Samarkand
Samarkand

Samarkand Travel Guide 2026: Top Attractions, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | July 2026

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Things to do in Samarkand

What to do

Looking for things to do in Samarkand? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Registan Square
Registan Square
4.8/537 Reviews
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Historic landmark
Night view
Shah-i-Zinda necropolis
Shah-i-Zinda necropolis
4.7/58 Reviews
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Historic landmark
Night view
Amir Temur Mausoleum Gur-i Amir Сomplex
Amir Temur Mausoleum Gur-i Amir Сomplex
4.0/54 Reviews
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Historic landmark
Bibi-Khanym Mosque
Bibi-Khanym Mosque
4.7/514 Reviews
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Historic landmark
Observatory of Ulugbek
Observatory of Ulugbek
4.0/56 Reviews
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Historic landmark
Planetariums
Afrasiyab Museum
Afrasiyab Museum
5.0/55 Reviews
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Historic landmark

Where to stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Samarkand, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Zarafshon Parkside
Zarafshon Parkside
4.8/5170 Reviews
Sangzor Boutique Hotel
Sangzor Boutique Hotel
4.6/5162 Reviews
Savitsky Plaza
Savitsky Plaza
4.3/593 Reviews
Nizamov Hotel
Nizamov Hotel
4.6/544 Reviews
Golden Samarkand Hotel
Golden Samarkand Hotel
4.5/536 Reviews
Siab Boutique Hotel
Siab Boutique Hotel
4.7/566 Reviews
DiliMah Premium Luxury
DiliMah Premium Luxury
4.7/542 Reviews
Muhayyo guest house
Muhayyo guest house
4.9/561 Reviews
Mustafa Hotel
Mustafa Hotel
5.0/52 Reviews

What to eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Samarkand dishes and foodie spots.
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Zargaron Restaurant
Zargaron Restaurant
5.0/52 Reviews
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Western cuisine
Avg. BRL66/person
Old City Restaurant
Old City Restaurant
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Western cuisine
Avg. BRL75/person
Florencia
Florencia
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Asian cuisine
Avg. BRL64/person
Grand Nazar
Grand Nazar
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Asian cuisine
Avg. BRL57/person
T·Bone Cafe&Bar
T·Bone Cafe&Bar
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Coffee shop
Avg. BRL30/person
Platan
Platan
5.0/53 Reviews
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Western cuisine
Green Bear Bar
Green Bear Bar
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Bars/bistros
Avg. BRL56/person
Besh Chinor
Besh Chinor
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Western cuisine
Restaurant "KARIMBEK"
Restaurant "KARIMBEK"
1 Reviews
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Halal
Magistr Cafe
Magistr Cafe
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Coffee shop
Bibikhanum Teahouse
Bibikhanum Teahouse
4.0/5This user hasn't left any comments yet
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Asian cuisine
Blues Cafe
Blues Cafe
5.0/5This user hasn't left any comments yet
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Western cuisine
Avg. BRL59/person

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