A modern capital rebuilt after the 1966 earthquake, Tashkent blends an ornate metro, domed bazaars, the Hazrat Imam complex and Soviet avenues. The gateway to Uzbekistan, here's how to enjoy it in 2 or 3 days.
Tashkent at a glance
Population
2.9 M
Airport
TAS
Ideal stay
2 to 3 days
Budget / day
€25-120
Flight Paris
~7h direct
Time diff
+4h
Current climate
Best season
In brief
The country's gateway
Most international flights land here. Count 2 days for the city, then take the train to Samarkand.
A metro to visit like a museum
Stations decorated with mosaics, chandeliers and marble are worth a tour of their own. A ticket costs a few cents.
Two faces in one city
Old town with bazaars and mausoleums on one side, wide avenues and Soviet buildings on the other.
The fast train changes everything
The Afrosiyob reaches Samarkand in 2h. Book your tickets a few days ahead in high season.
Spring and autumn are ideal
April-May and September-October bring mild weather. Summer climbs above 38°C, winter drops below zero.
Must-see
Stations decorated with mosaics, chandeliers and marble from the Soviet era. Walk it like a gallery.
Large turquoise dome filled with spices, dried fruit and non bread. The liveliest market in the city.
Religious heart of the city. Home to the Othman Quran, one of the oldest Qurans in the world.
16th-century Quranic school, the largest in Tashkent, overlooking Chorsu Bazaar.
Vast official esplanade lined with fountains, monuments and gardens. Symbol of modern Uzbekistan.
Opera and ballet in a hall with rooms carved region by region. Tickets are very affordable.
Ceramics, suzani embroidery, carpets and carved wood inside an ornate former residence.
Central park around the statue of Tamerlane, ringed by Soviet buildings and the Uzbekistan Hotel.
Cluster of 15th-century mausoleums, a peaceful remnant of the old town away from the crowds.
Choose your district
The modern heart, around Amir Timur Square. Comfortable hotels, metro on foot, restaurants. From €30/night.
★ Recommended
Near the bazaar and Hazrat Imam. More local guesthouses, traditional feel. From €18/night.
Authentic
Residential district to the north, quiet and well served by the metro. From €22/night.
Quiet
Near the station and consulates. Handy for an early train to Samarkand. From €25/night.
Practical
Getting around
Tashkent metro
The fastest and cheapest way. Three lines, ornate stations, runs until midnight.
Yandex Go
The local ride-hailing app. Reliable, cheap, cash or card. Ideal for the airport.
Bus & marshrutka
Dense network of buses and minibuses. Cheap but no English information.
Afrosiyob train
Fast train from Tashkent station to Samarkand and Bukhara. Comfortable and on time.
Climate & crowds
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Spring
Apr to June · 18-30°C, green · Ideal, the best season, nature in bloom
Summer
July to Aug · 33-40°C, dry · Fair, very hot, sightsee early morning
Autumn
Sept to Oct · 20-28°C, mild · Ideal, seasonal fruit and clear skies
How much
Backpacker
€25
per day
Comfort
€70
per day
Premium
€180
per day
Our tested itinerary
Day-by-day program.
Around
📍 2h by train · Jewel of the Silk Road
1h30 away · Hiking and winter skiing
3h30 by train · Medieval museum-city
FAQ
Marie Laurent ✓
·Southeast Asia specialist
Last updated: June 6, 2026.