Beautiful places in Yalta. Entertainment in Yalta

Yalta is the most famous resort of Crimea and beautiful city southern coast of the peninsula. It is surrounded on one side high mountains, on the other hand - the Black Sea. If during the tourist season life in Yalta is in full swing and crowds of tourists stroll along the embankment, then in winter this place becomes cozy and calm, people come here for a walk from Simferopol and Sevastopol, some even go for the winter to watch the sunrise at sea every day.

One day

There are so many attractions in Yalta that your eyes widen from such diversity. But if you come to the South Coast for one day, then you should not overestimate the number of hours in the day and your capabilities. I suggest focusing on feeling the atmosphere of the city, walking around to your heart’s content and making a plan for your next visit.

So, what can you do and see in one day in Yalta? Of course, take a walk along the Lenin embankment, look at the yachts, expensive shops and tourists, Vladimir Ilyich in palm trees with mountains in the background, seagulls and listen to where the ship is going this time for a boat trip.

Then you can turn into one of the streets and go for a walk through the cozy center with small houses covered with grapes and other plants unknown to mainland tourists, ancient villas and hotels, narrow streets with palm trees.

Another mandatory item on the one-day program in Yalta is a ride on the cable car. Looking at the city from above - what could be more beautiful!

Even if you don’t like museums, the house-museum of Anton Pavlovich Chekhov is still worth a visit. Find out why the writer moved to Yalta, how he lived, what he managed to write during this period, and why he bought a dacha in Gurzuf.

Take a walk on Massandra beach, and in the summer - swim. This place was reconstructed a few years ago and now it looks fashionable and modern, there are various cafes and restaurants, as well as cute souvenir shops.

Three days

Undoubtedly, the main attractions of Greater Yalta are Massandrovsky, Vorontsovsky and Livadia. You can see everything at once in one day if you go on a bus tour or in your own car. But I advise you to choose just one, so that you don’t have an overdose of impressions and a mess in your head.

The Vorontsov Palace in Alupka is reminiscent of English castles in its architecture. It fits well into the surrounding landscape, and looks especially wonderful against the backdrop of Mount Ai-Petri. I love not so much the interior of the palace as the large park with waterfalls, lakes and a descent to the sea.

The Livadia Palace is famous for the fact that it was here that the Yalta Conference took place after World War II. Churchill lived there and held meetings with Stalin and Roosevelt. The first floor is dedicated to this event; the second floor tells about the life of the imperial family, who loved to relax in this particular place. By the way, the famous Solar Path, along which Alexander III walked, begins from the Livadia Palace. Now it is not as impressive with its views as it was a hundred years ago, but there are still several equipped observation platforms, from one of which you can see Yalta.

Massandra Palace is the smallest. No one from the imperial family ever stayed there, there is almost nothing to see inside (especially if you love the Hermitage, Tsarskoye Selo Palace and the like). But the small park is quite picturesque, especially in foggy weather, when the palace itself and the mountains resemble the scenery of a Gothic film.

A visit to one of the Yalta palaces can be combined with a boat trip to the Swallow's Nest. This building is business card Crimea and South Coast and looks great from the water. The building in its current form was built at the beginning of the 20th century. The earthquake of 1927 was fateful for him: part of the garden collapsed into the sea, the observation deck hanging over the cliff. In the early 2000s there was an Italian restaurant here, now there is a museum.

Another day is worth spending to visit the mountain. You can climb it by cable car, one of the spans of which is the longest unsupported in Europe, and go down by minibus through the Wuchang-Su waterfall. Previously, various entertainments were offered at the top: from delicious dishes Crimean Tatar cuisine and local wine to rides on horses, camels and ATVs. However, in May 2017, by order of the leadership of the republic, demolition of cafes and restaurants began. What will happen in their place is still unknown. A must-see point when visiting Ai-Petri is the ascent along an easy path to the Zubtsy. There are also three caves on the plateau: Trekhglazka, Geofizicheskaya and Yalta.

A week

Even a week is not enough to see all the sights of Yalta, but if you wish, you can try to visit everything to the maximum. Families with children can go to the Glade of Fairy Tales Zoo, where you can feed the animals, although only with special food, which is sold at the entrance. I advise flora lovers to visit, where at any time of the year, even in winter, there is something to see. The best time to visit is spring. April opens with a parade of tulips, then irises, roses, clematis and other flowers bloom.

Do you like to visit different events? Then it’s time to go to the Massandra winery, take a fascinating tour of the wine cellars and taste classic Massandra wines.

Those who want to spend more time in Yalta itself and explore every corner of it should look into the Catholic Church on Pushkinskaya for an organ concert, sit on a stone bench near the Armenian Church, find a 19th century mansion on the territory of the Happy Hotel and stroll along Sverdlova Street from top to bottom to see the Mordvinov Palace and several more ancient villas.

Greater Yalta includes many different villages, two of which are worth a separate discussion and, of course, a personal visit. In Simeiz you need to go for a day for leisurely walks along the streets and looking at the villas of the early 20th century, climbing the Diva rock, which participated in the filming of the film based on Agatha Christie’s “12 Little Indians,” as well as the obligatory swimming on the local beach. Gurzuf also takes time to enjoy the tranquility, count all the cats, look into the Pushkin Museum and Chekhov’s dacha, swim on the beach and in the bay next to Chekhov’s house, where Anton Pavlovich himself once swam, look at excursion to "Artek" and happy to go back to Yalta.

If you are a girl and are very tired of the race to museums and other wonderful sights, then you can devote one day in Yalta to yourself and only yourself. And this means going to the Spa. For example, at Spa Opera Prima in Primorsky Park or at Mriya Resort & Spa.

If you still have doubts about how to organize your acquaintance with Yalta and the surrounding area, then you can order from me.

Useful information: addresses, prices, opening hours

Yalta-Gorka cable car: from 10.00 to 21.00, adult ticket 400 rubles (round trip), children’s ticket – 200 rubles.

House-Museum of A.P. Chekhov(Kirova Street, 112): from 10.00 to 18.00, on Wednesday from 10.00 to 20.00 (from May 1 to October 31). From 10.00 to 18.00, on Wednesday from 10.00 to 20.00, closed on Monday, Tuesday (from November 1 to April 30). Ticket price is 200 rubles, visiting the garden is 50 rubles.

