Articles about Kiev and Ukraine |
Are you planning a trip to Kyiv? Find out whether you need a visa to enter Ukraine. We have compiled a full and up-to-date list of countries whose citizens can travel to Ukraine without a visa — including EU member states, the USA, Canada, Japan and many others.
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Planning your first trip to Kyiv? Here is everything you need to know about Ukraine before you arrive — from public holidays and local currency to getting around the city and useful language tips. A practical, up-to-date guide for international travellers visiting Kyiv in 2026.
Did you know that Kyiv was the birthplace of some of the most remarkable figures of the 20th century? A novelist who gave the world The Master and Margarita, a painter who invented abstract art, a ballet legend who never stopped dreaming of the Dnipro, and one of the most powerful women in political history — all were born on the streets of Kyiv. Read their extraordinary stories.
Kyiv is home to some of the most breathtaking sacred architecture in Europe. From the ancient underground caves of the Pechersk Lavra — a UNESCO World Heritage Site founded in 1051 — to the golden domes of St Michael′s and the baroque splendour of St Andrew′s Church, every street in the historic city centre tells a thousand years of history. Discover the seven most iconic churches and monasteries of Kyiv and plan your visit.
Beyond its golden-domed churches and historic streets, Kyiv offers some of the most beautiful green spaces in Eastern Europe. Whether you are looking for a quiet stroll through 13,000 species of plants, a family day at the beach on a Dnipro island, or a first encounter with elephants and Amur tigers, Kyiv′s parks and outdoor attractions have something for every visitor. Here is your guide to four of the city′s most beloved natural escapes.