The notebook of Historic Astana
Read the city between the lines.
Historic Astana preserves merchants’ houses and places of worship from before the capital’s major contemporary projects. Walks beside the Ishim River complement this heritage; the climate varies sharply between seasons.
At your own pace
Identity summary
2 to 3 days
Summer · Autumn
Possible without car depending on area
Heritage
Limited accessibility
Modular rhythm
General presentation
Historic Astana
Historic Astana preserves merchants’ houses and places of worship from before the capital’s major contemporary projects. Walks beside the Ishim River complement this heritage; the climate varies sharply between seasons.
Check the accesses, reservations and times at the site prior to the visit.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Saken Seifoulline Museum
- Merchant Kubrin’s House
- Saints Constantine and Helena Cathedral
Before you choose
- Check the accesses, reservations and times at the site prior to the visit.
- Indicative Hidengo duration, excluding transport; it varies with the route, access and local conditions.
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
House museum
Saken Seifoulline Museum
The Saken Seifoulline Museum occupies an ancient wood house and presents the writer's memory. Check open rooms and photography instructions.
Historic house
Merchant Kubrin’s House
Merchant Kubrin’s residence illustrates the commercial architecture of old Akmolinsk. Viewing the exterior does not guarantee access inside.
Cathedral
Saints Constantine and Helena Cathedral
This Orthodox church belongs to the ancient heritage of Astana. Access follows the religious services and instructions of the community.
Practical tips
This information helps know if the destination matches the planned trip before starting a fuller search.
To go further
More activities
Restaurants, walks, culture, leisure and outings to search without leaving the destination card.
The nearest destinations
The closest ideas on the map, to extend your trip.
Similar destinations
Same landscapes and the same pace of travel, elsewhere in the world.
