Minsk - Minsk 7 day trip

Belarus' capital and largest city offers over a dozen museums, several notable churches, well-known theaters, and nice parks.

A pleasant piece of nature in the heart of Minsk, this park features a cinema, an amusement park, and a children's railway.

A fun outing for all ages, this park hosts a variety of rides, an indoor ice rink complex, and a planetarium.

Take a walk around the historic center, getting a feel of the local culture and admiring the architectural variety.

A fun experience for all ages, this aquapark offers a great variety of slides, indoor and outdoor pools, as well as spa facilities.

An open-air museum dedicated to Belarusian ethnographic legacy, exhibiting traditional architecture, households, and handicraft.

Promising a fun experience for kids and adults alike, this open-air museum exhibits an impressive collection of military artifacts.

Home to over 9,000 species of plants and trees, this botanical garden is said to be one of the biggest in Europe.

Featuring a lake, a museum, and a triumphal arch, this park offers a wonderful retreat from the busy streets.

Continuously being developed, this small zoo is home to an array of animals and fowl, as well as tropical enclosures and playgrounds.

Take a walk around the park to escape the bustling city streets, or enjoy a sandwich on ones of the benches.

Centered on the beautiful Narach Lake, this national park preserves its rich biosphere, including many animals and plant species.

Take a walk around the ruins of the 16C Halshany Castle, full of atmospheric eeriness and rich history.

Spread through several halls, the museum hosts 40,000 items grouped in mineralogical, paleontological, botanical and other exhibits.

Featuring a modern architectural design, this theater houses both an opera and a ballet company that known are worldwide.

Comprised of 24 halls and over 100,000 artifacts, this rich museum follows the history of Soviet participation in WWII.

A memorial complex commemorating Belarus' soldiers perished in Afghanistan, featuring a chapel, a fountain, and a boy-angel statue.

While little remains of the once stately 14C castle, its ancient walls and rich historic ambiance offer a great afternoon stroll.

The claim to fame of this historically significant 16C castle is its recent renovation process, performed by local volunteers.

A town with a rich rich, known for its wide array of architectural landmarks, as well as two notable castles.

Picturesquely situated on a river bank, this 11C castle features several architectural styles and various fortification elements.

Follow the arch bridge from the Old Castle, and you will find this refurbished 18C palace overlooking the river.

Established in 1927 within the municipal botanical garden, the first zoo in Belarus is home to over 300 animal species.

Enjoy the variety of architectural styles, walking the cobbled streets of this historic center full of color and lively cafes.

Sprawling across the Belarus-Poland border, this primeval forest is one of Europe's most rich and unique ecosystems.

Perfect for an afternoon stroll, the wonderful park is dotted with statues, interesting landmarks, and a variety of plant species.

Engaging adults and kids alike, the puppet theater offers a large repertoire of shows performed by puppets and human performers.

Housed in an 18C pharmacy, the museum exhibits herbariums, drugstore paraphernalia, medical tools, and medicinal cosmetics.

Superbly representing Black Ruthenian architecture, Kalozha dates to the 12C and boasts uncommon ornamentation of colored bricks.

Once a Slav town, the history of Brest stretches to the 11C. Visit its monuments and museums, and be sure to see the famed fortress.

Brest's largest municipal park features amusement rides, two lakes, many rare tree species, and a tranquil atmosphere.

Dating to the 19C, Brest Fortress retains aspects of original pentacle-shaped fortification system and rich history.

Spend an afternoon exploring the pleasant nooks of this historic center, taking in the architectural diversity and the local color.

Hosting over 50 historic locomotives and train cars, Belarus' first open-air museum offers a glimpse into the local railway history.

Sprawling across the Belarus-Poland border, this primeval forest is one of Europe's most rich and unique ecosystems.

Overlooking the Liasnaya River, this 13C tower is of a Gothic style and is home to a branch of the Brest regional museum.

Offering a unique experience, this museum exhibits 28 authentic log houses from ancient Slavic villages, as well as 1,400 relics.

A 15m pillar dedicated to Brest's convoluted past, adorned with statues of various historic figures and cultural archetypes.

Comprised of stolen, smuggled, or confiscated works of religious and fine arts, the museum's rich collection is highly recommended.

Located within the fortress compound, this 19C Byzantine-styled church has a rich history and hosts a fine seven-tiered chandelier.

Step back into the past as you visit this 17C palatial complex, combining within itself renovated and ruined sections.

An exceptional example of Gothic Revival architecture, the 19C castle affords a great afternoon of exploration.