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A hostel in central Almaty
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A calm base by the mountains for good sleep, discovering Almaty and planning new routes.
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ALMATY, KAZAKHSTAN Hostel Nomad
A base for Almaty, not just a bed
The first floor of Almaty Towers, shared spaces for work and rest, a kitchen and several room formats. Start a city day or a mountain trip from one convenient place.
162/5 Dostyk Avenue
Almaty Towers residential complex
1 floor
Accommodation
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Places in this room: 12
Room 2
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Places in this room: 18
Room 3
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The essentials
Comfortable for one night or one month
Space to work
Individual desks and Wi-Fi
Shared spaces
Dining, kitchen and social areas
Storage
Storage for shoes and ski equipment
Convenient base
City routes and access to the mountains
Inside Nomad
Real spaces inside the hostel
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Before your trip
Useful details
YOUR CITY GUIDE
Check in. Then head out.
Tell us what you enjoy. Find a few places to make Almaty your own.
The hostel and our favourite places in Almaty
Places to explore
Mountains and outdoor activities
Shymbulak
A mountain resort with cable cars and views of the Trans-Ili Alatau. Sightseeing tickets and ski passes are separate; check lift operation before travelling.
Ticket: 12,000 ₸
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Kok Tobe
A hilltop park overlooking Almaty, with walking paths and attractions. A cable car connects it to the city; rides and food cost extra.
Ticket: 10,000 ₸
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Butakovka Waterfall
A waterfall reached by a mountain trail through Butakovka Gorge. Wear suitable footwear and check the weather, trail conditions and park restrictions before setting out.
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Oi-Qaragai
A year-round mountain resort near Almaty with walks and outdoor activities. Lifts, activities and food are priced according to the options selected.
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Big Almaty Lake
A high-altitude lake for a dedicated trip from Almaty. Private vehicle access is restricted; plan for a walk uphill and check national park access beforehand. Swimming and approaching the water are prohibited.
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Kok Zhailau
A mountain plateau with meadows and views of Almaty. Reaching it involves an uphill hike; bring suitable footwear and water, and check weather and trail conditions.
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Gorelnik Visitor Centre
A visitor centre in the gorge between Medeu and Shymbulak. Stop to rest and check mountain trail conditions; a waterfall hike requires additional time.
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Ayusai Visitor Centre
A visitor centre at the entrance to Ayusai Gorge. A useful rest and trail-information stop; allow separately for services, food and a hike to the waterfalls.
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Ayusai Gorge
A wooded gorge with a mountain stream and waterfalls. Choose the maintained trail to the first waterfall; further sections require experience and a conditions check at the visitor centre.
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Alma Arasan Gorge
A mountain gorge with a river and woodland trails. Slope-stabilisation work can restrict sections; check route access and bridge conditions with the national park before travelling.
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Ak Bulak
A mountain resort in Soldatskoye Gorge for a separate trip from Almaty. Check activities, lift operation and prices for your dates; summer and winter programmes differ.
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Pioneer
A mountain resort in Butakovka Gorge for time outdoors. Check seasonal activities, visiting arrangements and prices for your chosen services before arriving.
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Issyk Lake
A mountain lake near Esik for a dedicated day trip. Allow for the drive from Almaty and check road conditions and national park visiting requirements before departure.
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Botanical Garden
Plant collections and shaded paths. Adult admission: Kazakhstan citizens 932.14 ₸; CIS citizens 1,118.57 ₸; other foreign visitors 1,864.29 ₸. Closed the first Monday of each month.
From 932 ₸
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28 Panfilov Guardsmen Park
A historic central park with shaded paths, the Ascension Cathedral and the Glory Memorial. A peaceful stop on a walk through old Almaty.
Free entry
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Central Park
A city park with shaded walks, ponds and family attractions. Entry to the grounds is free; rides have separate prices and opening hours.
Free entry
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Terrenkur
A green riverside route along the Malaya Almatinka for walking and jogging. Bridges and rest spots line the path; choose a section to suit your time.