Vorontsov Palace(Alupka, Palace Highway, 18): from 9.00 to 17.00, on Saturday until 20.00 (from November 1 to April 30), from 9.00 to 18.00, on Saturday until 20.00 (from May 1 to October 31). Ticket price is 350 rubles, a tour of the park is 100 rubles. How to get there: from Yalta by minibus No. 32 from the clothing market and No. 102 from the bus station to the Vorontsov Palace stop, as well as by minibuses No. 107 and 115 from the bus station to the Bus Station.

Livadia Palace(Livadia, Baturina St., 44a): from 10.00 to 17.00. Closed: Monday, Thursday. Ticket price is 400 rubles, pensioners and students – 250 rubles. How to get there: from the Yalta bus station by minibuses No. 11, 100, 108 to the final stop “Livadia”, then walk 5 minutes through the park.

Massadra Palace(Massandra, Simferopol highway, 13): from 9.00 to 17.00. Ticket price: 350 rubles. How to get there: from Yalta by minibus No. 29 or trolleybus No. 2 from the bus station to the Massandra Palace stop and walk 15 minutes.

Cable car Miskhor – Ai-Petri(Koreiz, Alupkinskoe highway, 52): from 10.00 to 17.00 ascent and from 10.00 to 18.00 descent (in summer), from 11.00 to 15.30 ascent and 11.00 to 16.30 descent (in winter). The cost of a ticket is 400 rubles one way for adults and 250 rubles for children. How to get there: from Yalta by minibus No. 32 from the clothing market and No. 102 from the bus station. Upd. From January 28, 2019 until the third ten days of April, the cable car is closed for maintenance work.

Chekhov's dacha in Gurzuf(Gurzuf, Chekhova St., 22): from 10.00 to 18.00 (weekends - Monday and Tuesday), ticket - 100 rubles, courtyard and bay - 50 rubles. How to get there: from the Yalta bus station by bus to Gurzuf from the upper platform.

Massandra Winery(Massandra, Vinodel Egorova St., 9): excursions – 11.00, 13.00, 15.00, 17.00, tastings – 11.50, 13.50, 15.50, 17.50. The cost of the excursion is 300 rubles, the tasting is 450 rubles. How to get there: by minibus No. 40 from the “Veshchevoy Rynok” stop.

Nikitsky Botanical Garden(Nikita): from 9.00 to 16.00 (in winter), from 8.00 to 18.00 (in October), from 8.00 to 20.00 (in summer). Ticket price is 300 rubles. How to get there: from Yalta by minibus No. 34 from the clothing market, No. 29 and trolleybus No. 2 from the bus station.

Zoo "Glade of Fairy Tales"(Yalta, Kirova St., 156): from 9.00 to 20.00 in summer, from 9.00 to 17.00 in winter, ticket – 500 rubles (adult), 250 – children (from 3 to 10 years). How to get there: from the Yalta bus station by minibuses No. 24, 26, 27, 115, 102.

"Artek"(Gurzuf, Leningradskaya St., 41): sign up for the excursion - artek.org/zhizn-arteka/excursion/, ticket - 400 rubles (adults) and 300 rubles (children), duration - 3 hours. Payment in cash at the entrance to the camp.

P.S. I hope you found this article interesting and useful. If you haven’t found answers to your questions, you can always ask me in the comments. I will definitely answer.

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The resort of Yalta is deservedly the pearl of the beautiful southern coast of Crimea. The city, surrounded by greenery, is framed by majestic mountains. A picturesque place creates conditions for a carefree beach holiday, cultural entertainment and familiarization with unique architectural objects. Against the background of natural natural beauty before the tourist's gaze numerous parks, historical buildings with luxurious decorated facades And entertainment complexes. The sights of Yalta are located not only in the city itself, but also in nearby villages.

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On the edge of the cliff of Cape Ai-Todor rises one of the symbols of the southern coast of Crimea - the Gothic castle "Swallow's Nest". The small palace, whose height is 12 meters, was built in the style of medieval architecture. The round tower with spiers, battlements, narrow lancet windows are reminiscent of the times of valiant knights. The landmark acquired its modern appearance at the beginning of the 20th century, when oil industrialist Baron Steingel wanted to recreate the romance of the architecture of German castles in Crimea.

The project was implemented by architect Leonid Sherwood. Under his leadership, a stone Gothic structure appeared on a forty-meter picturesque cliff. In the context of anti-German sentiment that arose after the outbreak of the First World War, the baron sold the Swallow's Nest to a Moscow merchant, who opened a restaurant in the palace. Tourists can get aesthetic pleasure from admiring the castle from the top of the observation deck, as well as from the sea.

Dulber Palace

In the village of Koreiz, which is located not far from Yalta, stands the magnificent Dulber Palace, built in Moorish style. This masterpiece of oriental architecture was erected in 1897 for Prince Peter Romanov, who was the uncle of Emperor Nicholas II. The palace is an elongated white building with silver domes, battlements, arcaded galleries, balconies and arched window openings. The façade of the building is decorated with blue ornaments and colored mosaics, embodying motifs of oriental culture.

The Dulber Palace is surrounded by amazing beautiful garden, divided by several terraces. Cypresses, junipers, palm trees, fir and other evergreens grow here coniferous trees. In the garden there is a fountain, a gazebo and a swimming pool. Near the palace, in a stone wall covered with braids of ivy, a decorative niche with a medallion depicting the initials of the owners of the estate.

Vorontsov Palace

Summer residence of the Governor of the Novorossiysk Territory, Count M.S. Vorontsov is a popular attraction in Greater Yalta. The combination of different architectural styles of the monumental palace complex amazes with the grace of its forms. The castle, built in the first half of the 19th century, majestically rises above the natural beauties of the Crimea. Rocky mountain peaks and emerald waters of the Black Sea appear before your eyes. All around is a charming subtropical park with winding paths, several artificial ponds, open areas, fountains and sculptural compositions.

Visitors to the architectural complex will have a pleasant walk along well-groomed alleys with plane trees, pine trees, magnolias and cypress trees. The facades of the Vorontsov Palace have a characteristic Gothic and Oriental design. Here you can see strict vertical projections, battlements, towers, high arches, minarets, openwork carvings and graceful thin columns. The luxurious interior of the castle is amazing. In numerous halls there are antique furniture. The premises are decorated with an abundance of unique historical exhibits. These are paintings, statues, tapestries, carpets, vases, elaborate candlesticks and much more.

