Tours of Ukraine for history lovers: from Kievan Rus to Independence

The history of Ukraine is not just facts, but living memory that echoes in ancient cities, courtyards and underground passages. For foreign visitors, these journeys turn into exciting discoveries — from princely capitals to witnesses of recent struggles. Learn more about the most interesting historical routes from Visit Ukraine

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The pages of Ukrainian history are filled with countless amazing stories: from the glorious princes of Kievan Rus to the modern struggle for freedom and independence. Every city, every street, every stone here remembers heroes, triumphs and trials. For those who want to get to know the soul of our country better, travelling around Ukraine is an inspiring and impressive journey through time.

We will tell you more about the unique historical locations that you can visit as part of Visit Ukraine tours in this article.

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Enchanting Western Ukraine

Lviv enchants with its architecture, narrow streets, and the atmosphere of an old European city. Here, every stone building is a witness to centuries of history, and every square is a stage for legends. Travelling further, the Carpathians reveal landscapes reminiscent of a fairy tale: mountain rivers, wooden churches, and Hutsul traditions. Kyiv completes the route as a capital city with a complex history, modern energy, and spiritual depth. Here you can see how history and modernity live side by side. All these amazing places will open up to you on the ‘Enchanting Western Ukraine’ tour from Visit Ukraine.

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Important details about the tour:

– Tour duration: 3 days. For details and dates, please contact Visit Ukraine managers: WhatsApp/Telegram.

– Tour price: 46,600 UAH (967 euros).

Bessarabka: the heart of Kyiv with secrets

The central part of Kyiv hides many stories — and they are especially noticeable in Bessarabka. This place is not only famous for its market, but also for being a witness to changes and revolutions. In the cosy courtyards, you can still hear the footsteps of famous figures, and the old houses remember important meetings, such as Shevchenko's acquaintance with Kostomarov. Here, every corner has its own legend, which comes to life during the tour. If you want to see a different, deeper Kyiv, discover the ‘Courtyards of Bessarabska Square’ with Visit Ukraine.

Important details about the tour:

– Tour duration: 2.5 hours. For details and dates, please contact Visit Ukraine managers: WhatsApp/Telegram.

– Tour cost: 6,280 UAH (130 euros).

Ancient Darnytsia: colour in concrete

Old Darnytsia is a real contrast: among the typical high-rise buildings are hidden authentic wooden huts that remember Kyiv before industrial development. Here, according to legend, princes received ambassadors, and the Darnytsia River was a source of life and legends. Traces of ancient cemeteries, colourful mosaic panels, and even a museum hidden from prying eyes have been preserved. This tour allows you to see Kyiv from an unexpected angle. All these treasures can be seen as part of the ‘Secrets of Old Darnytsia’ tour from Visit Ukraine.

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Important details about the tour:

– Tour duration: 3 hours. For details and dates, please contact Visit Ukraine managers: WhatsApp/Telegram.

– Tour cost: 6,280 UAH (130 euros).

Jewish Ivano-Frankivsk

Formerly known as Stanislaviv, this city is where the Jewish community played an important role in shaping its cultural and economic identity. From craftsmen to bankers, from synagogues to ghettos, traces of the Jewish presence can be found at every turn. Here you can see ancient matzevot, hear stories about prominent figures, and learn how Jews coexisted with other nations. The tour delves deeply into a layer of history that is often overlooked. You can immerse yourself in these stories with the ‘Jewish Stanislaviv’ tour from Visit Ukraine.

Important details about the tour:

– Tour duration: 2 hours. For details and dates, please contact Visit Ukraine managers: WhatsApp/Telegram.

– Tour price: 1,100 UAH (23 euros).

Kyiv in World War II

Kyiv has a special place in the history of World War II. From heroic resistance to the tragedies of occupation, the city became a symbol of struggle and suffering. During the tour, you will see strategic sites, memorials, and museums with unique exhibitions. Memorials, eternal flames, and artefacts of war help to better understand the price of victory. This is a journey through pain and heroism that will not leave you indifferent. The tour ‘Kyiv during World War II’ from Visit Ukraine will help you open these pages of the past.

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Important details about the tour:

– Tour duration: 4 hours. For more details and dates, please contact Visit Ukraine managers: WhatsApp/Telegram.

