Askold's Grave, Kyiv

Name: Askold's Grave
Address: Паркова дорога, Kyiv, Ukraine

#62 among attractions in Kyiv

Andriy Melenskyi, Cemetery, Historical place, Park

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Facts and practical information

Askold's Grave is a historical park on the steep right bank of the Dnipro River in Kyiv between Mariinskyi Park and the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra complex. ()

Local name: Аскольдова Могила Area: 58.07 acres (0.0907 mi²)Elevation: 581 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 50°26'38"N, 30°33'5"E

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Паркова дорогаПечерськ (Клов)Kyiv Ukraine

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Day trips

Askold's Grave – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mystetskyi Arsenal, Dormition Cathedral, Mariinskyi Palace, National Museum of the Holodomor-Genocide.

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Mariinskyi Palace, Kyiv
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Park
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Collection of Ukrainian and Russian art
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Khreshchatyi Park, Kyiv
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Askold's Grave?

Nearby attractions include Askold Grave Church, Kyiv (1 min walk), Constitution Square, Kyiv (6 min walk), Factory Arsenal, Kyiv (7 min walk), Monument of Eternal Glory at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Kyiv (9 min walk).

How to get to Askold's Grave by public transport?

The nearest stations to Askold's Grave:

Metro

Arsenalna • Lines: M1 (6 min walk)
Dnipro • Lines: M1 (10 min walk)

Trolleybus

Лесі Українки площа • Lines: 14 (33 min walk)