Kiev Vacation Ideas | Must-Try Summer Activities in Kiev

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Make your summer vacation in Kiev Ukraine even more memorable by learning what summer activities you shouldn’t miss out on.

Kiev Ukraine is one of the premier tourist destinations in Eastern Europe. While it may not get the same recognition and prestige as Paris or Venice, the city has just as much charm and excitement to offer. It has everything you could look for in a European city. Great architecture: Check. Massive parks: Check. Fine restaurants: Check. Picturesque natural reserves: Check.

Without a doubt, Ukraine capital city has everything Europe has to offer, and then some. If you are interested in visiting, the most ideal time to go would be summertime. The city just comes alive during this season. Aside from exploring the sights and sounds, you could also attend a few music festivals.

If you want some concrete ideas, here’s a list of things to do in Kiev during summer:

  • Attend Holi Fest
    This is one of the most anticipated upcoming events in Kiev. Get to see great performances from the world’s best electronic DJs. Aside from great music, watch as parkour masters achieve great feats of agility and dexterity. And if you have a competitive streak, you can compete with fellow festival goers in a few games. Join this festival to truly experience a one-of-a-kind Kiev nightlife.
  • Hop on a quad bike
    Kiev is more than just an urban metropolis. Not many people know that within the city center you can find some terrain you can explore. But instead of going for the usual outdoor activities, such as hiking or trekking, why not step it up a notch by riding a quad bike. Not only do you get to experience Kiev’s outdoors in a different way but also scratch your adventure itch.
  • Watch the sunset at one of its parks
    The sunrise and sunsets in Kiev are something else, especially in the summer. But if you don’t want to wake up early, then enjoy watching the sunset while in one of the city’s parks. While enjoying the view, you can have a picnic and sample some tasty Ukrainian dishes and treats. You can even make a date out of this activity.
  • Explore Trukhaniv Island
    This is one of the city’s most well-known summer destinations. Located along the Dnieper River, this picturesque island has some challenging nature trails and a stretch of long sandy beach. Whether you simply want to relax or prefer something more adventurous, Trukhaniv Island has plenty to offer.
  • Head to the top of Motherland Monument
    The Motherland Monument is one of the city’s most distinct landmarks. It is a large, stainless steel statue that commemorates Ukraine’s victory over Nazi Germany. Once you reach the statue, you can take an elevator ride to the top and get a gorgeous panoramic view of the city.

In short, you could never run out of summer vacation ideas while staying in Kiev. But in order to truly appreciate all the city has to offer, why not explore it with the right woman—the right Ukrainian woman to be exact. Join one of our singles tours and get a chance to explore this gem of a city in the company of Ukrainian beauties.

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