Kiev guided walking tour: discover highlights and hidden gems of the capital
Explore Kiev and visit its major highlights as well as hidden gems during the 3-hours walking tour with a knowledgeable guide. During the tour you will see the Opera House, the Golden Gates, Saint Sophia Cathedral listed as UNESCO site. You will continue the walk down the Andrew's descent having the first glimpse of the old district of Podil, discovering its cobbled street and the beautiful Church of Saint Andrew. An ideal itinerary to have the first impression of Kiev, talk with a knowledgeable local and receive some recommendation and tips from the guide for your further stay in the capital.
Options
Visit of St Sophia Cathedral
You may wish to include the guided visit of St Sophia Cathedral. Tickets can be purchased on spot.
What's included in Kiev guided walking tour: discover highlights and hidden gems of the capital
(Subject to Option Inclusions)You will meet the guide at the National Opera House to start the tour from a beautiful piece of architecture and home to many of Tchaïkovsky masterpieces. You will continue Volodymyrska street and see the very first entrance to Kiev - the Golden Gates. Next highlight is the Saint Sophia Cathedral listed as the UNESCO site. The cathedral may be visited optionally if you wish (tickets are to be purchased on spot ranging from 3 to 4 EUR). You continue the journey and visit the actual monastery of Saint Michael, an important place for Orthodox Christians.
On the way you will discover some hidden murals that became an urban art movement since 2014 all over Kiev. You continue the trip to Andrew's descent, the cozy cobbled street with many souvenirs and a great ambience, see the Saint Andrew's Church on the top of the hill that is the symbol of the old city of Podil. Our guides are very knowledgeable, but also a great company to communicate, exchange opinions and discover the city with a local who loves her and his city. Don't hesitate to ask the guide for any other recommendations for your further stay in Kiev.
Inclusions
- Private tour
- Professional guide
- Entrance fee to Saint Sophia Cathedral
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points