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Kyiv Tours
A hidden gem in Eastern Europe, Kyiv is the perfect destination for anyone looking to experience a little bit of everything. Whether you seek a leisurely stroll or historical context with your travels through this beautiful city, there will be no shortage of enchanting destinations as you search for Kyiv tour guides.
What is a Kyiv Tour?
A tour guide is someone who will show you the best of what our great city has to offer. Tour guides in Kyiv help tourists explore the beautiful city, have a wide range of knowledge, and are eager to share it with others!
If this sounds interesting, please contact me today to discuss how it all works. I offer objective facts and tell my personal story to help make every moment memorable as your Kyiv tour guide.
Private Tour vs. Group Walking Tour, What’s the Difference?
What’s your favorite type of sightseeing excursion?
For many, the best way to experience Kyiv is a private, personal experience that can be modified along the way, while others prefer a group or walking sightseeing excursion. You may choose to explore the city with just you and an expert guide who knows every nook and cranny like they’re their own personal backyard! On the other hand, a group sightseeing excursion or walking tour can be just as fun. There will always be museums, churches, and cathedrals everywhere to see during tours in Kyiv, and the Kyiv travel guide will provide resourceful information.
What is a Private Tour Guide?
A private tour is an exclusive way to see the city. You get personalized service that will make your experience more fun and enjoyable with a private tour guide that provides exclusive insight into the local culture. Private tours can be tailored to accommodate the pace and tourist attraction interests.
What is a Walking Tour Guide?
A walking tour with a group of people is great for making memories, learning about the city, exploring new places, meet locals in their natural environment on foot! Imagine if you could take a walking tour with your very own group tour guide. You’d be able to see all of this beautiful city and learn about its history while always walking, anticipating the next destination. A group walking tour does not allow for modification and is on a time schedule.
Top Kyiv Tour Guide Packages
City of King Vladimir is the top historical tour and best tour.
- St. Sophia’s Cathedral
- St. Michael’s Golden-Domed Monastery
- St. Andrew’s Church
- Andriivs’kyi descent
- Funicular
Popular Tourism Site in Kyiv Oblast
Must See Hidden Gem During Trip To Kyiv
Mezhyhirya Residence Tour
Mezhyhirya Residence Ukraine’s Museum of Corruption There are not many tour guides who have this kind of access inside the Honka. I have expert knowledge of the history of Mezhyhirya Residence and how it relates to the Ukrainian Maidan revolution, my two birds live in the house, and I’ve been on tours to the house more than nearly all other tour guides. Luxurious…
Most Visited Tourist Destinations in Kyiv
Customized Guided Tour Activities
Friendly and privately guided activities are the best way to show the city. Tourist activities can be customized in individually tailored escorted tours around the city.
Highlights for customized choose-your-own-tour packages include:
- Jewish Heritage Tour
- Kyiv highlights tour
- Kyiv walking tours
- Street art and murals/graffiti
- Tour to Chernobyl and Pripyat
- Day group tour to Chernobyl
- Chernobyl private tour & group tour
- Kyiv walk discovery
- Gastro-tours
Full day sightseeing in Kyiv
- Churches, Cathedrals, and Monasteries
- Chornobyl zone in Pryp’yat’
- Museums
- Performing arts
- Themed restaurants
- Themed bars and pubs
- Nightclubs
- Craft beer tasting tours
- Dnieper riverboat cruises
- Open-air bazaars
- Underground tours
- Kids’ amusement parks and fun
- Beaches and swimming
- Traditional Ukrainian cuisine
- Jewish heritage tour
- Traditional Ukrainian craft shopping
- Expo Center of Ukraine
- Organic farms tours
- Street sculptures and graffiti
- Gourmet coffee tasting tours
- High-end and fashion shopping
- Bargain shopping
More fun things to do in Kyiv
- Kid-friendly
- Parks
- History
- Art & culture
- Shopping
- Outdoor
- Museums
- Beaches
- Nightlife
- Restaurants
Meet the Best Kyiv Tour Guide
My name is Marishka Guide and I’m not just a city guide. I am a local, reliable, and friendly source of historical and factual information that can help make your trip more enjoyable while I show you around Kyiv, and one of the best female tour guides in Ukraine.
