Almaty travel guide
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You're Going to Love Almaty
With 2,00 million inhabitants, Almaty is the most populous city in Kazakhstan. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Almaty has to offer.
Activities & attractions in Almaty
Where to Eat in Almaty
If you’re looking for affordable options, Vista Restaurant - The Ritz-Carlton Almaty (Esentai Tower, 77/7 Al Farabi Avenue) and SEVEN Restaurant & Bar - The Ritz-Carlton Almaty (Esentai Tower, 77/7 Al Farabi Avenue) are great picks.
When to visit Almaty
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Almaty in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 17.6 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in April, when precipitation is around 3.5″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Almaty, with an average rainfall of 0.8″.
How to Get to Almaty
Plane
When flying to Almaty, you’ll arrive at Almaty (ALA), which is located 14 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Almaty from the United States departs from New York and takes around 19h 30m.
Airports near Almaty
Airlines serving Almaty
Where to stay in Almaty
From 5-star hotels such as the Rixos Almaty Hotel to great affordable options like the D'Rami, Almaty offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $50 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $177 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Almaty
Most booked hotels in Almaty
Renting a car in Almaty
Renting a car in Almaty costs $83 per day, on average, or $332 if you want to rent if for 4 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 40% cheaper than airport locations in Almaty.
The most frequently booked car type in Almaty is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are, on average, 33% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.