Afanasivsʹkyy Yar

Kyiv

Lviv is a city in western Ukraine, but you can find their amazing chocolate in cafes/stores like this around the country. Take a seat in the café and sample the drinking chocolate (the thicker the better!!) or buy truffles, chocolate bars, or some other tasty treat from the glass counter at the entrance. This location is open from 1000 to 2200.
Lviv is a city in western Ukraine, but you can find their amazing chocolate in cafes/stores like this around the country. Take a seat in the café and sample the drinking chocolate (the thicker the better!!) or buy truffles, chocolate bars, or some other tasty treat from the glass counter at the entrance. This location is open from 1000 to 2200.
This is a cheburek. It's very thin fried dough with meat and sour cream and maybe some greens spread in the middle. I'm not a huge fan of friend dough, so I'd rather go with the shwarma offered by this little café, but I had to give cheburek a try since I'd never heard of it before! This tiny café has a small bar and a handful of tables with bench seats and chairs tucked into its corner location. Or, you can get your food to go.
St. Georgia: Georgian street food. This was a first for me and I loved it. Here they prepare a Georgian specialty called khachapuri. These meat and cheese wraps are similar to a gyro or dönör except the ingredients are baked inside the bread. Order whatever is freshest. My personal favorite is pictured here with chicken and cheese. Make sure to ask for the additional Georgian sauce called tkemali. It’s made from plums, herbs and spices. Ketchup would be the closest thing I could compare it to but it’s much better. For around $1.50 - $2 these are another great deal in Kiev. Highly recommended. For more of my favorite street food finds in Kiev and all over Europe check out: http://www.camescapes.com/street-food-in-kiev-ukraine/ #streetfood #Kiev #Ukraine

Popular places to visit

The Saint Vladimir Cathedral has a warm and beautiful interior.

Khreshchatyk Street

During your trip to Kyiv, you can do some window-shopping at Khreshchatyk Street. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Khreshchatyk Street
I wouldn't guess that this place is so vivid with buskers :)

Golden Gate

Learn about the local history of Kyiv with a stop at Golden Gate. Discover the museums and cathedral in this culturally rich area.

Golden Gate
Based on at St Sophia in Istanbul

Saint Sophia's Cathedral

You can study the exhibits at Saint Sophia's Cathedral, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Kyiv. Experience the museums and art scene in this culturally rich area.

Saint Sophia's Cathedral
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Kyiv Pechersk Lavra

You can learn about the history of Kyiv with a visit to Kyiv Pechersk Lavra. Experience the museums and art scene in this culturally rich area.

Kyiv Pechersk Lavra
St. Andrew's Church in Kiev - an Orthodox church in honor of the Apostle Andrew the First-Called; It was built in the Baroque style by the architect Bartolomeo Rastrelli in 1754 on St. Andrew’s Mountain. It is located on the steep right bank of the Dnieper, above the historical part of the city - Podol.

St. Andrew's Church

Learn about the local history of Kyiv when you take a trip to St. Andrew's Church. Experience the museums and art scene in this culturally rich area.

St. Andrew's Church

St. Volodymyr's Cathedral

Learn about the local history of Kyiv with a stop at St. Volodymyr's Cathedral. Discover the museums and cathedral in this culturally rich area.

St. Volodymyr's Cathedral

Top hotels in Afanasivsʹkyy Yar

Opera Hotel

Opera Hotel

4.5 out of 5
53, B. Khmelnitskogo str. Kyiv
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Cityhotel

Cityhotel

4 out of 5
Bohdan Khmelnitskiy Str., 56A Kyiv
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11 Mirrors Design Hotel

11 Mirrors Design Hotel

3.5 out of 5
34A, Bogdana Khmelnytskogo street Kyiv
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Kyiv. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ukrainian National Opera House and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (489 reviews)
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Had the best hotel experience ever. The staff Kate, Alex and the rest of the crew were amazing and top notch with perfect english. They were very helpful. Breakfast was delicious. The room spacious, functional and comfortable. The location is great! Plan on visiting again!!

Reviewed on Sep 6, 2025

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Hilton Kyiv

Hilton Kyiv

5 out of 5
30 Tarasa Shevchenka Blvd. Kyiv
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Senator City Center

Senator City Center

4 out of 5
6 Pyrohova Street Kyiv
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Kyiv. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and a business center. Popular attractions Chopin Monument and Taras ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (150 reviews)
Great place to stay in the heart of Kyiv
Lovely clean hotel with very friendly, helpful staff. The apartment was nice and spacious. I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again. Thank you

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Maidan Palace Hotel

Maidan Palace Hotel

4.5 out of 5
14, Khreschatyk street Kyiv
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kyiv. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a nightclub. Popular attractions Independence Square and Architect Horodetsky Monument ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (67 reviews)
We liked everything !!! Stuff is amazing, rooms are clean hotel is in very convenient location!!! Most important people who working there are amazing

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around Afanasivsʹkyy Yar

I wouldn't guess that this place is so vivid with buskers :)

Zoloti Vorota

While visiting Zoloti Vorota, you might make a stop by sights like Ukrainian National Opera House and Golden Gate.

Zoloti Vorota
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Verkhnie Misto

If you're spending some time in Verkhnie Misto, Bohdan Khmelnytsky Statue and Saint Sophia's Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.

Verkhnie Misto
The Saint Vladimir Cathedral has a warm and beautiful interior.

Khreshchatyy Yar

While visiting Khreshchatyy Yar, you might make a stop by sights like Center of all Pointers of Ukraine and Independence Square.

Khreshchatyy Yar
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Besarabka

While visiting Besarabka, you might make a stop by sights like Khreshchatyk Street and Besarabsky Market.

Besarabka
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Lypky

If you're spending some time in Lypky, House of the Weeping Widow and Verkhovna Rada are top sights worth seeing.

Lypky
I wish the flowers were in front of the statue, not behind.

Podil

Unique features of Podil include the historic sites and art galleries. Make a stop by Chornobyl Museum or Kontraktova Square while you're exploring the area.

Podil

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