Massandra Palace

At the foot of the mountain, surrounded by forest, the fabulously beautiful Massandra Palace was erected. The estate is located in the village of Verkhnyaya Massandra, which is 5 kilometers from Yalta. According to the architectural design, the three-story building was supposed to serve as the summer residence of the imperial couple and was not intended for ceremonial receptions. The castle, built at the beginning of the 20th century, was never inhabited by the monarch. The royal family came here only once, spending a day walking around the picturesque surroundings, but did not stay overnight.

The palace fits harmoniously into the surrounding landscape. The estate is surrounded by small flower beds, stairs and sculptures. The terraces are framed by a stone balustrade with flowerpots. There are green lawns with tall trees all around. The façade of the castle makes an indelible impression. Numerous turrets different shapes with sharp spiers, walls lined with yellow tiles, a gallery with columns, balconies, high chimneys, and decorative ornaments give the building a cozy fairy-tale look.

Yusupov Palace

In the resort village of Koreiz, an elegant palace soars upward, built at the beginning of the 20th century for one of the richest aristocratic dynasties of the Russian Empire - the Yusupovs. After the revolution, the architectural masterpiece was nationalized by the Soviet authorities and served as a vacation spot for the party elite. Later the building was used as the summer residence of I.V. Stalin. Appearance The small palace characteristically conveys the features of the strict and monumental neo-Romanov architectural style combined with elements of Renaissance architecture.

The facades of the asymmetrical building, the walls of which are made of marble-like limestone, are decorated with arched galleries with graceful rows of colonnades, as well as lancet and square windows with decorated platbands. The park area of ​​the estate deserves special attention. The building is framed by numerous green spaces. Palm trees, cypresses, thujas, acacias and plane trees grow here. A variety of flower beds and curly shrubs are pleasing to the eye. The park is replete with marble sculptures of lions and mythical heroes. Shady alleys, fountains, and artificial ponds create coolness in the summer heat.

Livadia Palace

Among the picturesque landscape park on the mountainside, the architectural pearl of Crimea - the Livadia Palace - rises majestically. This exquisitely beautiful snow-white estate was the favorite summer residence of the last Russian Emperor Nicholas II. The palace was erected in 1911 under the direction of the architect Nikolai Krasnov. Architectural style The building meets the canons of the Italian Renaissance. Lightness, airiness and elegance exterior decoration The buildings are given delicate ornaments by stucco moldings, columns and arched arcades. The façade of the palace, stretched along the park, has an asymmetrical shape.

The structure is topped with a balustrade. There is a luxurious garden around it with neat droshky, gazebos, fountains and well-groomed alleys. Lush coniferous and broad-leaved trees, shrubs, and flower beds create a wonderful fragrant atmosphere. The palace complex gained worldwide fame in 1945, when the Yalta Conference was held within its walls. The post-war fate of the world was decided here, as evidenced by the monumental sculptural composition of the figures of Stalin, Churchill and Roosevelt.

Palace of the Emir of Bukhara

An amazingly beautiful architectural creation, built in the Moorish style, is located next to the Yalta embankment. The palace of the Emir of Bukhara seemed to have stepped out of the pages of a book oriental tales. The Muslim prince Seid Abdul Akhan Khan, who was friends with the imperial Romanov family, acquired a plot of Yalta land, on which in 1910 he erected a future architectural monument.

The two-story asymmetrical building is richly decorated with elegant carvings and alabaster stucco. Faceted towers, silver domes, pilasters, window openings horseshoe-shaped and jagged parapets give the snow-white facade a special exoticism. Today the palace is one of the buildings of the sanatorium. Its premises house a library and an aromatherapy treatment room.

Ropeway "Yalta - Gorka"

While taking a pleasant walk along the Yalta embankment, tourists can go on a short trip along the Yalta-Gorka cable car. This attraction has been delighting resort guests since 1967. Oval and cramped booths, designed for two people, slowly move in a row over the treetops, roofs of ancient houses, and various buildings of the city quarter.

The ascent is carried out without stopping. From a bird's eye view, panoramic views of the enchanting natural landscapes of mountain ranges and the emerald sea open up. The length of the route is 600 meters. The end point of the cable car is Darsan Hill. At an altitude of 120 meters above sea level there is an observation deck, the Eternal Flame memorial complex and a cozy cafe.

The Tsar's (Sunny) Path

The Solar or Royal Path was laid at the beginning of the 20th century between the Livadia Palace and the Ai-Todor estate in Gaspra. Fans of active recreation can hit the favorite walking spots of Emperor Nicholas II. The historic seven kilometers of hiking trail stretches along the ridge in the shady forest. The asphalt trail does not have sharp ascents and descents, so the walk will bring great pleasure to tourists.

The highlight of the wide and flat Tsar's Road is the magnificent rotunda with columns, built on the edge of a steep cliff. Here the emperor could observe the azure sea, mountain peaks and inspect his Crimean possessions. Coniferous, beech and juniper plantings shade the entire trail. There are many equipped benches where you can relax while enjoying clean air, picturesque surroundings and silence.

Winery "Massandra"

Crimea has long been famous for the production of fine wines. The local subtropical climate contributes to the favorable maturation of the drink. On the slope of the mountain is located one of the largest domestic wineries, Massandra, founded in 1894 by Prince L. Golitsyn.

The winery is a complex of buildings, under which there are seven tunnels 150 m long. In underground rooms, where the temperature is maintained year-round within +10-12 degrees, countless quantities oak barrels And glass bottles with wine. Here you can see rare and most valuable varieties of wines, recognized as the best in the world. On the territory of the plant there is a museum, a tasting room and a small bar.

Nikitsky Botanical Garden

Six kilometers from Yalta is the unsurpassed Nikitsky Botanical Garden. This place all year round pleases visitors with variety flora with its wonderful colors and aromas of flower beds. An area of ​​280 hectares houses a large collection of flora, consisting of more than 18 thousand species and varieties. different cultures. Nikitsky Botanical Garden was founded in 1812 by decree of Emperor Alexander I. The main inspirer and creator of the fragrant park was the Swedish naturalist H. Steven.

