Kyiv Pechersk Lavra
A sprawling Orthodox monastery complex dating to 1051, built into caves above the Dnieper, with golden domes and underground catacombs. Some areas are free, others require a ticket.
Street in Kyiv
Andriyivskyy Descent
A steep, winding cobblestone street connecting the upper and lower town, lined with galleries, street art vendors, and historic buildings. Free to walk and often called the Montmartre of Kyiv.
Practical
Before you go
- Address
- Andriivskyi Descent, 01025 Kyiv
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More in Kyiv
Other places worth the walk, and what each one costs.
Maidan Nezalezhnosti
The central square of Kyiv and the site of Ukraine's defining modern political moments. Free to visit and an essential stop for understanding the country's recent history.
Saint Sophia Cathedral
An 11th-century cathedral with original Byzantine mosaics and frescoes, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and museum. An entry fee applies, but the interior mosaics alone are worth it.
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