I will be your personal tour guide girl and itinerary creator by providing historical facts about tourist destinations and highlighting lesser-known gems hidden within neighborhoods.
Fun Facts About My Tour Guide in Kiev Experience
- 15+ years as a professional city guide.
- 3000+ tours.
- 30,000+ km walked during tours.
- 30+ pairs of shoes worn out doing tours.
- 3 sunglasses broken.
- 3 times wrong group of people on a tour.
- I achieved Google Local Guide Level 10 in 5 months.
- I have tens-of-thousands of followers on YouTube and TikTok. My travel and tourism videos have millions of views and likes, worldwide.
- Tour guide in English.
- Tour guide in Ukrainian.
- Tour guide in Russian.
Tour Operator Qualifications
After more than a decade of tour guiding, I earned a diploma and certification to confirm my ability as an English-speaking tour guide in 2018.
Diploma hours requirements
- Basics of Excursions, 86 hours
- Art and History of Ukraine, 48 hours
- Tour Transportation Organization, 33 hours
- Tour Guide Operator, 21 hours
- English Professional Language for Tour Operators, 49 hours
- Occupational Health, 15 hours
- Professional Ethics, 102 hours
- Ancient Kyiv Qualification, 6 hours
Kiev Tour Guide Certification
I’m a Ukrainian-born and raised tour guide in the iconic center of Kyiv.
Growing up in Kyiv’s historical center next to St. Sophia’s Cathedral, I know all about my beautiful city.
After booking a tour with me, I will show you the most important historical landmarks, museums, hidden courtyards, back streets, a rich selection of bars, cafes, and restaurants, making my tours unforgettable.
Marishka has Master’s Degree in Social and Behavioral Studies, Psychology
In addition to a tour guide diploma, I have a master’s degree in psychology.
My experience of more than 15 years as a professional tour guide in Kyiv will provide you with the historical background to enjoy this beautiful city.
I look forward to seeing you on my tours!
Contact me to book a tour.
The Reason I Started This Website
Like most things worthwhile in life, there is a process to follow with tedious and time-consuming paperwork.
I identified flaws in many of these complex processes for migrating to Ukraine, losing luggage at the airport (not lost, but that’s another story), conducting business, recruiting developers and programmers, and starting companies. I have real-world experience obtaining work permits, tax ID numbers, long-term visa D, temporary residence, and many other cultural mishaps that led to this website’s creation.
Who Will Benefit From Visiting This Website?
Anyone who wants to travel to Ukraine for any reason.
First and foremost, we built this website for people who want to move to Ukraine and start a business. I help you obtain Visa D, temporary residence, and permanent residence in Ukraine.
This information is created for business executives handling business in Ukraine for a few hours, days, weeks, or indefinitely.
If you are in one of these categories, this website is for you:
- Entrepreneurs want to open a company in Ukraine or expand existing operations.
- Entrepreneurs and executives are recruiting talent in Ukraine.
- Entrepreneurs and executives are outsourcing Information Technology, website-related, or digital marketing operations to Ukrainian companies.
- Entrepreneurs and executives build blockchain, robotics, crypto or develop machine learning, deep learning, or artificial intelligence algorithms and seek help from Ukrainian companies.
- Travelers are planning trips to Ukraine for cultural tourism experience.
- International students are looking for information as to why and how to study in Ukraine.
- Foreign or stateless persons want to live in Ukraine temporarily, permanently, or strive to gain citizenship.
- Marriage to Ukrainian citizens.
Business Model
I have the experience to plan and execute projects and tasks to meet the needs, obligations, and demands of anyone who will benefit from the information on this website.
My partnerships and connections with registered companies operating in Ukraine render the best overall experience and expertise to do what I say I can do to meet your goals and exceed your expectations.
I operate a service-based, advisement, and consulting organization.
The fees associated with each step of the process are transparent, with nothing hidden.
It will cost x US Dollars or Euros to get y outcome; in all circumstances, every time.
Value proposition
I can help save you money due to not knowing what to do, how to do it, when to do it, or why.
More importantly, I know what not to do, which in itself is most valuable.