Free entry
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Baum Grove
A historic grove in northern Almaty with mature trees and woodland paths. A quiet place to walk and explore the city’s green heritage.
Free entry
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Mahatma Gandhi Park
A green park in Almaly District for an unhurried walk. Paths, rest areas and the Mahatma Gandhi monument offer a pause during a city day.
Free entry
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Esentai Park
A green space beside the Esentai River for a short walk. Combine a riverside pause with exploring the southern part of Almaty.
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South Park
A city park for a walk among trees and a break outdoors. A calm pause between other visits around Almaty.
Free entry
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Dostyk Park
A small green park in Bostandyk District. Shaded paths make a pleasant short break and walk near the Esentai River.
Free entry
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Alatau Park
A city park in Alatau District for walking and relaxing outdoors. A stop for exploring the green spaces of western Almaty.
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Sairan Lake
An urban lake with waterside walks and open views. A pleasant evening stroll; check swimming permissions and water activities separately.
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Ascension Cathedral
A colourful wooden cathedral in Panfilov Park. Admire its facades and step inside respectfully when worship permits.
Free entry
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National Central Museum
Explore Kazakhstan through archaeology and historical collections. Adult tickets: Kazakhstan citizens 1,500 ₸ for the main galleries; foreign visitors 5,000 ₸ for all galleries without a guide.
From 1,500 ₸
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Kasteyev Museum
Kazakh and international art near the circus. Adult admission: Kazakhstan citizens 2,000 ₸; foreign visitors 5,000 ₸. Exhibitions from overseas museum collections cost extra.
From 2,000 ₸
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Ykhlas Museum of Folk Musical Instruments
Dombras, kobyz and world instruments in a carved wooden building by Panfilov Park. Adult admission: Kazakhstan citizens 1,000 ₸; foreign visitors 1,500 ₸.
From 1,000 ₸
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Abay Opera and Ballet Theatre
Opera and ballet in a major Almaty theatre. Choose a performance before visiting; ticket prices and running times vary by production.
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Republic Square and Independence Monument
A broad square with the Independence Monument and Golden Warrior figure. An easy outdoor stop for city views and photographs.
Free entry
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Almaty Museum
Trace Almaty and Zhetysu from ancient times to today before exploring the centre. Adult admission: Kazakhstan citizens 1,000 ₸; foreign visitors 1,500 ₸.
From 1,000 ₸
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Lermontov Drama Theatre
A drama theatre for a cultural evening. Check the language, running time and age restriction of your chosen play; tickets are performance-specific.
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Musrepov Theatre
A Kazakh theatre for children and young audiences by Abylai Khan Avenue. Select a suitable production; prices depend on the performance and seat.
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Almaty Museum of Arts
Modern and contemporary art from Kazakhstan, Central Asia and beyond. Entry is timed, so choose a slot and book ahead.
Ticket: 3,000 ₸
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Kunayev Museum
Dinmukhamed Kunayev’s story and belongings at 117 Tulebaev. Adult tickets from 1,000 ₸; Wednesday and Saturday combined option: 2,000 ₸. Check which museum spaces your ticket includes.
From 1,000 ₸
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Akhmet Baitursynuly House Museum
Educator Akhmet Baitursynuly’s house museum, with archives about his life and legacy. Adult admission: Kazakhstan citizens 1,000 ₸; foreign visitors 1,500 ₸.
From 1,000 ₸
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Almaty Central Mosque
Almaty’s central mosque, with domes and minarets near the Green Bazaar. Follow dress requirements and respect prayer when visiting inside.
Free entry
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State Puppet Theatre
A puppet theatre in the historic centre for a family outing. Check the performance language and recommended age; tickets and schedules vary by show.
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Almaty Theatre
A modern performance venue beside Almaty Museum of Arts. Plan an evening around the current programme; admission is tied to the chosen event.
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Zhambyl Philharmonic
A venue for orchestral and chamber music. Choose a concert and seat before visiting; daytime access does not include a performance ticket.
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Palace of the Republic
A concert hall on Dostyk beside Abay Square. View the building from outside, or check the programme and book a concert ticket ahead.
