Travel video guide
Things to Do in Toshkent: All 3 Spots + Addresses
This guide turns Uzbekistan - Why You Should Visit Now & Tashkent Travel Guide from vagabrothers into a practical travel map with 3 saved spots around Shayxontohur tumani, Мирзо Улуғбек тумани, and Тоshkent. The mapped places include a historical place, a hotel, and a subway station. Use it to understand the places, food notes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
vagabrothers were fascinated by the blend of Soviet history and ancient Silk Road heritage found throughout Tashkent. They were particularly excited to be among the first people ever to film the city's ornate metro stations, which had been closed to photography for over 40 years. The duo concluded that Uzbekistan is a rapidly reforming 'undiscovered gem' that offers a unique intersection of global history and delicious cuisine.
What this map is good for
- Planning a historical place stop or short itinerary in Shayxontohur tumani.
- Seeing where the mapped places sit together before choosing what to visit first.
- Saving 3 mapped spots into Varedelo so the list stays usable on the ground.
- Using the original video as context, then turning it into a clean place-by-place map.
Featured spots on this map
- Alisher Navoi
Subway Station in Botir Zokirov ko'chasi, Тоshkent, Toshkent Viloyati, Uzbekistan, Тоshkent, Toshkent Viloyati, Uzbekistan - Hotel Uzbekistan
Hotel in Mirzamakhmud Musakhanov Street 45, Тоshkent, Toshkent, Uzbekistan, Мирзо Улуғбек тумани, Toshkent, Uzbekistan - Chorsu Bazaar
Historical Place in Tafakkur ko'chasi 57, Тоshkent, Toshkent, Uzbekistan, Shayxontohur tumani, Toshkent, Uzbekistan
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- ploof (pilaf)
- lamb meat
- horse sausage
- quail
- yellow carrots
- chickpeas
- raisins
- yogurt
- 1 more included in the app.
Experiences captured
- visited the main square and Amir Temur statue
- viewed the Soviet-era Hotel Uzbekistan
- rode the Tashkent Metro
- filmed inside the previously restricted Cosmonaut Station
- explored the Alisher Navoi metro station
- visited the Islamabad Center of Ploof
- observed massive 440kg cooking pots of rice
Planning notes for Tashkent
Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan, is a city with over 2,200 years of documented history. Located in the northeastern part of the country, it serves as the most populous urban center in Central Asia as of 2026. Historical Heritage Tashkent originated as an oasis settlement on the Chirchiq River and evolved into a central hub on the Silk Road, facilitating trade between Europe and East Asia. Throughout its timeline, it has been governed by several entities, including the Arab Caliphate.
Must-try foods nearby
- Tashkent-style Plov (Toy Oshi)
The undisputed king of Uzbek cuisine, Tashkent's 'Wedding Plov' is distinct for being lighter and less oily than other regional varieties. - Naryn (Norin)
A Tashkent specialty that no local would ever miss. This dish consists of hand-pulled. - Tandoor Somsa
While found throughout Uzbekistan, Tashkent's somsa are legendary for their flaky, multi-layered pastry baked in a vertical clay oven (tandoor). - Shashlik (Chigatoy Style)
Tashkent is famous for its shashlik culture, particularly in the Chigatoy district. - Tashkent Salad
A nostalgic and iconic dish specifically named after the city. It’s a hearty salad made with boiled beef tongue, green radish, and fried onions.
When to go: The best time to visit Tashkent is during the shoulder seasons of spring (April to May) and autumn (September to October) when the weather is mild and pleasant for sightseeing. You should avoid the extreme heat of July and August.
Local tips
- Download the Yandex Go app to secure reliable, fixed-rate taxi rides across the city as street hailing often involves unregulated pricing.
- Always carry your passport and keep all paper registration slips provided by your hotels, as these are required for police checks and departure.
- Treat bread as sacred by never placing it upside down on the table and always tearing it by hand rather than cutting it with a knife.
- Remove your shoes before entering a local home or traditional restaurant and use your right hand when giving or receiving objects.
What travelers are noticing
- New Cultural Landmarks: The official 2026 opening phase of the Center for Islamic Civilization and the Center for Contemporary Art, positioning Tashkent as a regional art hub.
- Sustainable Urbanism: The 'New Tashkent' project expansion and the introduction of a new environmental sticker system for vehicles to reduce city emissions.
- Major Sporting Events: Hosting the 2026 Judo Grand Slam at the Humo Arena (February) and the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup (October).
Extra place context
- Hotel Uzbekistan
An architectural icon of Soviet Modernism, this 17-story Brutalist masterpiece was completed in 1974. Its most distinctive feature is the curved, honeycomb-like facade known as a 'panjara' (concrete lattice).
architecture - Chorsu Bazaar
The quintessential Tashkent shopping experience, located under a massive blue mosaic dome. By 2026, it remains the heart of local trade where you can find everything from 'kurut' (dried cheese) to intricate ikat fabrics.
shopping - Chorsu Bazaar
Known for: Naryn (Norin). Mentioned as a must-try spot in top foods.
food - Chorsu Bazaar
Known for: Halva and Dried Fruits. Mentioned as a must-try spot in top foods.
food
Planning questions
What are the best spots in Toshkent from this video?
This guide maps all 3 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan your trip to Toshkent.
What are the must-try foods in Toshkent?
Creator picks from the video include ploof (pilaf), lamb meat, horse sausage, quail. Open the map in Varedelo to see which spot each one is at.
Can I save these spots to use on my trip?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save every spot, get directions, and revisit the guide from your phone while you travel.
Use it on your trip
Save this travel map before you go
Keep the mapped spots, creator context, food notes, and planning details together. Varedelo turns the page into a phone-friendly map you can revisit when you are choosing where to go.