Tourism
Uzbekistan tourism news: travel, attractions, tourist routes and industry statistics.
Spain’s Barceló Hotel Group Eyes Projects in Uzbekistan
Spain’s Barceló Hotel Group is considering hotel projects in Uzbekistan, including four- and five-star properties in major tourist destinations.
Uzbekistan, Indonesia Expand Cooperation in Pilgrimage Tourism
Uzbekistan and Indonesia plan to expand cooperation in pilgrimage tourism through direct flights, tourist exchanges and stronger ties between tour operators.
Uzbekistan Welcomes 9.1 Million Tourists in Eight Months
Uzbekistan welcomed 9.1 million foreign tourists in January-August 2026, up 21.1% from the same period last year, Tourism Committee data shows.
Uzbekistan to Introduce Qualification Categories for Guides
Uzbekistan will introduce qualification categories for guides and guide-interpreters from 1 December 2026 under a new tourism regulation.
Uzbekistan Approves Selection Rules for Tourism Businesses
Uzbekistan has approved rules for selecting tourism businesses to participate in international tourism fairs and exhibitions, including quotas.
Indonesia, Uzbekistan Discuss Direct Air Service
Indonesia and Uzbekistan discussed launching a direct flight and expanding tourism ties, including routes linking Samarkand with Indonesian destinations.
Uzbekistan Sees Rise in Tourist Trips to Saudi Arabia
Some 167,337 Uzbek citizens traveled to Saudi Arabia for tourism in January-July 2026, up 10.3% from a year earlier, official data shows.
Direct Tashkent-Mauritius Flights to Launch in December
Uzbekistan and Mauritius will launch direct flights on December 26, opening a new tourism route and creating opportunities for regional transit traffic.
Tashkent Discusses First Barceló Hotel in Central Asia
Tashkent officials discussed a potential project to open the first Barceló Hotel Group property in Central Asia and attract new tourism investment.
Five-Star Hadith Hotel Opens Near Imam Bukhari Complex
A new five-star Hadith Hotel has opened at the Imam Bukhari complex in Samarkand Region, primarily serving local and foreign pilgrims.