The scientist was engaged in growing exotic fruit plants that were supposed to adapt to the local Crimean climate. Along the tiled winding paths there are alleys of numerous coniferous and deciduous trees, the abundance of which will take your breath away. Here you can walk under the canopies of majestic and centuries-old pines, oaks, cedars, cypresses, sequoias and plane trees. A bamboo and olive grove, a cactus greenhouse, and flower beds of exquisite flowers attract attention.

Alexander Nevsky Cathedral

One of the central attractions of the city of Yalta is orthodox cathedral Alexander Nevsky, towering at the foot of Mount Darsan among evergreen conifers and palm trees. The temple was built at the dawn of the last century in memory of the murdered Emperor Alexander II. An outstanding creation in the style of ancient Russian architecture, square in plan, impresses with its beauty and majesty. The facades of the church are lined with white, yellow and pink shades.

The golden domes, hipped porch, pilasters and numerous intricate patterns evoke a feeling of delight. Worthy of interest mosaic panel with the image of Prince Alexander Nevsky, made by Venetian masters. The interior of the cathedral is decorated with icons and frescoes. The interiors of the church are painted with colorful paintings with small drawings of holy images.

Water park "Atlantis"

Fans of active entertainment will enjoy visiting the Atlantis water park. Water complex under open air located in the picturesque area of ​​Yalta, where the hills rise high on one side, and the endless expanse of the sea stretches out on the other. The water park is designed in the style of the legendary civilization of Atlantis. Stone slabs, monumental architectural ensembles and statues of gods immerse you in the atmosphere of an exciting adventure. The territory includes breathtaking water attractions, children's playgrounds with slides, several swimming pools with comfortable sun loungers and catering establishments.

Wuchang-Su Waterfall

On the southern slope of the majestic mountains framing the city of Yalta, there is a magically bewitching natural attraction of the southern coast of Crimea - the Uchan-Su waterfall. An endless and thundering stream of water rushes rapidly into the abyss from a hundred-meter huge rock, filling the healing air with the freshness of small splashes.

A cascading plume of water surrounds a relict resinous pine forest. The trees are more than several hundred years old. The waterfall is formed by a mountain river, the source of which is formed at an altitude of about 400 meters above sea level. The full-flowing power and beauty of Wuchang-Su can only be appreciated in early spring after the glaciers melt or during heavy rainfall. In the hot summer, the miracle of nature dries up and a thin stream of a stream appears to the eyes of tourists.

Zoo "Fairy Tale"

Surrounded by the Crimean Mountains and surrounded by lush vegetation, there is the private Skazka Zoo. This picturesque place gives visitors a lot of pleasant experiences. The landscaped area is a striking example landscape art with multi-level terraces, green spaces, sculptural compositions and fountains. Here you can feel the atmosphere of harmonious unity between man and animals. In spacious enclosures covered with a special mesh or protected glass panels, home to more than 1,500 species of fauna.

Excellent conditions have been created for the zoo’s inhabitants, as close as possible to the natural environment. wildlife. Zoo guests are fascinated by the diversity of colorful fauna. The most attention is drawn to the graceful and formidable cat family: lions, tigers and leopards. Eagles, vultures and ostriches proudly look at visitors. It is interesting to observe the behavior of monkeys frolicking amusingly in their cages. Giraffes, camels, zebras and bears excite children. The Skazka Zoo guarantees a charge of joy and a great time.

Yalta Crocodilarium

A relatively new attraction of the resort - the Crocodilarium - will add variety to your walk along the Yalta embankment. This place will surprise lovers of amphibians, reptiles and reptiles. The establishment's pets are distributed in thematic rooms, in which enclosures and aquariums are installed. More than a hundred species of crocodiles live here. Predators of various sizes swim in the pool or lie on the rocks waiting for prey. Their menacing appearance, cold-blooded gaze and sharp teeth evoke fear. In addition to a large number of crocodiles, visitors can see numerous turtles, pythons, iguanas and frogs.

Roffe Baths

One of the pearls of the Yalta embankment is the historical building, which housed the baths of the wealthy French merchant A.I. Roffe. This building, which appeared in 1897, was popular among famous creative people, scientists and aristocrats. The baths were filled with heated sea water, which as a result had a healing effect on the body of visitors. Among the guests of the medicinal baths at one time were A. Chekhov, I. Bunin and F. Chaliapin.

Amazingly snow-white architectural building decorates the ceremonial horseshoe-shaped portal in the Moorish style. Lancet windows and elegant plaster stucco molding attract the attention of vacationers. On the facade of the building is carved Arabic script - “Be blessed like water.” Today, instead of the Roffe Baths, there is a luxury hotel. In front of the building you can see the monument “Lady with a Dog”.

Museum of Sculpture and Floristry "Glade of Fairy Tales"

“Meadow of Fairy Tales” is a famous park that was laid out on the slope of wooded mountains in the early 60s of the 20th century. It was given the status of a museum complex. The well-groomed area attracts adults and children with a variety of sculptural compositions of fairy-tale and cartoon characters. The characters of literary works of the peoples of the world are made of wood, metal, plaster, bronze and stone. There are about 300 magnificent sculptures in the park.

At the forest edge in the open air, such recognizable figures as Pinocchio, Little Red Riding Hood, Snow Maiden, Baby and Carslon, Mowgli, Three Little Pigs, the Swan Princess, Ole Lukoye and many other sculptures appear before the guests of the park. All exhibitions are signed, so visitors can easily remember all their favorite childhood heroes. An interesting place in the “Glade of Fairy Tales” is the Hut on Chicken Legs. After the famous spell is announced, the building turns towards the audience and the mistress of the house, Baba Yaga, appears on the porch.

Embankment

The main and favorite place for walking around the amazing Yalta is the embankment named after V.I. Lenin. This “heart” of the resort is famous for its wide and long pedestrian avenue stretching along the emerald Black Sea. Here you can take a pleasant promenade, enjoying the surrounding mountain ranges, the abundance of green spaces and the availability of entertainment for every taste. The enchanting landscapes will captivate your spirit. The street is lined with 19th-century buildings with decorated facades. These are restaurants, banks, boutiques, shops and souvenir shops.

