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Kiev Pechersk Lavra Tour

5.0 (12 reviews) 2 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Kiev Pechersk Lavra Tour

About this activity

This tour will take you to the oldest and the biggest cathedral in Ukraine,

Kiev Pechersk Lavra, also known as the Kiev Monastery of the Caves.

It is a historic Orthodox Christian monastery which gave its name

to one of the city districts in Kiev.

You will see the most beautiful churches and explore the caves with mummified remains of the Saints from 11th century.

Ukrainian people are very religious and you will have a chance to learn more about Orthodox.

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At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
Russian, English
Operated by
Free Kiev Walking Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–15 years) · Youth (16–17 years) · Adults (18–44 years) · Seniors (45–90 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Entrance ticket to the Bell Tower
  • Included: Entrance ticket to the Monastery
  • Included: Candles

Not included

  • Not included: Entrance to Miniature Museum has to be paid extra.

Itinerary

  1. Arsenalna Subway Station

    2 min Admission not included

    You will find out the story about the deepest Metro Station in the world.

  2. The Holy Dormition Kyiv Caves Lavra

    2 hours Admission included

    On the territory you will explore Assumption Cathedral, Refectory Church and Holly Caves.

  3. The Great Lavra Bell Tower

    20 min Admission not included

    The biggest bell tower in Ukraine, which you can see during our tour.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • You will find our tour guide with a green flag on the street near the entrance to the Arsenalna Metro Station.

End point

  • You will find our tour guide with a green flag on the street near the entrance to the Arsenalna Metro Station.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

  • Not recommended for people with claustrophobia to go to the caves.

  • Visiting the caves will be quite difficult for overweight people and those who have problems with the knees.

Traveller ratings

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