Walking Tour of Tashkent: Metro, Faith, Markets & Street Life

Discover Tashkent through its metro, religion, markets, and everyday street life on this engaging free walking tour led by a local guide.

The tour begins at Amir Timur Square, the symbolic center of modern Tashkent, before visiting one of the city’s beautifully decorated metro stations and learning how the underground system reflects Soviet ideology and local culture. We continue along Broadway Street to experience street art, youth culture, and the social life of locals.

You will then explore Independence Square, where the story of Uzbekistan’s past and independence comes to life, before heading toward the religious heart of the city at the Hazrati Imam Complex. Here you will learn about Islam in Uzbekistan and its peaceful traditions. The walk continues through Old Town mahalla streets, where traditional houses and courtyards reveal authentic daily life.

The tour ends at Chorsu Bazaar, one of Central Asia’s oldest markets, where trade, food culture, and Silk Road history meet. This tour is ideal for first-time visitors who want real stories, local insight, and a deeper understanding of Tashkent beyond guidebooks.