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Nurgisa Tlendiev Museum
Composer Nurgisa Tlendiev’s apartment museum, with personal belongings and instruments. Adult admission: Kazakhstan citizens 1,000 ₸; foreign visitors 1,500 ₸.
From 1,000 ₸
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Almaty Zoo
The city zoo beside Central Park. Allow a few hours for the pavilions and outdoor enclosures; ticket offices close before the grounds.
Ticket: 1,427 ₸
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Family Park
A family park with walking areas and amusement rides. Attractions are charged separately; check the rides you want for seasonal and weather-related operation.
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Green Bazaar
Explore local produce and everyday Almaty at this city market. Entry is free; agree prices for food, tastings and purchases with sellers.
Free entry
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Arbat
The pedestrian stretch of Zhibek Zholy, with shopfronts and street life. Combine a relaxed walk with TSUM and the Green Bazaar.
Free entry
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Dostyk Plaza
A Samal shopping centre for browsing, food and a break between walks. Entry is free; shops, restaurants and entertainment set their own prices.
Free entry
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MEGA Alma-Ata
A large shopping centre on Rozybakiev Street with shops and family entertainment. Allow travel time; purchases, food and activities cost extra.
Free entry
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Esentai Mall
A shopping centre on Al-Farabi with boutiques and restaurants. Stop for browsing or an indoor break; admission does not cover shopping or meals.
Free entry
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Kazakh State Circus
A circus venue near Kasteyev Museum and the amusement park. Check the current programme, age guidance and ticket availability before visiting.
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Chaihana Navat — Dostyk
A Dostyk teahouse serving Central Asian dishes. The listed average check applies to this branch; your total depends on food and drinks ordered.
Average bill: 10,000 ₸
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Kishlak
A Seifullin restaurant serving Kazakh and Central Asian dishes. A lunch stop after exploring the centre; the average check is a guide to spending.
Average bill: 7,000 ₸
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ADK
A shopping and entertainment centre on Satpaev for an indoor break. Entry is free; budget separately for meals, cinema and activities.
Free entry
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Forum
A Seifullin shopping centre for browsing, dining and indoor entertainment. Entry is free; purchases and activities are charged separately.
Free entry
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MEGA Park
A Makataev shopping centre with shops and places to pause. A convenient break while exploring the northern centre; purchases and activities cost extra.
Free entry
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TSUM
A central department store beside pedestrian Arbat. Browse the shops as part of a Zhibek Zholy walk; entry is free.
Free entry
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Arasan Baths
Baths with separate men’s and women’s areas, steam rooms and pools. Indicative rate: 3,000 ₸ per hour; the total depends on timing, duration and extra services.
From 3,000 ₸
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Almaty Arena
A large sports and concert arena in Nurkent. Visit for a specific event or available skating session after checking schedules and prices.
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Halyk Arena
A multifunctional arena on Kuldzhin Highway. Choose a sporting event or skating session and confirm its schedule and price with the venue.
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Sandyq
A Kazakh restaurant on Abylai Khan for exploring national dishes. The average check is indicative; check table availability ahead.
Average bill: 20,000 ₸
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Auyl
A restaurant on the mountain road near Medeu. Combine a meal with a foothills trip; plan transport and booking ahead. The average check is indicative.
Average bill: 20,000 ₸
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Afisha
A contemporary restaurant on Kabanbai Batyr near Abay Theatre. Stop for breakfast or dinner in the centre; spending depends on your order.
Average bill: 9,000 ₸
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Aport Mall East
A large shopping and entertainment centre on Almaty’s eastern edge. Allow travel time; entry is free and shopping and activities are charged separately.
Free entry
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Qaimaq
A contemporary Kazakh restaurant on Abay Avenue. Set aside time to explore local dishes; the average check is indicative and advance booking is advisable.
Average bill: 25,000 ₸
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Fantasy World Almaty
An amusement park beside the circus for an active family outing. Check the operating season, ticket price and each ride’s age and height restrictions.
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