Nizhyn

Nizhyn is a historic city located in northeastern Ukraine. It is known for its charming architecture, including the 18th-century collegiate buildings and churches. The city is home to several parks and gardens, offering green spaces for residents and visitors to enjoy.

Nizhyn has a rich cultural heritage and is known for its traditional crafts and folk music.

Places to visit

Key Phrases

Speak like a local

  • "Добрий день" - Good day
  • "Дякую" - Thank you
  • "Будь ласка" - Please
  • "Доброго здоров'я" - Good health
  • "До побачення" - Goodbye

Day plans

Spend a day exploring around

day 1

Exploring Nizhyn

morning:Start your day with a visit to the beautiful Soledar Park, followed by a delightful breakfast at the charming Cafe Vienna.

afternoon:Discover the fascinating Nizhyn Historical Museum and Art Gallery, and enjoy a leisurely lunch at the cozy Podkova Restaurant.

evening:Experience the vibrant nightlife at the popular Club Tropicana. 🎉

day 2

Cultural Immersion

morning:Begin with a tour of the iconic St. Nicholas Church, then savor a traditional Ukrainian breakfast at Cafe Nadiya.

afternoon:Explore the breathtaking Nizhyn Arboretum, and relish a delightful lunch at the picturesque Garden Cafe.

evening:Indulge in the lively atmosphere at the bustling Cafe Roma for a memorable night-out. 🍸

day 3

Historical Heritage

morning:Embark on a historical journey at the Nizhyn Lyceum, followed by a delightful morning meal at the cozy Chateau de Chambord.

afternoon:Dive into the rich history at the Nizhyn History Museum, and enjoy lunch at the historic Belvedere Restaurant.

evening:End the day with a visit to the iconic Petrovsky Square for a memorable night-out. 🌃

day 4

Nature and Relaxation

morning:Start with a peaceful walk in the serene Polissya Park, and then treat yourself to a delightful breakfast at the scenic Terrace Cafe.

afternoon:Rejuvenate at the relaxing Nizhyn Spa and Wellness Center, followed by lunch at the tranquil Green Oasis Restaurant.

evening:Unwind and enjoy a cozy evening at the charming Vintage Wine Bar for a relaxing night-out. 🍷

Nizhyn Famous Food

Must-Try local dishes

Borscht

A classic Ukrainian beet soup, often served with sour cream and dill. A must-try at Babushka's Kitchen.

Must-Try!

Varenyky

Traditional dumplings filled with potatoes, cheese, cabbage, or cherries. Visit Puzata Hata for authentic varenyky.

Holubtsi

Cabbage rolls filled with rice and minced meat, simmered in a savory tomato sauce. Try the best holubtsi at Gospoda Vechirnia.

Food Markets & Street Food

A food market and street food guide

Nizhyn Central Market

Explore a bustling market showcasing local produce, meats, and dairy. Don't miss the stalls offering freshly baked bread, smoked meats, and pickles.

Rynok Square

Stroll through this vibrant square packed with food vendors offering an array of street food delights, including grilled meats, pickled vegetables, and sweet pastries.

Things to do in Nizhyn

Unique local experiences...

Pet sitters in Nizhyn

Relax and unwind while your furry friend enjoys making a new companion!

