Uzbekistan Tourist Attractions

Discover the beyond magical places to visit in Uzbekistan

A country where the glorious architecture, spectacular nature, gastronomical delights along with ancient traditions and unique heritage blend together and where the sun shines and smiles all year round- Uzbekistan is Central Asia's most remarkable gem. While you are here, travelling to timeless mosques, exploring the Silk Road cities and strolling through their bazaars feel like travelling back in time. From the very first visit, you’ll be awed by the magnificence of Uzbekistan attractions that evoke extraordinary feelings eventually prompting us to come here, time and again.

Each of Uzbekistan tourist attractions attracts with its features. From the numerous places to visit in Uzbekistan, the UNESCO listed historical cities of Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva always take the upper hand. You can see the marvels preserved from the echoes of bygone eras in the many mausoleums here and continuing your journey towards the south, Surkhandarya will bring you closer to the mountain gorges and country’s natural beauty. But what drags the travellers here from far and wide is the capital city Tashkent. The places to visit in Tashkent boast both the best of modern and Soviet-era architecture, museums and noteworthy mosques and also the famous Chorsu Bazaar which is the city’s showstopper.

Wondering what are the best places to visit in Uzbekistan or the top Tashkent tourist attractions? Looking for off-beaten experiences or the most impressive spectacles in the country? Well, we have got all your preferences covered! Take a look at the compiled list below that consists of the best Uzbekistan Tourist Places and Spots worth visiting at least once in a lifetime.

Top Tourist Places to Visit in Uzbekistan and Tashkent:

Tashkent Tower

The Tashkent Television Tower is a 375-metre-high tower located in Tashkent Uzbekistan and is the 12th tallest tower in the world. Construction started in 1978 and it began operation 6 years later on 15 January 1985. It was the 4th tallest tower in the world from 1985 to 1991. Moreover the decision of construction Tashkent Tower or TV-Tower of Uzbekistan...

State Museum of History of Uzbekistan

The State Museum of History of Uzbekistan, previously known as the National Museum of Turkestan, was founded in 1876. It is located in Tashkent. Formerly known as the Lenin Museum, the History Museum of Uzbekistan has since been renovated and more exhibits have been added

Museum of Arts of Uzbekistan

The Museum of Arts of Uzbekistan is the largest state art museum in Uzbekistan. Its permanent collection contains more than several thousands works divided among four curatorial departments. The museum was established in 1918 as a Museum of People University and renamed as a Central Arts Museum later. It was named as Tashkent Art Museum in 1924 and fin

Minor Mosque

Huge modern mosque with traditional marble features, towering minarets & a turquoise dome.

Independence Square

Independence Square is a central square of Tashkent Uzbekistan. After the proclamation of Uzbekistans independence in September 1991 Lenin Square was renamed in 1992 as Mustaqillik Maydoni which translates to Independence Square in English. On the opposite sits a statue depicting a mourning mother sadly looking down onto an eternal flame in memory of her children who fell when defending...

Tashkent Broadway

Amir Timur Museum

Amir Timur Museum in Tashkent was opened in 1996 in the memory of Mongol warlord, Amir Timur. The blue cupola museum resembles Gur-i Amir mausoleum in Samarkand, built on the traditions of medieval architectural but fulfils modern requirements also.The history of this square goes back to 19th century and the square was a small park in the center of Tashkent...