Nizhny Novgorod

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Nizhny Novgorod

The birthplace of Maxim Gorky was known as Gorky during Soviet times. As a prime trade centre in the Russian Empire it was known as the 'Purse of Russia'. Elegant buildings today dot the charming city.

This old city at the confluence of rivers Volga and Oka is a popular river tourism centre and an educational hub. The sixth-largest city in Russia is located about 440 km east of Moscow.

Activities for Tourists

Fedorovsky Embankment Relaxation

Relax on the embankment with views of the Kremlin and the confluence of rivers.

Limpopo Zoo Visit

Explore the small zoo with animals, park, cafes, and a collection of cars and bikes.

Chkalov Staircase Climb

Ascend the wide staircase for panoramic views of the Volga River.

Cable Ride Across River Volga

Take a thrilling cable car ride linking Nizhny and Bor.

Nizhny Novgorod Metro Ride

Experience the beauty of metro stations in the city center.

Mitrich Steak House Lunch

Enjoy a meal at Mitrich Steak House on Kovalikhinskaya Street.

Fedorovsky Embankment to Rozhdestvenskaya Street Walk

Leisurely walk through pedestrian paths from the embankment to Rozhdestvenskaya Street.

Excursion to Ilyinskaya Sloboda

Visit a suburb famous for monuments from the 16th to 19th centuries.

Aquapark Atoll Excursion

Excursion to the aquapark in Kstovo city, 27 km away.

Sormovsky Park Excursion

Explore Sormovsky Park through a guided excursion.

River Volga Boat Cruise

Enjoy a scenic cruise on the Volga River.

Top Attractions

Rozhdestvenskaya Street

Splendid stone mansions line this street.

Bolshaia Pokrovskaia Street

Beautiful pedestrian street with cafes, restaurants, theaters, museums, and historical buildings.

State Bank Building

Impressive heritage structure with exceptional design on Bolshaia Pokrovskaia Street.

Gorky Statue

Located in a park at the far end of Pokrovskaia Street.

State Gorky Literature Museum

Museum dedicated to legendary Soviet writer Maxim Gorky.

Nizhny Novgorod State Art Museum

Museum showcasing Russian fine art.

Galileo Wonderland Park

Edutainment center with interactive exhibits for learning science.

Churches and Cathedrals

Various religious structures including St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Church of Nativity, Assumption Church, Transfiguration Cathedral.

Pechersky Ascension Monastery

Example of beautiful Russian religious architecture.

Rukavishnikov Mansion

Museum showcasing the life of the elite in pre-Revolution Russia.

Jules Verne Monument

Monument at an observation deck on the hilltop overlooking the river.

Chamber of Merchant Olisov

17th-century mansion providing insight into local merchant life.

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