“Discover Almaty: Walking Tour with a Local Explorer”

4.00

Acceptable(1)

Almaty

Duration: 3 hours

Languages: English

Guru: Karakoz

Registered on 30 May 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.

Free reservation and cancellation

Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

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 😊

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

Pushkin St 63, Almaty 050000, Kazakhstan

📍 I will be waiting in front of the main entrance of the” state puppet theater“ near 28 Panfilov Park https://maps.app.goo.gl/7SZrfauJa7nSSWnF6?g_st=ipc

Outside visit

Park of 28 Panfilov Guardsmen

History of the park, wooden Orthodox cathedral, eternal flame. Local stories, Sovet monuments.

Outside visit

Green Bazaar

Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Almaty most famous market. Here you can taste dried fruits, nuts, kurt, cheese, and local delicacies while learning about Kazakh culture.

Outside visit

Arbat

End the tour with a walk along Almaty lively pedestrian streets, full of streets art, local shops, and live music. It's common to hear mini-performances by street musicians playing guitar, dombra, or violin, creating a unique cultural vibe.

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).