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About Chorsu Bazaar

Address

Tafakkur ko'chasi 57, Тоshkent, Toshkent, Uzbekistan
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Opening hours

  • Monday: 8:00 AM – 7:30 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 7:30 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:30 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Saturday: 8:00 AM – 7:30 PM
  • Sunday: 8:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Local time

Best time to visit

Visit early morning, especially spring or autumn, for cooler weather, fresh produce, and the liveliest market atmosphere.

Crowd level

Very popular in Tashkent, with 11,222 Google ratings. Arrive at opening around 8:00 AM for the quietest visit; late morning and weekends are busiest.

Directions

Chorsu Bazaar is on Tafakkur ko'chasi 57 in Tashkent, northwest of the center; use Google Maps for easiest navigation.

Chorsu Bazaar is one of Tashkent’s most enduring marketplaces and remains a vivid link to the city’s long trading traditions. For generations, bazaars like Chorsu have served as social and commercial hubs where farmers, merchants, and residents gather to buy daily essentials and exchange news. Today, the market is culturally significant as a place to experience everyday Uzbek life through its produce, spices, breads, meats, dried fruits, clothing, and household goods. Its large scale and organized sections make it one of the city’s most notable shopping landmarks, while the lively atmosphere, local food stalls, and strong community presence reflect the continuing importance of traditional markets in modern Tashkent.

Before you enter

  • Bring cash in small denominations for food, produce, and souvenirs.
  • Wear light clothing in warm months; covered areas can still feel hot.
  • Carry a reusable bag for bread, fruit, and market purchases.
  • Save the location offline if you plan to explore deeper inside the bazaar.

What to expect

  • Expect a large, busy market with separate sections for bread, spices, produce, meat, clothing, and household items.
  • Vendors may offer small tastings of dried fruit, nuts, or spices.
  • You’ll find a strongly local atmosphere rather than a polished shopping mall experience.
  • Food stalls inside serve traditional Uzbek dishes at affordable prices.

During your visit

  • Start with the food and produce halls, then explore outer stalls for souvenirs and clothing.
  • Keep your belongings secure in crowded aisles.
  • Take your time; the market is big and easy to wander through.
  • Ask before photographing vendors or close-up displays of goods.

FAQ about Chorsu Bazaar

Chorsu Bazaar is located in Tashkent, surrounded by many other great sights.

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