Ukraine Odessa Oblast Odessa

Resting on the northwestern coast of the Black Sea, Odessa is a major port and a cultural hub of historic significance.

Stroll through cobbled streets, breath in the scent of local lilacs, and immerse yourself in the unique charm of this city center.

Ukraine's oldest theater dates to the 19C, boasting Vienna Baroque architecture, rich Rococo interior, and superb acoustics.

A museum tracing the history and the techniques of a local 19C distillery. Be sure to stay for the tastings at the end of the tour.

Green and pleasant, this city park dates to the 19C and boasts a lovely pavilion, a musical fountain, and several monuments.

A memorial complex comprised of a sprawling park, an open-air exhibit of combat machinery, and a museum, commemorating WWI soldiers.

Set in the 19C Potocki Palace, this fine museum houses over 100,000 paintings and sculptures by the best local and European artists.

The professed heart of the city, this legendary pedestrian zone is lined with lively cafes, and offers a unique Odessian flavor.

Ukraine's oldest archaeological museum, this 19C institute houses over 160,000 items from the Black Sea area dating to antiquity.

Fresh produce, cured meats, fish and seafood - all these mix with loud vendor calls, creating the unique feel of this 19C market.

Founded in 1923, this museum is housed in a beautiful 19C palace and showcases artworks by Caravaggio, Rubens, Frans Hals, and more.

Odessa's oldest and one of its most popular beaches offers many water activities, nice seafood restaurants, and a great atmosphere.

Richly decorated with fine sculptures and frescoes, this building houses a marketplace, boutiques, restaurants, and a hotel.

A glimpse into an 18C Odessan alcove, with garden furniture, iron-wrought details, a fountain, and more. Perfect for a picture.

A subterranean labyrinth of tunnels reaching 60m deep, utilized by smugglers in the 19C and now partially open to the public.

A fairly small yet highly entertaining museum, this establishment houses over 150 items documenting diverse smuggling methods.

Located in a 19C mansion, this great museum houses over 120,000 items, including historic documents, artworks, weapons, and more.

A scientific adventure for kids and adult alike, this museum offers interactive exhibits and exciting experiments to its visitors.

A dolphinarium of international standards, offering an aquarium, daily performances, and an opportunity to swim with the dolphins

Symbolic of the city, this enormous staircase stretches for 142m and boasts at the top a bronze likeness of the city's first mayor.

A monument in honor of oranges, which according to a myth have convinced Emperor Paul I to renew the construction of the Odessa port.

Set on the site of Odessa's first 13C church, this 21C cathedral boasts the clean lines of Neoclassical architecture.

Memorializing what was once the third-largest Jewish community in the world, this museum is a treasure-trove of relics and archives.

Spend the afternoon relaxing and people-watching on this lively square, enjoying the colorful flowerbeds and the lovely fountain.

Ukraine's largest port boasts a number of scenic harbors, rich history, exhibits on various nautical themes, and several bars.