Where to Go in Almaty in Spring

The Best Places to Visit in Almaty This Spring:  

Nature and Mountains:

• Shymbulak: Take the cable car up above the clouds.
• Butakovka Gorge: An excellent destination for hiking and scenic walks.
• Big Almaty Lake: The lake is especially beautiful in spring.
• Medeu: Go ice skating in early spring or simply enjoy the fresh mountain air.

Parks and Walks:

• Main Botanical Garden: The perfect place to see cherry blossoms, tulips, and magnolias in bloom.
• Kok Tobe Park: Panoramic city views, a zoo, and amusement rides.
• Park of 28 Panfilov Guardsmen: Historic surroundings, peaceful avenues, and the wooden Ascension Cathedral.
• Terrenkur Trail: A scenic route along the Malaya Almatinka River, ideal for walking and jogging.

Culture and Entertainment:  

• Ykhlas Museum of Folk Musical Instruments: Engaging guided tours and a fascinating collection of traditional instruments.
• Fantasy World Almaty: An amusement park for both children and adults.
• Green Bazaar: A great place to buy local delicacies such as nuts, dried fruit, and kurt.

Day Trips from Almaty:  

• Charyn Canyon: Enjoy hiking before the intense summer heat arrives.
• Turgen Gorge: Discover waterfalls and fresh spring greenery.

Spring in Almaty is the perfect time for walking, so be sure to explore the city’s parks and head into the mountains at the weekend.