Alatau District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Alatau District
Popular places to visit
![Big Almaty Lake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/db80b7ddf59098e9588a14706dfd96bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Zenkov Cathedral](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/c84664e780bd452a101ef2bc011b2daa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Zenkov Cathedral
You can learn about the history of Almaty with a trip to Zenkov Cathedral. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.
Medeu Skating Rink
Catch an event at Medeu Skating Rink during your trip to Almaty. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.
MEGA Park
You can search for that perfect souvenir at MEGA Park during your stay in Almaty.
Medeo
Catch an event at Medeo during your trip to Almaty. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
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.
Activities
![Treasures of Almaty lakes Kaindy and Kolsai, Charyn Canyon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47599787/afaf24bd-d73c-49a6-875c-632ffb205f59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Treasures of Almaty lakes Kaindy and Kolsai,Charyn Canyon VIP car
![Kolsai Kaindy Lakes & Charyn Canyon small-group express day tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45901009/285e5f53-693c-4318-a77a-60f0c9f4f5db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Kolsai Kaindy Lakes with Canyons small-group day tour
![The Kolsai Lakes - “The Pearl of the Tien Shan mountains”](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47058662/cde79a42-4959-43e0-a878-fea07559b24c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Tour in Almaty Kaindy Lake and Kolsai Lake via Charyn Canyon
![Full Day City Tour of Almaty in Medeu, Shymbulak and Koktobe](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47222054/1c25e13e-0cf5-49ee-9991-eaba6bc4f23e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Full Day City Tour of Almaty in Medeu, Shymbulak and Koktobe
Our pick of the best Alatau District Hotel Deals
![Hotel Kazakhstan](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2240000/2232600/2232593/e1db4d87_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 8 Feb. 2025
![Holiday Inn ALMATY, an IHG Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1910000/1906500/1906489/20b79b15_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 27 Dec. 2024
![Novotel Almaty City Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32540000/32533900/32533816/33c5dc41_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 25 Sep. 2024
![Park Hotel Almaty](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4120000/4115600/4115549/17f74a73_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 18 Jan. 2025
![Park Dedeman Almaty](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101060000/101055900/101055856/923cd60e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 30 Nov. 2024
![Swissôtel Wellness Resort Alatau Almaty](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71040000/71039900/71039818/732ec9ae_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 23 Oct. 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Alatau District
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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.
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Auezov District
When in Auezov District, you can plan a visit to Medeu Skating Rink and Almaty Central Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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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.
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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.
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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 Almaty Zoo and 28 Panfilov Heroes Memorial Park.
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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.