Location: Irkutsk Oblast
Top Things to do in Irkutsk Oblast
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What to do and see in Irkutsk Oblast, Siberian District: The Best Things to do Good for Big Groups
Irkutsk Oblast (Russian: Ирку́тская о́бласть, Irkutskaya oblast) is a federal subject of Russia (an oblast), located in southeastern Siberia in the basins of the Angara, Lena, and Nizhnyaya Tunguska Rivers. The administrative center is the city of Irkutsk. Population: 2,428,750 (2010 Census).
Restaurants in Irkutsk Oblast
1. 52o17' Travel Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 61 reviews
We run everyday tours around Lake Baikal and welcome everyone to explore endless Siberia!
2. Irkutsk Academic Drama Theater
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 244 reviews
3. Cape Burkhan/Shamanka Rock
4. Hoboy Cape
5. Gallery of V. Bronshteyn
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 179 reviews
Viktor Bronshteyn’s Gallery is the largest gallery in Siberia. You can see the fine art paintings, graphic and sculptural works of not only Siberian artists, but also authors from different regions of Russia and other countries. Permanent exhibition of the well-known artist Dashi Namdakov is the pride of the collection. You can see the unique sculpture “Bird and Tiger” presented in the hall, which is made from lapis lazuli and bronze.
Reviewed By Loblolly8
This gallery is an absolute must for any traveler to Irkutsk. Here you can find the best contemporary art in Irkutsk and probably all of Siberia, with a strong focus on the indigenous Buryat and Evenk artists who explore their own roots with exceptional creativity and up-to-the-minute techniques. The gallery is quite large, offering the opportunity to see several exhibits at once. The staff is very welcoming, and there are opportunities on the premises to relax with refreshments and to buy creative gifts you can't find anywhere else. But the art is the real standout here. If you are curious about the direction of contemporary art in Siberia -- and want to enjoy the outstanding skill of some of its best practitioners -- then you've found the right spot!
6. Landfill Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14 reviews
7. Baikal Vision
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 164 reviews
We are local Baikal Tour Company. We speak English, French, Chinese, and Korean. We will show you all Baikal sights, Baikal cuisine, Baikal culture. We will help you to know what is Irkutsk, Olkhon, Listvyanka, Cape Khoboy, Arshan, Sayny Mountains, Great Baikal Trail, Baikal Circum Railroad, Taltsy and so on. You will taste Baikal omul, Boozy, Hooshoory, Boohleur and meet native Baikal people. P.S. your guide will be one of native Baikal people - Buryats. Just call or write us by email WhatsApp, Viber, Wechat, Telegram
8. Taltsy Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 259 reviews
Architectural-ethnographic Museum "Taltsy" – a unique collection of monuments of history, architecture and Ethnography of XVII–XX centuries.The Museum complex under the open sky attracts visitors with opportunity for direct experience of material and spiritual culture of the peoples of the Baikal region
Reviewed By 267christophere - Cologne, Germany
While staying in Irkutsk I decided to also visit this museum. Getting there and back is somewhat tricky and speaking Russian definitely helps: There are minibusses for the route between Irkutsk and Listvyanka that you can take to the museum. The stop for the museum is just off the highway and there isn't really anything other than the museum here, so you should for sure tell the driver this is where you are headed. Getting back I just stood at the bus stop and stopped the next bus that went past which worked out fine. The museum is really interesting and gives a good overview over the different ethnicities and cultures in the area. Additionally, the nature around the museum is really worth the trip itself... even (or especially) when it is bitter cold like during my visit!
9. Shumak Wilderness Eco Retreat
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
The Retreat is located in a very picturesque and a truly remote valley of the river Shumak at 1600 m above the sea level, 180 km far from Irkutsk (Irkutsk region, Russia), in the Eastern Sayan Mountains (Oka municipal region, the Republic of Buryatia, Russia), 40km far from Mongolia. The Retreat is accessible only by helicopters (1 hour flight from Irkutsk all year round) or by 4 days of rigorous hiking from Nylova Pustyn (Buryatia)available only in the summer time. It is a sustainable facility. The famous Shumak Mineral Springs are located within 5 min walk from the Retreat. It is the only place in Siberia where about 100 mineral springs of different properties, radon and curative mud are found.The Shumak Mineral Water is a special category of mineral water which is effective for treatment of locomotor, cardiovascular, nervous, upper respiratory tract disorders, liver, stomach, endocrinology and metabolism ailments, skin, gynecological and urological diseases and infertility. Untouched nature, healing mineral water and absolute wilderness makes the Retreat your unique destination to experience this sacred place of Siberia!
10. Circum-Baikal Railway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 133 reviews
The steam-train trips on Circum-Baikal Railway introduce you with monuments of engineering art on the shore of Baikal. You will go in comfortable wagon 84 kilometers on the shore of the deepest lake and all day will enjoy landscapes, breath fresh air and make colorful photos on memory. In the time of stops you have unique opportunity to visit cabin of machinist and can do steam-train horn.
