How to find an English-speaking guide for a tour in Kyiv, Lviv, Odessa, Kharkiv and other cities in Ukraine?

Ukraine is a unique destination for foreign tourists who want to discover its culture, history and modernity. Find out why an English-speaking guide is the key to a deeper understanding of the country and how to choose the best specialist

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Ukraine is a country with a centuries-old history, a unique cultural heritage and extraordinary natural beauty. It is difficult to comprehend the full depth of Ukrainian identity without an escort, which is why more and more often foreign tourists turn to the services of an English-speaking guide.

An excursion accompanied by a specialist in Kyiv, Lviv, Odessa, Kharkiv or any other city in Ukraine allows you not only to see the sights, but also to understand the history of their origin, related events and symbolic meaning. A true professional will be able to reveal to you the “hidden Ukraine” – the one that remains invisible to the average tourist.

In addition to historical facts, a guide-translator will help in everyday situations during the trip – in restaurants, hotels, during transfers. High-quality translation will help avoid misunderstandings and make your trip comfortable and safe.

Ukraine is a multifaceted country, so to truly discover it for yourself, it is important to “read it” with the help of a professional English-speaking guide.

Where to look for a guide in Ukraine: online platforms, local travel agencies or proven services?

Once you have decided that you plan to spend your next trip accompanied by a professional guide, it is important to find the best specialist. Where can you do this? Currently, there are several ways to find an English-speaking specialist:

- Online platforms - sites where tour guides place ads that they provide guide services in different cities. This is a fairly quick way to find an escort, but in this case the question of the guide’s professionalism, as well as his level of language proficiency, remains open. In Ukraine, there is no mandatory mandatory certification of guides, so it can be difficult to check the qualifications of a tour guide before ordering services. All responsibility for the professionalism of the guide you choose on online platforms lies with the tourist.

- Local travel agencies - in most cities of Ukraine there are local travel agencies that organize excursions and provide guides, but often the choice here is limited to only a few guides without guarantees of language proficiency.

- Verified services - the most convenient and reliable option for those who value time and want to be sure of the quality of services, because large companies guarantee that your guide will be interesting, experienced and have a good command of the language.

To avoid difficulties that may arise when searching for a guide in Ukraine, we recommend that you contact trusted platforms. In particular, on the Visit Ukraine portal you can quickly and safely find a guide in Ukraine who meets all professional requirements.

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Turnkey travel organization: why is it better to contact Visit Ukraine?

In general, planning a trip to Ukraine is not just about booking tickets and finding a guide, but a task that requires attention to detail: a safe route, reliable transfer, translator support, as well as good accommodation and insurance.

With Visit Ukraine, you don’t need to waste time searching for all this, because we take care of everything. On our portal you can:

1. Book an excursion of various durations – from a few hours’ walk with a guide to a full-fledged tour with transfer, interpreter, accommodation and support.

2. Organize a tour of any theme – historical routes, gastronomic tours, military tourism, trips to the best architectural sites, ecological expeditions, etc.

3. Find a group trip or order an individual route specifically for your interests.

4. Organize a transfer, book a hotel.

5. Meet the best guide-translator, because all the specialists with whom Visit Ukraine cooperates are certified, have experience working with foreigners and speak English at a high level. Many also speak German, French, Spanish, Italian and other languages.

We work with both individual tourists and corporate groups and take into account the specifics of each request.

Our managers will help you organize the perfect trip. Contact a Visit Ukraine specialist via any messenger convenient for you (Telegram | WhatsApp) to plan a trip and excursions in Ukraine, as well as find an English-speaking guide.

How to book a guide or tour on the Visit Ukraine portal?

You can order a guide or book a tour through Visit Ukraine as simply and clearly as possible. Just go to the “Tours” section and specify the region, duration of the trip and approximate dates, and the system will offer available routes, or choose a destination that interests you from the list of tours and look for the best route.

Important! When exploring the largest tour database in Ukraine on the Visit Ukraine portal, remember that you can personalize any route and get full support during your trip.

The most popular cities for English-speaking excursions: where do foreigners go in Ukraine?

Of course, every corner of Ukraine is interesting and full of a large number of attractions, but there are cities that are considered a real top and where most foreigners go:

- Kyiv is the cultural, political and historical capital of Ukraine. Tours with an English-speaking guide in Kyiv cover both classic routes (Independence Square, Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, St. Sophia Cathedral) and modern sites (murals, art centers, new museums).

- Lviv is a city of authentic culture and gastronomy. An English-speaking guide in Lviv will open up ancient streets, medieval churches and cozy cafes where legends are born.

- Odesa is the pearl of the Black Sea, a place where maritime romance intertwines with a multinational past. An English-speaking guide in Odessa will tell you about the city's humor, its heroes and dramatic history.

- Kharkiv is the intellectual capital of Ukraine, famous for its avant-garde architectural monuments and a symbol of resilience. With an English-speaking guide in Kharkiv, you will be able to see both historical sites and evidence of modern history.

We also recommend paying attention to other cities of the country:

- Chernivtsi - a city known for its outstanding university and Austrian architecture.

- Kamianets-Podilskyi - a medieval fortress above a canyon.

- Ivano-Frankivsk - the gateway to the Carpathians.

- Uzhhorod - an atmospheric city near the border.

Ukraine is interesting and amazing, so be sure to visit it. With Visit Ukraine, your trip will be safe, rich and truly unique. Find the best guide, choose the perfect tour and discover Ukraine with us!

Let us remind you! Ukraine is a boundless mosaic of impressions: from ancient fortresses to exquisite European architecture, from ancient legends to the modern atmosphere of cities. All this is in convenient, bright routes that are easy to discover together with professional guides. We have already talked about the most interesting cities for traveling in Ukraine in 2025.

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