1. Odessa Opera and Ballet Theater
The building of the city theater can be confidently called magnificent. Odessa Opera is the best option for where to go in Odessa for fans of architecture and art. The Viennese Baroque building dates back to the 19th century. We recommend that you explore the theater not only from the outside, but also from the inside. The main auditorium has unique acoustics - even in its remote corners, the whisper of a person from the stage will be clearly audible. The interior style is French Rococo.
2. Potemkin Stairs
One of the visiting cards of the city, which is also included in all lists of "the main sights of Ukraine." The design was created in the 19th century by order of Vorontsov. The prince ordered to build it as a gift to his beloved wife. The staircase leading to Primorsky Boulevard consists of almost 200 steps. Every tourist should climb it.
3. Monument to Duke de Richelieu
Richelieu was the head and one of the founders of Odessa. It was thanks to his efforts that the city became the largest seaport. The monument is located at the top of the Potemkin Stairs. The figure often has romantic meetings, humorous events are held. In addition, it is believed that by touching the bag of money on the statue, you can become richer and more successful in business.
4. Deribasovskaya street
The central pedestrian avenue of the city, which will allow you to feel the unique flavor of Odessa. No matter how short your trip is, you should definitely walk along Deribasovskaya Street with its boutiques, cafes, restaurants and the Passage. Here are the best hotels in Odessa. Most of the buildings were built in the 19th century. Many cottages that have come down to our time belonged to world famous personalities.
5. Seaside Boulevard
You can get to the boulevard by climbing the Potemkin Stairs. Guides in Odessa are often advised to start exploring the city from this very place. From the boulevard you can admire the seaside station. The list of attractions located here includes a museum with a glass dome, which stores the remains of the settlement of the ancient Greeks.
6. Vorontsov Palace
The building was built in 1834 and belonged to members of the Vorontsov family. The residence was almost destroyed during the Crimean conflict. After the war with the Anglo-French army, only ruins remained of the palace. In the future, it was decided to restore the historic building and use it again as a residence for the governor. At one time, a men's gymnasium was also located here, and then a center for creativity for children.
7. Shah Palace
Neo-Gothic architectural work of art, which got its name due to the fact that Muhammad Ali (Shah of Persia) lived here. The Persian king was forced to flee to the Ukrainian city in connection with the revolution in Iran. Today, the building, built in the 19th century, houses the offices of a private corporation.
8. Spaso-Preobrazhensky Cathedral
The largest functioning church in the city for Orthodox parishioners is located on Cathedral Square. Initially, the building with beautiful snow-white walls was a modest temporary temple. The last restoration of the complex was carried out in the 20th century. If you want to see the best sights of Odessa, come here.
9. Holy Dormition Monastery
The temple has grown from the bishop's residence of the 19th century. At the beginning of the 20th century, the Soviet government decided to seize property and destroy all churches. However, this monastery managed to survive, despite the fact that schismatics took refuge in it. In 1944, a large-scale restoration was carried out. Two years later, the temple turned into the residence of the head of Orthodox Russian Christians.
10. Passage
A chic building of the 19th century is located at the intersection of Preobrazhenskaya and Deribasovskaya streets. Your trip to Odessa should certainly include a visit to the complex. The atmosphere of the courtyard is similar to the exterior of GUM in the capital of Russia. The Passage, with its glass domes, baroque sculptures on the façades and ornate arched windows, is home to shops, restaurants, covered malls and a hotel.
11. Bolshaya Moskovskaya Hotel
A well-known hotel complex built in the 20th century. The construction was carried out thanks to the financing of the company "Dementiev and Co." The architectural style of the building, whose rooms are still very popular with guests of the city, is modern.