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Travel to Almaty

Landing in Almaty soon? Here's what to know before you go.

From currency and getting around to snow-capped mountain views, leafy parks, colourful markets, and traditional Kazakh cuisine, we've got the essentials covered for your trip to Kazakhstan's largest city.

Language & Currency

Languages Kazakh & Russian Kazakh is the state language, while Russian is also widely spoken throughout Almaty. English is increasingly common in hotels and visitor areas
Payments Kazakhstani Tenge (KZT) Cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and shopping centres, while cash is useful for markets and smaller local businesses

Getting Around

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Metro & Buses
Almaty's metro and extensive bus network connect the city centre with major neighbourhoods, shopping areas, and attractions
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Taxis & Ride-Hailing
Taxis and ride-hailing services are convenient for reaching destinations outside the metro network and nearby mountain areas

Top Attractions

Kok Tobe
Head up this famous hill for panoramic views across Almaty and toward the spectacular Tian Shan Mountains
Ascension Cathedral
Admire the colourful wooden cathedral set among the trees of Panfilov Park, one of Almaty's most recognizable landmarks
Green Bazaar
Explore stalls filled with fresh produce, dried fruit, spices, sweets, nuts, and traditional Kazakh foods

Events & Local Flavors

March
Nauryz Celebrations
Spring brings colourful Nauryz festivities with traditional music, performances, food, and cultural celebrations
Kazakh Classic
Beshbarmak
Try one of Kazakhstan's best-known dishes, traditionally combining boiled meat with wide noodles and savoury broth
Local Symbol
Almaty Apples
The city has a long association with apples, reflected in its name and the region's famous fruit-growing heritage
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