streamlined, functional studios provide kitchenettes, flat-screen tvs and wi-fi, in addition to washing machines. on a tree-lined street in a residential district, this straightforward apartment hotel is a 15-minute walk from beresteiska metro station, 2 km from nyvky park and 7 km from the kiev zoo. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. there are also 1- and 2-bedroom apartments, some with sleeping lofts or loft bedrooms Kyiv International Airport (Zhuliany) 26 min
Kiev Pechersk Lavra (25 min) Ornate religious buildings line this iconic monastic complex, known for its network of catacombs. St. Sophia's Cathedral (17 min) Orthodox cathedral, founded in 1037, with monastic buildings, a gilt cupola, necropolis and museum. St. Volodymyr's Cathedral (13 min) Neo-Byzantine cathedral with bright yellow facade, opening to a gold-accented fresco-lined interior. The Motherland Monument (30 min) Huge statue atop of the National Museum of the History of the Great Patriotic War of 1941-1945. Friendship of Nations Arch (20 min) Huge rainbow-shaped arch with a riverfront deck built in 1982 to honor Russia & the Ukraine. Ukrainian National Chornobyl Museum (21 min) Museum detailing the Chernobyl nuclear disaster, with audio-visual exhibits, photos & documents. National Opera of Ukraine (17 min) Opera house, ballet, theatre, and opera St. Michael's Golden-Domed Monastery (18 min) Site comprising of a cathedral, bell tower, refectory & gates, all built in Ukrainian Baroque style. Kiev Funicular (21 min) Storied funicular along Volodymyrska Hill connecting the upper Old Town & lower Podil areas. St. Andrew's Church (20 min) Lavish 18th-century baroque church sitting on a hill overlooking one of Kiev's oldest neighborhoods. Independence Square (19 min) Many political rallies have taken place in this historic central square with musical fountains. Gorodetsky House (20 min) Landmark Art Nouveau building & Presidential residence with a gallery and animal sculptures. Golden Gate (16 min) 1980s replica of 11th-century Golden Gate, the main fortified entrance to the medieval city. Park Landscape Alley (19 min) Charming public park showcasing offbeat local artwork, including abstract sculptures & mosaics. Kiev Zoo (11 min) 40-hectare zoo with tigers, lions & collections of amphibians, reptiles, birds & invertebrates. |