Tours, Attractions and Things To Do in Tashkent Tashkent Travel Guide

Tashkent Theatres 

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A highlight of Tashkent’s cultural life is the Ilkhom Theatre, which is known for experimental 
performances and its unusual interpretations of classical works. This theatre also hosts concerts, 
exhibitions of young artists, and festivals, the most famous of which is the Ilkhom Rock Fest. 
The State Academic Bolshoi Theatre named after Alisher Navoi, and the Academic Russian 
Drama Theatre, host more traditional productions of ballets, operas, and music. Tashkent, like 
many other Uzbek cities, also has a strong tradition of puppet shows. Performances are held at 
the Silk Road Marionettes Theatre and the Republican Puppet Theatre. 
Entertainment, Parks, and Shopping in Tashkent 
Entertainment in Tashkent is diverse, with something to suit everyone. 
Parks of Tashkent 
Walkers will love Tashkent’s parks, which are particularly beautiful in spring, early summer, and 
autumn. 
Ecopark was the first park in Tashkent to embody the principles of “green” construction in its 
layout and architecture. There are no fairground rides, but visitors can avoid the hustle and bustle 
of the city as they walk along neat paths, picnic on the grass, or do yoga. 

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The refurbished Central Park (formerly Telman Park) offers shady alleys with benches, and 
modern European attractions for children and adults - including the first authentic French 
carousel in Uzbekistan. Central Park regularly holds free public festivals and other events. 
Ankhor Lokomotiv Park boasts the highest ferris wheel in Uzbekistan, which offers a 
breathtaking view of the capital. 
Shopping in Tashkent 
To combine shopping and entertainment, visit the Samarkand Darvaza, Mega Planet, Next, 
Parus, and Compass shopping and entertainment centres. These offer modern facilities including 
food courts, cinemas, children’s play areas, and many shops selling international brands. 

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The charm of shopping oriental style—with friendly sellers and stalls laden with fresh vegetables 
and fruits, fragrant spices, hot lepeshka (non) bread, and all kinds of goods—lives in Tashkent’s 
vibrant bazaars. Chorsu and Alay Bazaars are the most popular among tourists.