1. Andreevsky Spusk Andreevsky Spusk is a picturesque street in Kyiv, which was the oldest route connecting important trade areas. This place got its name from St. Andrew's Church (mid-18th century), located at its upper end. Here, of course, there is something to see in Kyiv. Walking along this sight, you can plunge into the atmosphere of antiquity, comfort and extraordinary history that reigns here on every square meter. You will see delightful architectural masterpieces, legendary lanes and squares, as well as such cultural institutions as the Bulgakov Museum and the One Street Museum.
Address: Kyiv, Andreevsky descent street. How to get there: from the metro station "Kontrakt. Ploschad", passing the Assumption Church or from the station "Post Plosha", and then go down along Trekhsvyatitelskaya Street. 2. Motherland Motherland is a popular place in Kyiv, which is a grandiose monument-sculpture erected on the right bank of the Dnieper in 1981. The monument is dedicated to the heroes of the Great Patriotic War. It impresses with its huge size and is surrounded by a picturesque park where adults and children enjoy walking. In addition, here you can visit an interesting museum exhibition about the historical facts of the hostilities of 1941-1945.
Address: Kyiv, Ivan Mazepa street, 33. How to get there: from the metro stations "Dnepr", "Pecherskaya" or "Friendship of Peoples". The cost of visiting: you will be asked to pay 300 hryvnia for raising the shield, and you can be on the lower observation deck for only 50 hryvnia. 3. Pirogovo There is also something to see in Pirogovo in Kyiv. This is a picturesque area of high historical value. It got its name from the village that existed on this territory since the 17th century. Here you can visit the Museum of Folk Architecture and Life, located in the open air, get acquainted with the magnificent sights and monuments of culture and history of different regions of our country.
Address: Pirogovo village, Krasnoznamennaya street, 1 How to get there: by trolleybus number 11 from the metro station "Lybidskaya", by minibus number 156 - from the Bessarabsky market, by minibus number 496 from the metro station "Lukyanovskaya", etc. The cost of visiting: for adults - from 30 hryvnia, for schoolchildren - from 15 hryvnia. 4. Independence Square Independence Square or in the common people Maidan is currently a legendary place in Kyiv. Despite the recent events in our country, which have caused significant damage to the architectural ensemble of this attraction, it is still worth a visit. The square is located between the most popular street of the capital, Khreshchatyk, Slfievskaya, Institutskaya, M. Zhitomirskaya, B. Grinchenko and others. Do not miss the opportunity to feel the spirit of the recent and most historically significant events for Ukraine!
Address: Kyiv, Independence Square How to get there: metro station "Independence Square". Choose hotels in the center of Kyiv. 5. St. Nicholas Church Majestic and mysterious in its architecture, the St. Nicholas Church cannot but cause sincere delight. You can admire its intricate patterns for hours, penetrating deep into the centuries. It is a Roman Catholic church dedicated to Saint Nicholas. Since 1980, the House of Chamber and Organ Music has been located in its building.
Address: Kyiv, Velyka Vasilkovskaya street, 77. How to get there: to the metro station "Republican Stadium", and then along Velyka Vasilkovskaya street. Cost of visiting: the price of tickets for concerts varies from 50 to 400 hryvnia. 6. Arch of Friendship of Peoples The Arch of Friendship of Peoples is an amazing architectural creation that has been decorating Khreshchaty Park since 1982. The monument was built in honor of the reunification of Russia and Ukraine and contains three picturesque elements - a huge arch shaped like a rainbow, bronze sculptural compositions depicting workers and granite sculptures of a fragment from the scenes of the legendary Pereyaslav Rada.
Address: Kyiv, European Square, on the territory of Khreschaty Park. How to get there: get to the metro station "Independence Square", then walk to European Square. Hotels near the Arch of Friendship of Peoples welcome guests. 7. Mariinsky Palace One of the most beautiful architectural masterpieces of the capital, the Mariinsky Palace, is located on the right bank of the Dnieper River. Its luxurious premises house the residence of the Ukrainian President, where the most noble receptions and solemn ceremonies of national importance are held. The architectural style of the palace is baroque.The order for its construction in 1744 was issued by Empress Elizabeth herself.
How to get there: take the metro to the Arsenalnaya station, where on the square of the same name turn onto Grushevskogo street. Cost of visiting: excursions around the palace are carried out on individual orders, their minimum cost is 500 hryvnias. 8. Golden Gate From the era of the reign of Yaroslav the Wise, an architectural and historical monument, the Golden Gate, has been perfectly preserved. He can tell the most interesting facts about the defense architecture of that time. Then the building was a grandiose fortress with a wide passage. To appreciate all the greatness of the tower, you can only visit it. Currently, there is an interesting museum exposition in the building of the Golden Gate.
Address: Kyiv, Vladimirskaya street, 40a. How to get there: the attraction is located near the Golden Gate metro station. Cost of visiting: from 15-40 hryvnia. 9. Sophia Cathedral What else to see in Kyiv? The amazing St. Sophia Cathedral will be the best place for connoisseurs of religious and historical monuments. The building was erected in the 11th century in the central part of the capital by order of Yaroslav the Wise. Later, the cathedral was rebuilt and given elements of the Ukrainian Baroque architectural style. Visiting the temple, you will see a large number of ancient frescoes, unique mosaic images, including the legendary mosaic called Our Lady of Oranta.
Address: Kyiv, Volodymyrska street, 24. How to get there: after leaving the metro station "Zoloti Vorota" head along Volodymyrska street to Sofiyivska Square. Nearby there are hotels near St. Sophia Kievskaya. Cost of visiting: entrance to the territory - from 10 UAH, excursions for adults - from 55 hryvnia. 10. Kiev-Pechersk Lavra Every Ukrainian, without a doubt, has heard of the Kiev-Pechersk Lavra - a grandiose architectural, historical and religious monument of Kyiv. It is the oldest monastery in Rus', built in 1051. The attraction is known for its amazing temples and churches, mysterious caves with the relics of saints, picturesque towers and other valuable structures. Every year, tens of thousands of pilgrims come here for a divine blessing.
Address: Kyiv, Ivan Mazepa street, 25. How to get there: from the metro station "Arsenalnaya" get to the Museum of the Great Patriotic War or to the Kiev-Pechersk Reserve. Find nearby hotels here. Cost of visiting: guided tour - from 700 hryvnia.