Attractions

What to see in Veliky Novgorod

Veliky Novgorod is one of the oldest and most atmospheric cities in Russia, where history and modern living space intertwine. Here you can feel the breath of medieval Russia: the narrow streets of the Trade side, the monumental walls of the Novgorod Kremlin and the quiet banks of the Volkhov create a unique flavor. The city is known for its chronicle events, artistic traditions and a unique combination of architectural eras.

Manufactures and facilities

Man-made sights of Novgorod are rich and diverse: the Novgorod Kremlin (a baby) with the St. Sophia Cathedral and its famous bells, loopholes and travel towers - Vladimir, Fedorovskaya, Metropolitan, Zlatoust and White; the monument "Millennium of Russia" and the Victory Monument on the central Victory Square; the Alexander Nevsky Bridge, ancient temples - the Church of John the Foreigner on Opok, the Church of Vlassia, the Assumption Church on the Volotov Field, Boris-Pala and many others. In the vicinity there are ancient monasteries and monasteries - Antoniev, Yuriev, Khutyn, Nikolo-Vyazhyshchi and Rdei monasteries, as well as the Novgorod Museum-Reserve with a rich exhibition of antiquities and folk art.

Natural attractions and places

The natural pearls of the region complement the urban picture: the calm banks of the Volkhov and Luga rivers, the Shum Mountain mound on the Luga River, Rdeiskoye Lake and Lake Myachino in the vicinity of Arkazhey, picturesque forests and lake landscapes of the Valdai hills in close proximity. Embankments and city parks invite you to walk by the water, and the surrounding forests and lakes offer privacy and the opportunity to see the untouched nature of the Novgorod land.

Build routes and visit interesting places

On our site, all attractions are marked on an interactive map: you can see the geographical location of objects, read brief descriptions and reviews, and build a convenient route. The function allows you to select points of interest, estimate the time for inspection and form a route based on distances and preferences to plan a walk or car trip around the city and surroundings.

You are free to explore Veliky Novgorod on your own, following visual routes and enjoying leisurely walks along the embankments and old streets, or using the services of local guides. Experienced guides conduct thematic walks, tell legends and historical details, help to open little-known corners, raise on the fortress walls and observation platforms, making the tour lively and informative.

Come to Veliky Novgorod to see the ancient cathedrals with your own eyes, walk along the centuries-old ramparts and breathe in the atmosphere of history. Discover sights, build routes and go on a trip to one of the most important cities of Russia - each visit here brings new discoveries and vivid impressions.