recommendations of hotels, restaurants, and attractions in Nur-Sultan and beyond.

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