Private Guided Tour of Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra

Discover one of the main Kyiv attractions on a fascinating, private, guided-tour. Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List, and is a must-visit place for all who travel to Ktiv. You will enjoy the atmosphere of this holy place and learn many interesting facts from an expert guide.

Itinerary
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Stop At: The Holy Dormition Kyiv Caves Lavra, Lavrska Street, 15, building 42, Kyiv (Kiev) 01015 Ukraine

Meet your local expert guide and discover the world famous attraction – Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra on a comprehensive walking tour.

Once you enter Lavra, you’ll be amazed at the beauty and splendor of this monastery. The date of the foundation of Lavra is 1051, and it is one of the most sacred places in Ukraine. Wandering through the Lavra paved paths, you will see restored Dormition Cathedral and admire their architectural style.

The highlight of this tour is a visit of the famous Lavra Caves - a place where hermit monks ones lived. It is now open to visitors and many people from all over the world come here to worship the holly relics of Saints.

You will hear a lot of interesting information about the life and traditions of monks and about the role Lavra plays in the capital’s life.

A visit of UNESCO-listed Kiev Pechersk Lavra is an amaizing experience that you will always remember.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Mykola Syadristy Microminiatures Museum, Lavrskaya St., 9, Kyiv (Kiev) 02000 Ukraine

Unique collection of museum displays tiny pieces of art that can be seen under the magnifying glass. It’s is a work of a prominent artisan Mykola Syadristy.
*Optional, museum is closed on Tuesdays.


Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: The Great Lavra Bell Tower, Lavrska St, 13/81, Kyiv (Kiev) 02000 Ukraine

One of the highlights of the Upper Lavra is a 96-meter Bell Tower, which dominates over the territory of the monastery. You have a chance to climb it's stairs and enjoy the bird’s eye view of the city.


Duration: 15 minutes

Pass By: Church of the Saviour at Berestove, Lavrska St., 21/4, Kyiv (Kiev) 02000 Ukraine

An ancient church, located in the northern part of Lavra, is an important monument of architecture.