About Kok Tobe


The question isn’t what you can do at Kok Tobe, it is what you can’t. Also referred to as the “Blue Hill”, this is a mountain in Almaty which is a hub of recreational activities, fun for the entire family.

The Kok Tobe Tower is located on the southern mountainside. It would be the tallest tower in the world at 372 m tall if it were measured from sea level. Unfortunately, because it is a TV tower, visitors may not climb the steel structure.

Visit The Beatles. That’s correct. All four of The Beatles are together in one bronze statue on Kok Tobe. Take a selfie with John Lennon and his guitar with the rest of the band behind you. It is the first monument of The Beatles together.

Top this off with an amusement park with rides, attractions, and restaurants. Get on the Fast Coaster, an absolute must. It is the only roller coaster on a mountain in Kazakhstan. Take your romantic partner for a stroll down the Alley of Lovers and make a wish at the Fountain of Desires. Go for a spin on the Ferris wheel and have lunch in a traditional yurt. How do you get to all of this? Take the cable car to the top for spectacular views of Almaty all along the way.
 

Must See

There are many attractions contained within Kok Tobe. A few of these are:

  • A small amusement park
  • Various monuments
  • Myriad viewing platforms 
  • Almaty TV Tower 
  • Cable car at the top 

How to reach

Wondering how can you reach Kok Tobe, well you can either take a train, bus, taxi or even self-drive whatever is convenient for you.


If you take a train it takes 13 hours 50 minutes and will cost you 6500 to 17000 KZT.


If you take a bus it will take 17 hours 15 minutes and will cost you 6000 KZT.


If you drive from Astana to Kok-Tobe it will take approximately 17 hours. 

Tips

  • Make sure you spend an entire day here.
  • Wear comfortable shoes and appropriate clothing.
  • Carry enough water as it is a long drive. 
  • Try and visit the Kazakhstan Museum Of Arts. 
  • Climb Kok Tobe Hill and explore the First President's Park. 
  • Dine At Chukotka Bar and destress at Arasan Baths. 
  • Do carry your camera. 
  • Can pack some snacks for the journey.
  • You can wear whatever you want at Kok Tobe, however, you should always check the weather. It could be pretty cold up there and sometimes it snows during the winter. Make sure you dress according to the weather.

Visit Time

Sunday:            Open 24 hours.
Monday:           Open 24 hours.
Tuesday:          Open 24 hours.
Wednesday:     Open 24 hours.
Thursday:         Open 24 hours.
Friday:              Open 24 hours.
Saturday:          Open 24 hours.

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Entrance Fee

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Time you can spend

2 to 3 hours

 

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Weather

Overcast Clouds -1.37°C

 

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