Sculptural compositions and benches are installed under the crowns of lush coniferous and palm trees. Beautiful yachts, boats and impressive cruise liners are moored in the city’s waters. On the embankment there is a special atmosphere of a festive carnival around the clock. Music plays everywhere, bright lights shine, and street performers, dancers, mimes and artists delight the guests of Yalta with their talents. There are playgrounds with various attractions for children. Adult vacationers are happily greeted by cozy cafes and restaurants.

Foros Park

One of the best garden and park complexes in Crimea is located in the village of Foros. The picturesque park of the small resort was founded in 1834. More than 200 different species of exotic trees and plants are planted on an area of ​​70 hectares. In terms of the richness of flora and beauty of the landscape, the Foros Park is a worthy competitor to the Nikitsky Botanical Garden. The well-groomed alleys are impressive, along which the trunks of evergreen coniferous and deciduous trees rush upward.

The territory is divided into three zones. Top part is a dense forest with winding paths. The middle zone was called “Paradise”. Here, six artificial reservoirs with lilies and fish are connected in a cascade. The banks of the ponds are framed by cypress, pine and cedar groves, and also decorated with gazebos, sculptures and massive stones. The lower part of the park is a sea coast with long piers.

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Greetings, friends!

Today we will walk around the most popular resort of the peninsula in search of something interesting and understand what kind of trend there was among “gentlemen of fortune” to definitely go to Yalta.

You have already heard about Yalta, if not, then here are 2 articles on this subject and.

But so that upon arrival you won’t be afraid to turn off the vast Yalta embankment and get lost in the tangle of narrow one-way streets, I have prepared a review of the attractions of Yalta Crimea.

Have a nice trip!

There are no more than a dozen museums in Yalta. Unfortunately, the previously accessible Museum of Theater and Wine in Crimea and the Museum of the Yalta Port are no longer open.

In general, between us girls, Crimea, apart from the exhibitions of the royal palaces, is not about museums. But if you really want to.

House-Museum of A.P. Chekhov

A snow-white dacha with a mezzanine in the middle of a wonderful, cozy and green garden.

Everything here is imbued with a Chekhovian atmosphere - once you look at the spacious terrace with a rocking chair, simple, but exquisite interior small rooms, the austere office of the writer, and walk along the creaky wooden stairs.

And you will learn the whole story connected with the life of A. Chekhov in Yalta and in particular in this house from the fascinating story of the guide, so be sure to wait for the general excursion, you can spend time in Chekhov’s kindergarten.

  • The Chekhov House Museum is located on the street. Kirova, 112
  • Opening hours: 10.00 - 18.00 (Wednesdays until 20.00) every day in summer and Mon, Tue - closed in winter.
  • Ticket price: 250 - main composition, 100 - kindergarten, children under 16 free
  • Official site: yalta-museum.ru

You can find out how to get there and some details about the museum from .

Dacha "Omur" and Chekhov again

If you were inspired by the work of this writer and liked visiting museums, then this season there is another piquant offer for you. Not everyone knows about him.

To my shame, I didn’t even know about it until a couple of years later when I pressed my forehead against an interesting structure.

This is the old mansion of General Ilovaiskaya with the interesting name “Omyur”, which is translated from Tatar as “Life”. Built in 1888.

And from 1898 to 1899, Anton Pavlovich Chekhov lived and worked here on the first floor, renting 2 rooms in a Yalta villa from the landlady. Here he met Maxim Gorky and Maximilian Voloshin.

After living here, Chekhov seriously thinks about his own estate in Crimea and decides to build his “White” dacha.

Today there is an exhibition " Chekhov and Crimea ". Finding the building is not difficult if you know where to look.

  • The Omur mansion is located on the same endless street. Kirova, 32a opposite the Institute of Grapes and Wine "Magarach"
  • Opening hours: 10.00 - 18.00 from May 1 to September 30. See the schedule of excursions on the website.
  • Entrance ticket price: 100 rubles, children under 16 free
  • Official site: yalta-museum.ru

Historical and Literary Museum

The museum building itself is an architectural treasure - a mansion from the late 19th century, designed by N. Krasnov.

The museum, which was founded by the Yalta doctor V. Dmitriev in 1892, contains numerous collections - natural history, archaeological, documentary, geological and many others.

Having studied or at least glanced at more than 130,000 exhibits, you will have a complete understanding of Yalta and its history.

Sometimes temporary exhibitions are held here, which you can find out about by the bright posters at the entrance:

The museum is located on the beautiful pedestrian street named after Pushkin. 7 minutes walk from the famous embankment.

  • Museum address st. Pushkinskaya, 5
  • Opening hours: 10.00 - 18.00, except Monday and Tuesday.
  • Entry tickets: 150/75 rubles
  • Official site: yilm.crm.muzkult.ru

Lesya Ukrainka Museum

The famous poetess spent the spring-autumn period in this city due to an early illness (bone tuberculosis). Here she wrote some of her works, did translations, and met with friends.

The museum will introduce you to household items, national Ukrainian costumes, portraits of members of the poetess’s family, as well as editions of her works. Right next to the museum there is a monument to Lesya Ukrainka.

On the ground floor of the same building there is the Museum of Pre-Revolutionary Culture of Yalta: an exhibition about the cultural life of Yalta at the turn of the 19th-20th centuries plus old furniture, gramophones, pianos, etc.

The museum is one of the branches Yalta Literary Museum , and is located not far from it.

  • Address: st. Ekaterininskaya, house 8.
  • Opening hours from 10.00 to 17.30. Monday and Tuesday are not working days.
  • Entrance tickets: 100/50 rubles.

Wax Museum in Crimea

In the building of the Historical and Literary Museum of Yalta there is a museum of wax figures brought from St. Petersburg.

To be honest, I don’t like this damn thing, when human figures with silicone instead of brains look at you. But if you are bored, you can go and see Gerard Depardieu, Al Pacino, Rasputin, Agutin and other well-known showmen.

  • Address: st. Pushkinskaya, 5.
  • The museum is open from Wednesday to Sunday 10.00 - 17.00
  • Entrance tickets: 150/75 rubles

Temples and churches of Yalta

In general, in Yalta there are about 10 interesting religious sites of admirers of different faiths. Here I will mention only the most popular ones; I will list the rest. I suggest you arrange a mini-tour yourself and find them in the area:

  1. Derekoy Mosque - st. Kyiv, 66
  2. Lutheran Church of St. Mary - st. Chekhova, 10
  3. Chapel-memorial on the Yalta embankment
  4. Church of the Ascension of Christ the Savior - st. Shcherbaka, 6
  5. Chapel of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker - st. Roosevelt

Church of St. John Chrysostom

The most visited in Yalta. Not only because it is located on Polikurovsky Hill and offers a wonderful view from there, but also because of its unique history of creation, sad fate and, one might say, rebirth from the ashes.

