AWESOME THINGS TO DO IN KIEV

1. A Perfect place to pray and mediate is at the St. Cyril’s religious residence.
2. Walk around in the  Green picturesque scenery of Kiev’s gardens.
3. One can learn more at the national Chernobyl museum. The town of Chernobyl is barely four kilometers to the south of the reactor.
4. Purchase beautiful handicrafts at Andriyivsky descent.
5. Ride your bike around Golosiyivsky forest.
6. Another noteable place is St. Sophia’s Cathedral.
7. An absolutely amazing place to visit is the museum of miniatures.
8. Best organic food is available for shopping at Babushka’s bazaar.
9. You can hang out at Sculpture’s alley, also known as the kindest place of Kiev.
10. One can really enjoy the fresh tea on independence square (or Maydan, as known among Ukrainians)

When you are in the Ukrainian capital, Kiev, Please avoid following things.

1. In Kiev city, it is always better to order a car and taxi services by using an online system. This will not only save you time but also avoid any further complications.

2. While traveling in Kiev you can ultilize the help of trams, trolleybuses, and buses .If you do not have a ticket,  you will have to pay an official fine for it.

3. Never consume hard liquor in public places. New patrol police you can easily fine you if you are caught. 

4.. Always try to wear a dress, which is suitable for Kiev culture.

5.. Never display your money in public. You never know who is watching you and what they have in mind.

6. While roaming in the parks or any other deserted places alone after dark, as usual use caution. 

The nightlife in Kiev is extremely different. From joyful dancing and high-quality liquors at the clubs to the amazing tours and romantic sightseeing,  one can select whatever fits your personality. Dive bars & pubs are more economical as compared to night clubs in Kiev.  Some places are ridiculously overpriced and some places are certainly affordable. Arena City is quite famous for nightlife which is near Kiev. Bars, clubs, and restaurants in Arena City are some of the most popular, and best known for their services. The Bar, the Sky Bar, the Burger, the Patio are some of the more known hot spots, as well as Banka bar, Loft bar, Touch cafe, and The Alchemist are famous ones around Arena City. 

Podil is the historic center of Kiev, and one of the favorite districts for tourists. There is not really much of a club scene,but there are many bars. Some notable places like Bora Bora, Disco Radio Hall, Forsage, Indigo, Coyote Ugly, and Saxon are some fun places to enjoy the nightlife in Kiev.
 

1. Ukrainian National Chernobyl Museum:  The gallery's slogan is for "there is a breaking point of bitterness, nervousness has no restrictions." Outside the exhibition hall stands a tank, a rescue vehicle, a fire jeep, and a military jeep. The passageway is a staircase fixed with road signs with the name of each town effected by the disaster. 
2. Standing tall over the Kyiv horizon is the 340-foot tall, stainless steel Soviet Mother Motherland Statue. Initially expected to be much taller, the sword of the statue was cut since it was higher than the cross of the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra, a prestigious Orthodox Christian Monastery. She positions eighteenth on the rundown of the world's tallest statues. For a touch of correlation, The Statue of Liberty positions about 42nd. The statue is a piece of the Museum of the History of Ukraine  from World War II.
3. The brilliant Golden Gate of Kyiv, is a remake of a medieval passage that was the main access point to the capital city from the year1037. In 1982, the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv commemorated the 1,500-year old gate, and has since been seen as one of the major tourist attractions in the city.
4. The historical center of the Great Patriotic War, which is one of the biggest exhibition halls in Ukraine, tells the tale of the German-Soviet War in a brutal and honest manner. The historical center - containing in excess of 300,000 displays- spreads over 25 acres of land on a slope sitting above the Dnieper River. 
5. Arsenalna Metro Station, is the most profound metro station in the world.It lies almost 350 feet (105.5 meters) underneath the city, making it the most unique station on the planet. The station was completed in 1960 and was named after the adjacent Kyiv arsenal factory.
6. Drink beer at the Trolleybus Ticket Historical center! The main Exhibition hall of Trolleybus Ticket is settled in the core of Kiev. It is constantly swarmed with customers, each enjoying their own tasty beverage.

7. You can appreciate the starry sky in Planetarium, Mariyinsky Castle, which was worked at by a Russian sovereign, The royal residence is presently a presidential home. 

7. Fly High Over the Dnipro Stream! A 532-meter-long (1745 feet) and 62 meters (203 ft) over the water trolley has extended from the direction to one side bank of the Dnipro Waterway. Be Flabbergasted at the interesting Historical center of Scythian gold, be awed by the fortunes of the gallery, particularly by the diamond of the gathering.

Top 8 Free Things to Do in Kyiv / Kiev

1  Visit St. Andrew's Church.
2. Take a walk along Andriivskyi Descent.
3. Get tech savvy at iHUB.
4. Feel the student vibe at KPI Tower.
5. Be amazed at PinchukArtCentre.
6. Meet fairytale characters at Landscape Alley.
7. Relax at Mariinsky Park.
8. Make a wish at the Vladislav Gorodetsky monument.

Unique Things to Do in Kyiv

1. Hot air balloon ride: The best way to see the city is to get a bird's eye view. No viewing platform on the ground can offer this. A Hot Air Balloon Ride is a unique format for sightseeing tours around Kyiv and its suburbs.

