Weekend excursions Yaroslavl

Q: What will the guide show on a sightseeing tour of Yaroslavl?

The guide will tell about a thousand years of the history of Yaroslavl, since its foundation in 1010. Participants will see architectural masterpieces of the XVII century, including the Church of Elijah the Prophet and the ensemble of the Transfiguration Monastery. The program also includes visits to the Yaroslavl Strelka and the Volkovo Theatre, which will allow a deeper understanding of the cultural heritage of the city.

Q: How long is the tour of Yaroslavl and what is included in it?

The duration of the tour is 2.5-3 hours. The price includes guide services and visits to key attractions such as the Tolga Monastery and the central squares of the city. Tourists will also get a general idea of Yaroslavl and its historical heritage during this walk.

Q: What is unique about Tolga Monastery in Yaroslavl?

Tolga Monastery was founded in 1314 and is famous for the miraculous Tolga Icon. The monastery became a place of pilgrimage for Russian tsars, including Ivan the Terrible, who was healed from his illness. The architecture of the monastery includes valuable frescoes and white-stone vaults, which makes it an important shrine on the Yaroslavl land.

Q: How to get to the Tolga Monastery in Yaroslavl?

Tolga Monastery is located on the northern outskirts of Yaroslavl, on the left bank of the Volga, about 3 kilometers from the city center. You can get there by bus No. 18 or No. 34 from the Gostiny Dvor stop to the Tolga Monastery stop. For group excursions, a transfer on a comfortable bus from Epiphany Square is most often organized.