Consulting services
- Migration
- Visa
- Residence
- Work permit
- Invitation to Ukraine
- Starting a business
- Operating a business
- Business support
- Legal support
- Marriage in Ukraine
- Cultural tourism information
- Information for international students
Message From Marishka Guide
I can help you navigate along your path while in Ukraine.
Objective: help you obtain a Visa D, temporary residence permit, and permanent residence in Ukraine.
I have been through the process multiple times for multiple reasons and goals.
Work with and organization who knows what it takes to achieve goals and obtain expected outcomes.
You most certainly can complete the paperwork yourself.
It’s not advisable to do the paperwork yourself.
Hiring an attorney in Ukraine who knows how to navigate the paperwork is the best solution.
Please take my advice on this, or don’t, it’s your choice.
I’ve helped obtain work permits, tax IDs, bank accounts, visas, including many Visa D, Private Entrepreneur (PE) registration, and Limited Liability (LLC) registration.
Pro Tip: It’s better to renew your residence permit after ten months to ensure you stay within the laws and times frames set forth by the State Migration Service of Ukraine.
I Can Help
You want to migrate to Ukraine; I can help.
You want to start a company; I can help.
You want not to get scammed while you are here; I can help.
You want to not learn the hard way while in Ukraine; I can help.
You want to get married in Ukraine; I can help with that, too.
You want help from people who have been in your shoes; I am the tour guide you’re looking for.
Contact to get started.
Kyiv Tour Guide FAQs
How do I find a local tour guide?
Meet Marishka, click here to get started.
What is a Personal or Private Tour Guide?
A private guide is not just your tour guide. Private guides become the living embodiment of local culture and ambiance to fully explore destinations like never before.
Having a private tour guide is like being an exclusive club, where you get to use all of your time with a guide who knows the best stops and secrets of the city. Your personal chauffeur will drive around town while they show off their city for you.
What is a Walking Group Tour Guide?
What do you get when a group of friendly, like-minded people comes together to share their love for traveling and exploring the world? A Walking Tour!
A Walking Group Tour Guide is someone who has an intimate knowledge of their city and takes travelers on an engaging journey through their city or destination.
Walking tour guides meet guests at a central tourist destination and then after the instruction of how the tour will unfold, the walking tour begins.
What are tour guides called?
City guide
Tourist guide
Tourist chaperon
Guide for tourists
Marishka Guide
What does a tourist guide do?
A tourist guide takes you on an exciting journey through Kyiv’s best historical places to show how it was back when these locations were new. Tourists come from all over the world just for this experience!
What are the traits of a professional city guide?
Professional city guides possess critical thinking, improvisation skills, and solid communication abilities. Most professional city guides have thousands of hours of experience and possibly some type of tour operator certification.
Additionally, a charismatic personality instills excitement in visitors as they explore new places together while improvising when necessary.
It also helps to have a city guide with a master’s degree in psychology.
Is Kyiv safe to visit?
Yes, Kyiv is as safe as any other large metropolitan city in Europe. Many police walk around to protect people, especially near Khreschatyk Street.
Is Kyiv worth visiting?
Kyiv is most definitely worth visiting because of the sunny Ukraine skies and comfortable climate in the summertime.
There are many historical attractions to see and learn about such as the two UNESCO World Heritage sites, numerous churches, a deep history that goes back more than 1000 years, and a favorable currency exchange rate to the USD and Euro.
What is the best month to visit Kyiv?
June, July, August are the best temperature months with sunny skies for traveling to Kyiv.
May and September have fewer tourists and comfortable, cool temperatures.
Christmas and New Year are popular as well with North American tourists.
What are the best tours in Kyiv?
In my 15+ years of tour-guiding experience, tourists come to Kyiv to see St. Sophia’s Cathedral, Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, and Mezhyhirya Residence.
What are the best places for tours in Kyiv?
The historical center of Kyiv, Shevchenkivskyi, Podil’s’kyi, and Pechers’kyi districts
Which experiences are best for tours in Kyiv?
Some tourists prefer open-air museums for long walks, while others prefer educational indoor museums.
How many days do you need in Kyiv?
The number of days in Kyiv depends on what you’d like to do. Usually, tourists come here for a 3 or 4 day holiday and experience two or three tours during that time.
