The Kremlin, Nizhny Novgorod

Name: The Kremlin
Address: Minina and Pozharskogo square, Nizhny Novgorod, 603005, Russia
Telephone: +7 831 439-06-96

#1 among attractions in Nizhny Novgorod

Top attraction, Forts and castles

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Perched on the confluence of the Volga and Oka rivers, the Kremlin of Nizhny Novgorod stands as a majestic testament to Russia's storied past. This formidable castle, with its crimson walls and commanding towers, is not just an architectural marvel but a crucial piece of the nation's historical fabric.

Constructed on the orders of Grand Duke Ivan III in the 16th century, the Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin was built as a stronghold against invasions. Its walls, stretching over two kilometers in length and dotted with 13 towers, have withstood the test of time, serving as silent witnesses to the ebb and flow of Russian history.

Today, the Kremlin is the centerpiece of Nizhny Novgorod, offering visitors a chance to step back in time. The site houses government offices, museums, and the magnificent Cathedral of the Archangel Michael, where visitors can immerse themselves in the spiritual and cultural essence of Russia.

Local name: Нижегородский кремль Built: 1508 (516 years ago)Coordinates: 56°19'38"N, 44°0'20"E

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Minina and Pozharskogo squareNizhny Novgorod 603005 Russia

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+7 831 439-06-96

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Day trips

The Kremlin – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Minin and Pozharsky Square, Nativity church, Dmitrievskaya Tower, Rozhdestvenskaya Street.

~150 ftS
Square
Minin and Pozharsky Square, Nizhny Novgorod
1 min walk • Minin and Pozharsky Square, located in the heart of Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, is a historic and cultural landmark that serves as a testament to the city's rich past. This square is named after two Russian national heroes, Kuzma Minin and Prince Dmitry Pozharsky, who...
0.8 miW
Church, Baroque architecture
Nativity church, Nizhny Novgorod
20 min walk • The Nativity Church in Nizhny Novgorod stands as an architectural testament to the city's rich religious history. This sacred site, often referred to as the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, is a prominent feature in the city's skyline, with its majestic bell...
~100 ftS
Tower
Dmitrievskaya Tower, Nizhny Novgorod
1 min walk • The Dmitrievskaya Tower, an iconic structure within the city of Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, stands as a historical beacon and a testament to the city's rich past. Located at the confluence of the Oka and Volga rivers, this tower is one of the remaining parts of the...
0.7 miW
Scenic walking areas, Street
Rozhdestvenskaya Street, Nizhny Novgorod
18 min walk • Rozhdestvenskaya Street – an historic street in Nizhny Novgorod. Is a unique open-air museum, there are only stone houses, the history of the oldest of which dates back to the middle of the 18th century. Officially there are 35 monuments of architecture.
0.5 miSW
Street
Bolshaya Pokrovskaya Street, Nizhny Novgorod
13 min walk • Bolshaya Pokrovskaya Street is the high street in the historical centre of Nizhny Novgorod and one of its oldest streets. Until 1917 it was considered a street for noblemen. Formed as the main street of the city by the end of the 18th century.
0.6 miSW
Synagogue
Nizhny Novgorod Synagogue, Nizhny Novgorod
17 min walk • The Nizhny Novgorod Synagogue serves the Jewish community of the Russian city of Nizhny Novgorod, which currently numbers over 10,000 people. It is located at 5a Gruzinskaya Street.
0.6 miSW
Museum
Domik Kasirina, Nizhny Novgorod
16 min walk • Kashirin's House is a museum located in Nizhny Novgorod, Poshtovoye conezd, 21, in the house of M. Gorky's maternal grandfather. Object of cultural heritage of the peoples of the Russian Federation of federal importance.
0.5 miS
Concerts and shows, Theater
Komedia, Nizhny Novgorod
13 min walk • There are several theaters in Nizhny Novgorod Among them there are three academic theaters, comedy theaters, young audience theaters, etc: Nizhny Novgorod State Academic Drama Theatre named after M.
~1770 ftNW
Church, Eclectic architecture
Cerkov Rozdestva Ioana Predteci, Nizhny Novgorod
9 min walk • The Church of St. John the Baptist is one of the oldest Orthodox churches in Nizhny Novgorod, mentioned from the 15th century. The stone church was consecrated in 1683, again on November 4, 2005.
~1330 ftS
Museum, History museum, Art museum
Russkij muzej fotografii, Nizhny Novgorod
7 min walk • The Russian Museum of Photography in Nizhny Novgorod is a municipal cultural institution of Nizhny Novgorod. The museum has an extensive collection of photographic equipment, photographic literature, photographs of the XIX-XX centuries.
0.8 miSE
Eclectic architecture
Nizegorodskij ostrog, Nizhny Novgorod
21 min walk • Nizhny Novgorod Ostrog is a former prison in the historic center of Nizhny Novgorod. The ostrog is a complex of a prison and an administrative building. It was built in the form of a rectangle with four towers in the corners.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is The Kremlin open?

The Kremlin is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to The Kremlin?

Nearby attractions include Dmitrievskaya Tower, Nizhny Novgorod (1 min walk), Minin and Pozharsky Square, Nizhny Novgorod (1 min walk), Aleksandr Suvorov Ship, Nizhny Novgorod (6 min walk), Pamatnik N.A. Dobrolubovu, Nizhny Novgorod (7 min walk).

How to get to The Kremlin by public transport?

The nearest stations to The Kremlin:

Bus

площадь Минина и Пожарского • Lines: 1, 19, 3, 40, 45, 52, 58, 61, 64, 68, 71, 90, 92, 95, т24, т31, т40, т45, т70, т74, т91, т97 (1 min walk)
Катер Герой • Lines: 5, т87 (9 min walk)

Tram

Чёрный Пруд • Lines: 1, 11, 2, 21 (6 min walk)
Речное училище • Lines: 2 (9 min walk)

Metro

Gorkovskaya • Lines: 1 (27 min walk)