A narrow avenue of mausoleums covered in some of the finest surviving Timurid tilework, still a pilgrimage route.
Related activities
Registan evening visit
See the square lit after dark when the day groups have gone.
Silk paper workshop in Konigil
Visit the water-powered mill still making mulberry silk paper outside the city.
How to get to Shah-i-Zinda
Shah-i-Zinda sits in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. Most visitors base themselves in Samarkand and plan the visit as part of a day there. It pairs well with Registan, Gur-e-Amir, so you can group them on the same day.
Tickets and time needed
The recorded entrance fee is UZS 40,000, in the local currency set by the operator. Plan about 1h 30m for a typical visit.
Best time to visit Shah-i-Zinda
For Samarkand in general: April to May and September to October.
Tips for your visit
Related things to do here include Registan evening visit, Silk paper workshop in Konigil. Prices can change, so check the official source linked on this page before you go.
Shah-i-Zinda FAQ
How much does it cost to visit Shah-i-Zinda?
The recorded entrance fee is UZS 40,000, in the local currency set by the operator.
How long should I spend at Shah-i-Zinda?
A typical visit takes about 1h 30m.
Where is Shah-i-Zinda?
Shah-i-Zinda is in Samarkand, Uzbekistan.
When is the best time to visit Shah-i-Zinda?
April to May and September to October.
What is near Shah-i-Zinda?
Nearby places include Registan, Gur-e-Amir.
Guidese editorial team
Travel research & data review
We build every guide from official tourism boards, operator sites and published price lists. We record where each number came from and when it was last checked.
- Every cost and season figure is sourced and dated
- No sponsored rankings or paid placements
- Facts re-checked on a scheduled review cycle
