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A red flag above Ala-Too Square, with flowerbeds and fountain basins stretching in front of the buildings.
25 August 2021 · Ala-Too Square

Bishkek

A city base for museums, squares and a walk through the market.

  • From Manas airportTransfer by arrangement
  • Centre on footSquares and museums nearby
  • Ala-Archa and BuranaAnother trip: Ata-Beyit
  • All yearDress for the season
  • 130 stays in the area64 options within 1.5 km
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8 places from the centre outwards

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  1. A red flag above Ala-Too Square, with flowerbeds and fountain basins stretching in front of the buildings.25.08.2021

    ≈0 km on foot1 / 8

    Ala-Too Square

    On footDuring the day or evening

    A flag, flowerbeds and fountain basins stand out on Ala-Too Square.

    Walk around the square

    Place page →

    Next History museum →
  2. A model yurt, rugs and household objects in a museum room under artificial lighting.27.05.2011

    ≈0.3 km on foot2 / 8

    History museum

    On footDuring museum opening hours

    Exhibitions on Kyrgyzstan’s history and culture. Check opening hours and exhibitions before visiting.

    Ask at the ticket office about hours and tickets

    Place page →

    Next Victory Square →
  3. A wide paved square leads to an arched memorial beneath low grey clouds.17.09.2024

    ≈1.4 km on foot3 / 8

    Victory Square

    On footDuring the day or evening

    A memorial complex with arches and a square for an unhurried visit.

    Walk around the memorial

    Place page →

    Next: Resurrection Cathedral →
  4. A pale bell tower with arched openings and a tall blue spire rises beside the trees.

    ≈1.4 km on foot4 / 8

    Resurrection Cathedral

    On footOutside service times

    An Orthodox cathedral with white walls and blue domes. Allow for service times.

    Ask about the rules at the entrance

    Place page →

    Next: Osh Bazaar →
  5. Patterned rugs, bags and souvenirs displayed at the entrance to a small market shop.27.04.2025

    3 km by road5 / 8

    Osh Bazaar

    Taxi; confirm journey timeDuring market opening hours

    A market stall with rugs, bags and souvenirs. Ask sellers about the range and prices.

    Ask sellers about prices

    Place page →

    Next Ala-Archa →
  6. © OpenStreetMap
    stage on the map© OpenStreetMap

    41 km by road6 / 8

    Ala-Archa National Park

    By car, about 50–85 minWeather permitting; confirm access

    The road from town leads to the Ala-Archa trailheads. Continue on foot in the gorge; check vehicle entry, snow and trail conditions.

    Check journey time with stops, opening hours and entry

    Next: Burana Tower →
  7. A brick tower with patterned bands rises above a green area beneath a blue sky.

    72 km by road7 / 8

    Burana Tower

    By car, about 65–120 minWeather permitting; confirm access

    A brick tower and stone statues near Tokmok. Walk around the grounds and explore the complex; confirm entry and access to the tower.

    Check journey time with stops, opening hours and entry

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    Next: Ata-Beyit →
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    stage on the map© OpenStreetMap

    23 km by road8 / 8

    Ata-Beyit

    By car, about 20–45 minWeather permitting; confirm access

    A memorial complex near Tash-Dobo. Include the drive in a trip from Bishkek; confirm visiting hours and access routes.

    Check journey time with stops, opening hours and entry

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    Next Bishkek: four seasons ↓

Seasons

Bishkek: four seasons

Things to do in and around town throughout the year. Monthly temperatures are averages for 2016–2025, not a forecast.