What Kyiv tours are taking additional safety precautions?
For additional health safety precautions, the indoor museums require masks and covid passport, negative test, or antibody test.
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Tour Packages in Kyiv
Top Tours & Activities in Kyiv
Take a trip to ancient Kiev and experience FIVE private tours in one!
Private Tours in Kyiv
Mezhyhirya Residence
Discover the luxury residence of our ex-President Viktor Yanukovych in Mezhyhirya residence private tour.
Kiev-Pechersk Lavra and National Museum of the history of Ukraine during WWII
Lavra is a must-see when visiting Kiev and the WWII museum is full of valuable Ukrainian history and information.
National Museum of Folk Architecture and Life of Ukraine
Open-air museum with 300 architectural exhibits, 70,000 artifacts, and more than 150 hectares of land.
Kyivan Rus Park
Located in Kyiv Oblast, this historical park and cultural center displays life in Kyivan Rus more than 1000 years ago.
Chernobyl Museum
Learn about the 1986 tragedy at Chernobyl.
Shooting Tour
Shoot targets at the famous Ukrainian military shooting range Polygon with Dragunov sniper rifle, Kalashnikov (AK), and Shotgun.
Kiev Private Tour FAQs
How long are your tours in Kiev?
Minimum duration of a tour is four hours.
Tours can be booked in blocks of four hours, full day (eight hours), or multiple days.
Can you pick me up from the airport?
Yes, I can arrange airport pickup and drop-off for €25.
Can you drop me off at my hotel or apartment?
Yes, I can pickup and drop-off in parking area or entrance to hotel or apartment building.
Do you provide SIM cards?
Yes, I can provide SIM cards from Kyivstar, Vodafone, or Lifecell.
Do you provide group private tours?
Yes, please contact me to discuss number of people in your group for a specific tour.
Are you a licensed tour guide?
Yes, I have tour operator diploma.
What languages do you speak?
English, Ukrainian, Russian
Ukraine Tourism
Ukraine tourism (web page in Ukrainian language) is governed by the State Agency for Tourism Development of Ukraine.
Hundreds of thousands of travelers from more than 100 countries engage in Ukraine tourism each year. Students, tourists, and even those who come to start a business in Ukraine, visit to relax at the Black Sea, and activities that involve lots of walking in Lviv and Kyiv. Our “best of” lists will help with some ideas on where to go the first time around, as well as what else is worth adding to the itinerary after exploring the top spots.
Ukrainian culture is felt through language, which was influenced heavily by Slavic languages before branching outwards towards other cultures over time. However, it’s not just about words either because music, in particular, seems deeply rooted within every aspect of everyday life here, including folk songs passed down orally through generations.
You Need A Tour Guide In Ukraine And Here’s Why
Traveling to Ukraine can be an exciting and rewarding experience, but navigating a foreign country with a different language and culture can also be daunting. That’s why hiring a tour guide in Ukraine is highly recommended.
- A professional tour guide can provide valuable insights into the country’s history, culture, and local customs, making your trip more meaningful and memorable.
- They can also help you avoid common tourist traps and show you hidden gems you may have yet to discover.
- Having a tour guide can save you time by helping you navigate the city more efficiently and providing recommendations for restaurants, shops, and other attractions based on your interests.
- AS tour guide can offer peace of mind and make you feel more secure while exploring an unfamiliar place.
- Hiring a tour guide in Ukraine is a wise purchase to create an unforgettable travel experience while maximizing your time and resources.
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Ukraine
As of 2022, there are seven tourist destinations in Ukraine that are inscribed on the World Heritage List.
