Kiev Combo: Private Sightseeing Tour and Visit of Kiev Pechersk Lavra

Kiev Combo: Private Sightseeing Tour and Visit of Kiev Pechersk Lavra

Discover all the must-visit sights of Kyiv on a cheerful combo tour with a private local guide.

During the first part of the tour, you will get acquainted with the most popular Kiev attractions, including the Golden Gates, St. Volodymyr’s Cathedral, Opera and Ballet Theater, Andriivsky Descent, St. Sophia Cathedral and much more. Your guide will share with you the most interesting facts about the history and present of our beautiful city.

Then, you will visit an iconic landmark of Kyiv – UNESCO-listed Kyiv Pechersk Lavra and uncover all its secrets. You will visit ancient caves, where the relics of saints are kept, and explore the upper territory of Lavra.

This comprehensive 5-hour combo tour is a perfect choice for the first-time visitors of Kiev as it gives a complete overview of the city and provides you with memorable impressions.

Itinerary
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Pass By: Green Tour Ukraine, Chernogorskaya st. 17/14, Kiev 01103 Ukraine

Local Tour Operator

Stop At: Kyivo-Pechers'ka Lavra, vul. Lavrska 21, Kiev 01015 Ukraine

A must-see attractions of Kyiv – UNESCO-listed Kyiv Pechersk Lavra is an Orthodox Monastery, founded in 11th century.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Mykola Syadristy Microminiatures Museum, Lavrskaya St., 9, Kiev 02000 Ukraine

Unique collection of museum displays tiny pieces of art that can be seen under the magnifying glass. It’s is a work of a prominent artisan Mykola Syadristy.
*Optional, museum is closed on Tuesdays.


Duration: 5 minutes

Pass By: The Great Lavra Bell Tower, Lavrska St, 13/81, Kiev 02000 Ukraine

One of the highlights of the Upper Lavra is a 96-meter Bell Tower, which dominates over the territory of the monastery.
*Optional visit.


Pass By: Rodina Mat (Motherland), Zapeshchernaya St., Kiev Ukraine

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.

Stop At: Hetman Bohdan Khmelnitsky Monument, Sophiyska Square, Kiev Ukraine

Take a look at the monument to Bohdan Khmelnytsky, located in the middle of Sofiivska Square and discover interesting historical facts from your guide.

Duration: 5 minutes

Pass By: Saint Sophia Cathedral, Volodymyrska vul. 24, Kiev 01001 Ukraine

Admire the beauty of UNESCO-listed St. Shopia Cathedral, built in the 11th century during the rule of Yaroslav the Wise. It is one of the main attractions of the city.

Stop At: Sofiyskaya Square, Kiev Ukraine

Walk through the square in front of St.Sophia Cathedral and learn the most interesting facts

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Andriyivski Uzviz, 23 Andriivski Descent, Kiev Ukraine

Stroll down the favorite street of the citizens of Kyiv and explore its open-air market. You can buy traditional souvenirs here, as well as vintage and hand made things.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: After Two Hares Characters Monument, Desyatinnaya St., 14, Kiev Ukraine

Learn the history of the movie characters from your guide and take a lovely picture of them.

Duration: 5 minutes

Pass By: St. Andrew's Church, Andreyevskiy Spusk, 23, Kiev Ukraine

Admire a masterpiece of Baroque architecture of 18th century, located on the top of Andriivsky descent.

Pass By: National Opera House of Ukraine, Volodymyrska 50, Kiev Ukraine

Discover an elegant building of Kiev State Opera and Ballet theater, built in 1901. Find out interesting facts about its history from you guide.

Stop At: St. Michael's Cathedrale, Trokhsvyatytelska vul. 6, Kiev 01001 Ukraine

Marvel at the beauty of the restored St. Michael’s Golden Domed Monastery

Duration: 15 minutes

Pass By: Maidan Nezalezhnosti, Kiev 02000 Ukraine

The central square of Kyiv is a must-visit visit place for all the guests of the city. It plays an important role in the life of the city and your guide will explain you the recent historical events.

Pass By: Khreshchatyk St., Kiev Ukraine

Stroll down the central street of Kyiv, which is one of the shortest central streets in Europe. Discover various boutiques and restaurants, located on the both sides of the street.

Stop At: St. Volodymyr's Cathedral, 20 Shevchenko Boulevard, Kiev Ukraine

Visit a splendid cathedral and admire the paintings of V. Vasnetsov. There are also relics of St. Barbara kept there.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Shevchenko Park, Tarasa Shevchenko Boulevard Between Tereshchenkivska and Volodymyrska Streets, Kiev Ukraine

A beautiful park in the very center of the city overlooks the main building of the University. It’s a great place for a relaxing walk.

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: National Taras Shevchenko University of Kyiv, Volodymyrska vul. 60, Kiev 01601 Ukraine

A famous red building of the University is one of the highlights of the city center. It is an architectural monument of 19h century. Discover the main versions of the origin of the intense red color of the building.

Stop At: Golden Gate, Vladimirskaya st., 40a, Kiev Ukraine

Located in a cozy park, this monument is one of the symbols of the city. It used to be the main entrance to the city in the time of Kyivan Rus. Nowadays, the ruins of the ancient gates are kept beneath the exact replica of this landmark.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Prince Yaroslav the Wise Statue, Zolotovoritsky Park near the Golden Gate, corner of Volodymyrska and Prorizna Streets, Kiev Ukraine

Discover a statue of Yaroslav the Wise holding the layout of the Golden Gates just in front of this monument.

Duration: 5 minutes

Pass By: Sirotkin House, Volodymyrska vul. 39/24, Kiev 01001 Ukraine

An elegant building of the Sirotkin House on Volodymyrska street is steeped in legends and myths. You’ll appreciate its elaborated exterior.

Pass By: Dnieper River, Kiev Ukraine

You can’t imagine Kyiv without Dnipro River, which divides the city in two parts. A beautiful panorama of the Dnipro river and its bridges is one of the highlights of Kyiv.

Stop At: People’s Friendship Arch, Khreshchatyj Park near European Square, Kiev Ukraine

A monument built in the Soviet times in Khreshatiy Park. In the evening hours it is illuminated with all the colors of the rainbow.

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: The National Philharmonic of Ukraine, Volodymyrska vul. 2, Kiev 01001 Ukraine

Located near European Square. The historic building was built at the end of the 19th century.

Pass By: Valeriy Lobanovskiy (Dynamo) Stadium, 3 Hrushevskogo Street, Kiev Ukraine

A home stadium of the local team Dynamo Kyiv. You can see a monument to a prominent coach Valery Lobanovskyi in front of the entrance.

Pass By: Arsenalna Metro Station, Ivana Mazepy St., Kiev 02000 Ukraine

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