Title: Things to Do in Samarkand Region in 2026 | Expedia.com # Things to do in Samarkand Region ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Samarkand Region Types of activities [Samarkand Region Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Samarkand-Region.dx553248635975177327) ![Each tile is an individual fit into the space that it occupies. This must be a huge challenge when modern day artisans replace them, using the techniques that are centuries old. That in itself makes this place incredible. #Details](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601573/ad0bec91-fbeb-406f-a12a-d0e4baf945a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Registan has minarets that appear to be leaning outwards. This was old Samarkand's place of commerce. It still houses a bazaar within its walls. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601573/2b296b66-8d5e-4c19-96e1-ef5fa6fb9c50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Bibi-Khanym is also known as the Friday mosque. We were there just after the end of Ramadan when thousands of men would have crammed this space. The space under the arches was cool on such a hot day. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601573/8576afc2-4380-4ef4-a714-fe5d7feef1e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![That's gold leaf all over the mosque walls. #colorful](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601573/1d89f3c8-0b57-4e1b-b06d-8a829b54806e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The architecture and the colors are so amazing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601573/ee0918eb-f7e4-447b-a05c-df20314480c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- --- ## What to do in Samarkand Region --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Samarkand Region? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Samarkand Region ![The Registan has minarets that appear to be leaning outwards. This was old Samarkand's place of commerce. It still houses a bazaar within its walls. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601573/2b296b66-8d5e-4c19-96e1-ef5fa6fb9c50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Registan Square You can find out about the history of Samarkand with a stop at Registan Square. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's art scene. [](https://expedia.com/Registan-Square-Samarkand.d6114018.Vacation-Attraction) #### Bibi-Khonym Mosque After visiting Bibi-Khonym Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Samarkand. Discover the area's mountain views and monuments. [](https://expedia.com/Bibi-Khonym-Mosque-Samarkand.d6114012.Vacation-Attraction) #### Sherdor Madrasa Find out about the history of Samarkand when you spend time at Sherdor Madrasa. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its monuments. [](https://expedia.com/Sherdor-Madrasa-Samarkand.d6114022.Vacation-Attraction) #### Shakh-i-Zinda You can find out about the history of Samarkand with a trip to Shakh-i-Zinda. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.com/Shakh-I-Zinda-Samarkand.d6114020.Vacation-Attraction) #### Ulugbek Madrasah Find out about the history of Samarkand with a stop at Ulugbek Madrasah. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its monuments. [](https://expedia.com/Ulugbek-Madrasah-Samarkand.d6114032.Vacation-Attraction) #### Tillya Kori Madrasah Find out about the history of Samarkand with a stop at Tillya Kori Madrasah. Discover the area's mountain views and monuments. [](https://expedia.com/Tillya-Kori-Madrasah-Samarkand.d6114028.Vacation-Attraction) #### Tomb of Prophet Daniel Find out about the history of Samarkand with a stop at Tomb of Prophet Daniel. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its monuments. [](https://expedia.com/Tomb-Of-Prophet-Daniel-Samarkand.d6114030.Vacation-Attraction) #### Afrasiab You can find out about the history of Samarkand when you stop by Afrasiab. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.com/Afrasiab-Samarkand.d6114010.Vacation-Attraction) #### Gur-Emir Mausoleum You can find out about the history of Samarkand when you stop by Gur-Emir Mausoleum. Discover the area's art scene and monuments. [](https://expedia.com/Gur-Emir-Mausoleum-Samarkand.d6114014.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Samarkand Region ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601573/211e68bc-2e48-417e-a04f-3cdeecef3e31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Samarkand ![Mir-Sayid Bakhrom Mausoleum, a 10th-11th century mausoleum in the city of Karmana near Navoiy, Uzbekistan. It is a tentative world heritage site.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141370/20a70d40-b09a-4d17-bdeb-f78d36ce7ea7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Navoiy