Alatau District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

A trip to Almaty, Kazakhstan isn't complete without a day trip to Big Almaty Lake. Wear layers as the lake is over 8000 ft above sea level

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
Almaty is a frozen land in the winter. This cathedral is one of the main sites in the center of the city.

28 Panfilov Heroes Memorial Park

28 Panfilov Heroes Memorial Park is just one of the places to see in Almaty, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's mountain views and spas.

28 Panfilov Heroes Memorial Park

Medeu Skating Rink

Catch an event at Medeu Skating Rink during your trip to Almaty. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.

Medeu Skating Rink

Almaty Arena

Catch an event at Almaty Arena during your trip to Almaty.

Almaty Arena

Zenkov Cathedral

After visiting Zenkov Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Almaty. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.

Zenkov Cathedral

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

Kolsai Kaindy Lakes with Charyn Canyons day tour

Kolsai Kaindy Lakes with Charyn Canyons Day Tour (lunch included)

AU$418
per adult
Kolsai Kaindy Lakes with Charyn Canyons Day Tour (lunch included)
Almaty city tour and Medeu-Shymbulak-Koktobe-Green Bazar

Almaty city tour and Medeu-Shymbulak-Koktobe-Green Bazar

AU$69
per adult
Almaty city tour and Medeu-Shymbulak-Koktobe-Green Bazar
Enjoy The Beauty of Kolsay Lake and Sharyn Grand Canyon

Kolsay Lake and Charyn Grand Canyon

AU$106
per adult
Kolsay Lake and Charyn Grand Canyon
Treasures of Almaty lakes Kaindy and Kolsai,Charyn Canyon VIP car

Treasures of Almaty lakes Kaindy and Kolsai,Charyn Canyon VIP car

AU$69
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Treasures of Almaty lakes Kaindy and Kolsai,Charyn Canyon VIP car
Kolsai and Kaindy Lakes with Charyn Canyons Day Trip

Kolsai and Kaindy Lakes with Charyn Canyons Day Trip

AU$81
per adult
Kolsai and Kaindy Lakes with Charyn Canyons Day Trip
Private Tour in Big Almaty Lake

Big Almaty Lake tour private or group by car or hiking

AU$81
per adult
Big Almaty Lake tour private or group by car or hiking
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Our pick of the best Alatau District Hotel Deals

Rim Grand Hotel

Rim Grand Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Severnoe kolco 168 Almaty Almaty
The price is AU$74 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
AU$74
20 Mar - 21 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Gabit Musrepov Kazakh Theatre for Children ...
5.4/10 (3 reviews)
Had to argue with staff for toilet paper and fresh towels. Wet laundry hung in corridor leading to guest rooms and cleaning carts, cleaning supplies in the corridor in plain view also.

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025

Rim Grand Hotel
Hotel Kazakhstan

Hotel Kazakhstan

4 out of 5
Dostyk ave 52/2 Almaty
The price is AU$116 per night from 21 Mar to 22 Mar
AU$116
21 Mar - 22 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (310 reviews)
Very friendly staff

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Hotel Kazakhstan
Almaty Hotel

Almaty Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Kabanbai Batyr str 85 Almaty
The price is AU$150 per night from 28 Mar to 29 Mar
AU$150
28 Mar - 29 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Almaty Opera House and Nedelka Park are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (99 reviews)
All good , restaurant closes early

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Almaty Hotel
Ibis Almaty Jetisu

Ibis Almaty Jetisu

3.5 out of 5
Abylai Khan Avenue 55 Almaty
The price is AU$142 per night from 28 Mar to 29 Mar
AU$142
28 Mar - 29 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Gabit Musrepov Kazakh Theatre for ...
Ibis Almaty Jetisu
Park Hotel Almaty

Park Hotel Almaty

4 out of 5
164, Nursultan Nazarbayev Avenue Almaty
The price is AU$155 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
AU$155
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Lermontov Russian Drama ...
Park Hotel Almaty
Uyut Hotel

Uyut Hotel

4 out of 5
Gogol Street 127/1 Almaty
The price is AU$117 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
AU$117
27 Mar - 28 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions MEGA Park and Gabit Musrepov Kazakh Theatre ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (166 reviews)
Very clean rooms, nice breakfast, and helpful staff!

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Uyut Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Alatau District

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Jetysu District

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

Jetysu District
Almaty

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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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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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 Republic Square.

Koktem-2 Micro District
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Malaya Stanitsa

While Malaya Stanitsa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Central Park of Culture and Leisure and MEGA Park.

Malaya Stanitsa
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Samal-1

While visiting Samal-1, you might make a stop by sights like National Museum of Kazakhstan and Central State Museum.

Samal-1

Alatau District Travel Guide

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