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“Discover Almaty: Walking Tour with a Local Explorer”

Welcome to Almaty — Kazakhstan’s cultural capital, located at the foot of the majestic mountains. 

This is not just a city, it’s a place full of stories, flavors, and hidden gems — and I’d love to show them to you! 

I’ll share with you not only history, but also fun facts, travel tips, and local stories. 

Come explore Almaty with me — not as a tourist, but as a guest and new friend. 

 

Details of the tour: 


  • 👟 Walking distance: around 3.5–4 km (wear comfortable shoes!)


  • 🌍 Language: English / Turkish


 

Walking tour | English & Turkish | Tips-based 

 

Tour Plan : 


🔹 1. Meeting Point

📍 Panfilov Park, near the main entrance (by Zenkov Cathedral) 

 

  • Welcome, introductions, small briefing
  • Short historical background of Almaty & Kazakhstan


🔹 2. 28 Panfilov Guards Park & Zenkov Cathedral 

 

  • History of the park and its heroes
  • Wooden Orthodox Cathedral (one of the tallest in the world!)
  • Local stories, Soviet monuments, eternal flame


    🔹 3. Green Bazaar (Zelyony Bazar) 

 

  • Full experience of the local market
  • Talk to friendly sellers, learn local customs


     🔹 4. Walk toward Arbat Street 

 

  • Cozy local streets, street art, and city rhythm
  • Walk through Arbat – Almaty’s art & shopping street
  • Optional stop for local ice cream or drinks.



Optional food and drink during the tour (around 10-15$)

If you have any questions — feel free to ask me before or during the tour 😊 

The tour lasts 2 hours
Available in English
96% of travelers recommend this Free Tour

Karakoz
Guide: Karakoz
Tours since 2025
Hello! My name is Karakoz, and I live in Almaty for more than 10 years. I’m a big fan of travel — I’ve been to over 15 countries, and now I want to show you the beauty of my own city! During our walking tour, I’ll take you to the most beautiful and authentic places in Almaty. We’ll explore famous landmarks, cozy streets, local life, and hidden corners. I speak English and Turkish, and I love meeting new people from different cultures. I’ll share not only the history of Almaty, but also my personal stories, travel tips, and daily life in Kazakhstan.

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“Discover Almaty: Walking Tour with a Local Explorer”




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