Samal-1 Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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Zenkov Cathedral

4/5(1 review)

You can learn about the history of Almaty with a trip to Zenkov Cathedral. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.

Zenkov Cathedral
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Big Almaty Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Big Almaty Lake during your travels in Almaty. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Big Almaty Lake
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National Museum of Kazakhstan

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at National Museum of Kazakhstan during your trip to Almaty. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.

National Museum of Kazakhstan
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Central State Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Central State Museum during your trip to Almaty. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.

Central State Museum
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MEGA Park

You can search for that perfect souvenir at MEGA Park during your stay in Almaty.

MEGA Park
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Almaty Opera House

You can enjoy a show at Almaty Opera House during your stay in Almaty. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.

Almaty Opera House

Activities

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Almaty City Walking Tour

AU$101
Per adult
Almaty City Walking Tour
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Small Group Tour Big Almaty Lake and Alma Arasan

AU$603
Per adult
Small Group Tour Big Almaty Lake and Alma Arasan
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Altyn emel 2 days tour. (Singing dune, AkTau, KattyTau)

AU$1,307
Per adult
Altyn emel 2 days tour. (Singing dune, AkTau, KattyTau)
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Our pick of the best Samal-1 Hotel Deals

Grand Hotel Eurasia
Grand Hotel Eurasia
4 out of 5
Zholdasbekov str 9A, Almaty
Fully refundable
The price is AU$102 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
AU$102
per night
31 May - 1 Jun
Stay at this 4-star ski hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Dostyk Plaza and Central State Museum are located ...
5/10 (19 reviews)
Worst Hospitality
"It was worst staying , there is no room service for cleaning, no hot water coming to shower. After multiple complaints also staff ignored. Zero recommendations"

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2024

Grand Hotel Eurasia
Novotel Almaty City Center
Novotel Almaty City Center
4 out of 5
Dostyk Avenue 104 A, Almaty
The price is AU$260 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
AU$260
per night
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Kok Tobe Cable Car and Colibri are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (93 reviews)
"After a few years going backwards, it seems this hotel took a new air (management) and is going back on track. The location is ideal, yet, they have to do something with the car entrance. On weekends the small street leading to the hotel is used as a parking lot for the theater beside and the cable ..."

Reviewed on 10 Mar. 2024

Novotel Almaty City Center
Hotel Kazakhstan
Hotel Kazakhstan
4 out of 5
Dostyk ave 52/2, Almaty
The price is AU$184 per night from 8 Jun to 9 Jun
AU$184
per night
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (153 reviews)
"Stayed one night before leaving Kazakhstan. Comfortable bed and convenient location"

Reviewed on 17 May 2024

Hotel Kazakhstan
Ibis Almaty Jetisu
Ibis Almaty Jetisu
3.5 out of 5
Abylai Khan Avenue 55, Almaty
The price is AU$184 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
AU$184
per night
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Gabit Musrepov Kazakh Theatre ...
9/10 Wonderful! (51 reviews)
"Very comfortable and convenient location."

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Ibis Almaty Jetisu
Holiday Inn ALMATY, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn ALMATY, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
Timiryazev 2 D, Almaty
The price is AU$157 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
AU$157
per night
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (236 reviews)
"Need new carpet"

Reviewed on 3 May 2024

Holiday Inn ALMATY, an IHG Hotel
Novotel Living Almaty Jetisu
Novotel Living Almaty Jetisu
3 out of 5
Abylai Khan Avenue 55, Almaty
The price is AU$279 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
AU$279
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Gabit Musrepov Kazakh Theatre ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
"지금까지 숙박했던 노보텔 중 가장 깔끔하고 시설도 편리했습니다. 다만, 업무 출장이었는데, 인터넷 속도 문제로 약간 답답함을 느꼈습니다."

Reviewed on 13 Mar. 2024

Novotel Living Almaty Jetisu
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Other neighbourhoods around Samal-1

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Koktem-2 Micro District

While there might not be top attractions in Koktem-2 Micro District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Almaty Central Stadium and National Museum of Kazakhstan.

Koktem-2 Micro District
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Almaly District

While you're in Almaly District, take in top sights like MEGA Park and jump on the metro at Almaly to see more of the city.

Almaly District
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Malaya Stantsiya

While Malaya Stantsiya may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Almaty Zoo and 28 Panfilov Heroes Memorial Park.

Malaya Stantsiya
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Jetysu District

When in Jetysu District, you can plan a visit to MEGA Park and Zenkov Cathedral, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Jetysu District
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Bostandyk District

If you're spending some time in Bostandyk District, Almaty Central Stadium and Big Almaty Lake are top sights worth seeing.

Bostandyk District
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Auezov District

When in Auezov District, you can plan a visit to Almaty Central Stadium and MEGA Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Auezov District

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