Kyiv
Kyiv: Saint-Sophia Cathedral and Related Monastic Buildings, Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra
- Saint-Sophia Cathedral
- Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra
Crimea
Ancient City of Tauric Chersonese and its Chora
Lviv
L’viv – the Ensemble of the Historic Centre
Chernivtsi
Residence of Bukovinian and Dalmatian Metropolitans
Odesa Oblast
Struve Geodetic Arc
Carpathian Mountains
- Wooden Tserkvas of the Carpathian Region in Poland and Ukraine
- Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe
Interesting Places In Ukraine
- Chernobyl
- High Castle Park
- Kamenets Podolsky Castle
- Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra Caves
- Mezhyhirya Residence
- Odesa Catacombs
- Potemkin Stairs
Best Cities To Visit For Ukraine Tourism
- Chernihiv
- Chernivtsi
- Dnipro
- Drohobych
- Ivano-Frankivsk
- Kamianets-Podilskyi
- Kharkiv
- Kremenets
- Kyiv
- Lutsk
- Lviv
- Mukachevo
- Odesa
- Pripyat, Chernobyl Exclusion Zone
- Truskavets
- Uzhhorod
- Zaporizhia
- Zatoka
- Zhovkva
- Zolochiv
Best Cities & Sites
Kyiv
- St. Sophia’s Cathedral
- Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra
- Motherland Monument
Lviv
- Lviv National Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre
- Lychakiv Cemetery
- Rynok Square
Odesa
- Potemkin Stairs
- Pryvoz Market
- Vulytsia Derybasivska
Best Ukraine Tourism Categories
- Amusement Parks
- Art & Culture
- Beaches
- History
- Kid-friendly
- Museums
- Outdoors
- Skiing
Best Castles
- Akkerman Fortress
- Genoese Fortress
- Kamianets-Podilskyi Castle
- Khotyn Fortress
- Lubart’s Castle
- Medzhybizh Castle
- Mukachevo Castle Palanok
- Olesko Castle
- Uzhhorod Castle
- Zhovkva Castle
Best Indoor Museums
- National Museum of the History of Ukraine in the Second World War
- Odessa Art Museum
- Arsenal Museum
- Pharmacy Museum
Best Open-air Museums
- Subcarpathian Rus’ Museum of Folk Architecture and Customs
- National Museum of Folk Architecture and Life of Ukraine
- Oleg Antonov State Aviation Museum
Best Churches & Cathedrals
- Annunciation Cathedral
- Holy Dormition Cathedral of Ukrainian Orthodox Church
- St. Andrew’s Church
- St. George’s Cathedral
- St. Michael’s Golden-Domed Monastery
- St. Nicholas Roman Catholic Cathedral
- St. Sophia’s Cathedral
- St. Volodymyr’s Cathedral
Lavras In Ukraine
- Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra
- Svyatogorsk Lavra
- Pochayiv Lavra
- Univ Holy Dormition Lavra of the Studite Rite
Reasons You Need Tour Guide Services
If you’re planning a trip to Kyiv, Ukraine, hiring a tour guide service can greatly enhance your experience.
- First and foremost, a tour guide can provide valuable insight into the city’s history and culture.
- They can take you to hidden gems you may have yet to discover and offer local knowledge that can enrich your understanding of the city.
- Additionally, a tour guide can save you time by helping you navigate the city more efficiently and avoiding tourist traps.
- They can also help with language barriers and recommend restaurants, shops, and other attractions based on your interests.
- Finally, having a tour guide can provide peace of mind and make you feel more secure as you explore an unfamiliar place.
Overall, hiring a tour guide service in Kyiv is an investment in making the most out of your travels and creating unforgettable memories.
What are you waiting for?
Get Started with Professional Tour Guide Services
Suppose you’re interested in hiring a professional tour guide service for your trip to Kyiv. In that case, there are several steps you can take to get started.
- Research different tour guide companies and read reviews from previous clients to understand their reputation and the services offered.
- Consider your budget and what type of tour experience you’re looking for – private or group tours, walking or driving tours, etc.
- Once you’ve narrowed your options, contact the tour guide company directly to discuss availability and pricing.
- Communicate any specific interests or requests so that the tour can be tailored to your needs.
- Confirm all details before the tour date, and be sure to ask any questions you may have beforehand.
With a little planning and preparation, hiring a professional tour guide service in Kyiv can be a seamless and rewarding experience that enhances your overall travel experience.
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FAQs About Ukraine Tourism
Why do I need a tour guide in Ukraine?
You’ll need a local who grew up and lives in Ukraine to teach the history and details of destinations, attractions, and landmarks. For example, if you book a tour in Kyiv, you need a city guide who grew up in the center of Kyiv to accompany you on the tour.
