Top Travel Destinations in Almaty: Best 3 Days Almaty Itinerary

Day 1 | Morning

Central State Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan

Opening Hours: Open on Mon,Wed-Sun,9:30am-5:30pm;Closed on Tue

Ticket Price: 450 KZT

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Samal-1, 44, Almaty 050059, Kazakhstan

The museum is one of the largest museums in Central Asia, where you can learn about the history of Kazakhstan in detail, and models of the country's main historical buildings. The museum also displays a number of historical relics and costumes and musical instruments from the Genghis Khan period.

Day 1 | Afternoon

Now we come to another great highlight in the city: Big Almaty Lake.

Big Almaty Lake

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-3 Hours

Location: Ili-Alatau National Park, Almaty 050065, Kazakhstan

Big Almaty Lake is a lake located in the southern city of Almaty, Kazakhstan, known as the "Pearl of Almaty", 15 kilometers away from Almaty, 2511 meters above sea level, 1.6 kilometers long, 1 kilometer wide, and deep 40 meters.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: amazing and mesmarizing view, highly recommended for those who loves silent and beautiful view of nature

Day 1 | Evening

For convenient access to more popular attractions, The Ritz-Carlton, Almaty is the best places.

The Ritz-Carlton, Almaty

This luxury 5-star hotel is located on the foot of Alatau Mountains in Almaty and features a spa centre, an indoor pool and a fitness centre. Free Wi-Fi is provided at The Ritz-Carlton, Almaty. The spacious, air-conditioned rooms are decorated in warm colours. Each elegant room includes a flat-screen TV and a marble bathroom with a rain shower. The on-site Laurent Tourondel Restaurant boasts its open kitchen and meat specialties. Guests can also enjoy a drink at the Sky Lobby and Lounge. Several other dining options are also available. The hotel’s recreation and relaxation facilities include an opulent Six Senses Spa, featuring 4 private rooms, including special salt and oriental treatment rooms, dedicated relaxation areas, saunas, steam rooms and an oriental hammam. Almaty city centre is a 10-minute drive from The Ritz-Carlton, Almaty. Shymbulak Ski Resort is a 30-minute drive away, and Almaty International Airport is 15 km from the hotel.

Day 2 | Morning

Zenkov's Cathedral

Opening Hours: Open on Mon-Fri,7:00am-7:00pm;Open on Sat,7:00am-8:00pm;Open on Sun,6:00am-7:00pm

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 1.0-2.0 Hours

Location: Gogol St 40в, Almaty 050000, Kazakhstan

Ascension Cathedral (Russian: Вознесенскийсобор, English: Ascension Cathedral, also known as Zenkov Cathedral) is an Orthodox cathedral in Almaty with a height of 56 meters. Not a single nail was used in the entire building. The foundation stone was laid on September 26, 1903, and the church opened in 1907. In Soviet times it was used as a museum, clock tower, and radio tower. Restoration work was done in 1973. Returned to the Russian Orthodox Church in May 1995. Reopened in 1997.

Day 2 | Afternoon

Khram Khrista Spasitelya nearby is the top choice before you leave Zenkov's Cathedral and hit the road.

Khram Khrista Spasitelya

Opening Hours: Open from 9:00am-7:00pm

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Rayimbek Ave 493, Almaty

ChristtheSaviorCathedral is an Orthodox wooden church. The church was built in 1904 and completed in 1907. It has a history of more than 100 years. The appearance of the church is rich in colors.

Day 2 | Evening

If you want to explore other popular attractions later, Salut Hotel Almaty is a suitable place for you to stay and refresh.

Salut Hotel Almaty

Located in Almaty, 21 km from Medeo, Salut Hotel Almaty boasts a restaurant, bar and free WiFi. The hotel has a spa centre and sauna, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Free private parking is available on site.Each room has a flat-screen TV. Extras include bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries.You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property.Shymbulak is 25 km from Salut Hotel Almaty, while Dolphin Entertainment Centre is 7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Almaty International Airport, 20 km from the property.

Day 3 | Morning

Kok Tobe

Opening Hours: Open on Mon,Wed-Sun,10:00am-0:00am;Open on Tue,3:00pm-0:00am

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Kok Tobe, Almaty, Kazakhstan

Koktobe Mountain is located in the southeast of Almaty, 1070 meters above sea level, alias Green Mountain. The Koktobe TV Tower is built on the hill. Adjacent to the TV tower is the panoramic platform, and there is a cable car leading to the city. This is a well-known scenic spot in Almaty, and it is also a good place to watch the night view of Almaty.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: like it a lots , much more interesting

Day 3 | Afternoon

Park 28 Panfilovtsev nearby is the top choice before you leave Kok Tobe and hit the road.

Park 28 Panfilovtsev

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Between Kunayev street, Gogol street, Zenkov street, Kazaybek bi street

Panfilov Park 28 Warriors Memorial Park was built in the 1870s and was named after the Panfilov Warriors in 1942 to commemorate the heroes of the 316th Division and the 16th Regiment who died in the war against the Nazis in 1941. 28 soldiers from Almaty. When celebrating the 30th anniversary of the victory of the Great Patriotic War, the Glory Monument and the Eternal Fire Tower were built. During festivals and anniversaries, many people will lay flowers in front of the monument to commemorate the martyrs.

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