  1. Based on a photo by Incall, CC BY-SA 4.0, modified

    Spring

    March–May

    Walks and a raincoat

    • MarchBishkek +11° / −1°
    • AprilBishkek +18° / +5°
    • MayBishkek +23° / +9°

  2. Summer

    June–August

    Walks in the morning or evening

    • JuneBishkek +27° / +14°
    • JulyBishkek +30° / +17°
    • AugustBishkek +28° / +16°

  3. Autumn

    September–November

    Squares, museums and a raincoat

    • SeptemberBishkek +24° / +12°
    • OctoberBishkek +16° / +4°
    • NovemberBishkek +9° / −3°
  4. Based on a photo by Incall, CC BY-SA 4.0, modified

    Winter

    December–February

    Museums and warm clothes

    • DecemberBishkek +4° / −7°
    • JanuaryBishkek +3° / −8°
    • FebruaryBishkek +5° / −7°

Where it is

Location
Bishkek
Coordinates
42.88° N, 74.60° E

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Getting there

Getting here and getting around town

How to get there

  • From Manas airport

    Transfer; confirm time

    Arrange a transfer to your accommodation in advance. Agree the price and time before travelling.

Getting around town

  • On foot. A walk is a convenient way to link the centre’s squares and museums.
  • Marshrutkas. Ask the driver about the route
  • Taxi. Confirm the price and pick-up point before travelling.
  • Apps. Check the fare before booking

Money, SIM cards and help

  • Cash. Bring small banknotes
  • SIM and eSIM. Check the tariff in the shop
  • Water. Bring water with you
  • Help. Ask at your hotel for help

Check in advance

  • Airport transport prices and timetables
  • Museum entrances, opening hours and tickets
  • Accommodation prices and local mobile service

Check on site

  • Opening hours, tickets and current exhibitions At the museum ticket office
  • Airport transfer and price At your accommodation
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Accommodation

Where to stay: 64 of 130 places are within 1.5 km of the centre

1 km1.5 kmAGUPKRPark Hotel BishkekAltyn-SarayhotelTouristan hotelB&B Dolonsky 78 - Guglielmo FurlanInterhouse City Center - HostelVersal HotelInterhouse BishkekAstor HotelDos GuesthouseguesthouseCapsuleHotelInterhouse Bishkek hotel & hostelguesthouseguesthouseFlagmanCentral HostelFlagmanSilk Way HostelHoliday HostelHouseBallroom HallKGBAstoria GardenhostelKaganat HostelNovotel Bishkek City CenterhostelhostelInterIzzihostelBodo HostelFive HotelFreedom hotelQlife HostelSK HotelSk HotelOloloYurt hostelOrion HotelPristine HotelCompass Hostel SydykovaKerege HostelCompass HostelKyrgyz Altyn HotelSemeteySilk RoadRamada Hotel BishkekCentral Park ResidentShah PalaceSilk Road LodgeGuesthouse TravelerHausJibek-Jolu Guest HousePlaza Hotel BishkekSolutelAmbassador HotelRivieraSheratonCLUB HOTELEvropa HotelSakura GuesthouseNomads HomehotelU LvovHourly hotelHotelHotelussr hostelsky hostelAdam i EvaDamas HotelVostok-5 HotelhotelhostelNavat HotelhotelHostel 4UhostelSeven Hotel BishkekMy HotelPravda281 HotelhotelHyatt Regency BishkekSmart HotelDostukKing HouseDamas HotelArdager GuesthouseAsia MountainsSalut HotelGrand HotelYin-YangHostel 23cHostel 23 - 56B appt. no.Hostel 23hostelBishkek homestelBishkek HomestelBoorsokhostelBugu HotelLotos GuesthouseTimiryazevaMadison Ave Hotel BishkekguesthouseCamelot HotelGoldenhotelBridges HotelPeople guesthouseKushtarRich HotelSoluxe Hotel centre
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How many places

130 on the map

24 guesthouses43 hostels61 hotels2 other

Within 1.5 km from the centre
64 of 130

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Bishkek in photos

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  3. 27.05.2011
  4. 18.07.2018
  5. 25.08.2021
  6. 17.09.2024
  7. 27.04.2025

Bishkek on the map

8 places · from 0 to 72 km

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