It is located near the embankment, on Tolstoy Street, 10.

Cathedral of St. Alexander Nevsky

The temple has no less interesting history than the previous one. Erected in memory of the deceased Russian sovereigns Alexander II and Alexander This beautiful church building, built in the ancient Russian style, is both a decoration and a historical monument of the city.

Even if you do not consider yourself an Orthodox believer and do not visit temples and churches, do not be lazy get to Sadovaya street, 2.

The cathedral will amaze you with its beauty and architectural ensemble!

Armenian Church

The Armenian Church has been rising on the slope of Darsan Hill for a hundred years now. Built in medieval style, it keeps its secrets and legends, and its walls attract not only believers, but also workers in the film industry. It was here that the plots for the films " Three fat men ", "Gadfly", " Master and Margarita "and other famous paintings.

Those who have visited here talk about the feeling of extraordinary calm and harmony. The church is interesting because of the unsolved idea of ​​​​creating a false entrance, which is distinguished by its beauty and rich decoration, and to which one hundred steps lead, compared to the real entrance, which is unremarkable.

Find Armenian Church possible on Zagorodnaya street, 3.

Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Another significant project famous architect N. Krasnov - Roman Catholic cathedral, church immaculate conception Holy Virgin Maria. It was built in 1906. More about .

It does not have such rich decoration, the style is very restrained, but biblical scenes and beautiful organ music create an atmosphere of purity and humility.

The church is loved by pilgrims, tourists and fans of organ music evenings.

Come and visit Pushkinskaya Street, 25, landmark stop “Spartak”.

Historical monuments of Yalta

If we talk about the historical and architectural monuments of the resort itself, and not of the entire Greater Yalta as a whole, with its magnificent palaces in the surrounding area, then tourists note:

Palace of the Emir of Bukhara

A magnificent building in the Moorish style, which was originally built as a holiday complex for the emir on this wonderful coast, consisting of four buildings. Now tourists can only see the preserved palace and garden, which belongs to to the Yalta sanatorium.

Official address: st. Sevastopolskaya 12/43.

You can get to the fabulous eastern palace with a tour (entrance to the sanatorium territory is limited), and even then you can only take a walk outside. However, it's worth it!

Palace of Count Mordvinov

But you will be able to examine the palace of Count Mordvinov, amazing with its possessions, down to the smallest detail. On an area of ​​more than 2000 sq. km there is a wonderful garden, the castle itself is in the Italian style on two floors, but with numerous halls, chambers and other rooms.

By the way, the project was led by the wonderful architect O. Wegener, who built the palace for Alexandra III in Massandra and the Metropol Hotel (Ukraine).

If you have the desire, then on Sverdlov Street you can find old house the architect himself. In general, there are many unique and interesting things in Yalta, and I don’t even know half of them. That's why I was already planning to get there here for this excursion. I recommend you try it too.

The external style and interior decoration of the palace delights every single visitor. What is also surprising about this story is that for a long time no one knew about the cellars of this castle, which to this day have not been used.

The castle is located on Sverdlov Street, 32. Let the stop pl. serve as a guide for you. Soviet, and from there it’s just a stone’s throw away.

Ancient buildings

In Yalta, of course, there are still many ancient estates and historical monuments, which this moment impossible to visit, but which remind of their belonging to great history memorial plaques or archival records.

Such are the notorious Roffe baths on the Yalta embankment, whose visitors at one time were Chekhov and Chaliapin, and now there is "Villa Sofia" .

All that remains of the baths is the ancient entrance in the Moorish style, a magnolia tree and an inscription in Arabic.

Yalta walks

Everyone who comes to this city is in a hurry to see the Yalta embankment. This is the main attraction and place for walking. Here you can meet “star” guests – our and foreign artists, politicians, TV presenters.

The embankment has two tiers; you can simply enjoy the sea views on the lower one, or notice architectural monuments, fashion boutiques and cute restaurants on the upper tier.

Somewhere in the middle of the embankment rises an ancient chapel, and on the horizon, right above the sea waves, an ancient Greek ship - the famous restaurant "Orange" .

And you will definitely come across sculptures and monuments famous personalities, composition “Lady with a Dog”, plane tree by Isadora Duncan , see fishing competitions, and spend money on children's attractions and “wishlist” items.

From the Yalta embankment you can go on a sea voyage; the ticket office is located on the lower tier, behind the chapel. Or take a cable car ride to Darsan Hill.

Such a walk up the hill is also included in the resort’s sightseeing program, especially since at the top there is an observation deck, a young park area, a historical museum and the decoration of an ancient castle that remains as a souvenir from filming.

Resort parks

Along the southwestern coast, at the end of the Yalta embankment, there is Primorsky Park named after. Yu. Gagarin. It was created back in the early 50s.

The park is known for its luxurious palm alley, massive colonnades at the entrance, a swimming pool in the form of a peninsula washed by the Black and Azov seas, constantly blooming roses, monuments to A. Chekhov and M. Gorky, beautiful landscape design.

In the vicinity of Yalta there are also more luxurious parks, which I will mention below.

Entertainment for children in Yalta

This is where all the parents from neighboring resorts come to - Yalta! Where to run first:

Zoo "Fairy Tale"

The legendary zoo has been welcoming visitors of all ages for more than 20 years. In addition to numerous inhabitants, on its territory there is a children's playground, an exotarium, attractions, a cafe, and a hotel. Time flies here unnoticed and leaves the most vivid memories.

IN summer period The zoo is open from 9.00 to 20.00, ticket price for 2019 is 500/250 rubles (children 3-10 years old). It’s easy to get here by minibus from the bus station to the final stop. "Glade of Fairy Tales" .

Opposite the zoo there is an aquarium, and a dolphinarium operates on the same territory.

