By MupDay - the planner that does the research for you.
Updated: 2026-07-12
Samarkand, a jewel of the Silk Road, is an enchanting city brimming with magnificent Islamic architecture and ancient tales. Visit to experience the historical grandeur of the Timurid Empire and the beauty of its blue-tiled mosques and madrasahs.
Plan a trip to Samarkand →The must-see places in Samarkand include Registan Square, Bibi-Khanym Mosque, Shah-i-Zinda Necropolis, Eternal City Complex (Samarkand Silk Road Park), Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum and more. Here is the full list, with a short note on each:
The beating heart of Samarkand, featuring three magnificent madrasahs that showcase the pinnacle of Islamic art.
One of the largest and most impressive mosques in the Islamic world, built by Timur.
A stunning street of mausoleums adorned with blue tiles, an important pilgrimage site.
The resting place of Timur and his successors, featuring a magnificent blue dome and rich decorations.
The remains of a 15th-century observatory, a testament to Ulugbek's advanced astronomical knowledge.
A vibrant local market near Bibi-Khanym Mosque, perfect for an authentic experience and shopping.
An important religious complex outside the city, dedicated to one of the greatest Islamic scholars.
Here is what 4 days in Samarkand look like when the planner builds them: stops grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, one full day at a time. The same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.
This is an example. The planner builds a different route for your dates, real opening hours, how you get around and your own preferences.
Build your own itinerary - your dates, your preferences ←Registan Square, Bibi-Khanym Mosque, Shah-i-Zinda Necropolis, Eternal City Complex (Samarkand Silk Road Park), Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum, Ulugbek Observatory
Any season works - MupDay plans around opening hours and the weather, and rebuilds your days as you add or remove places.
Most travellers spend between two and five days in Samarkand. MupDay builds a full itinerary for whatever length you pick - two days, three, four or a week - splitting the places across the days by proximity and opening hours, so each day stands on its own.
Pick places in MupDay and it auto-builds a day-by-day route with no zig-zag, weather-aware.
