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Is Uzbekistan safe for kids? Here’s our honest guide to travelling through Uzbekistan as a family, including Khiva, Bukhara, Samarkand, trains, food, and culture.

After arriving in Tashkent on an overnight bus from Bishkek with no accommodation booked, we spent two days exploring Uzbekistan’s surprisingly modern capital. From beautiful metro stations and Soviet architecture to local food, mosques, and wandering the city with kids, here are our first impressions of vibrant Tashkent.

Discover the breathtaking Seven Lakes of Tajikistan on a spontaneous day trip from Samarkand. From vibrant blue alpine lakes and remote mountain villages to practical travel tips for visiting Tajikistan with kids, this hidden corner of Central Asia completely stole our hearts.

From the dazzling mosaics of Registan Square to wandering ancient Silk Road streets with kids, Samarkand completely captivated us. In this post, we share what it was really like exploring Uzbekistan’s most majestic city as a family — plus an unexpected adventure into Tajikistan’s breathtaking Seven Lakes.

Discover Bukhara, Uzbekistan with kids — from staying in a caravanserai to exploring Silk Road markets, mosques, and family-friendly travel tips.