"Glade of Fairy Tales"

This is a whole complex that can easily be called a museum, a park, and an outdoor play center. This is not just a collection of fairy-tale characters, ours live here good fairy tales, and if your children are familiar with them in our time, then feel free to go in search of your favorite hero!

The Crocodillarium will certainly make a strong impression on you and your child! After all, here you will meet face to face with the most various types reptiles - 77 crocodiles, iguanas, huge turtles, monitor lizards.

About our experience of communicating with crocodiles in

It is located on Ignatenko Street, 1. Ticket price 600 /4 00 rubles , guests are received from 10.00 to 22.00.

Water park "Atlantis"

Located next to the Seaside Park. Both adults and children visit it different ages. For kids there are safe slides, heated water pools, attractions, and animator services. You can also book a party here in honor of your child’s birthday, and the birthday boy will have free admission.

It has its own system of discounts and promotions, but based on 2018, prices were 1500/900 rubles (adult/child).

Excursions in the vicinity of Yalta

Do you know that Big Yalta accommodates more than 30 settlements, along which the most significant, romantic, valuable historical sights of Crimea are scattered? And everywhere you need an excursion or an introductory walk, which can be taken directly from Yalta.

I advise connoisseurs of Crimean wine to visit the wine cellars of Massandra - a tour of the ancient Golitsyn cellars and winery, a fascinating story from the guide and a tasting of natural wine product will conquer any tourist!

Don’t forget to climb the mountain; by the way, you can do this either on your own or by cable car. I think you don’t need to tell you how beautiful the Crimean reserves are, however, be sure to visit the Cascade Wuchang-Su waterfall – special routes go there from the Yalta bus station.

Dear friends, you can read about all the attractions of Greater Yalta one by one in my articles about a specific resort or object. Pay attention to the links in the text and go to topics that interest you, or

We will tell you a little about the popular resort on the southern coast of the Crimean Peninsula, about Yalta: from our article you will learn what to see and where to go in the city, as well as its surroundings.

Many architectural monuments and nature reserves, unique original landscapes, world-famous wines and colorful characters - this is what awaits you if you decide to plunge into history and see the sights of this pearl of the South Coast.

The most exciting historical sites and buildings

The territories of the Yalta District are rightfully called one of the most beautiful areas in Crimea. On one side it is surrounded by mountain peaks, and on the other by the Black Sea. She is glorified and immortalized in dozens of works of art.

Residence in Livadia, a cable car “to heaven”, a botanical garden in the village of Nikita, an exhibition of fairy-tale heroes, the park of Vorontsov’s residence, Chekhov’s corner, sculptures of heroes of works of art, the Skazka zoo, numerous temples and more - we bring to your attention the most interesting places Crimea, we recommend where you can go in Yalta and its regions.

What can you see in a week

If you have chosen this resort for a full-fledged vacation, you should definitely go to the immediate surroundings:

  • Nikitsky Botanical Garden, Nikita village. A treasury containing more than 30 thousand species of plants and trees. It was organized by naturalist Christian Steven. Be sure to set aside a whole day for a walk; the unique varieties of flora collected there will amaze you with their diversity. In addition, flower shows are held every year and the greenhouses are replenished. You can get there by bus, trolleybus and boat (in the summer season) in just an hour.
  • Livadia Palace, town. Livadia. The favorite residence of the entire imperial family under Nicholas II. Built in the 19th century by I. Monighetti and N. Krasnov. It is considered one of the big attractions where going on an excursion in Yalta will take the whole day. The famous “Sunny Path” begins here, with a length of 6711 meters. During the Second World War, it hosted a famous conference, during which a decision was made to unite the forces of the Allies against the aggression of Nazi Germany. The exhibition has been open since 1993. Located 10 minutes drive.
  • "Swallow's Nest", village. Gaspra. The castle is located on the Aurorina steep slope, m. Ai Todor. Thanks to its unusual beauty, it was in demand among many directors in the USSR. In Soviet times, it was severely damaged by an earthquake and was reconstructed after the collapse of the great power. Visits resumed in 2002. Initially it was a wooden building, but in 1912 the current miniature castle appeared (design by A. Sherwood). Designed in the Gothic direction of art. It’s not difficult to get there, it’s a wonderful place where it’s not difficult to go to Yalta by car in 40 minutes. It is the end point of the Solnechnaya walking trail. Bus routes and boats also go here.
  • Mount Ai-Petri. The height of the slopes exceeds 1230 m. At the top there are many cafes (Ukrainian, Tatar, Russian, Georgian, European cuisine). For entertainment, you will find horseback riding, observation decks with breathtaking views, trained predators, excursions to karst caves and to the larger Wuchang-Su waterfall (especially unforgettable during rainy periods, the water falls from 100 m), descent into the Grand Canyon. Your stay is unlimited, but be sure to bring a windbreaker even on a sunny day. You can get here not only by car and shuttle buses (a one-way trip will take more than an hour), but also quite extreme with the help of a cable car from Miskhor. If you are thinking about where to go in Yalta, be sure to visit this wonderful area.
  • Massandra Palace, town. Massandra. In its external resemblance it resembles a country mansion for French aristocrats from the time of Louis XIII. This small fortress was built for Semyon Vorontsov by the architect Bouchard. Repurchased after the owner's death royal family and completed without changes in style by Messmacher. He also supervised the landscaping of the park, located in two tiers. Nowadays, there is a museum-reserve here. When planning an excursion here, don’t forget to check out the wine tasting at the Massandra winery nearby. By municipal transport the route will take up to half an hour.
  • Rocks “Diva” and “Cat”, Simeiz village. Mount “Cat” is a natural monument of federal significance, and “Diva” participated in the filming of the film based on Agatha Christie’s work “12 Little Indians.” If you are looking for places to take a walk in Yalta, walk at their foot and be sure to swim on the beach. Listen to the local legend about the monk and recharge yourself with positive energy for the whole year. The settlement itself is also worthy of attention; leisurely walks through the streets will reward you with tranquility and a variety of villas from the early 20th century. The duration of the trip with your own car will be about 80 minutes.
  • Vorontsov Palace, Alupka. At first glance, this building amazes with its monumental forms and solemnity in execution. It combines several styles - one facade in Italian, the second in cold English. It was created according to the design of Edward Blore (1828-1848) for the governor of New Russia from diabase. There are so many paintings, sculptures and antique furniture inside that it would be the envy of many galleries. If you are thinking about what interesting things to see in Yalta, you should definitely come here. Moreover, there is a cozy park around it, created by the famous botanist and gardener Karl Kebach. A trip by public transport to Alupka will take two hours.