How long are Ukraine tours?
The duration of tours begin at three hours and can last several days, depending on where you’d like to go and for how long.
What is the cost of tour guide?
Depending on what type of tour you book, the cost begins at €100 per booking (each tour booking minimum is three (3) hours) on private tour for one person. If the tour is a walking tour with 10+ guests, the cost per person will decrease. There are tour expenses such as entrance fees and food that may be included, depending on the tour, the date and time, and duration.
Who is the tour guide?
Kyiv Travel Guide
The capital of Ukraine is a perfect destination for all sorts of reasons. There’s something special about Kyiv that will keep you coming back again and again, I guarantee it! The people here have an easy-going vibe which makes traveling to Ukraine’s capital city effortless. Communication shouldn’t pose any problem as many people in Kyiv speak English.
Explore Kyiv, Ukraine
Imagine the opportunities that await you, wherever your interests may lie! Get ready to explore new countries and cultures- with Kyiv Travel Guide as our guide through this incredible journey of discovery.
Buckle up for some exciting destinations: It’ll be like getting away from it all while relaxing in this magnificent city. With so many attractions waiting just around every corner in Kyiv, there’s no shortage of fun things to do here. If more than one tour or historical interest really gets your blood pumping, get excited because we’ve got plenty more.
The Archangel Michael
Kyiv is said to be protected by The Archangel Michael as shown on the Kyiv City flag and Coat of Arms. When you book one of my Kyiv tours, you will see the Kyiv city flag proudly displayed at the Kyiv City Council building on Khreschatyk St.
Kyiv’s Founders
The city’s name comes from the name of Kyi, one of Kyiv’s four legendary founders. The other founders were brothers Shchek and Khoryv, and their sister Lybid and can be viewed with Kyi at this historical landmark, Kyiv Founders Monument, near the Dnieper River, located in Navodnitsky park.
Historically, the history of Kyiv is immersed in perpetual conflict. It is one of the oldest cities in Eastern Europe, having passed through several stages of prominence and obscurity. The first recorded mention dates back to 484 when it was captured by Scandinavian Norsemen, who became known as “Varangians.” It later served under Kievan Rus’ before becoming a capital city for this East Slavic state which thrived during its golden era from around 950 until 1240.
Is it Kyiv or Kiev?
- The official Ukrainian version is Kyiv and Ukrainian spelling is Київ.
- In the Russian language, it’s Kiev, and Russian spelling is Киев.
Where is Kyiv?
Kyiv, Ukraine location on map is: 50.45012226019272, 30.524254875064223
Kyiv, Ukraine, is the capital city located in the north of Ukraine. Kyiv rests on both banks by the Dnieper River, which provides life to this beautiful metropolis.
- Kyiv to Chernobyl, Pripyat, Ukraine: 135 km
- Kyiv to Odesa, Ukraine (Black Sea): 475 km
- Kyiv to Minsk, Belarus: 530 km
- Kyiv to Warsaw, Poland: 785 km
- Kyiv, to Moscow, Russia: 870 km
- Kyiv to Sevastopol, Crimea, Ukraine (Black Sea): 900 km
What Time is it in Kyiv Right Now?
Eastern European Standard Time (current timezone)
Time zone in Kyiv, Kyiv city (GMT+3)
Eastern European Summer Time
Time zone in Kyiv, Kyiv city (GMT+2)
Kyiv time difference from major cities
- Brisbane: -8
- Tokyo: -7
- Hong Kong: -6
- Bangkok: -5
- Novosibirsk: -4
- New Delhi: -3
- Dubai: -2
- Moscow: -1
- Berlin: +1
- London: +2
- Lisbon: +3
- Rio de Janeiro: +5
- Bermuda: +6
- New York City: +7
- Chicago: +8
- Denver: +9
- Los Angeles: +10
Kyiv Population
- Kyiv City: 3 million
- Kyiv Oblast: 1.8 million
- Kyiv City + Kyiv Oblast: nearly 5 million residents
Kyiv Weather
Kyiv weather is similar to that of southern Canada and is on nearly the same latitude line as Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada.
April – October are very good months for temperature in Kyiv. Weather Spark is a great resource for many whether-related metrics.
