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Tashkent

Tashkent is Uzbekistan's capital and a common first stop for trips to Samarkand and Bukhara, with old-city madrasahs, Chorsu Bazaar and metro stations with decorated halls.

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Tashkent is the capital of Uzbekistan and the largest city in Central Asia. It sits in the northeast of the country, on a plain near the Tian Shan foothills. International flights land here, and the city is a common first stop before Samarkand and Bukhara, a few hours away by train.

The city mixes old and new. The Old City, around the Kukeldash Madrasah and the Hazrati Imam complex, keeps older streets and tiled domes. Chorsu Bazaar, under a large blue dome, sells fruit, spices, bread and dried goods. The metro opened in 1977, and its stations have decorated halls. Much of the city was rebuilt after the 1966 earthquake, so its wide avenues look different from the older towns farther west. Plan two to three days for a short break or the opening days of a longer trip. April and May, and September and October, are the most comfortable months, since summers are hot and winters are cold.

Tashkent in five

Get Yandex Go for taxisYandex Go is a ride-hailing app that works in Tashkent. Order in the app so the route, price and driver are recorded, and check the car plate before you get in.Getting around
Carry som for the bazaarsBazaars and small stalls often take cash only. Carry small som notes so you can pay without waiting for change.Money and costs
Keep your hotel registration slipHotels register foreign guests at check-in. Ask for the paperwork and keep it with your passport for the whole stay.Where to stay
Dress modestly at the Hazrati Imam complexThe Hazrati Imam complex and the madrasas around it are working religious sites. Cover shoulders and knees, and ask before photographing people at prayer.
Set up an eSIM before you leave the airportTaxi apps and maps need mobile data from your first hour. Activate the plan before you leave the arrivals hall.Phones and eSIM

Things to do in Tashkent

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Need to know

Currency: Som (UZS)
Entry: Visa-free for some passports; e-visa for others, applied online Read more
Emergency: 102 police, 103 ambulance, 101 fire
Tipping: Not expected in taxis; rounding up in restaurants is enough
Time: UTC+5, no daylight saving

Weather by month

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JanuaryPartly cloudy9 rainy daysHigh7°Low-1°Cold, quiet
FebruaryPartly cloudy9 rainy days1 snowy dayHigh10°Low1°Cold, quiet
MarchPartly cloudy11 rainy daysHigh17°Low6°Thaw, changeable
AprilPartly cloudy10 rainy daysHigh23°Low11°Blossom, mild
MayClear7 rainy daysHigh29°Low16°Warm, green
JuneClear2 rainy daysHigh35°Low21°Hot, dry
JulyClear1 rainy dayHigh38°Low24°Hot, dry
AugustClear1 rainy dayHigh36°Low21°Hot, dry
SeptemberClear1 rainy dayHigh30°Low17°Mild, settled
OctoberClear5 rainy daysHigh22°Low10°Golden, mild
NovemberClear7 rainy daysHigh14°Low4°Cool, grey
DecemberPartly cloudy9 rainy days2 snowy daysHigh8°Low0°Cold, quiet

Average daily high and low in Tashkent, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.

Right now in Tashkent

Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.

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Humidity: 27%
Wind: 8 km/h
Chance of rain: 16%

Tashkent

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Tuesday, November 3

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Today20°9°16%Tuesday: Cloudy. High 20°, Low 9°. Chance of rain 16%.
Wed20°8°49%Wednesday: Drizzle. High 20°, Low 8°. Chance of rain 49%.
Thu19°10°57%Thursday: Drizzle. High 19°, Low 10°. Chance of rain 57%.
Fri25°8°10%Friday: Cloudy. High 25°, Low 8°. Chance of rain 10%.
Sat26°13°14%Saturday: Cloudy. High 26°, Low 13°. Chance of rain 14%.
Sun25°14°39%Sunday: Drizzle. High 25°, Low 14°. Chance of rain 39%.
Mon19°12°59%Monday: Drizzle. High 19°, Low 12°. Chance of rain 59%.

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Money

Mid-market rate1 USD = 11,902 UZS

Amount

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UZS · Uzbekistani Som

Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API

Day trips by train

Before you go to Tashkent

eSIM for TashkentData for taxi apps and mapsRead the guide

Travel insurance for UzbekistanMedical cover and cancellationsRead the guide

Money and cards in somCash for bazaars, cards for hotelsRead the guide

Stays in TashkentHotels by district and priceRead the guide

Rules for Tashkent, checked

Check whether your passport needs an e-visa before you fly. The official portal is e-visa.gov.uz.Source
Hotels must register foreign guests. Keep the registration slip with your passport and show it if asked.
Antiques and older cultural objects may need an export permit. Check with customs before you buy them.

Plan around Tashkent

Getting around Tashkent

Metro, taxi apps and trains to Samarkand

Read the guide Visas and entry

Visa-free rules and the e-visa process

Read the guide Money and costs

Som, cash, cards and typical daily spending

Read the guide Where to stay

Districts compared for sights and transport

Read the guide Phones and eSIM

Data for taxi apps, maps and translation

Read the guide Uzbekistan

Samarkand, Bukhara and the wider route

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Tashkent FAQ

Is Tashkent worth visiting?

Yes, for a few days of Timurid-era architecture, bazaars and the metro, and as the base for Samarkand. It is a weaker choice if you only want beaches or a quiet nature trip.

Do I need a visa for Uzbekistan?

Some passports enter visa-free for short stays, and others apply for an e-visa online. Check your nationality on the official e-visa portal before you book flights.

How many days do you need in Tashkent?

Two or three days cover the Old City, Chorsu Bazaar and the metro. Add a day trip to Samarkand if you have a fourth day.

Is Tashkent a good base for Samarkand?

Yes, high-speed trains run from Tashkent to Samarkand in about 2 hours. Book tickets through the national railway's official channels before you travel.

Can you pay by card in Tashkent?

Many hotels, restaurants and larger shops take cards. Bazaars and small stalls often need cash in som, so carry enough for taxis and market purchases.