Things to do in Almaty

Planning questions about Almaty

What are the best things to do in Almaty?

Kolsai, Kaindy Lakes and Charyn Canyon Small Group Tour is the highest ranked experience in Almaty, scoring 96 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 1,004 traveler reviews. Kolsai Kaindy Lakes with Charyn Canyons 2-day tour, Small-Group Tour: Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes with Charyn Canyons, 1-2 Days Singing dunes & Aktau mountains grouptour to Altyn Emel, Kolsai, Kaindy lakes & Charyn canyon with Yurt stay and Campfire round out the top five. Outty ranks 120 bookable experiences in Almaty, Kazakhstan, and 2 of them score 90 or above.

How much do activities in Almaty cost?

The median price across everything we rank in Almaty is $80 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $5 on Almaty City Tour: Medeu, Shymbulak, Kok Tobe & Green Bazaar. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.

Can I book something in Almaty for today?

Yes. 120 of the 120 experiences we rank in Almaty currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.

Is Almaty good for families?

Yes. 4 of the experiences we rank in Almaty are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.

How many days do you need in Almaty?

Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

When is the best time to visit Almaty?

Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

Can I cancel a booking in Almaty?

119 of the 120 experiences we rank in Almaty offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.

How does the Outty Ranking work?

Every experience in Almaty gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Almaty so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.