Touristic spots in Kyiv

National Art Museum of Ukraine

A must-see place where you can explore unique art masterpieces, sculpture and paintings from the oldest times.

St. Sophia's Cathedral

It is an important architectural monument in Byzantine style. The work on it started in1037 and lasted three years. It is not only beautiful from the outside but also offers an amazing view from its bell tower.

The Botanical Garden

A place rich in nature with a greenhouse where you can see succulents, tropical trees and flowers.

Pechersk Lavra

The Orthodox monastery has a history of 10 centuries and is a place where you can explore ancient architecture and beautiful surroundings.

St. Andrew's Church

It is a unique building in Baroque style built on an artificial hill. The staircase leads to the terrace where you can see the old neighbourhoods of Kyiv.

Museum of the Great Patriotic War

It is the perfect place for people interested in the history of the Second World War. Here you can observe different monuments, tanks, cars and listen to war songs.

National Opera of Ukraine

The building itself is very interesting and represents Neo-Renaissance architecture. The famous theatre was established in 1867.

Mikhail Bulgakov Museum

The house where the famous writer Bulgakov lived for 13 years became a museum, where you can see the exact layout as it was in Bulgakov's novels.

Saint Michael's Monastery

An impressive Orthodox cathedral located close to other attractions. It survived many wars and remained as beautiful as it was.

Mariinsky Palace

The palace was built in 1744 and represents the ceremonial residence of the Ukrainian president. It is the place where important events and receptions happen.

The Motherland Monument

The beautiful monument has a height of over 100 metres. The woman holds a sword and a shield and represents the national spirit of the people.

Khreshchatyk

The central street is home to Maidan Nezalezhnosti and the most important events, including the revolution in 2014. It is the place where you can observe Soviet buildings.

The house with Chimaeras

The architecture of the presidential residence was created by Vladislav Gorodetsky. The best part of it is the sculptures on the house.