Located in the heart of Almaty, the museum will serve as a dynamic centre for contemporary art, fostering cultural dialogue and celebrating both Central Asian and international artists.
Opening hours
Tuesday to Sunday:
11:00 – 20:00
Monday:
Closed
Last admission is one hour before closing.
Please note: The museum may have special hours during holidays. Stay updated by subscribing to our newsletter or following us on social media for any schedule changes.
How to Get Here
Address: 28 Al-Farabi, Almaty, Kazakhstan
Our Main Entrance is located on Nazarbayev Avenue.
The Group Entrance is across from Almaty Theatre.
By public transport:
Bus stop on Nazarbayev Avenue “Nazarbayev/Al-Farabi” - routes No. 2, 48
Bus stop on Al-Farabi Avenue “Jeltoksan” - routes No. 63, 86, 127
By car:
Vehicle entrance to the museum is from Nazarbayev Avenue (a limited number of paid parking spaces are available outside the museum).
Tickets & Membership
We believe in making art accessible to everyone. To ensure your visit, we highly recommend booking tickets in advance, as all tickets are timed-entry and availability is limited.
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General Admission: 2,000 KZT
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Reduced Admission (for school children, students, seniors and multi-child families upon presentation of a valid ID): 500 KZT
Complimentary Admission:
Complimentary entry is offered to the following categories upon presenting a valid ID:
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Dostar Programme Members
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Children under 7
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Visitors with disabilities and their caregivers
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World War II Veterans
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CIMAM, ICOM and UNESCO members
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Museum professionals
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Accredited journalists
Dostar Membership
The Dostar membership offers a unique opportunity to connect more deeply with the museum and support the arts in our community.
Benefits include:
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Free admission to the museum with no queues
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Access to curator-led tours and special events
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Priority booking for exhibitions and events, plus discounted rates
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Discounts at the museum shop
Annual memberships are available here or at the museum’s ticket desk.
Launching on November 1st.
Guided Tours at the Almaty Museum of Arts
Make the most of your visit with a guided tour. Our expert guides bring the collection to life through stories and insights.
We offer several types of tours - from scheduled group visits to tailor-made private programmes.
Group Tours (scheduled):
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Price: 5,000 ₸ (includes admission and guided tour)
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Group size: up to 25 participants
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Duration: 60–70 minutes
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Tickets: available online and at the museum ticket desk; sales open 7 days before the tour date
Private Tours:
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Price: 25,000 ₸ per group (admission tickets not included)
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Group size: up to 20 participants
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Duration: 60–90 minutes
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Benefits:
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Customised programme based on your interests
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Family-friendly formats with interactive activities
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Available in multiple languages (subject to guide availability)
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Booking: please contact us at guide@almaty.art
Curator-led Tours:
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Price: 75,000 ₸ per group (admission tickets not included)
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Group size: up to 20 participants
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Duration: 60–90 minutes
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Format: an in-depth thematic journey offering a unique perspective on the artworks and their context, guided by the museum’s curators
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Booking: available by advance request at guide@almaty.art
Museum Guides + Map
For a map of the museum, list of current exhibitions and collection highlights, view or download our Visitor’s Guide. (Available in Kazakh, English and Russian). Download
Audio Guides
Explore the museum at your own pace with our audio guides, available in Kazakh, English and Russian.
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You can access the guide on your smartphone by scanning a QR code at the museum or via a link here
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Audio guides are also available for rent at the information desk
Launching on November 1st.
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Almaty Museum of Arts is a place for art, dialogue, and inspiration.
We look forward to welcoming you to the museum.
