Uzbekistan · Shahrisabz
Ak-Saray Palace: Monumental Ruins in Shahrisabz
Timur’s ruined palace impresses with its towering portal and massive walls, though the journey from Samarkand divides opinion.
Top travel reviews in Uzbekistan
18 researched reviews across Uzbekistan: hotels, resorts, attractions and landmarks ranked from current public ratings, review volume and real photos.
Uzbekistan · Samarqand
The Eternal City: a polished take on Silk Road Samarkand
The Eternal City is a polished Silk Road-themed ethnopark for photos, food and evening strolls, though reviews question its authenticity and convenience.
Uzbekistan · Khiva
Kalta Minor Minaret: Khiva’s Unfinished Turquoise Icon
This broad, brilliantly tiled minaret near Ichan-Qala’s western gate is one of Khiva’s most recognisable landmarks and photo stops.
Uzbekistan · Buxoro
Kalan Minaret, Bukhara’s Defining Brick Landmark
Public reviews praise Kalan Minaret for its patterned brickwork, commanding presence and striking illumination after dark.
Uzbekistan · Samarqand
Amir Temur Mausoleum: Samarkand’s Timurid Landmark
Public reviews praise Gur-i Amir’s blue dome, ornate tilework and historical weight, though some visitors question the value of its compact interior.
Uzbekistan
Ugam-Chatkal National Park: Mountains Near Tashkent
Public reviews praise this vast northeastern Uzbekistan park for forested valleys, high peaks and a restorative sense of wilderness.
Uzbekistan · Samarqand
Silk Road Samarkand: A Modern Take on Central Asia
A vast leisure and cultural complex combining recreated historic architecture, hotels, restaurants, parkland and an artificial lake.
Uzbekistan · Samarkand
Registan Square Observatory: Samarkand’s Night Viewpoint
This viewpoint draws strong reviews for panoramic Registan photographs and evening views of the illuminated madrasahs.
Uzbekistan · Kalaya
Chor Bakr Memorial Complex: Peaceful but Not Essential
Outside central Bukhara, Chor Bakr offers calm courtyards and religious significance, though some visitors find its sights limited.
Uzbekistan · Samarqand
Ulugh Beg Madrasa: Scholarship Written in Tilework
Registan’s oldest madrasa pairs monumental tilework with a compelling history of astronomy, mathematics and education.
Uzbekistan · Bukhara
Sitora-i-Moh-i Khosa: Bukhara’s Eclectic Summer Palace
Ornate rooms, museum displays and peacock-filled grounds make this former emir’s summer residence worth the short trip beyond central Bukhara.
Uzbekistan · Xiva
Itchan Kala: Xiva’s Monumental Walled Old City
Public reviews praise this UNESCO-listed inner city for its tiled monuments, preserved streets and concentrated collection of historic sights.
Uzbekistan · Samarqand
Ulugbek Observatory: Samarkand’s Scientific Landmark
A compact museum and surviving astronomical instrument reveal a scientific side of Samarkand beyond its celebrated tiled monuments.
Uzbekistan · Bukhara
Ark of Bukhara: Citadel Museums and City Views
Bukhara’s monumental hilltop citadel combines surviving palace spaces, compact museums, courtyards and broad views across the city.
Uzbekistan · Samarqand
Shah-i-Zinda: Samarkand’s Avenue of Blue Mausoleums
Shimmering mosaics, turquoise domes and richly varied mausoleums make Shah-i-Zinda one of Samarkand’s most compelling landmarks.
Uzbekistan · Тоshkent
Chorsu Bozor: Tashkent’s vast, lively food market
Public reviews praise Chorsu Bozor for its produce, spices, breads and street food, although some visitors find the selling style persistent.
Uzbekistan · Samarkand
Registan Square: Samarkand’s essential landmark
Monumental madrasahs, intricate decoration and dramatic evening lighting make Registan Square the focal point of a Samarkand visit.
Uzbekistan
Zaamin National Park: Big Scenery, Limited Access
Mountain forests, meadows and fresh air earn praise, but restricted walking areas make Zaamin better suited to scenic drives than free-form hiking.