Soviet History and Architecture of Kyiv Private Driving Tour

3 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Explore the soviet heritage in Kyiv on a private guided tour and learn important facts from the USSR history. Discover examples of pompous Stalin empire-style architecture of the administrative district and Khreschatyk street, as well as typical budget residential blocks, so called “khruschevka”. Highlight of the tour is a visit of World War II Museum with a monumental Mother Motherland statue.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: German, Russian, Ukrainian, English, Italian, Polish, Spanish
Operated by: Green Tour Ukraine

Ages: Adults (1–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Professional guide
Included: Private tour
Included: Transportation by private vehicle

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Khreshchatyk

30 min

Central street of Kyiv was almost completely destroyed during the Second World War, very few buildings survived. The current architectural ensemble on the street is a great example of Stalin's Empire style, including the building of the Hotel Ukraine and Town Hall.
Ukrainian House/ The International Convention Center

5 min

A building of the former Lenin's Muse located at European Square.
People’s Friendship Arch

20 min

A monument built in the Soviet times in Khreshatiy Park. In the evening hours it is illuminated with all the colors of the rainbow.
The Cabinet of Ministers - Budynok Uryadu (The Government)

Passing by

The place where the Prime Minister of Ukraine works
Verkhovna Rada

Passing by

A house of Ukrainian Parliament, built in 1939.
Arsenalna Subway Station

10 min

One of the deepest stations in the world is an interesting attraction of the city.
Eternal Glory Park

20 min

A spacious park, located on the Dnipro River hills includes an obelisk on unknown soldier’s grave.
National Museum “The Memorial in Commemoration of Famines’ Victims

Passing by

Holodomor victims Memorial
Afghanistan 1979-1989 War Memorial

Passing by

Monument commemorating the soldiers who died in Afghan War
National Museum of the History of Ukraine in the Second World War

one hour Admission included

A one-of-a-kind museum enlightens people of the tragic events of the World War II and helps to understand the importance of peace for the future generations. On the open-air grounds of the museum, you will find an exhibition of the military equipment and sculptures depicting the crucial events of the war.
The Motherland Monument

Passing by

An eye-catching sculpture of Mother Motherland is one of the symbols of the city. Rodina Mat monument together with the podium is 102-meter tall, which makes it one of the highest sculptures in the world.