Location: Nizhny Novgorod
Top Things to do in Nizhny Novgorod
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The 10 Best Free Things to do in Nizhny Novgorod, Volga District
There are hundreds of historical monuments and features in Nizhny Novgorod, each more beautiful and unique than the last. A red brick kremlin, stone cathedrals, a futuristic planetarium, medieval monasteries, a hyperboloid tower... Nizhny Novgorod seems to be a mashup of cultures, eras and technologies that all miraculously work in harmony to create an endearing urban landscape.
Restaurants in Nizhny Novgorod
1. Church of Nativity of Most Holy Mother of God
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 284 reviews
Reviewed By alexey2612 - Moscow, Russia
This Church is commonly known as Stroganoff Church. Officially it is called the Church of the Nativity. But everyone calls it by the name of its funders - the rich family of Stroganoff (French style spelling). The church was visited by Peter the Great himself. In the Soviet times it was planned to be demolished. Saved by the last priest who served here before the Revolution, who persuaded the government to preserve it for the art sake. So it became the museum of atheism, and the priest - its director, his deputy - a guard. Such a twist of history.
2. Pechersky Ascension Monastery
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5.0 based on 190 reviews
Reviewed By alexey2612 - Moscow, Russia
The monastery is situated in a low bank of the Volga river. I came here by public transportation. It can be seen from the cable-car. The monastery was founded in 14 th century by monks from Kiev Pechora monastery. They settled several miles away from the Nizhni Novgorod Kremlin. Now it is almost in the city center. In 2013 the monument to Alexander II was unveiled who visited the monastery in 1858. I enjoyed the atmosphere of this place.
3. Cathedral of St. Alexander Nevskiy
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5.0 based on 317 reviews
The cathedral was built in honor of Alexander II, who visited Nizhny Novgorod during the International industrial artistic exhibition that was held in Nizhny Novgorod in 1896.
Reviewed By shmeva44 - Moscow, Russia
I'm not a fan of the exterior color, but the inside of this church is beautiful. Wood iconostases. Beautiful painting all over the interior.
4. Fedorovsky Embankment
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5.0 based on 582 reviews
Reviewed By kkgreen269 - Moscow, Russia
This is one of the best places to observe sunsets in the city. The amazing view on the two rivers and the “Strelka”, when Oka becames to Volga. Also you could see all down districts of the city with football stadium, Alexander Nevsky cathedral and “Yarmarka” (old fair’s building).
5. State Bank
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5.0 based on 315 reviews
Reviewed By 773nicholasn - Copenhagen, Denmark
Although I couldn't get into the bank I found the facade of the building quite impressive. Definitely worth seeing.
6. Michael the Archangel Cathedral
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4.5 based on 65 reviews
The oldest church in the city, this cathedral was built in 1631 to honor the people of Nizhni Novgorod who saved Russia from Polish invaders in the early 1600s.
7. Chkalov Staircase
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4.5 based on 1,340 reviews
The top of this massive staircase behind the Chkalov Monument offers a great view of the Volga River.
Reviewed By shmeva44 - Moscow, Russia
A giant set of stairs, named for a soviet test pilot, whose statue is at the top. A great workout if you're climbing up
8. Pozharsky and Minin Square
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4.5 based on 150 reviews
The venue for all the big events and festivals that take place in the city, this picturesque square is particularly beautiful when lit up at night.
9. Chkalov Monument
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4.5 based on 454 reviews
This statue monument honors Valerii Chkalov, the first aviator to fly to the North Pole.
Reviewed By vodkatrain_1001Trips - Frankfurt, Germany
This is a very nice and historic monument, beside the big challenge this pilot did manage, it also reminds about the better times when Russia and USA/Canada were still friends.
10. Bolshaia Pokrovskaia Street
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4.5 based on 1,322 reviews
Reviewed By abrogers2001 - Perth, Australia
The town was definitely cleaned up for the Soccer World Cup and nowhere more so than this street. It features everything from small bars and cafes, to luxury designer shops. There are quite a few places to buy souvenirs if that is your thing, but in any case it is an exciting place to stroll on a Saturday evening. One thing that hasn’t adjusted since the World Cup are the prices, so go somewhere else if you want better value. The street leads straight through many of the main tourist attractions and is the commercial hub of the city. There is a lot of street art and some signs in English.
