Alatau District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Zenkov Cathedral

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
Big Almaty Lake

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

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 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

MEGA Park

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

MEGA Park

Medeo

4/5(1 review)

Catch an event at Medeo during your trip to Almaty. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.

Medeo

Activities

Treasures of Almaty lakes Kaindy and Kolsai, Charyn Canyon

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

AU$91
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Treasures of Almaty lakes Kaindy and Kolsai,Charyn Canyon VIP car
Kolsai Kaindy Lakes & Charyn Canyon small-group express day tour

Kolsai Kaindy Lakes with Canyons small-group day tour

AU$93
per adult
Kolsai Kaindy Lakes with Canyons small-group day tour
Kolsai Lake and Charyn Canyon Day Trip

Kolsai Lake and Charyn Canyon Day Trip

AU$68
per adult
Kolsai Lake and Charyn Canyon Day Trip
The Kolsai Lakes - “The Pearl of the Tien Shan mountains”

Tour in Almaty Kaindy Lake and Kolsai Lake via Charyn Canyon

AU$866
per traveller
Tour in Almaty Kaindy Lake and Kolsai Lake via Charyn Canyon
Full Day City Tour of Almaty in Medeu, Shymbulak and Koktobe

Full Day City Tour of Almaty in Medeu, Shymbulak and Koktobe

AU$118
per adult
Full Day City Tour of Almaty in Medeu, Shymbulak and Koktobe
Full Day Guided Almaty City Tour

Full Day Guided Almaty City Tour

AU$55
per adult
Full Day Guided Almaty City Tour
See all activities in Almaty

Our pick of the best Alatau District Hotel Deals

Hotel Kazakhstan
Hotel Kazakhstan
4 out of 5
Dostyk ave 52/2, Almaty
The price is AU$178 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
AU$178
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
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! (203 reviews)
"Very conveniently located property. Awesome breakfast spread"

Reviewed on 8 Feb. 2025

Hotel Kazakhstan
Novotel Almaty City Center
Novotel Almaty City Center
4 out of 5
Dostyk Avenue 104 A, Almaty
The price is AU$242 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
AU$242
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
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! (119 reviews)
"Wonderful stay"

Reviewed on 25 Sep. 2024

Novotel Almaty City Center
Holiday Inn ALMATY by IHG
Holiday Inn ALMATY by IHG
4.5 out of 5
Timiryazev 2 D, Almaty
The price is AU$144 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$144
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very good! (258 reviews)
"The staff were excellant and helpfull."

Reviewed on 27 Dec. 2024

Holiday Inn ALMATY by IHG
Park Dedeman Almaty
Park Dedeman Almaty
4 out of 5
Timiryazeva st. 67/A, Almaty
The price is AU$158 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$158
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Kasteev State Museum of Arts and Kazakhstan ...
9/10 Wonderful! (13 reviews)
"Park Dedeman Almaty offers superior experience services compared to the average Almaty hotel. The English-speaking staff facilitated smooth communication. While the room was clean and comfortable, I think it could benefit more from additional amenities to improve and meet international hotel standards. ..."

Reviewed on 30 Nov. 2024

Park Dedeman Almaty
Grand Mildom Hotel
Grand Mildom Hotel
3.5 out of 5
172 Dostyk Ave, Almaty
The price is AU$192 per night from 14 Mar to 15 Mar
AU$192
includes taxes & fees
14 Mar - 15 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Dostyk Plaza and Central State ...
8.2/10 Very good! (30 reviews)
"Everything is perfect but the only thing the breakfast area is too small for that many guests and a little bit pricey"

Reviewed on 2 Nov. 2024

Grand Mildom 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$868 per night from 21 Mar to 22 Mar
AU$868
includes taxes & fees
21 Mar - 22 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Kasteev State Museum of Arts and Kazakhstan ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (74 reviews)
"Very nice hotel with excellent staff! The rooms are nice but starting to show their age. Breakfast buffet is great but the restaurants could be better ( for the $ )."

Reviewed on 4 Oct. 2024

The Ritz-Carlton, Almaty
See all 292 properties in Alatau District
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Alatau District

Default Image

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
Default Image

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
Default Image

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
Default Image

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 Dostyk Plaza.

Koktem-2 Micro District
Default Image

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 Cathedral and Zenkov Cathedral.

Malaya Stanitsa
Default Image

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

Choose two or more items and save on your trip: