About Dushanbe
Dushanbe is the capital of Tajikistan, home to around 679,400 people.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Dushanbe
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Haji Yaqub Mosque
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Sari Osiyo Mosque
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St. Nicholas Cathedral
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Gurminj Museum of Musical Instruments
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National Museum of Tajikistan
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Monument of Amir Ismail Samani
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Rudaki statue
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Aquapark Dolphin
Budget travel
Free things to do in Dushanbe
Haji Yaqub Mosque
Sari Osiyo Mosque
St. Nicholas Cathedral
Monument of Amir Ismail Samani
Aquapark Dolphin
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Haji Yaqub Mosque
- Visit Sari Osiyo Mosque
- Visit St. Nicholas Cathedral
- Eat at Cafe Merve
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Gurminj Museum of Musical Instruments
- Visit National Museum of Tajikistan
- Visit Monument of Amir Ismail Samani
- Eat at Merve Restaurant
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Rudaki statue
- Visit Aquapark Dolphin
- Visit Botanical Gardens
- Eat at Delhi Darbar
Where to eat
Local favourites
Cafe Merve
Casual Turkish cafeteria is always packed with students and young locals. Kebabs, pizza, salads, french fries, cakes, coffee and authentic T
Merve Restaurant
A similarly named (and possibly related) restaurant offering a standard selection of Turkish fare. One of the few places in Dushanbe that re
Delhi Darbar
The most well-known, and possibly the best vegetarian food in the city, of three local Indian restaurants serves excellent butter chicken an
Salsa
The only Ecuadorian restaurant for hundreds of miles. It is a reasonable imitation of Latin cuisine and popular with Europeans. It is locate
Tiflis
One of two Georgian restaurants in the city with some of the best meat dishes in the city, and a substantial wine list. Located behind the o
Gruzinski Restorant "Kafene Gruziya"
the other Georgian restaurant, located about a block north of the Opera Square on Rudaki Avenue. It has simple and tasty dishes, good cheap
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
- $
Almos hotel
Sauna & swimming pool, billiards & table tennis, fitness saloon, massage services, conference-room, Wi-Fi, disco-bar with variety of beverag
- $$
Mercury Hotel
- $
Gulistan Tour Hotel
- $
Hotel Sino
- $
Atlas B&B
Very good Tajik Guesthouse.
Shopping
- Korvon Bazaar
- Shakhmansur Bazaar
Nightlife
- Best Bar City
- 28 Monkeys
- Small Restaurants in front of the Opera
- Brewery Dushanbe
Museums & culture
- Haji Yaqub Mosque
- Sari Osiyo Mosque
- St. Nicholas Cathedral
- Gurminj Museum of Musical Instruments
- National Museum of Tajikistan
- Monument of Amir Ismail Samani
In pictures
Dushanbe gallery
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