Uzbekistan
The region’s cradle of culture for more than two millennia, Uzbekistan is the proud home to a spellbinding arsenal of architecture and ancient cities, all deeply infused with the bloody, fascinating history of the Silk Road. In terms of sights alone, Uzbekistan is Central Asia's biggest draw and most impressive showstopper.
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Top places to visit in Uzbekistan
Discover the best attractions in Uzbekistan from must-see sights to unexpected hidden gems.
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Attraction in SamarkandShah-i-Zinda -
Attraction in SamarkandTilla-Kari Medressa -
Attraction in KhivaIchon-Qala -
Attraction in SamarkandGur-e-Amir Mausoleum -
Attraction in SamarkandUlugbek Medressa -
Attraction in SamarkandSher Dor Medressa -
Attraction in TashkentHistory Museum of the People of Uzbekistan
Travel Guides
Uzbekistan travel tips from Lonely Planet experts
Find practical guidance from our team of contributors around the world who bring their decades of first-hand travel experience to your next trip.
Best Things to Do
From skiing and wine-tasting to exploring the historic cities of the Silk Road, you’ll never be short of things to do in Uzbekistan.
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Best Time to Visit
Whether you're looking for adventure experiences, budget travel opportunities, or exciting cultural festivals, here are the best times to visit Uzbekistan.
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Things to Know
Get essential Uzbekistan travel tips on visas, trains, customs and safety before you visit Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara and beyond.
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Transportation
Train, plane, shared taxi or your own car? There are many ways to get around Uzbekistan. Here’s a full guide to them.
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Best Road Trips
Uzbekistan has been the setting for some of Asia’s most important road trips. Follow the network of Silk Roads with these driving routes.
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Money and Costs
Experience everything the Silk Road has to offer in Uzbekistan, one of Asia’s most affordable destinations.
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Traveling with Kids
Experience the Silk Road as a family with this guide to exploring Uzbekistan with kids.
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Best Places to Visit
Uzbekistan is the romance of the Silk Road condensed into a country. Here are the top places to visit.
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Spending Diaries
A bucket-list trip to Central Asia for €2400 – and worth every cent.
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