The picturesque Dnipro is very versatile and interesting. It is romantic and mysterious, modern and rhythmic, full of cultural and architectural monuments, as well as cozy parks, squares and cafes. Here everyone will find something liking for themselves. A trip to this beautiful city is just a Must-have for everyone!
There are four main ways to get to the Dnipro: train, plane, bus and private car. About each detail:
Plane
Regular direct flights to Dnipro are only from Kyiv.
The flights are operated by 2 Ukrainian companies “Wind Rose” and “Ukraine International Airlines”.
Tickets cost from 2 510 UAH one way.
Travel time from 1 h
The train
You can reach Dnipro by train, in fact, from any city.
The nearest route is from Kharkiv to Dnipro.
The cost of tickets depends on the point of departure, type of car and date. Approximately from 107 UAH for a place in the seat
Travel time from 5 h
Bus
The cost of tickets depends on the point of departure, date of purchase and convenience of the bus.
Kyiv – Dnipro ticket price from 250 UAH;
Odesa – Dnipro ticket price from 300 UAH;
Lviv – Dnipro ticket price from 844 UAH;
Kharkiv – Dnipro ticket price from 150 UAH.
A personal car
The main advantage of the car – convenience. Trains run on schedule and only on certain routes. By car, you are your own master. On the other hand, the car it is expenses for fuel, maintenance and spare parts.
Travel time: Kyiv – Dnipro from 7 h; Odesa – Dnipro from 9 h; Lviv – Dnipro from 14 h, Kharkiv – Dnipro from 3 h.
Where is the best place to stay?
There are quite a few apartments for rent in Dnipro. From the simplest and inexpensive to luxury apartments.
The most expensive housing is centrally located on K. Marx Avenue and along the waterfront. Cheaper housing options can be found in the city’s dormitories. The most convenient in terms of infrastructure is recognized Soborsnyi district of Dnipro.
The cost of daily rent
The cost of rent is influenced by: location; number of rooms and beds; quality of repair and availability of equipment.
- Rent of a studio apartment from 329 UAH per day
- Rent of a one-bedroom apartment from 450 UAH per day
- Rent of a two-bedroom apartment from 650 UAH per day
Rent an apartment in Dnipro here.
- Monasturskyi Island
It is one of the most popular places among the Dnipro. It is part of the Taras Shevchenko city park. There is a large amusement park in its center. Here you can ride on a huge Ferris wheel, which offers incredible views of the river and the panorama of the city.
- Katerynoslavskyi Boulevard
The boulevard is located in the heart of the city and is a pedestrian area. It is crowded with shopping malls, cafes, restaurants, boutiques. Incredibly beautiful Katerynoslavsky Boulevard in the evening, when the lights of the shop windows and lanterns give it a special atmosphere and European charm.
- Aerospace Museum
Dnipro has long been called the cosmic capital of Ukraine. Therefore, be sure to visit the National Aerospace Museum (National Center for Aerospace Education for Young People named after Makarov) upon visiting the town. It is the only museum of rocket and space technology in Ukraine that impresses with its natural size.
- Menorah Center
The Menorah Center is the largest Jewish complex in the world. It consists of seven towers, the highest of which reaches 77 meters. Together, they symbolize the Temple Seven-Candlestick, a symbol of the people of Israel. The main task of Menorah is to revive the Jewish community in Dnipro, as a whole across Ukraine, and to support the idea of tolerance for different nationalities.
Where to eat?
There are a huge number of restaurants operating in Dnipro – this one, both by representatives of the world and all-Ukrainian networks, as well as local original establishments. For burger lovers we recommend Burger Bar “Miasoedovskaia B7”. Do you like Asian cuisine? Then you go to Hansik restaurant. Delicious Italian restaurant is Big Mama. And, of course, Ukrainian cuisine at Tinitsia restaurant.
What to visit?
Take a stroll along the Dnieper embankment, and enjoy a variety of entertainment facilities, walks by boat on the river.
Walking enthusiasts, be sure to visit Komsomolsky Island, just cross the bridge and you’re on the spot. Take a photo against the backdrop of a waterfall that was discovered just a few years ago. Take the aquarium that is located on the island.
Read on the blog how to travel with animals.