15 Best Kyiv Activities & Escape Rooms 2022

A must do in Kyiv

By far one of the best decisions I made in Kyiv, was to have a tour with Alina. The unique knowledge that you will gain about the city of Kyiv and the hidden gems within it makes her tour absolutely worth every penny.

She is also a very pleasant, kind and intelligent girl, to the point that you forget that you are actually on a tour - she has that natural ability to make you feel welcome, and that you are in the company of a friend exploring the beautiful city of Kyiv.

Highly recommended to all!

Reviewed by Anwar • May 05, 2019

Kyiv Backyards Walking Tour with a Local Blogger

Alina is awesome

It’s not like a tour, but like meeting a friend in Kyiv who knows every little story behind buildings, monuments and murals, and who doesn’t rush to follow a schedule. We saw interesting street art, heard lots of stories of corrupted politicians (surprise!) and were impressed with the density of backyard bars, cafes and other establishments. Alina is sweet, thoughtful and flexible in any situation – even if it involves a 8,5mo baby :) and great tips for other things to see and do, including bars.

Tour in Kyiv: Kyiv Backyards Walking Tour with a Local Blogger. Photo by Ülane.

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Reviewed by Ülane • November 02, 2018

Kyiv Backyards Walking Tour with a Local Blogger

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It was super tour with Alina. She is professional guide.
Ms Asa from Iceland was enjoyed and like tour with local blogger Alina.

Reviewed by Inna • July 04, 2019

Kyiv Backyards Walking Tour with a Local Blogger

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Unique Experience

A driver picked us up at our apartment and took us to Тетяна's apartment. There she told us the history of the pysanka egg painting, based on covering the egg with wax and then immersing it on different colorants. She showed us how to do it and then we could choose a pattern that the we would like to reproduce by ourselves. We had so much fun getting to paint the eggs in that old Ukrainian technique and we were proud of the result. This workshop was one of the highlights of our trip to Kiev and we recommend it to everyone trying to experience a real Ukrainian tradition.

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Tour in Kyiv: Easter Egg-Painting Workshop in Kyiv. Photo by Marco.

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Reviewed by Marco • October 20, 2019

Easter Egg-Painting Workshop in Kyiv

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Its easy to fall in love with Kyiv with such a fun and witty guide

I had a wonderful time on the tour with Alina, she is well informed and give you interesting and fun facts about the city and its history. She made me so comfortable it was like taking a walk with a friend, while telling me about her people and culture. Because of her I discovered many places I would have never found on my own and wouldn´t have the background facts /story behind it. I can recommend Alina and her tour to everyone, you will have a lovely time and learn a lot about Ukraine and Kyiev, don´t miss your chance to get a true experience.

Reviewed by Stephanie • December 28, 2018

Kyiv Backyards Walking Tour with a Local Blogger

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Fun, Food, and Surprises!

We had a great time with Olga as our guide! Without ruining any surprises,(and there were some fun surprises), she took us to places that we would never had gone to, had we been on our own. Don’t think that you are taken to the same spots that crowds of tourists frequent, because you’re not! I found myself anticipating...can it get better than the last one? And it did! The food was excellent and plentiful at each location. This is a must-do tour if you visit Kiev!

Reviewed by Judy • July 21, 2018

Food Crawl of Ukrainian Restaurants

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Hidden gems of Kyiv

Alina is a passionate and extremely welcoming guide. Her knowledge of the history of Kyiv together with contemporary aspects of the city meant that we got a complete perspective. We loved Alina surpring us with hidden gems of Kyiv in places we’d never expect them or be able to find ourselves. Alina also takes the time to ensure we had a great experience. We highly recommend Alina and this tour.

Reviewed by Taliya • July 11, 2018

Kyiv Backyards Walking Tour with a Local Blogger

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Improve your knowledgein history with Viktoria

Viktoria immediately created a good athmosphere. Her tour allow you to discover (again) Ukrainian and European history, to understand how Kiev has been built, through the monuments (marvels) of this wonderful city.
Cathedrals, temple, properties, street art will : I never thought than Kiev was so rich.
I warmly recommend Viktoria to each traveler and keep her contact for my next trip in Kiev.

Reviewed by Cyrille M / Tripadvisor • August 14, 2019

Kyiv in 3 Hours - Main Sights and Hidden Gems.

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Flexible, communicative, friendly and knowledgeable

I recently used Alina as a guide recently in Kiev. I had limited time split over 2 days - she was flexible and worked with me on a great schedule. She is very friendly and caring, and is available anytime to answer questions.

Her knowledge for off-beat and hidden treasures of Kiev is commendable as well - I would highly recommend her.

Reviewed by Raj B / TripAdvisor • June 26, 2018

Kyiv Backyards Walking Tour with a Local Blogger

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Fun artistic adventure.

My daughter found this online and we decided to try it since it was Easter Week during our vacation to Kiev. Very skeptical when arriving at the apartment. After two minutes we were very comfortable and learned a bit of this amazing art. Very informative and interactive. Kids and adults loved it. The drivers were also amazing.

Tour in Kyiv: Easter Egg-Painting Workshop in Kyiv. Photo by Julia.

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Reviewed by Julia • April 07, 2018

Easter Egg-Painting Workshop in Kyiv

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Highlights and Insights

Victoria's love for Kiev makes this tour a real joy. She has as much excitement about showing you her city as you do seeing it for the first time. She is very accommodating and will ensure you get to see the unique, cultural, and historical side of Kiev. Victoria was amazing and I high recommend this tour! Дякую!

Reviewed by Gingineer_chef / Tripadvisor • October 23, 2019

Kyiv in 3 Hours - Main Sights and Hidden Gems.

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Victoria was awesome!

Victoria was lively and energetic! For 3 hours, she took me around to churches, cathedrals, squares, and also shared with me the history and spoke to me about the government, professions, lifestyle, and people of Kiev! She was fantastic! I would highly-recommend booking a tour with her!

Reviewed by Sanjay / Tripadvisor • January 12, 2020

Kyiv in 3 Hours - Main Sights and Hidden Gems.

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Awesome Kyiv tours

I visited a couple of walking tours with Alina. It was a great chance for me to meet new friends from different countries and also to practice my English. It's always fun and different - we end up going to some bar or even to karaoke sometimes. Totally recommend!

Reviewed by Olga B / TripAdvisor • June 26, 2018

Kyiv Backyards Walking Tour with a Local Blogger

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Necessary!

A lot of what happens in Kyiv happens in courtyards or backyards away from the main streets. You simply won’t find them without help. This tour is invaluable in order to really see the city. My guide Alina was charming and insightful, and enriched my visit.

Reviewed by Andre • November 24, 2019

Kyiv Backyards Walking Tour with a Local Blogger

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Champions League Finale

We did the Kyiv backyards walking tour with Alina and had a very interesting and relaxing time. Alina was enthusiastically giving us an insight in Kiew life now and back in the old days, knowing lots of interesting details. We had a wonderful time!!

Reviewed by Brigitte P / TripAdvisor • June 26, 2018

Kyiv Backyards Walking Tour with a Local Blogger

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Great experience

We had our trip with Victoria and she was outstanding. She knows a lot about the history and speaks very good english . We gave Victoria a 10+

Reviewed by Wayne / Tripadvisor • January 23, 2020

Kyiv in 3 Hours - Main Sights and Hidden Gems.

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Fantastic experience

We thoroughly enjoyed the guidance and tutelage of the woman leading this experience and would definitely recommend it.

Reviewed by Matthew • February 01, 2021

Easter Egg-Painting Workshop in Kyiv