Private Tour: 3-Hour Shevchenkivskyi Hai Open-Air Museum Exploration from Lviv
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Lviv
Immerse yourself in the authentic culture of Western Ukraine on a private 3-hour tour of the Shevchenkivskyi Hai Open-Air Museum. Explore traditional houses, wooden churches, and charming gardens with a knowledgeable guide.
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Museum of Folk Architecture and Life - A fascinating tour to the open-air museum “Shevchenkivskiy Hai” will start from your hotel, where your personal guide and driver meet you.

This museum will give you a complete overview of the ethnic history and culture of the Western Ukraine. It is located near the High Hill castle, so you will be impressed with the amazing nature views and landscapes. The museum’s area is 9 ha, and there are 6 ethnographic zones, each of them has its own style and architecture.

Wandering through the narrow cosy paths you will explore traditional Ukrainian huts, historical constructions, including 6 authentic wooden churches. There is also an impressive collection of the household items that counts with more than 20 thousand pieces. You will also see the oldest exhibit of the open-air museum – the peasant hut that was constructed in 1749. This museum was created in order to protect original national folklore. The keepers of the houses willingly demonstrate such conventional crafts as blacksmithing, weaving, and bee farming.

This excursion is a perfect way to feel the authentic Ukrainian ambiance, revel interesting historical facts and discover traditional architecture. After this emotional and engaging journey, the driver will take you back to your hotel.

What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Professional guide
  • Transport by private vehicle
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Experience the authentic ambiance of Western Ukraine and gain insights into the culture and customs of the native inhabitants during a detailed 3-hour tour of the open-air museum, “Shevchenkivskiy Hai”. Explore the rustic wooden churches and old-fashioned homes with charming gardens; stroll along the museum’s quaint streets under the guidance of a knowledgeable guide and relish this delightful tour.

Location
Museum of Folk Architecture and Life
Chernecha Hora vul. 1
Cancellation Policy

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

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Viola_h
Jun 18, 2016
This Tour was amazing. We had a very... - <p>This Tour was amazing. We had a very good German speaking guide, with excellent knowledge about Ukrainian history, architecture, traditions, religion etc We learnt a lot and had a unforgettable time walking through this open air museum. We were also lucky to see Ukrainian handcrafts.</p>
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