Beach near Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

Bishkek Travel Guide

Kyrgyzstan

Bishkek is Kyrgyzstan’s capital and largest city, with a population of 1,104,742. It sits in the north of the country and serves as the main urban and administrative centre for travellers exploring Kyrgyzstan.

Most international visitors arrive through Manas International Airport, the airport serving Bishkek. The city is inland, and there are no notable named beaches within 40 kilometres, so beach trips are not part of the local travel itinerary.

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Local time

1,104,742

Population

3,402 miles away

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Weather in Bishkek

Sun

31°

Mon

31°

Tue

28°

Know before you go

Pays in KGS

Plug type Type C & Type F (UK adapter needed)

Emergency 112

Dial code +996

Tipping: Tipping is becoming more common in Kyrgyzstan, especially in tourist areas. While not always expected, it is appreciated for good service.

Best time to visit Bishkek

Jan

1°8

Feb

4°9

Mar

13°9

Apr

19°10

May

24°12

Jun

30°5

Jul

33°5

Aug

31°5

Sep

24°6

Oct

18°9

Nov

12°7

Dec

3°10

Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.

Things to do in Bishkek

  1. Кыргыз Республикасынын Улуттук тарых музейи

    history museum

    2.8 km

  2. Кыргызская национальная филармония им. Т. Сатылганова

    music venue

    1.5 km

  3. Кинотеатр Ала-Тоо / Ala-Too Cinema

    movie theater

    3.1 km

  4. Old Square

    historic site

    2.8 km

  5. Кинотеатр Broadway

    movie theater

    2.4 km

  6. ЖД ЛОФТ

    dance club

    2.5 km

  7. Gapar Aitiev Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts

    art museum

    3.4 km

  8. Парк Панфилова

    amusement park

    1.9 km

Getting there

Manas International Airport · 21.5 km

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