tours to Astana from Almaty · excursion

Main Mosque of Astana: grandeur and meaning

5 · 22 reviews

Tour to Astana from Almaty: an excursion to one of the ten largest mosques in the world. White marble, a heavenly dome and four minarets — you will learn the history and architecture of this place.

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Duration2 hours
StartAlmaty
Pricefrom $78/person

Program

Excursion program «Main Mosque of Astana»

The day before

Travel from Almaty to Astana on your own (train or plane); the tour starts in Astana

We recommend arriving the day before so you can reach the meeting point without rushing. Tickets are not included in the tour price.

09:00

Meeting with the guide

Meeting at the entrance of the mosque, brief briefing and introduction.

09:10

History of construction

A story about how and why the mosque was built, its role in modern Kazakhstan.

09:30

Architecture and details

Viewing white marble, heavenly dome, minarets, and unique ornaments.

10:00

Interior and traditions

Visit to the main prayer hall, introduction to Islamic traditions and culture.

10:30

Photo session and free time

Opportunity to take memorable photos and explore the territory on your own.

11:00

End of tour

Q&A, farewell with the guide.

What's included

What's included

Included in Price

Already included in the tour price

  • Services of a professional guide
  • Excursion around the territory and inside the mosque
  • Private format (only your group)
  • Q&A and recommendations

Paid separately

Optional, on site

  • Travel Almaty — Astana — Almaty
  • Transfer to the mosque
  • Personal expenses (souvenirs, drinks)
  • Entrance tickets (free)

What to Bring

To make the day comfortable

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Headscarf for women (if needed)
  • Camera or phone
  • Bottle of water

Team

Our team — guides and instructors from Almaty

Routes are led by working guides and instructors. The same people answer in WhatsApp and accompany groups on tour.

Alexander Пашкин — Driver-guide, инструктор по трекингу★4.52

Alexander Пашкин

Driver-guide, инструктор по трекингу

52 review · experience 10 years

Andrey Шевелёв — Driver-guide★4.74

Andrey Шевелёв

Driver-guide

73 review · experience 13 years

Анжелика Чвыкова — Гид-фотограф★4.27

Анжелика Чвыкова

Гид-фотограф

58 reviews · experience 11 years

Ильяс Дарбеков — Гид-переводчик★4.27

Ильяс Дарбеков

Гид-переводчик

36 reviews · experience 6 years

Мадина Данина — Организатор туров★4.55

Мадина Данина

Организатор туров

65 reviews · experience 15 лет

Сергей Бабичев — Personal guide-водитель★4.49

Сергей Бабичев

Personal guide-водитель

65 reviews · experience 12 years

Reviews

Reviews of Main Mosque of Astana

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4.9 ★
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4.8 ★
Google · 540
4.9 ★
Yandex · 268
4.8 ★
2GIS · 197
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Elena T.
Google ·
★★★★★

I want to share my impressions. The grandeur of the mosque is striking. The white marble and four minarets can be seen from afar. The guide knows his stuff.

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Larisa M.
Our website ·
★★★★★

Visited the mosque with family. Loved it. Kids were amazed by its size. Guide Anzhelika shared many facts. The road was a bit bumpy though.

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Anna F.
Our website ·
★★★★★

I had long dreamed of visiting this mosque, and finally made up my mind. I went alone, but it was not boring at all. The guide met me at the entrance, showed and told everything. The mosque met expectations — very beautiful and large. I was especially impressed by the dome and interior decoration. True, we left half an hour later, but that's not critical. Overall I liked the excursion, learned a lot of new things. Thanks for the organization!

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Svetlana K.
Yandex ·
★★★★★

The trip was very impressive. White marble and a high dome. Aleksandr told a lot about its significance in Islam. The whole architecture is impressive.

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Talgat Z.
Google ·
★★★★★

I really liked it. The mosque is huge. The tour was interesting. The guide talked about the symbolism.

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Maxim D.
Yandex ·
★★★★★

Loved it. The mosque is stunning in its size. Everything was well organized. A minor downside: we waited a long time for the group.

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Aibek N.
2GIS ·
★★★★★

The reason for my choice was to see the main mosque. The white marble and the blue sky dome are beautiful. The guide explained well.

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Darya V.
Yandex ·
★★★★★

My wife and I went to Astana, and this tour became the main impression of the trip. The mosque in real life is even more beautiful than in photos! White marble, sky-blue dome, minarets — everything looks majestic. The guide Ilyas gave an excellent tour, told a lot of interesting things about architecture and meaning. Inside we looked at the prayer hall, learned about traditions. Then we took beautiful photos. Time flew by unnoticed. I recommend it to everyone who wants to see something truly grandiose.

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Dmitry Ch.
Yandex ·
★★★★★

Went with colleagues. The mosque impressed everyone. Inside is very beautiful, ornaments and the dome. The guide told everything in an interesting way. I recommend to everyone.

