Discover Kyiv’s hidden gems on a private walking tour of Pechersk’s stunning 19th-20th century mansions and architectural masterpieces.
- Arsenalna Metro Station - Meet your guide near Arsenalna metro station and start a comprehensive walking tour.
- Mariinsky Park - Walk along the winding alleys of a wondeful Mariinsky Park and discover its highlight - an elegant building of Mariinsky Palace.
- Monument to М. Vatutin - Located in Mariinsky Park
- Mariyinski Palace - Admire a stunning architectural masterpiece of late 18th century. Nowadays it is one of the administrative buildings for formal receptions. You can only see the exteriour of the palace, it’s closed for public.
- Verkhovna Rada - Pass by a building of Ukrainian Parliament
- Yakov Polyakov Mansion - Often called a “small Mariinsky Palace” for the similar design.
- Mansion Kowalewski - An old and charming house
- The Chocolate House - Discover the legends of this building, built in 1880 in the style of the Venetian Renaissance. Today it is a branch of Museum of Russian Art. Visit is optional for additional fee (Closed on Mondays and Thursdays).
- The Weeping Widow Mansion - Examina the exterior of this house with an interesting history. The facade of the house is decorated with a woman’s face and when it’s raining she seems crying.
- The House with Chimeras - Examine the exteriors of architectural masterpiece created byV. Horodetskyi. Hear the stories and legends of this outstanding building. Nowadays it hosts the administration of the presinent. It’s not opened for public, except for special ocasions.
- Liberman Mansion - Writers’ Union House - Pass by a mansion built in late 19th century that belonged to an owner of the sugar factory Liberman. Nowadays, it belonges to the Union of Writers of Ukraine
- The National Bank of Ukraine - Discover one of the most beautiful buildings of Kyiv from the beginnings of 20th century, designed in Italian Reniassance style with elements of Gothic. It hosts the National Bank of Ukraine.
- Ivan Franko National Academic Drama Theatre - See the building of one of the oldest Kyiv theaters, beloved by citizens.
- Mykola Yakovchenko Monument - This monument is one of the favorite monuments of Kyivans
- Architect Horodetsky Monument - Discover the monument to a famous architect, creator of the House with Chimeras.
- Kyiv Passage - Finish the tour on one of the most elegant streets of Kyiv - Passage.
- Professional guide
- Private walking tour
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
This tour takes you on a wonderful journey of the most elite Kyiv district- Pechersk. It is famous for the variety of beautufull mansions of 19th-20th century that hide interesting legends and stries.. On this marvelous private guided tour will see the most beautiful architectural sights of the city – the House with Chimeras, Mariyinsky Palace and Kovalevskiy House, the splendid building of the National Bank of Ukraine and other attractions. You will walk through the cozy streets of the most prestigious Kyiv district – Pechersk, where many famous people lived. The buildings of this area will impress you with their beauty and splendor. Moreover, your private guide will tell you many interesting facts and legends, related to these mansions. This part of Kyiv is sometimes overlooked by mainstreet tourists that focus on the Old Town. However, the beauty of architectural ensemble of Pechersk is a real hidden gem of Kyiv.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- As most of the mansions of Pechersk are either administrative buildings or a private property, it is not possible to see their interior.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
