3 Days in Kiev: A Guide to Exploring the City in 3 Days

3 Days in Kiev: A Guide to Exploring the City in 3 Days, Kiev, Ukraine

As the Capital of Ukraine, Kiev is an incredible city with so much history, architecture, and things to experience, that it seems impossible to do it all in one day; even if you just want to see Kiev’s best attractions. In fact, it seems so impossible that instead of just putting together a 1-day guide like we often do, we thought that it would be better to put together something which takes place over not 2, but 3 day

So, here are the best things to see and do in Kiev over the course of 3 days. Experience the best and the finest Kiev has to offer.

Spend your first day seeing some of the city’s most beautiful and magnificent offerings. From the central seat of government adjacent to Mariyinsky Palace to an ancient city gate dating back to almost 1000 years ago, your first day in Kiev will be spent exploring what Kiev truly has to offer.

The Ceremonial home of the Ukrainian President, this popular destination is perfect for those who want to start their tour of the city on foot. The Baroque style architecture is over 140 years old and shines against the backdrop of the city.

Part of the reason why the palace might be so impressive is that it was designed by the same person behind the Winter Palace in St. Petersburg. The Palace is open to the public to view and have a look through, so if you feel like catching more of it in the morning, then feel free to have a look around. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: 3 Days in Kiev: A Guide to Exploring the City in 3 Days
Guide Location: Ukraine » Kiev
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Cezary Krol
Read it on Author's Website: https://etramping.com/3-days-kiev-guide/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
  • Mariyinsky Palace
  • Independence Square
  • St. Michael’s Golden-Domed Monastery
  • St Sophia’s Cathedral
  • Monument to Scovoroda
  • The Golden Gate of Lyov
  • Kyiv Pechersk Lavra
  • Motherland Statue
  • National Museum of the History of Ukraine in the Second World War
  • Babyn Yar
  • Hidropark Island
  • Chernobyl Museum

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