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Ruslan I.
Our website ·
★★★★★

I came to Astana specifically to see this mosque. I had heard about it for a long time, but in real life it impresses much more. Inside it is very spacious and bright, and the ornaments on the walls are fascinating. The guide told in detail about the history of construction and traditions. We looked at the main hall, and then there was free time for photos. I liked the excursion, everything was organized clearly. The only thing — I would like more time for independent exploration, but overall excellent.

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Zaira A.
Yandex ·
★★★★★

I really liked the tour. The sword is big and bright. Andrey told it interestingly. The only downside is that he got distracted a few times.

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Aigul S.
Our website ·
★★★★★

We spent a long time choosing a tour to Astana to see the main mosque. The grandeur of the white marble and the heavenly dome really impressed us. Sergey told us a lot of interesting things about the architecture.

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Galina A.
Google ·
★★★★★

I had long dreamed of seeing this mosque. Reality exceeded expectations. The marble and the dome are magnificent. The guide conducted the tour excellently.

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Tatyana S.
Our website ·
★★★★★

My trip to Astana was memorable because of the mosque. It's just huge and beautiful, with white marble and minarets. Aleksandr showed us all the details. We had a great time.

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Vladimir N.
Google ·
★★★★★

I wanted to see the main mosque. It was impressive. White marble, dome, minarets—everything as promised. The tour was informative. They started a bit late, but that's minor.

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Marat K.
Our website ·
★★★★★

Went with family to Astana. The mosque was impressive. Huge minarets and beautiful inside. The guide explained everything.

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Saken D.
Google ·
★★★★★

The mosque is very big and beautiful. The dome is covered with white marble. My kids really liked it. Thanks to the guide.

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Temir A.
2GIS ·
★★★★★

We went to Astana and saw the main mosque. Very beautiful white marble dome and four minarets. The guide conducted a tour.

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Ivan G.
Our website ·
★★★★★

I chose the tour because of the mosque. The description matched: white marble, dome, minarets. Departure was slightly delayed, but the excursion was worth it. Madina smoothed everything over.

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Natalya R.
Our website ·
★★★★★

My friend and I had long wanted to go to Astana, and when we saw this tour, we immediately decided — we have to take it. We arrived the day before to get to the mosque without rushing. At the entrance, a guide met us, explained everything, and we went inside. The mosque is simply huge, the white marble shines in the sun. The guide told us how it was built and why it is so important for the country. Then we looked at the dome and minarets — it takes your breath away. Inside is also very beautiful, especially the ornaments. We took many photos as souvenirs. Very satisfied, thank you!

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Arman B.
Our website ·
★★★★★

We planned to go to Astana and see the main mosque. We went on a trip with our family. The mosque is very beautiful, the white marble and four minarets catch the eye. The height of the dome is amazing. The guide told us a lot about the history of construction and traditions. Inside it is spacious and bright, I especially liked the ornaments. We took photos and made pictures as souvenirs. I liked the excursion, thank you!

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Zhanna K.
2GIS ·
★★★★★

I went with my kids. They really enjoyed it. The big minarets and dome. Only we waited a long time in line to enter. But inside everything is beautiful.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the tour to the Main Mosque of Astana from Almaty

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Clothing should be modest and covered; women will find a headscarf useful — you can bring one with you. Choose comfortable shoes, since you will be walking around the grounds and inside the mosque. Also bring a bottle of water and a phone or camera for photos.

You get from Almaty to Astana on your own — by train or by plane; the tickets are not included in the tour price. The meeting with the guide at the mosque is set for the morning, so it is more relaxed to arrive in the capital the day before and stay overnight. We will agree on a convenient meeting time on WhatsApp.

The whole programme is designed for two hours: meeting at the entrance to the mosque at 09:00, and finishing at 11:00. During this time you will be able to listen to the guide, look around the halls and take photos. The exact return time depends on how you get back; transfer is not included in the tour.

The pace is unhurried: walking around the mosque grounds without long distances and without overnight stays. If your relatives are comfortable walking at a leisurely pace and standing during the tour, it will suit them. It is better to discuss specific preferences about the pace with us in advance on WhatsApp so that the guide can adjust.

$78 per person includes the guide's work, getting to know the grounds and halls of the mosque, as well as an individual format — only your group. Travel to the mosque and personal expenses such as souvenirs or drinks are paid separately. Entrance tickets are not needed; admission is free.

Yes, the tour is private; the guide will work only with your group. To book, write to us on WhatsApp and specify a convenient date — no prepayment is needed. You can pay on the day of the trip via Kaspi, by card or in cash, and you can cancel the booking free of charge.

Departure dates are confirmed individually, so we will select specific dates to suit you. The weather in Astana changes with the seasons, and before departure the guide will tell you what to expect on the day you choose. Write to us on WhatsApp with convenient dates, and we will let you know about available times.