Botanical Garden named after Nikolai Grishko:

The Mykola Grishko National Botanical Garden of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine is one of the largest in Europe in terms of scale and diversity of living plants. Its territory is almost 130 hectares and every year it receives about a million visitors😮. The main purpose of the garden is to preserve and study rare and endangered species of local and world flora. One of its main objects is a huge arboretum, which contains a collection of plants brought from different parts of the world. A tourist can visit the picturesque gardens of lilacs and magnolias, a greenhouse complex with succulents, palm trees and ficuses, as well as many other amazingly beautiful areas🤪. In addition, on the territory of the botanical garden there is a shop selling seedlings of ornamental and fruit plants.

Contract area:

The famous Kontraktova Square is located in the historical center of Kiev - on Podil. In the 16th century, it was called Market Square - at that time there were merchant pavilions with goods on it😌. The square began to be called Kontraktova already in the 18th century, when it was chosen as the main location for holding fairs and concluding contracts. Here is the fountain "Samson" - one of the oldest fountains in the country that has survived to this day. In addition, Kontraktova Square is replete with a large number of other attractions - nearby are the Kiev-Mohyla Academy, the Kiev Municipal Academic Opera and Ballet Theater for Children and Youth, a square with a monument to Hetman Petro Sahaydachny and a Ferris wheel😁. On the square itself, various concerts, festivals, fairs and other folk festivals are often held.

Andrew's Descent:

Surprisingly colorful old street Andreevsky Spusk is the most important historical location in Kiev😍. It is rightfully considered one of those places, without visiting which a full-fledged acquaintance with the Ukrainian capital simply cannot take place. Since ancient times, this street has been connecting the Upper Town with Podil. It got its name from the Orthodox church built in honor of the Apostle Andrew the First-Called🤩. In addition to its rich history and unique atmosphere, Andreevsky Spusk is famous for its huge number of attractions - many interesting places in Kiev are located here☝️.

Museum of Mikhail Bulgakov. From 1906 to 1919, the family of the professor of the Kiev-Mohyla Academy Afanasy Bulgakov (the writer's father) lived in this house. The house also became the center of the plot of his first novel The White Guard and the play Days of the Turbins. The museum houses a unique collection of the writer's personal belongings, including his paintings, diaries and photographs😁.
"The Castle of Richard the Lionheart" - such an unusual name was given to the house number 15 on Andreevsky Descent thanks to the writer Viktor Nekrasov. According to him, in childhood, he and his friends played in the courtyard of this house, built in the British Gothic style, and imagined that in front of them was an old castle from Walter Scott's story "Ivanhoe".
St. Andrew's Church is a striking example of a Baroque building. It was erected in 1747-1762 according to the design of the architect F.B. Rastrelli. The temple is one of the main symbols of the street and the most important architectural monument of Kiev😮.
The sculpture “Chasing Two Hares” is dedicated to the 1961 Soviet film of the same name. It depicts the moment when Svirid Golokhvastov proposes his hand and heart to Pronya Prokopovna. The place of installation of the monument was not chosen by chance - the shooting of the film took place in Kiev, and its main scenes unfolded right at St. Andrew's Church😊.
One Street Museum. It displays the entire history of Andreevsky Descent, and some of its expositions are dedicated to prominent figures who lived here. Among the exhibits of the museum there are many historical documents and manuscripts, as well as old photographs and other artifacts😇.
Theater "Wheel" is an important object of the cultural life of the capital. It has been operating since 1988, and its repertoire includes 26 productions. In the theater you can watch performances of different genres - folklore and ethnographic, avant-garde and classical.

Vozdvizhenka and Landscape Alley:

The colorful microdistrict Vozdvizhenka, located in the historical center of Kiev, is considered one of the most elite in the city. It is built up with colorful buildings with unusual architectural elements that immediately attract attention. Once there was a port and a large market. In the second half of the 20th century, the territory was abandoned, and since the 2000s, active development of the bright area began. Today, the tourist will find here many bars and restaurants, galleries, hotels, boutiques and quiet squares🤔.

