Arbat shopping street (Arbat shopping street)

Arbat is a pedestrian area in downtown Almaty. It is located on Jibek Joly Street, between Abylai Khan Avenue and Nazarbayev Street. This area has many fashion stores such as TsUM, Zara… or you can find a unique Silk Way shopping center or some small shops selling accessories and souvenirs.

Established in the late 1980s, Arbat was the first area in Almaty exclusively for pedestrians. The name is taken from Moscow's Arbat Street. The area was reconstructed in 2017, now has a fountain and is connected to the Panfilov Pedestrian Street.

Walking around Arbat, you will feel the variety of goods sold in the area. Arbat boasts stores of established brands such as Mango and Zara, and a number of local stores with exquisite, unique products. It is also famous for Tsum shops, which are loved by local residents with items used in everyday life. During the shopping process, you can stop at a cafe or restaurant to relax and experience local cuisine. Arbat is a gathering place of cafes and restaurants serving cuisines from popular to high-class at affordable prices, spoiled for choice.

To help attract visitors, Arbat street is dotted with fountains and sculptures and art exhibitions. Here, you can freely choose and decorate the sculptures with artistic paint colors under the guidance of local artists. In addition, you will witness live street musicians performing, dancing or impromptu flashmob performances of locals or guests who come here to visit and shop. All create a vibrant and energetic atmosphere.

Do not hesitate any longer without visiting Arbat shopping street if you have the opportunity to come to Almaty city; A place to help you satisfy your passion for shopping and immerse yourself in a typical joyful rhythm of Central Asian residents.