What to see in one day

If you plan to spend just one day by the sea, you will find this list useful:


What to see in Yalta and where to go in 3 days

In a few days you can not only soak up the sea, but also get acquainted with religious buildings:


What to see in Yalta and the surrounding area with children

If you are going on a family vacation with children, we recommend that you:

"Aquatoria" dolphinarium

S. Vinogradnoe, Bakhchisarai highway 17a. Not far from the Livadia residence there is this unique theater with sea animals. Every day there is a musical performance with dolphins, beluga whales, fur seals and walruses. Such performances will bring joy not only to our younger family members, but also to all adults. Operating since 2005.

Yalta Zoo with an aquarium

Kirova, 156. One of the most visited sites, with many terraces, spacious enclosures and panoramic views of the area. This private property is very well maintained, with flower beds of various flowers planted along all the paths. Here you will meet many animals: there are more than 1000 of them. A couple of hours is not enough to visit this establishment.

What can you see in Yalta in one day? The answer is simple - the zoo and its accompanying entertainment. Ostriches, crocodiles, monkeys, wild pigs, lions, camels, swans, eagles, bears, pheasants and many other funny animals are waiting for your attention. At the entrance, special food is sold to feed the animals you like.

There are special enclosures into which people are allowed to enter. There you can play, take pictures, hand feed and pet the adorable animals.

Another highlight of this place is the completely transparent extreme cafe above the enclosure with wild tigers. Don't forget to enter the aquarium, to do this you need to go into the open mouth of a great white shark.

"Glade of Fairy Tales"

Yauza Street, 28. On the outskirts, near the Stavria-Kaya rock, this fabulous miracle is located. A real museum of the main characters from children's stories and epics. If you are looking for something to visit in Yalta with children, visit this clearing of carved wooden sculptures. More than 300 exhibitions will surprise you with their diversity: Baba Yaga and her house on chicken legs, Masha and the Bear, The Magic Raven, The Kingdom of Crooked Mirrors, 33 Heroes and Cat Bayun.

The characters are collected not only from Russian, Ukrainian, Belarusian and Tatar folk tales, but also from Scandinavian myths and European legends.

Water park "Atlantis"

St. Kommunarov 7a. Not far from the sea there is a family water park named after an ancient sunken island. Local residents perceive it as another attraction, because it is not just entertainment, but a stylish design of the territory - ruined columns and statues of ancient heroes.

There are slides of varying degrees of difficulty: Virage, Fast and Furious, Centrifuge, Boomerang, Extreme. A suitable place when you don’t know what to do in Yalta. In general, everyone will find a calm or fast descent into the pool. The height of the slides is up to 22 meters, length up to 160.

Space Museum

International Children's Center "Artek", town. Gurzuf, z. Suuk-Su. A world-famous children's holiday camp. The camp was often visited by famous personalities, including astronauts and pilots. For their love and care for children, it was decided to organize an astronautics exhibition. The initiator was Yuri Gagarin, the first person to leave the earth. You will be able to see authentic training suits, helmets, the Lunokhod backup apparatus and real working, albeit outdated, equipment of the pilots used before the flights.

Theater named after Anton Chekhov

Ekaterininskaya 13. It was built in 1883 on the territory of the city garden according to the plan of G. Schreiber. If you are looking for where to go in Yalta in the evening with children, buy a ticket to the show. The building itself is an architectural treasure and the pride of the South Coast. He has a complicated history. The theater, which survived a fire and bombing, was reopened after a lengthy reconstruction in 2008. Now the auditorium can accommodate 493 people, the decoration inside the building is “no frills” or pomp. The management keeps up with the times: the premises are equipped with modern plasma screens, broadcasting performances to viewers online; the latest system sound and lighting adjustment.

Externally, the building attracts attention with its strict lines, vaguely reminiscent of ancient art. Chekhov festivals are held annually and new films are regularly shown.

Children's centers and playgrounds

Almost every popular establishment or entertainment event has areas for children. Children can ride on swings, see performances by animators, shows with magicians, and take photographs for memory. Feel free to come to Yalta, the places you need to visit are adapted to the needs of any social unit. The kids will be busy playing under the supervision of special staff.

It is impossible to list all the sights of the South Coast; Crimea will always surprise you with new colors and historical buildings.

Is there some more:

  • Memorial Museum of Lesya Ukrainka;
  • estate of Count Mordvinov;
  • chapels;
  • cultural centers;
  • parks full of various trees and plants;
  • mansion of the Emir of Bukhara;
  • silver gazebo on Mount Pendikul;
  • Magarych winery;
  • Church of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker and Alexandra;
  • Nikitsky climbing wall;
  • F.F.'s house Meltzer;
  • unusual restaurants on the water and hanging in the rocks;
  • meadows of flowers and cacti;
  • Forossky landscape park with fountains;
  • “Pink Estate” by Yusupov;
  • mountain forest nature reserve;
  • historical and literary museum;
  • studio.

Come to Yalta, and it will always offer you something to see and places you should definitely go to.

Yalta- the most popular and prestigious resort on the Crimean coast. The southern coast of Crimea, glorified in many works of art, attracts tourists and vacationers from all countries of the former USSR. Yalta remains the main resort city of the southern coast of Crimea.

Yalta on the map

You can spend more than one week exploring the many sights of Yalta and its surroundings.

Story

The history of Yalta as a human settlement began BC. Originally there was a colony of ancient Greeks here, which later became a Byzantine settlement. Later, the city became a Genoese colony, and then became part of the Crimean Khanate.

After the conquest of Crimea Russian Empire the settlement became part of it, and in 1838 received the status of a city.

From now on, Yalta becomes resort town, attracting vacationers from all over the country.

Main resort areas

Big Yalta includes many towns and villages belonging to different resort areas:

  1. The city itself Yalta;
  2. Village Massandra;
  3. Gurzuf;
  4. Simeiz And Katsiveli;
  5. Foros;
  6. Gaspra And Miskhor;
  7. Alupka;
  8. Livadia And Oreanda.

Sights of the city and surrounding area - photos with descriptions