Kyiv climate by month
Kyiv average temperature by month in Fahrenheit
Kyiv tourism whether score
Kyiv Places To Visit & Top Things To Do
Learn more about places to visit in our Kyiv travel blog which lists top things to do & unusual things to do in Kyiv.
- St. Sophia’s Cathedral
- Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra
- Motherland Monument
- St. Andrew’s Church
- Independence Square
- Pirogovo Open-Air Museum
- Mezhyhirya Residence
- Golden Gate
- Chornobyl Museum
- Pharmacy-Museum On Podil
- Kyiv Gun Range
- St. Michael’s Golden-Domed Monastery
- Khreschatyk Street
- Andriivs’kyi descent
- Kyivan Rus Park
- City of King Vladimir
- The Ukrainian State Museum of the Great Patriotic War
- Oleg Antonov State Aviation Museum
- Cossack Village
Full-day sightseeing excursions
- Churches, Cathedrals, and Monasteries
- Chornobyl zone in Pryp’yat’
- Museums
- Performing arts
- Themed restaurants
- Themed bars and pubs
- Nightclubs
- Craft beer tasting tours
- Dnieper riverboat cruises
- Open-air bazaars
- Underground tours
- Kids’ amusement parks and fun
- Beaches and swimming
- Traditional Ukrainian cuisine
- Jewish heritage tour
- Traditional Ukrainian craft shopping
- Expo Center of Ukraine
- Organic farms tours
- Street sculptures and graffiti
- Gourmet coffee tasting tours
- High-end and fashion shopping
- Bargain shopping
More fun things to do in Kyiv
- Kid-friendly things to do in Kyiv
- Historical things to do in Kyiv
- Art and culture things to do in Kyiv
- Outdoor things to do in Kyiv
- Museums in Kyiv
- Beaches in Kyiv
- Kyiv nightlife
Watch football in Kyiv
- FC Dynamo Kyiv
- FC Shakhtar
- National Sports Complex “Olympiyskiy” (НСК Олимпийский)
Kyiv Where To Stay?
Highest-rated 5-star hotels in Kyiv
- Premier Palace
- Fairmont Grand Hotel Kyiv
- Opera Hotel Kyiv
- Hyatt Regency Kyiv
- InterContinental Kyiv
- Hilton Kyiv
Kyiv Travel Guide Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kyiv safe for tourists?
Yes, if you don’t flash a fat stack of cash in public. Generally, tourists experience pick-pocket thieves, wandering crowds of gypsies, dating and marriage scams, and dangerous traffic if you choose to drive in and around the city center, mostly around Khreschatyk Street.
Kyiv is located in the north-central part of Ukraine. Conflict areas in Luhansk and Donetsk are in the east and southeast Ukraine, more than 700 km away from Kyiv.
Natives of Kyiv are friendly and known for kindness towards tourists.
Is Kyiv worth visiting?
The answer is a resounding, YES! Kyiv boasts amazing architecture and historical vibrance that is similar to the most visited destinations in the world.
What’s Kyiv known for?
In 1986, a nuclear disaster occurred at Chornobyl. The consequences of this event have been felt worldwide.
Two Unesco World Heritage sites in Kyiv; Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra and Saint Sophia Cathedral
High-tech industries, with Unit.city leading the way
Numerous historical landmarks
Chicken Kiev, Verenyky, Borscht, and Kiev Cake
Sunflower oil, wheat, and petroleum products exports
Many lush green parks
Andriy Shevchenko, Ukrainian footballer
Igor Ivanovich Sikorsky, aviation pioneer
How many days are enough to see the sights in Kyiv?
Three to four days in Kyiv allow plenty of time to take at least two or three tours. For the adventurer, seven to 10 days is ideal to stay in Kyiv. For those who are serious about history, stay 90 days and take all my tours.
Is Kyiv open for tourists? What are the entry requirements for Ukraine?
Some nationalities are required to have visas and others are not.
USA visa-free for up to 90 days for 180 days;
UK visa-free up to 90 days for 180 days
Canada visa-free for up to 90 days for 180 days
Check the official Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine website for entry requirements related to your country.
Kyiv Tours
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