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.
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $25.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 3:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:32 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.
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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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Tashkent: Guided Walking & Food Tour with Local Guide lasts about 3–4 hours. The itinerary has 9 stops.
Prices start at $20 per person for this Tashkent experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $25. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Your guide will meet you at the entrance of your hotel. Please be ready and wait at the hotel entrance 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time. The tour will begin once the guide meets you. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 101 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Odil.
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G'olib was a great guide and spoke English very well. Extremely knowledgeable and able to answer all questions. Travelling the Underground trains and marvelling at the station decor was amazing, as was Chorzu Bazaar. He helped us find good buys and good choices to eat local produce along the way. The whole tour lasted nearly 6 hours ( Golib says 3-4 hours as stated is just not long enough! ). Wholly recommend !
I highly recommend this walking tour to anyone visiting Tashkent. The guide, G’olib, was absolutely phenomenal and truly elevated the entire experience. His genuine enthusiasm for his country is infectious, and it is clear that he takes immense pride in sharing Uzbekistan’s rich history and culture with visitors. What stood out most was G’olib’s remarkable generosity with his knowledge and time. He was eager to provide as much context and detail as possible, ensuring a deep, comprehensive understanding of the city. The tour organically extended well beyond the stipulated timeframe, yet G’olib remained completely unbothered. He was perfectly happy to continue our conversations, answer questions, and showcase more of the area without ever rushing the experience. If you are looking for an immersive, deeply informative tour with a guide who is genuinely passionate about their heritage, booking with G’olib is an absolute must. Outstanding service from start to finish.
Great tour, saw a lot of Tashkent's highlights.
The tour itself was okay! We passed by several main sightseeings, visited some iconic metro stations, bazar, Islamic education centers, etc. Learnt a lot on the history of the country. Having said that, the guide assigned had a strong preference on his region position, made a couple of comments that are quite uncomfortable. I could imagine a female can be totally offended for what he said. Also, he had a strong opinion on some part of history, which I guess it’s his personal POV, but would be nicer if he can be more objective.
Thank you for your review—we're happy to hear you learned a lot about the country's history and sights. At the same time, we're sorry that some of the guide's comments left you feeling uncomfortable. While guides may occasionally share personal historical perspectives, this should never come at the expense of making guests feel disrespected. We're taking this feedback seriously and will be speaking with the guide directly. We're always working to improve our tours, and your input helps us do that.
Mr G’olib was an excellent guide. He was very informative and helpful. He showed us round some interesting places including the metro stations and also helped us get a good price for a football shirt in the Chorsu market. I don’t think it should be marketed as a walking and food tour when there is no food included in the tour. Just call it a walking tour. We did go for a lovely traditional meal after the walk as Mr G’olib took us there, and it was very reasonable.
Great experience. Script followed strictly. Attentive and knowledgeable guide of the area.
Great introductory tour to Tashkent. Bek was very friendly and informative with excellent English skills.
Great introductory tour to Tashkent. Bek was informative and very friendly with excellent English skills. Thank you for showing us your town
Had a wonderful walking tour of Tashkent! Our guide was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the experience really enjoyable. A great way to explore the city and learn about its history and culture.
I really enjoyed this walking and food tour in Tashkent. It was around four hours and covered some of the city’s important highlights, including Independence Square, the bazaar, and the Islamic Civilization Center. We also got to try local food and had time to look for souvenirs. The guide was excellent — very friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely helpful. He even helped me arrange a taxi back to my hotel when I got lost and couldn’t communicate because of the language barrier. He also kindly bought us metro tickets and showed us how to use the metro, which was a lovely extra touch. The group was small, around six people, so the atmosphere was relaxed and comfortable, with time to stop for coffee or take a break. The price was also very reasonable for the experience. Just note that entrance to the Islamic Civilization Center/museum is not included; the tour finishes there and you can decide whether you want to enter. I would definitely recommend this tour, especially for first-time visitors to Tashkent. I’d personally suggest doing it in autumn or winter, as walking under the strong sun can be quite tiring. Overall, a very nice and memorable experience!
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tashkent: Guided Walking & Food Tour with Local Guide | 3–4 hours | 4.9 (101) | $20 | |
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 Tashkent City Highlights Guided Walking Tour | 3 hours | 4.9 (25) | $22 | View |
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