Climbing up the long reconstructed staircase, you will find yourself on Landscape Alley🤩. This atmospheric recreation area has gained popularity thanks to unusual sculptures and stunning views of the city from its observation decks🤗. Initially, the Landscape Alley was supposed to become part of the historical and architectural complex "Ancient Kiev". The project included the organization of an archaeological museum, the reconstruction of Andreevsky Descent and much more, but it was not successful. In 2009, at the expense of local residents, a square with unique art objects was built here. Today, among them you can see benches in the form of different animals, bright mosaic compositions and fountains, as well as sculptures of famous fairy-tale characters🔥. The landscape alley is a great location for a walk if you are looking for where to go in Kiev with a child.

Postal area:

Postal Square is one of the oldest in Kiev. Historians believe that trading settlements appeared here in the 4th century. It is famous for its stunning views of the Dnieper, access to the embankment and the wealth of various attractions☝️. Since 1961, the main port of the capital, the Kiev River Station, began to work here, which later ceased to fulfill its function and only recently opened to visitors as a cultural space🙂. Not far from the square are the funicular station that connects Podil with the Upper Town, and the Pedestrian Bridge leading to Trukhanov Island. Another popular location is Food Station Bay, a huge pavilion that houses more than 20 street food outlets☝️.

St. Vladimir's Cathedral:

The majestic Vladimir Cathedral is a landmark monument of neo-Byzantine architecture and the main temple of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church😱. It was named after Prince Vladimir, who baptized Kievan Rus, and was built over 34 years - from 1862 to 1882. Its walls were painted by the greatest artists of those times - Vasnetsov, Vrubel, Pimonenko and others. Inside the cathedral, you can see amazing mosaic compositions and frescoes on historical and biblical themes that amaze with their beauty😍.

National Opera of Ukraine:

National Academic Opera and Ballet Theater of Ukraine named after T.G. Shevchenko is one of the largest and most famous theaters in the country☝️. Its history began in 1867, when a permanent opera troupe was organized in Kiev. The building of the theater from the first seconds attracts attention with its external appearance🤩. The building was designed by architect Viktor Schroeter. On its facade there are sculptures of muses - Melpomene and Terpsichore. The opera house boasts excellent acoustics and elegant decoration. The repertoire of the theater consists mainly of classical works😱. Such outstanding artists as Fyodor Chaliapin, Boris Gmyrya and Maria Litvinenko-Wolgemut, as well as ballerinas Maya Plisetskaya, Galina Ulanova and others performed on its stage. In addition, famous operas by the Ukrainian composer Mykola Lysenko were staged here🔥.
Chocolate House:

Another amazing architectural landmark of the capital is unofficially called "Chocolate House" - because of the appropriate color and facade, reminiscent of a chocolate bar🤤. The two-storey building was built in 1901 by the architect Vladimir Nikolaev. Throughout its history, the mansion managed to be home to many prominent personalities, as well as the registry office and an art gallery. Now the building hosts exhibitions, concerts, creative evenings and other cultural events🤗. The interiors deserve special attention. Each hall in it is made in a certain style - Moorish, Russian, Baroque, Art Nouveau and others🙂.

Zoo:

Kiev Zoo is one of the largest not only in Ukraine, but also in Europe. It was founded in 1909 on the basis of the Botanical Garden😇. Now the park covers an area of ​​more than 34 hectares. About 368 species of animals live on its territory, including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates from different parts of the world😍. It also conducts scientific research, animal rehabilitation and work on the conservation of rare species. Visitors are offered guided tours for different ages, during which you can learn the history of the park and its inhabitants☝️.

National Museum "Kyiv Art Gallery":

If you are looking for something to see in Kiev as part of a small cultural tour, head to the Kiev Art Gallery (former Kiev Museum of Russian Art). It has been operating since 1922 and boasts one of the most impressive collections of fine art in Ukraine😁. The exposition of the museum includes more than 12 thousand works of painting, sculpture, graphics and arts and crafts. Also here you can see a unique collection of icons of the XIII-XVII centuries and the work of such prominent artists as Levitsky, Tropinin, Vasnetsov, Repin, Vereshchagin, Vrubel and others. On the first Wednesday of every month, the gallery hosts an open day☺️.