– Tour price: 6,530 UAH (135 euros).

Kyiv is invincible

Kyiv is a city with a long history that has survived invasions, revolutions, wars, and has risen again. This tour takes you through legendary places: the Golden Gate, St. Sophia Cathedral, St. Michael's Cathedral, Khreshchatyk Street, and Maidan Square. It shows how the capital has changed, but its soul has remained the same. This is a chance not only to see the beauty of architecture, but also to feel the depth of national identity. The ‘Invincible Kyiv’ tour from Visit Ukraine reveals the entire invincible essence of Kyiv.

Important details about the tour:

– Tour duration: 5 hours. For details and dates, please contact Visit Ukraine managers: WhatsApp/Telegram.

– Tour cost: 5,000 UAH (104 euros).

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From west to east

This route is a true chronicle of modern Ukraine. From elegant Lviv to unbreakable Kharkiv, from Kyiv to the de-occupied territories, every city here is a living page of history. You will see how Ukraine is rebuilding itself after trials, how people are restoring their homes and hopes. It is a dialogue with reality that touches the soul. Such a journey is worth taking with the ‘Ukraine – from west to east’ tour from Visit Ukraine.

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Important details about the tour:

– Tour duration: 5 days. For details and dates, please contact Visit Ukraine managers: WhatsApp/Telegram.

– Tour cost: 66,500 UAH (1,380 euros).

Lviv from the depths to the heights

Starting with a descent into ancient underground passages, you will learn about the city's medieval history: monks, alchemists, artefacts. Climbing to the roof, you will see Lviv from above — a city of tiled roofs, spires and towers. And the luxurious interiors of the temples will tell you about the spirit and aesthetics of the eras. This route allows you to experience Lviv in all its diversity. All this is available as part of the ‘Three in One: Underground, Roofs, Interiors’ tour from Visit Ukraine.

Important details about the tour:

– Tour duration: 2 hours. For details and dates, please contact Visit Ukraine managers: WhatsApp/Telegram.

– Tour cost: 3,970 UAH (82 euros).

Courtyards of Lviv

Lviv's courtyards are unique portals to other eras. Here you can see monastery courtyards, medieval passageways, courtyard museums, and typical ‘wells’ of old residential Lviv. Each of them has its own history: romantic, everyday, sacred or humorous. During a walk through the city, guests can take a peek behind the scenes of the big stage. You can discover the inner essence of Lviv thanks to the ‘Courtyards of Lviv’ tour from Visit Ukraine.

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Important details about the tour:

– Tour duration: 2-3 hours. For details and dates, please contact Visit Ukraine managers: WhatsApp/Telegram.

– Tour price: 3,800 UAH (79 euros).

Underground Lviv

This route leads deep into the city — to where the most interesting secrets are kept. From monastery cells to apothecary laboratories, from sarcophagi to museums — everything here is shrouded in mystery. The underground of Lviv is not just stones, it is a space that speaks. You will learn about the wealth of orders, alchemy, and medieval life. The mysterious Lviv will reveal itself to you on the ‘Underground Lviv’ tour from Visit Ukraine.

Important details about the tour:

– Tour duration: 2.5 hours. For details and dates, please contact Visit Ukraine managers: WhatsApp/Telegram.

– Tour price: 4,500 UAH (93 euros).

Romantic Lviv

A city of love, dreams and passion. The streets of Lviv remember the love of kings and artists, dramatic stories of jealousy and fidelity. Romantic cafes, legendary meetings, balconies and monuments to love — all this creates an atmosphere that makes you fall in love. The tour not only reveals the city, but also touches the heart. You can experience this tender side of Lviv on the ‘Romantic Lviv’ tour from Visit Ukraine.

Important details about the tour:

– Tour duration: 1.5 hours. For more details and dates, please contact Visit Ukraine managers: WhatsApp/Telegram.

– Tour price: 2,300 UAH (48 euros).

More tours of Ukraine from the Visit Ukraine portal

This is only a part of the historical wealth that can be discovered while travelling with Visit Ukraine. From Lysa Hora to Maidan, from caves to palaces — our portal offers hundreds of tour options for every taste.

Choose your route and discover Ukraine as we see it — profound, authentic, and unbreakable.

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