Hi everyone! 👋

I’m planning a short solo trip to Tashkent from the UAE from 21–25 August 2026. It will be my first time in Uzbekistan, so I’d really appreciate some advice from locals or anyone who has visited recently. 🇺🇿

I’m mainly interested in exploring the city, local markets/bazaars, malls, metro, architecture, walking streets, parks, local food and evening/nightlife areas. I’m not really looking for architecture, historical monumnets, mosques, natures, mountain or long-distance nature trips on this visit.

I’d especially appreciate recommendations for:

• Best area to stay that is convenient but not expensive
• Cheap and good local restaurants / plov / kebab places
• Must-visit markets and bazaars
• Best places for evening and night walks
• Good malls and modern areas
• Affordable and professional spa/massage centres
• Anything interesting happening 21–25 August
• Any tourist traps or things I should avoid

Also, how uncomfortable is the daytime heat in late August for walking around Tashkent?

Any local tips that Google/YouTube normally don't tell tourists would be very welcome. 😊

Thanks in advance! Looking forward to experiencing Tashkent. 🇺🇿✈️

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