About Kyiv

Places Worth Seeing

Kyiv is a great city for both traveling and living with its outstanding people and picturesque landscapes. There are some ideas for you to visit with friends, to feel the atmosphere of the city, or dive deeper into its history:

• Independence Square

The most historical and interesting place to visit in the capital of Ukraine is its main, square situated in the city core. Numerous festivals, concerts, and parades take place in the area around the year, so there is always something new to see here. There are light shows and music with the fountains on colorful display to visit every evening.

• The Motherland Monument

The most important statue of the capital is the biggest tourist attraction that is known all over the world. A 102 meters statue made of stainless steel is situated 62 meters above The National Museum of The History of Ukraine in the Second World War. The view of the breathtaking monument expresses anyone who sees it, so do not lose an opportunity to see the historical treasure your own.

• Holosiivskyi District

The Holosiivskyi district is located on the right bank of the Dnieper River with its architectural monuments and parks including Feofaniya Park, Baikove Cemetery, the Expo Center of Ukraine, Lysa Hora attracts both tourists and the local population. Holosiivskyi district is full of cafés and shopping centers, so it is a perfect place to take your friend for a walk.

• Shevchenkivskyi District

There is a chance to visit The Golden Gates and St. Sophia Cathedral in one day. The National University of Kyiv along with the Park of Taras Shevchenko and Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute with its green spaces (Hogwarts of Kyiv) are also necessary to see.

• Mezhyhirya: Former Presidential Palace

Mezhyhirya is a lovely place situated on the banks of the scenic Dnieper River. The complex is the former residence of the ex-president of Ukraine, Viktor Yanukovych. There is a great opportunity to find out about the modern history of Ukraine, how people have defended their national independence, and how different political issues are solved in Ukraine.

Best Coffee Shops and Local Restaurants

The Ukrainian kitchen is diverse and unique, so there are always a lot of places to go and a lot of dishes to try.

• Holy Beans

There is a modern and cozy coffee shop located in the historical center of Kyiv. You can try the best kinds of coffee, aromatic tea, and wonderful desserts. For those who are concerned about their health, there is a wide choice of decaffeinated coffee and vegan milk.

• London Coffee House

Feel the atmosphere of ancient England with its red phone booths and small parts of the British interior designs. It seems like you enter a classic English living room with its soft plum-colored armchairs, a decorative fireplace that lights its candles in the evening, a carved mirror, and small bowl-shaped lamps.

• Ostannya Barykada

Restaurant, museum, and cultural space – discover it all in one place. One of the best Ukrainian cuisine restaurants popular with the local population. Perfect place to try traditional Ukrainian dishes and drinks to know more about the history of the Ukrainian kitchen and enjoy live music.

• Klukva and Brukva

The first restaurant in Ukraine that works only with local products. Every ingredient and even plate is homemade, which ensures the authenticity of cuisine and the high quality of dishes. A big part of the menu is seasonable which means everything is totally fresh and healthy.

Student Life in Kyiv

Kyiv is a wonderful place for living for international students. They can not only study here and meet the best professionals and teaches but can make their students’ life exciting and full of activity. There are a lot of interesting places to visit in Kyiv and to spend the weekend. There are numerous entertaining movie theaters, places to ski, play bowling, go shopping or have dinner at restaurants and cafes. Students can visit theatres, museums, art galleries. There are many sports clubs in the city, swimming pools, and areas for cycling and running.