Nicholas Church:

The St. Nicholas Church, charming in its appearance, is one of the most impressive architectural sights of the city. Its construction took place from 1899 to 1909 and was carried out thanks to the donations of the townspeople😌. The building was built in the Gothic style, taking into account all the characteristic features - strict proportions, sharp towers and spiers, spectacular decorative elements. The temple is decorated with numerous statues and a rose window. Today, the building houses the National House of Organ and Chamber Music of Ukraine☝️.

NSC Olimpiyskiy:

The Olimpiysky National Sports Complex is a real epicenter of the country's sports and cultural life. The legendary stadium was built in 1936 by architect M.I. Grechiny, and in 2011 it underwent a large-scale reconstruction. It hosted football matches as part of the 1980 Summer Olympics, as well as the final and closing of the European Football Championship 2012 (UEFA Euro 2012). In addition, the NSC Olimpiyskiy serves as one of the main venues for many public events, concerts and shows🤩. You can visit the stadium and learn more about its history during the tour.

Oceanarium "Sea Tale":

Kiev Oceanarium is a whole educational and entertainment complex that gives visitors the opportunity to explore the underwater world and observe its inhabitants. On an area of ​​​​about 800 m² there are 50 aquariums, the total volume of which is 200,000 liters😱. More than 2,600 species of fish and other animals live here. One of the most fascinating parts of the oceanarium is the water tunnel, where representatives of the marine fauna are separated from the guests by 8 cm thick glass. As an entertainment, visitors are offered to watch the feeding of fish, sharks and rays😍.

Khanenko Museum:

Kiev National Museum of Art named after Bohdan and Varvara Khanenko became famous for its unique and most valuable collection of world art in Ukraine😊. It has more than 25 thousand works, including paintings, sculptures, icons and artifacts brought from different parts of the world.
The exposition is based on the collection of Bogdan and Varvara Khanenko, who devoted more than 40 years of their lives to collecting☝️. In the future, the funds of the museum were replenished thanks to patrons and the help of other museums. Among the most iconic exhibits are Diego Velazquez's painting "Portrait of the Infanta Margaret"‎, Viktor Vasnetsov's painting "Three Princesses of the Underworld", as well as the works of Ivan Shishkin. Of particular interest is an impressive collection of graphics😇.

Pedestrian bridge across the Dnieper:

Most likely, any tourist route will sooner or later lead you to another popular location - a large Pedestrian Bridge. Its official name is Park. It connects the right bank of the Dnieper and Trukhanov Island. After reconstruction in 2017, the building acquired a more modern look. The bridge was divided into two zones - pedestrian and bicycle☺️. It will be nice to walk here both in sunny and foggy weather. From here, magnificent panoramas of the river and the city open up, and in the evening, a special atmosphere is created by the backlight, which is beautifully reflected in the water🙃. For fans of extreme sports, rope jumping is organized here - jumps are carried out from a height of 26 meters above the water😱.

Trukhanov island:

A green oasis in the heart of Kiev is a great place for solitude and relaxation from the city noise😍. Trukhanov Island, covering an area of ​​450 hectares, is an incredibly picturesque natural area where everyone will find entertainment to their liking. And yet - this is a simple answer to the question of where to go in Kiev on the weekend🤔. Here you can meet sunrises and sunsets, walk in the forest and have picnics, swim, play sports and party. There are cafes, bars and restaurants on the territory of the island, as well as a recreation center and several equipped beaches😇. There is also a popular recreational area Cuba Camp, where dance floors, hammocks, a food court and many entertainment options are waiting for visitors🤪.

Park of Friendship of Peoples:

The green park of Friendship of Peoples occupies a huge space between the left and right banks of the Dnieper😍. It was founded in 1972 on Trukhanov Island. Over time, the territory of Muromets Island was added to the park, and its total area reached 780 hectares😱. Today this place is a wonderful location for picnics, long walks and outdoor activities. The park has cafes and restaurants, beaches, sports areas and secluded corners where you can be alone with nature😇. For fans of extreme sports, there is the XPark entertainment complex, where everyone can go surfing, wakeboarding or kayaking☺️.
I hope this information was useful to you.
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