Two Arsenals Tour

Pechersk feels polished, but the area changes every few steps: old churches, Arsenal’s military past turned into a food hall and Soviet modernism in between. Want to see the real version of this district? Take the walk.

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About tour

How did the Arsenal become the most famous weapons factory in Kyiv
Where was the first red light district in Kyiv?
Where to find an airplane house in Pechersk district?
How did the Arsenal uprising help the Bolsheviks take the city faster?
How is the Greek revolution tied to a quiet street in Kyiv?
What is the myth of the Great Patriotic War?
What’s the story of a corn-like futuristic hotel near Arsenalna and what could it look like?
Hunger as a weapon: how was resistance punished?

3 hours

100%

From 5000 *

*The price may vary depending on the number of people

Tour highlights

Arsenal’s past & present
The history of a military factory turned into cafés and a food hall.

Soviet modernism
Modernist buildings that still shape the district’s skyline.

Above the city
A quiet spot with open views of the Dnipro and the left bank.

Voices of the past
Where WWII history meets the story of the Holodomor.

Reviews

Danica

USA

If you are visiting or moving to Kyiv, a tour (or three!) with Alina is a must. Yes, she knows her stuff, and she goes above and beyond with interesting anecdotes, recommendations and more. I feel more knowledgeable than most locals after my time with her.

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Simona

USA

I’ve gone to two tours with Alina (Kyiv backyards and Kyiv metro) and loved both of them! Alina is a really great guide - she gives you lots of interesting facts, but does not overload you with dates and details. The cadence of the tours is perfect - they’re relaxed, not rushed, but not too slow either. She keeps the groups small, so you can actually get to know the people you’re touring with. Looking forward to other walking tours with Alina!

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Sandis

Latvia

Kyiv is awesome for real! Alinka's tour was awesome! I feel in love with Kyiv 🙂 She showed me places and equipped me with the know-how of the local what made me want to dive deeper!

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Helen

England

I have done several tours with Alina. She is an amazing guide - prepared, interested, friendly & with outstanding English.

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Adelasia

Italy

Alina took us through the hidden courtyards of Kyiv, telling us the story of the city and how its architecture developed in the last century, leaving trace in some of the decaying buildings. Highly recommend.

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