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Almaty
Almaty · July 21, 2026
25 Free Things to Do in Almaty
Twenty-five free (and nearly free) things to do in Almaty: parks, cathedrals, markets, viewpoints and trails, with honest notes on what costs a little.
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Panfilov Park & the Ascension Cathedral
The story and practicalities of Almaty’s Ascension (Zenkov) Cathedral and Panfilov Park: the wooden cathedral, the war memorial and the music museum.
July 20, 2026
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Almaty Airport Guide: Arrivals, SIMs & City Transfers
A practical guide to arriving at Almaty airport: terminals, passport control, SIM cards, money and the cheapest safe ways into the city.
July 19, 2026
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Getting Around Almaty: Metro, Buses & Yandex Go
Metro, buses, trains, taxis and Yandex Go: how to get around Almaty cheaply, including the Onay card and the ornate metro stations worth seeing.
July 18, 2026
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Arasan Baths: Almaty’s Grand Soviet Spa
A first-timer's guide to the Arasan Baths in Almaty: the saunas, prices, etiquette, what to bring and the venik ritual that matters.
July 17, 2026
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Almaty Nightlife: Bars, Clubs & Live Music
Bars, clubs, live music and rooftops: a candid guide to a night out in Almaty, including prices, dress codes, face control and getting home…
July 16, 2026
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The Best Restaurants in Almaty Right Now
The best places to eat in Almaty by cuisine and price: Kazakh, Korean, Uyghur, Georgian and more, with what to order and where to…
July 15, 2026
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Green Bazaar: A Guide to Almaty’s Great Market
A stall-by-stall guide to Almaty’s Green Bazaar: horse meat, kurt, dried fruit and Korean salads, plus hours, haggling and etiquette.
July 14, 2026
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Kok Tobe: Almaty’s Mountain Playground
A guide to Kok Tobe hill: the cable car, the Beatles statue, the TV tower, the rides, the food and the city views, and…
July 13, 2026