Ancient Kiev Walking Tour

Feel the atmosphere of the ancient Kiev and uncover the history of the city on a private walking tour. An expert guide will tell you legends and facts about the foundation of the city and show you the most ancient parts of the city. Travel back in time and imagine how people lived on these territories many years ago.

Duration: 3 hours
Private walking tour
Dates: every day upon request

Languages: English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Polish, Ukrainian, Russian

During this tour, you will:

Hear about the legendary founders of Kiev
Admire the dazzling St. Michael’s Cathedral
Discover the ruins of the Desyatyna Church and 400 years-old linden
Explore the famous Golden Gates
Marvel at the beautiful St. Sofia Cathedral

Ancient Kyiv Walking Tour, price in Euro per person

1 pax – 60 Euro per person
2 pax – 30 Euro per person
3 pax – 20 Euro per person
4 pax – 15 Euro per person
5 pax – 13 Euro per person
6 pax – 12 Euro per person
7 pax – 11 Euro per person
8 pax – 10 Euro per person
groups larger than 8 upon request

Included highlights:

professional guide service
private walking tour

Exclusions:

admission tickets to St. Sofia Cathedral, optional visit – 2o0 UAH/person
gratuities (optional)

Meet your guide in the city center and start exploring the historical part of the city on a 3-hour private tour.

First, we will head to the central part of the city and explore the places where Kiev was founded. Your guide will tell the legend about three brothers Kiy, Schek, Khoryv and their sister Lybed, according to which the city was named after the elder brother. You will walk through the paves streets and see the ruins on the Desyatinaya Church, one of the most ancient Kiev attractions.

Moreover, you will discover a must-visit sight in Kiev – St. Sofia Cathedral, included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. It was built in the XI century, during the reign of Yaroslav the Wise. It is an astonishing architectural masterpiece famous for the precious frescoes and mosaics.

Just opposite the St. Sofia Cathedral, there is a dazzling St. Michael’s Golden Domed Monastery that was destroyed during the World War II and then rebuilt, so now you can admire its genuine beauty.

Out last stop will be at the famous historical monument – Golden Gates that is surrounded by a cozy little yard. You will have great impressions after taking this tour!

Destination: Kyiv