What to see in the city and where to go outside it.
In the CityThe second largest mosque in Kazakhstan, a gift from Qatar to Astana — officially named after Abu Nasr al-Farabi since 2021.
In the CityA colossal transparent tent-shaped shopping mall standing 150 meters tall, designed by Norman Foster and recognized as the world's largest tensile structure.
In the CityA well-developed embankment with cycling paths and walking routes that connects the historic right bank and the new left bank of Astana.
In the CityThe largest mosque in Central Asia, accommodating up to 10,000 people during major holidays.
In the CityAn 80-hectare park surrounding Norman Foster's pyramid-shaped building, featuring an opera hall, exhibition spaces, and a panoramic elevator.
In the CityThe world's largest spherical building — a museum of future energy and the main pavilion of EXPO-2017.
In the CityThe largest concert venue in the country, a domed building designed by Italian architect Manfredi Nicoletti.
In the CityA monument and observation tower that is the main symbol of Astana and Kazakhstan.
In the CityThe largest opera and ballet theater in Central Asia, built in classical architectural traditions.
In the CityThe largest museum in Kazakhstan and Central Asia showcasing the country's history from ancient times to the present day.
Out of TownKazakhstan's largest nature reserve and the world's northernmost breeding colony of pink flamingos, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Out of TownA mountainous forest oasis amid the steppe with lakes, rocky cliffs, and ancient monuments — the 'Pearl of Central Kazakhstan.'
Out of TownA national park featuring a system of 14 lakes nestled among pine forests and granite hills — often called the 'Swiss Alps of Kazakhstan'.
Out of TownGranite rock formations and low 'curly' hills of Ereymentau surrounded by forest and steppe.
A small contact zoo where you can not only observe animals but also touch and feed them.
An indoor tropical beach club beneath the Khan Shatyr dome — year-round summer regardless of the weather outside.
With Family & FriendsA 2,000-seat circus housed in a distinctive flying-saucer-shaped building, one of the architectural landmarks on the left bank of the city.
Nature & WalksA small park featuring a fountain with sixteen interlocking horseshoes, a gift from an Austrian princess.
A reservoir with a dam offering convenient fishing and swimming opportunities just a short distance from the city.
A new public space featuring the "Tree of Life" installation and the "Starry Sky" tunnel.
Nature & WalksA sports park featuring running and cycling tracks, originally developed to prepare triathletes for competition.
Nature & WalksA specially protected natural territory of republican significance featuring a modern greenhouse complex.
The oldest major park in Astana — 104 hectares featuring ponds where swans live.
A complex of 30 yurts representing the traditions of different regions of Kazakhstan.
A leisure zone featuring glamping and eco-baths on the waterfront.
Resorts & AdventuresThe region's premier resort destination features approximately 35 permanent leisure facilities situated on lakeshores surrounded by pine forests.
A yurt complex featuring Kazakh traditions, a horse stable, and an open-air kitchen.