Alatau District Travel Guide

Almaty

Popular places to visit

A trip to Almaty, Kazakhstan isn't complete without a day trip to Big Almaty Lake. Wear layers as the lake is over 8000 ft above sea level

Big Almaty Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Big Almaty Lake during your travels in Almaty. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Big Almaty Lake
Almaty is a frozen land in the winter. This cathedral is one of the main sites in the center of the city.

28 Panfilov Heroes Memorial Park

28 Panfilov Heroes Memorial Park is just one of the places to see in Almaty, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's mountain views and spas.

28 Panfilov Heroes Memorial Park

Almaty Arena

Catch an event at Almaty Arena during your trip to Almaty.

Almaty Arena

Medeu Skating Rink

Catch an event at Medeu Skating Rink during your trip to Almaty. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.

Medeu Skating Rink

Zenkov Cathedral

After visiting Zenkov Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Almaty. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.

Zenkov Cathedral

Almaty Opera House

You can enjoy a show at Almaty Opera House during your stay in Almaty. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.

Almaty Opera House

Things to do

Almaty city tour and Medeu-Shymbulak-Koktobe-Green Bazar

Almaty city tour and Medeu-Shymbulak-Koktobe-Green Bazar

฿1,521
per adult
Almaty city tour and Medeu-Shymbulak-Koktobe-Green Bazar
Enjoy The Beauty of Kolsay Lake and Sharyn Grand Canyon

Kolsay Lake and Charyn Grand Canyon

฿2,328
per adult
Kolsay Lake and Charyn Grand Canyon
Full Day City Tour of Almaty in Medeu, Shymbulak and Koktobe

Almaty City Tour in Medeu, Shymbulak and Koktobe

฿2,794
per adult
Almaty City Tour in Medeu, Shymbulak and Koktobe
1 Day Tour to Kolsay Kaindy Lakes and Charyn Canyon

1 Day Tour to Kolsay Kaindy Lakes and Charyn Canyon

฿1,739
per adult
1 Day Tour to Kolsay Kaindy Lakes and Charyn Canyon
Almaty: Big Almaty Lake Tour with Optional Hike

Big Almaty Lake Tour by Car or Hiking

฿962
per adult
Big Almaty Lake Tour by Car or Hiking
Charyn Canyon half day small group tour

Charyn Canyon Day Tour small group

฿1,397
per adult
Charyn Canyon Day Tour small group
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Top hotels in Alatau District

Central Asia Inn Hotel

Central Asia Inn Hotel

2 out of 5
sergazina 136 Almaty
Stay at this hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Almaty Arena and Medeu Skating Rink are located nearby.
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Central Asia Inn Hotel
Hotel Kazakhstan

Hotel Kazakhstan

4 out of 5
Dostyk ave 52/2 Almaty
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (309 reviews)
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Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

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Almaty Hotel

Almaty Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Kabanbai Batyr str 85 Almaty
The price is ฿3,131 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
฿3,131
฿3,632 total
13 Mar - 14 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Almaty Opera House and Nedelka Park are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (98 reviews)
All good , restaurant closes early

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Almaty Hotel
Park Hotel Almaty

Park Hotel Almaty

4 out of 5
164, Nursultan Nazarbayev Avenue Almaty
The price is ฿2,952 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
฿2,952
฿3,424 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Lermontov Russian Drama ...
Park Hotel Almaty
Ibis Almaty Jetisu

Ibis Almaty Jetisu

3.5 out of 5
Abylai Khan Avenue 55 Almaty
The price is ฿2,959 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
฿2,959
฿3,432 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Gabit Musrepov Kazakh Theatre for ...
Ibis Almaty Jetisu
Park Dedeman Almaty

Park Dedeman Almaty

4 out of 5
Timiryazeva st. 67/A Almaty
Stay at this hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Botanical gardens and Kasteev State Museum of Arts ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (34 reviews)
wonderful and clean, spacious room

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

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Park Dedeman Almaty
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Other neighbourhoods around Alatau District

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Jetysu District

When in Jetysu District, you can plan a visit to MEGA Park and Almaty Opera House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Jetysu District
Almaty

Almaly District

While you're in Almaly District, take in top sights like MEGA Park and jump on the metro at Almaly to see more of the city.

Almaly District
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Auezov District

When in Auezov District, you can plan a visit to Almaty Central Stadium and MEGA Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Auezov District
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Koktem-2 Micro District

While there might not be top attractions in Koktem-2 Micro District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Almaty Central Stadium and Republic Square.

Koktem-2 Micro District
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Malaya Stanitsa

While Malaya Stanitsa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Central Park of Culture and Leisure and MEGA Park.

Malaya Stanitsa
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Samal-1

While visiting Samal-1, you might make a stop by sights like National Museum of Kazakhstan and Central State Museum.

Samal-1

Alatau District Travel Guide