2. Riding in a vintage car around townr! You can choose DKW (1934), the Soviet elite "Chaika," the first Soviet car made after the Second World War – "Pobieda" or Lincoln Zephyr (1939).

3. Microminiatures Museum: Has a with a rose in human hair, a chessboard on the head of a pin, a map of Australia on half a poppy seed and others at Smallest Things in the World exhibit. 

4. Tank driving lesson: A combat vehicle driving lesson. Ride in an APC (armored personnel carrier), ARPV (armored recognition and patrol vehicle) or T-64 tank.

5. Walk along the underground riverbeds. You can see the city's underground life: labyrinths of dungeons, drainage systems.

6. Kayaking down the Dnipro: take a trip down the Dnipro! Landing on the islands is an opportunity to see non - standard tourist sites. If you want, you can swim, play beach games and have a delicious meal near the fire.

7. Riding a tram to Pushcha - Vodytsia: You can reach Pushcha - Vodytsia, a resort suburb of the Ukrainian capital with lakes and coniferous forest.

Ballooning in Kiev: 

A real thrilling and sensational experience in Kiev. This can be one of the most wonderful, memorable memories of a visiter, and for lovers of natural beauty. A short flight is also available at a height of four hundred meters. This fascinating fun form of travel can accommodate as many as six people in the balloon. A flight period is from half-hour to two hours. Normally, flights are conducted throughout the year. Hot air balloon ride are the best way to see the town from a bird's eye view. No viewing platform on the ground can offer this. A Hot Air Balloon Ride is a unique format for sightseeing tours around Kyiv and its suburbs. Places you can fly includes the following cities: Capital city of Ukraine, White Church, Chernigov, Kamenetz-Podolsk, Lviv, and Kherson. There are flights to different cities, however, it'll cost more. All flights are available at an economical price from 1000 UAH per person.

1. Andriyivsky Uzviz and St Andrew’s Church: Andriyivski Uzviz, also called Kiev’s neighborhood, is one of the oldest and most picturesque places within the city. This snaky, cobbled slope marks the heart of stunning Kiev. This is the place to come for art, crafts, and fun as its steep descent is lined with various art galleries, museums, distinctive souvenirs retailers with ancient Ukrainian goods, with cafes, bars and restaurants.

2. Mother of the Fatherland : One of the biggest and tallest monuments in Kiev (62 meters/ 203 ft). It is part of the Museum of the Great Patriotic War, built to observe the German-Soviet War.

3. .Independence Sq. – additionally called ‘Maidan Nezalezhnosti’: is the central square of Kiev and the place of the Orange Revolution (2004). It is situated on Khreshchatyk Street in the Shevchenko Raion. It’s an enormous open area with fountains, and near the Independence Column, the most famous hotel in Ukraina. 

4. St. Volodymyr’s Cathedral – built in Russian-Byzantine: Sitting Vogue with a yellow exterior and a colorful fresco-filled interior, this seven-domed church may be a good place to experience a Ukrainian Orthodox service. St Volodymyr’s Cathedral is one among the city’s major landmarks and the mother cathedral of the Ukrainian Orthodox church. It was constructed in the late nineteenth century to mark 900 years of Christianity in the country.

5. M.M. Gryshko Central botanical garden: Founded in 1936, this graceful garden houses over 14,000 different kinds of flowers, trees, shrubs, and plants. It is renowned for its arboretum and spring show of lilacs, magnolias, roses, and peonies. It's placed close to the bank of the Dnieper River.

6. St. Sophia’s Cathedral: Dating back to the fantastic times of Kievan Rus, St. Sophia’s Cathedral, with its beautiful Byzantine-style mosaics of Saints and Kings, remains an excellent landmark and one of the most-visited sights in Kiev

7. St Michael’s cloister: St. Michael’s religious residence was built in the early twelfth century, dedicated to the saint of Kiev, Archangel Michael. It is among the oldest monasteries in Kiev. 

8. 8. Kiev Monastery of the Caves is yet another amazing spot to visit.  It is also known as Kiev-Pechersk Lavra and was built around 1000 years ago, acting now as a tomb for over 100 revered monks. It is a religious building and on the list on the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

9. National Opera House of Ukraine: Aas established in 1867, the building is a omantic theatre with a more than 200-year history. This opera house is currently home to the Kiev Opera Company.

1. Ukrainian Matryoshka/Babushka: Handcrafted nesting dolls.
2. Motanky: Ragdolls that are one of the national symbols of Ukraine
3. Handmade lacquered wooden Box: The wood that is used is Birch, a native to Ukraine
4. Chemise: Ukranian Folk Blouse with embroidery 
5.  Lviv Chocolate: From Western Ukraine, it is famous all over the world
6. Jewellery: Wooden Bracelets and Beaded Necklace
7. Matiola Textiles: Handmade embroidery, knitted or cut work on clothes
8. Kylym: The quintessential Ukraninan Rug
9.  Ceramics: Earthenware and ceramics are famous in Ukraine and are beautifully colourful
10. Horilka: A traditional Ukrainian Beverage