Tashkent: Guided Walking & Food Tour with Local Guide
Description
Experience Tashkent your way by choosing between a walking tour, a local food tour, or a combined experience. This flexibility allows you to explore the city at your own pace, whether you prefer culture, cuisine, or both. Unlike standard tours, you’ll visit real local spots, meet people, and taste authentic Uzbek dishes in places loved by residents. Led by a friendly local guide, you’ll discover hidden gems, cultural stories, and everyday life beyond the tourist routes.
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Duration: 20–30 minutes Listen to stories about Amir Timur (Tamerlane), his empire, and how he became a national symbol. Take photos with the equestrian statue of Timur and the grand Hotel Uzbekistan in the background. Learn how this square has changed from Tsarist to Soviet to Independent Uzbekistan times.
Stroll down this vibrant, shaded boulevard — the heartbeat of modern Tashkent. Along the way, you’ll encounter stylish cafés, designer boutiques, and elegant fountains that create the perfect backdrop for soaking in city life. The easygoing atmosphere invites you to feel the city’s dynamic rhythm, perhaps pausing to explore handmade crafts or catch a live street performance if you’re lucky.
Duration: 25–30 minutes Walk through the Arch of Independence decorated with storks—symbols of peace. See the Monument to the Independence of Uzbekistan and the Eternal Flame for fallen soldiers. Learn about modern Uzbekistan's independence in 1991 and national pride.
Ride between a few of the city’s most artistic metro stations (e.g., Alisher Navoi, Kosmonavtlar). Learn about the Soviet influence on design and recent modernization. Take impressive underground photos (photography is now allowed!).
Duration: 30–40 minutes Visit the Barak Khan Madrasa, Tillya Sheikh Mosque, and Muyi Muborak Library. See the Uthman Quran, the world’s oldest known Quran manuscript. Learn about Islamic learning traditions in Central Asia. Explore the peaceful courtyard and take traditional architectural photos.
A 16th-century theological school with intricately designed facades.
The Tillya Sheikh Mosque stands as a beacon of Islamic tradition and a symbol of the Tashkent’s historical grandeur.
A treasure trove of ancient manuscripts. Famous for housing the Uthman Quran, the oldest known Quran in the world.
Duration: 30–40 minutes Wander through colourful stalls of spices, dried fruits, sweets, bread, and crafts. Watch traditional bread-making and interact with friendly local vendors. Taste optional local snacks (at your own expense). Learn how this bazaar has served Tashkent for centuries.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(76)
Thank you Golib for giving me an amazing walking tour! It's a great introduction to Uzbekistan. To me, the highlight was the lunch, in which I was able to see how the Plov was cooked. The meal itself was delicious. Yes, it's very hot in summer but this walking tour is totally worth it if you have a day in Tashkent.
Bek is an awesome guide and the walking tour I took with him was the best introduction to Uzbekistan and a highlight of my whole time in the country. He is very knowledgeable about all the key sites he takes you to see and I really enjoyed the pace with which the tour moved. I felt like we saw so much but did not feel rushed at all. We saw Amir Temur square, the independence square, a couple of the awesome metro stations, chorsu bazaar, and hazrati imam. I also reccommend reaching out to Bek for private tour options as well as I also got to go to plov center and other museums with him after the tour which was a great experience. I only have good things to say about this tour and Bek as well 🙏🏼🙏🏼. 11/10 experience.
Fun and informative tour with Asrorbek who is a great guide. Saw a lot of Tashkent and the tour was paced and timed very well.
Great walking tour of Tashkent with culture stops, architecture sites, national history monuments, the UNESCO subway, religious sites and the grand bazaar! Lots of walking so wear good shoes and stay hydrated! The guide (Sardor) was patient, knowledgeable and helpful! He kept us on track and answered questions respectfully! Samples at the bazaar but not a food tour per se. Overall great experience and value for the money!
MUST book tour if you’re in Tashkent. Asrorbek is knowledgeable and a great tour guide! Had a great Tashkent walking tour and learned a lot about the history and tasted good food in Chorsu Bazaar 👍👍👍
It was a wonderful tour with our great guide, Asrorbek. I highly recommend to go on this tour at the beginning of your trip as you can learn a lot about not only Tashkent but also Uzbekistan in general. タシュケントのみならず、ウズベキスタン全体の歴史や文化についても教えてもらいながらのツアーで、旅のスタートに最適でした。ガイドのAsrorbekさんも大変熱心で、事前の連絡や待ち合わせもスムーズでした。 グルメツアーの食事は盛りだくさんなのでお腹を空かせていくことをおすすめします。
I did a solo trip to Uzbekistan in June 2026. I had pre booked a tour and assumed it was as part of a group but I ended up being the only person (and was very happy). My tour guide Iroda was excellent. I honestly couldn’t recommend her enough. She was so enthusiastic and really ensure that we went at my pace and spent time on what I wanted. It felt highly personalised. I had also hurt my back a few weeks before and she took great care in ensure that I had places to sit down or if we needed to taxi anywhere. She covered all the main sites and the history behind the city. Highly recommend (you need a tour guide in the city).
If you like to explore Tashkent with real city experience then this the best tour. Our guide Iroda was very knowledgeable and prepared well for the tour. She gave us great in depth details and history about the city and various landmarks. If you want to immerse with the local culture, explore the old city and get local vibes in Tashkent then this tour is a must.
We had an absolutely amazing tour with Asrorbek. His English is outstanding! We liked Asrorbek to talk about the history of Tasjkent and Oezbekistan together with fun facts about places and structures together with personal experiences and stories. We can highly recommend this tour.
This was the greatest thing I did in Tashkent. I learned so much more than I thought I would. I really had no expectations and I was amazed at everything. Our group got along so well and I’m so glad to have had such a beautiful introduction to Tashkent and to Uzbekistan
