Explore Astana with us
This guide is your key to unlocking Astana's best experiences. We offer curated selections of restaurants, cafes, and cultural attractions. Explore museums, parks, and shopping destinations. We aim to enhance your exploration of the city.
Payments and taxis:
Most shops, restaurants, and services accept card payments. Visitors can easily pay with Visa, Mastercard, and contactless options such as Apple Pay or Google Pay, so carrying cash is usually not necessary.
For taxis, it is recommended to use ride-hailing apps such as Yandex Go or Uber Kazakhstan. The average price for a ride within the city is about 1,500–3,000 KZT (3–7 USD) depending on the distance and time of day. In the app, you can attach your bank card, pay using Apple Pay directly through the app, or choose cash payment if you prefer.
For taxis, it is recommended to use ride-hailing apps such as Yandex Go or Uber Kazakhstan. The average price for a ride within the city is about 1,500–3,000 KZT (3–7 USD) depending on the distance and time of day. In the app, you can attach your bank card, pay using Apple Pay directly through the app, or choose cash payment if you prefer.
Enrich your itinerary with engaging activities
Explore Astana's dynamic activities and experiences. This section provides a curated selection of things to do, from thrilling adventures to cultural explorations, ensuring a memorable visit.
Restaurants, Cafes & Pubs
- Vechnoe Nebo (Restaurant)A stylish restaurant offering a mix of European and Kazakh cuisine in an elegant setting. Known for its pleasant atmosphere and panoramic city views.
- Wall Street (Bar & Restaurant)Wall Street is a lively restaurant and bar inspired by the energy of New York. The venue offers a wide selection of steaks, burgers and cocktails.
- Line BrewLine Brew is one of the most famous steakhouses and breweries in Astana. Known for its high-quality steaks and house-brewed beer.
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Harat’s Irish PubHarat’s Irish Pub is a well-known international pub chain offering a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Guests can enjoy a wide variety of beers, classic pub food, and live music events. - Qazaq Gourmet (Restaurant)Qazaq Gourmet is a fine dining restaurant that presents traditional Kazakh cuisine in a modern and elegant style. The restaurant focuses on high-quality local ingredients and contemporary interpretations of national dishes.
- Tanuki (Restaurant)Tanuki is a popular Japanese restaurant chain known for sushi, rolls, ramen, and other Asian dishes. The restaurant combines modern interior design with a large menu and is a favorite place for lovers of Japanese cuisine.
- Navat (Restaurant)Navat is a Central Asian restaurant chain famous for its authentic Central Asian cuisine. The interior is inspired by traditional nomadic culture, creating a warm and unique dining atmosphere.
- Sandyq (Restaurant)Sandyq is one of the best-known restaurants of traditional Kazakh cuisine in Astana. The restaurant carefully preserves national culinary traditions while presenting them in a refined and authentic setting.
- Tary (Kazakh Cuisine & Coffee Place)A cozy café focused on modern interpretations of Kazakh cuisine.
- GolPas (Sports Bar)A sports-themed bar where visitors can watch live matches on big screens while enjoying drinks and snacks.
Immerse in Astana's cultural heritage
The National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan is the youngest and largest museum in Central Asia. The museum was established in the framework of the Cultural Heritage State Programme on behalf of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Nursultan Nazarbayev. Museum is composed of the following halls: Hall of Astana; Hall of Independent Kazakhstan; Hall of Gold; Hall of Ancient and Medieval History; the Hall of History; Ethnography Hall; and Halls of Modern Art.
In this museum, there are original and unique archival documents. Among the exhibits are various gifts presented to the president, rare book editions, many of which are signed by the authors themselves. There are many other interesting items related to the historical moments of the country.
Everyday Palace conducts excursions, concerts and various performances. There is opera hall for 1500 seats and Egypt Exhibition. On the 6th floor of the Palace is the Center for Contemporary Art "KULANSHI", in which you can see the originals of lithographs by Dali, Picasso and Chagall.
The museum is located in a building that was built in 1946. The museum consists of 6 rooms, where there are more than 5 thousand exhibits. Most of them are personal things of the poet, copies of rare archival documents.
The main symbol of Astana and one of the most famous landmarks in Kazakhstan. The tower offers a panoramic view of the city from its observation deck located inside the golden sphere.
The largest mosque in Central Asia and one of the largest in the world, opened in 2022. It is famous for its massive blue dome and 130-meter minarets.
The gallery hosts regular exhibitions of Kazakhstani and international artists, presenting paintings, sculptures, photography, and modern installations. Exhibitions change every few months, so visitors can see new projects throughout the year.
Parks & Walking
find information on astana's parks, gardens, and walking trails, perfect for relaxation, exercise, and enjoying the outdoors. explore the city's green spaces and scenic routes.
Unearth Astana's shopping treasures
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