Family Fun in Almaty: 1-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Exploring Almaty

Almaty, Kazakhstan

8:00AM

Breakfast at Café Sultana

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Café Sultana where you can try traditional Kazakh dishes like Baursaks (fried dough balls) and fresh bread with jam.
Head towards the café located in the city center.
KZT 3000, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Panfilov Park

After breakfast, stroll through Panfilov Park, which is perfect for families, and explore the iconic Zenkov Cathedral nestled within the greenery.
It's a short 10-minute walk from the café.
Free, 1.5 hours

11:00AM

Museum of National Musical Instruments

Next, head to the Museum of National Musical Instruments where children can see and hear various traditional instruments.
A brisk 5-minute walk from Panfilov Park.
KZT 1500, 1 hour

12:30PM

Lunch at Halyk Kаптарал

Enjoy a family-friendly lunch at Halyk Kaptaрал, known for its variety of dumplings and soups that are sure to please every palate.
A 10-minute taxi ride from the museum.
KZT 4000, 1 hour

2:00PM

Almaty Zoo

Post-lunch, take the kids to Almaty Zoo, where they can learn about and see local wildlife, making for an educational and enjoyable afternoon.
A 15-minute taxi ride from the restaurant.
KZT 2000, 3 hours

5:30PM

Visit Kok Tobe

End the day with a trip to Kok Tobe, a hilltop park offering stunning views of the city and fun activities for kids including a small petting zoo.
Take a short taxi ride (20 minutes) to the base of Kok Tobe, then a cable car ride up.
KZT 1000 + KZT 1500 (cable car), 2 hours

7:30PM

Dinner at The 1900

Finish your day with a delightful dinner at The 1900, which serves a mix of international cuisine and local specialties, catering to all tastes.
A 15-minute taxi ride back to the city center.
KZT 5000, 1.5 hours
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