Popular cities in Ukraine

Kyiv, Kharkiv, Odesa, Dnipro, Donetsk, Lviv, Zaporizhzhia, Bazal’tove, Kryvyi Rih, Sevastopol, Mykolaiv, Mariupol, Luhansk, Vinnytsia, Makiivka, Simferopol, Chernihiv, Poltava, Kherson, Khmelnytskyi, Cherkasy, Sumy, Chernivtsi, Zhytomyr, Horlivka, Rivne, Ivano-Frankivsk, Kropyvnytskyi, Kamianske, Ternopil, Kremenchuk, Lutsk, Bila Tserkva, Sievierodonetsk, Kerch, Melitopol, Kramatorsk, Khrustalnyi, Uzhhorod, Sloviansk, Brovary, Yevpatoriia, Berdiansk, Alchevsk, Nikopol, Pavlohrad, Kamianets-Podilskyi, Lysychansk, Dovzhansk, Mukacheve, Konotop, Oleksandriia, Uman, Krasnyi Luch, Yenakiieve, Yalta, Shostka, Stakhanov, Drohobych, Berdychiv, Kostiantynivka, Bakhmut, Izmail, Novomoskovsk, Fedosiia, Kovel, Smila, Chervonohrad, Pokrovsk, Pervomaisk, Boryspil, Korosten, Kolomyia, Rubizhne, Khartsyzk, Druzhkivka, Chornomorsk, Bilhorod-Dnistrovskyi, Irpin, Chystiakove, Stryi, Novohrad-Volynskyi, Lozova, Pryluky, Antratsyt, Enerhodar, Horishni Plavni, Myrnohrad, Novovolynsk, Shakhtarsk, Okhtyrka, Snizhne, Rovenky, Fastiv, Lubny, Svitlovodsk, Nova Kakhovka, Brianka, Marhanets, Krasnodon, Zhovti Vody, Varash, Romny, Myrhorod, Podilsk, Vyshneve, Yuzhnoukrainsk, Pervomaisk, Dzhankoi, Vasylkiv, Dubno, Pokrov, Boryslav, Bucha, Netishyn, Holubivske, Kakhovka, Boyarka, Yasynuvata, Voznesensk, Slavuta, Sambir, Toretsk, Starokostiantyniv, Zhmerynka, Hlukhiv, Obukhiv, Chuhuiv, Yuzhne, Kostopil, Novoyavorovskoye, Mohyliv-Podilskyi, Vyshhorod, Alushta, Synelnykove, Tokmak, Chortkiv, Pervomaiskyi, Balakliia, Novyi Rozdil, Sarny, Truskavets, Dobropillia, Khrestivka, Khust, Zolotonosha, Kupiansk, Pershotravensk, Pereyaslav-Khmel’nyts’kyy, Ternivka, Khmilnyk, Bakhchysarai, Kirovsk, Sofiyivs’ka Borshchahivka, Perevalsk, Haisyn, Yany Kapu, Vynohradiv, Malyn, Slavutych, Oleshky, Zdolbuniv, Armiansk, Saky, Lebedyn, Debaltseve, Korostyshiv, Zolochiv, Selydove, Kaniv, Brody, Pesochin, Berehove, Molodohvardiisk, Znamianka, Dokuchaievsk, Hadyach, Nadvirna, Ladyzhyn, Lyman, Koziatyn, Krolevets, Vilnohirsk, Volnovakha, Merefa, Bilohorodka, Sukhodilsk, Sokal, Liubotyn, Dolyna, Kremenets, Popasna, Stebnyk, Polonne, Krasnohrad, Trostyanets’, Yahotyn, Okhmalynka, Balta, Dolynska, Henichesk, Pidhorodne, Starobilsk, Kiliia, Kivsharivka, Kalynivka, Bakhmach, Kreminna, Svatove, Amvrosiivka, Korsun-Shevchenkivskyi, Krasyliv, Volochysk, Kurakhove, Piatykhatky, Polohy, Zuhres, Pelahiivka, Dniprorudne, Reni, Rozdilna, Derhachi, Bolhrad, Skadovsk, Berezhany, Zvenyhorodka, Svalyava, Iziaslav, Vatutine, Sudak, Shpola, Horodok, Berezan, Bilohirsk, Novoukrainka, Yuvileine, Hostomel, Horodok, Ukrainka, Chornobaivka, Dunaivtsi, Skvyra, Taromske, Vynnyky, Ostroh, Rakhiv, Verkhnodniprovsk, Ilovaisk, Bar, Ovruch, Chervonopartyzansk, Pokotylivka, Novopskov, Dymka, Pustomyty, Tysmenytsia, Teplohirsk, Khotyn, Velykyi Bychkiv, Smoline, Reshetylivka, Hlyboka, Kalanchak, Pohrebyshche, Obukhivka, Irshava, Stryzhavka, Bilenke, Hurzuf, Horodenka, Hirske, Marinka