Medeu Ice Rink
The Best Mountain Getaway Near Almaty
The legendary Medeu High-Mountain Ice Rink is one of the most iconic attractions in Almaty. Located at 1,691 meters above sea level, it sits in the beautiful Medeu gorge and is only 15–20 minutes by car from the city center.
How to get there by car
The road to Medeu goes along a scenic mountain serpentine with stunning views. The drive takes just 15–25 minutes, making it a perfect short trip for tourists.
With a rental car from M-AutoRent, you can visit Medeu at your own pace — especially convenient for evening skating or weekend trips.
Why tourists love Medeu
The road to Medeu goes along a scenic mountain serpentine with stunning views. The drive takes just 15–25 minutes, making it a perfect short trip for tourists.
With a rental car from M-AutoRent, you can visit Medeu at your own pace — especially convenient for evening skating or weekend trips.
Why tourists love Medeu
- Fresh mountain air
- One of the largest outdoor ice rinks in the world
- Stunning scenery of the Zailiyskiy Alatau mountains
- Magical winter atmosphere
- Cable car connection to Shymbulak ski resort
Best time to visit
The rink is open year-round, but the most beautiful period is winter and early spring, when the surroundings turn into a snowy wonderland.
Travel tips
The rink is open year-round, but the most beautiful period is winter and early spring, when the surroundings turn into a snowy wonderland.
Travel tips
- Dress warmly: the temperature in the mountains is lower
- Roads can get crowded on weekends — consider going early
- Renting a car gives you full flexibility to explore nearby attractions
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