Bostandyk District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Big Almaty Lake is so close to the city that you can take a taxi to it! Enjoy beautiful views, hiking, and picnic spots #adventure #nature #greatoutdoors
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 (2511m) and can be cold or hot depending on the quickly changing weather. Bring a picnic and enjoy the mountain scenery! #mountains #kazakhstan #lake #travel #nature
Big Almaty Lake is so close to the city that you can take a taxi! Beautiful views, hikes, and picnic spots all around the area #adventure #nature #greatoutdoors

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 Central Stadium

Catch an event at Almaty Central Stadium during your trip to Almaty. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.

Almaty Central Stadium

Republic Square

4/5(1 review)

You can learn about the history of Almaty with a visit to Republic Square. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.

Republic Square

Presidential Palace

You can learn about the history of Almaty with a stop at Presidential Palace. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.

Presidential Palace

First President of Kazakhstan Park

First President of Kazakhstan 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.

First President of Kazakhstan Park

Kazakhstan Independence Monument

4/5(1 review)

You can learn about the history of Almaty with a stop at Kazakhstan Independence Monument. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.

Kazakhstan Independence Monument

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 Bostandyk District Hotel Deals

Park Dedeman Almaty

Park Dedeman Almaty

4 out of 5
Timiryazeva st. 67/A Almaty
Stay at this hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Botanical gardens and Kasteev State Museum of Arts ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (34 reviews)
wonderful and clean, spacious room

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

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Park Dedeman Almaty
Holiday Inn ALMATY by IHG

Holiday Inn ALMATY by IHG

4.5 out of 5
Timiryazev 2 D Almaty
The price is AU$152 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
AU$152
13 Mar - 14 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Holiday Inn ALMATY by IHG
Rahat Palace Hotel

Rahat Palace Hotel

5 out of 5
29/6 St. Satpaev Avenue Almaty
The price is AU$203 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$203
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Kazakhstan Museum of Arts and Kasteev State Museum ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (226 reviews)
Freindly staff, clean , beautiful hotel. The pool area was lovely and a great add on to our very busy stay. Food was great and reception went out of their way to be helpful

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Rahat Palace Hotel
The Ritz-Carlton, Almaty

The Ritz-Carlton, Almaty

5 out of 5
Esentai Tower, 77/7 Al Farabi Avenue Almaty
The price is AU$823 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
AU$823
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Sunkar International Ski Jump Complex and Botanical ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (80 reviews)
Great experience and amazing hospitality by the staff. Made my wife and me feel very welcome.

Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

The Ritz-Carlton, Almaty
InterContinental Almaty by IHG

InterContinental Almaty by IHG

5 out of 5
181 Zheltoksan Street Almaty
The price is AU$386 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$386
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
InterContinental Almaty by IHG
Regardal Hotel

Regardal Hotel

4 out of 5
Pozharskogo Street 1 Almaty
The price is AU$79 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$79
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Almaty Central Stadium and Kazakhstan Museum of Arts ...
Regardal Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Bostandyk 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
Almaty is a frozen land in the winter. This cathedral is one of the main sites in the center of the city.

Medeu District

While visiting Medeu District, you might make a stop by sights like Shymbulak Ski Resort and Medeo.

Medeu District
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Nauryzbay District

Though Nauryzbay District may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like MEGA Alma-Ata and Casino Zodiak.

Nauryzbay District
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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
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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
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

Bostandyk District Travel Guide

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