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Almaty Circus: Experience The Cultural Treasure Of Kazakhstan

11 Apr, 2025

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11 Apr, 2025

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents

  • History of Almaty Circus
  • Almaty Circus Ticket Price & Timings
  • Almaty Circus Location
  • How To Visit Almaty Circus
  • What To See At Almaty Circus
  • Tourist Attractions in Almaty
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Almaty Circus, also known as the Kazakh State Circus Almaty, can be considered as the Kazakh Yurt, or a Circus Tent, the building was once used as a business card of the city. As of now, the residents of Almaty enjoy walking around the building. It is among the most famous Circus in Almaty, Kazakhstan.

History of Almaty Circus

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The history of Almaty Circus dates back to the year 1972, when the building was erected as an initiative of Dinmukhamed Kunaev, the first secretary of the Kazakh SSR Central. The project invited architects from Ukraine, Slonov, and Katsev, and built the architectural marvel, which is now known as the Kazakh State Circus Almaty, making it one of the best places to visit in Almaty.

Almaty Circus Ticket Price & Timings

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Entry Fee: The Almaty Circus Ticket Price would cost you approximately INR 160 to INR 650. Children below the age of 4 don’t need tickets. 

Timings: The show starts at 12 p.m. and lasts till 6 p.m. on weekdays, and remains closed on Saturdays and Sundays.

Almaty Circus Location

  • Address: Abay Ave 50, Almaty

How To Visit Almaty Circus

Now the real question that might pop up is, how to visit Almaty Circus, well, let’s check that out:

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  • Subway: You can take the subway and hop off at the Mukhtar Auezov Theatre Station, and from here, the Almaty Circus is just 130 meters away. 
  • By Busses: You can take bus number 3 which is the night bus or you can go for 25,54, 57, 62, 65, 66, 92, 98, 118, 120, 128 and there are trolleybuses #5, 19, 25 available that will take you to Almaty Circus. 
  • By Taxi: You can always opt for a cab if you don’t wish to take public transport, the fare will vary according to the distance. However, if you take the cab from the airport to the Almaty Circus location, it will cost you around INR 500.

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What To See At Almaty Circus

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If you are wondering what to see at Almaty Circus, then stop wondering because we are here to spill the tea. The Almaty Circus features some of the most incredible talents of the country, who will sweep the ground off your feet with their show. The major objective of the the Kazakh State Circus of Almaty, is to display some of the top performances at Almaty Circus and preserve, and educate the young generation about the Almaty Circus History and the Kazakh National Circus Art. 

Dzhigitovka: You will get to witness the popular act of Dzhigitovka, which is a form of trick riding or acrobatics performed while riding horses. You must have heard about these acts but the one you will witness in Almaty Circus is beyond words can explain. Watch the talented rider jump off the horse, dive between its legs, and get back in the saddle while the horse is still moving. The Dzhigitovka is one of the top performances at Almaty Circus.

Suggest Read: Dostyk Plaza in Almaty: Everything To Know Before Visiting

Tourist Attractions in Almaty

Other popular tourist attractions in Almaty that might catch your attention are as follows:

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Other popular tourist attractions in Almaty that might catch your attention are as follows:

  • Kok Tobe Hill: Kok Tobe Hill is one of the popular attractions in Almaty, located at an elevation of 1100 meters above sea level, attracting tourists from all over the world. It is among the popular things to do in Kazakhstan for families.
  • Almaty TV Tower: Almaty TV Tower is the tallest freestanding building in the country, which can easily be seen from Kok Tobe Hill.
  • Central State Museum of Kazakhstan: Dive into the history of Kazakhstan by visiting the
  • State Museum Of Kazakhstan and find some of the historical, political, and archaeological artefacts. Visiting this place is one of the best things to do in Kazakhstan for families.

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FAQ'S

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Where is the Almaty Circus located?

The Almaty Circus is located at the Abai Avenue 50, approximately 22 km from the Almaty Airport.

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