Tashkent walking route: Amir Timur Square to Tashkent Tower

Explore Tashkent's transformation from Silk Road hub to modern metropolis on this 29.7 km route. Visit iconic landmarks including Amir Timur Square, the Monument of Courage, and the Amir Timur Museum, then contrast historic sites with contemporary attractions like Tashkent City Park and Magic City Park.

Distance
29.7 km
Duration
5 h 56 min
Mode
route
Start
Amir Timur Square
End
Amir Timur Museum
Stops
10
Video author
travmap
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Stops on this route

  1. Amir Timur Square — Central plaza with fountains and esplanades in the heart of Tashkent
  2. Monument of Courage — Earthquake memorial where the narrator met people who returned to Tashkent after 30 years in Israel
  3. Tashkent City Park — Urban green space featuring modern landscaping, recreational facilities, and scenic pathways that reflect Tashkent's contemporary development.
  4. Magic City Park — Amusement park offering family attractions and entertainment rides showcasing Uzbekistan's blend of traditional culture and modern leisure.
  5. Japanese Garden — Park in city center built by Japanese prisoners of war in 1947, representing Japanese culture
  6. Romanov Palace — Historic residence built in 1891 that belonged to Prince Nikolai Romanov; currently closed to visitors
  7. Chorsu Bazaar — Largest market in Tashkent located in the center of the Old Town
  8. Tashkent Tower — Television tower notable for plov dining with views of the city
  9. Holy Assumption Cathedral — Russian Orthodox cathedral with striking blue domes, representing the religious and cultural diversity of Tashkent's cosmopolitan heritage.
  10. Amir Timur Museum — Museum near Amir Timur Square where visitors can learn about the historical figure

Useful for your trip

Transport
Metro entrance costs 15 cents per ride. The system has 4 lines and 43 stations, many decorated like works of art with Uzbek motives.
Transport
Bus rides cost 15 cents per single ride. Taxi rides are very cheap, usually not more than $1-2.
Avoid
Avoid driving yourself. Local drivers are reckless with frequent U-turns creating dangerous situations and accidents are common.
Food
Visit the Plov Center near the TV Tower for multiple plov varieties and watch the entire cooking process. Lunch with plov, bread, samsa, and tea costs around $1.50.
Food
Try shish kebab (meat on skewers pre-marinated and cooked over fire), samsa (meat pies), and traditional Uzbek soups like Shurpa or Manti.
Food
Food is much cheaper away from tourist areas. Restaurant prices in central locations are significantly higher than neighborhood establishments.
Tip
It is now allowed to film videos in most places, including the subway.
Tip
Visit Chorsu Bazaar, the largest market in central Tashkent, for fresh produce, meat, spices, and local ingredients. Located in the Old Town center.
Tip
Tashkent Tower offers a rotating restaurant with city views. The observation deck is closed but the restaurant provides panoramic views while dining.
Tip
State Museum of Art entry is $5, which locals consider expensive with limited exhibits. Use it as an introductory visit to the country's history.
Tip
Japanese Garden was built by Japanese prisoners of war in 1947. Features a small pond where you can rent paddle boats.
Timing
Visit in September-October when trees remain green and everything is still blooming, contrary to typical steppe expectations.

Video on this route

Tashkent Uzbekistan. From the Silk Road to Modernity

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