Podil, Kyiv

#158 among attractions in Kyiv

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The Podilskyi District is an urban district of Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine. Its population was 177,563 at the 2001 census. The district takes its name from the historic Podil neighborhood which it includes within its boundaries. ()

Local name: Подільський район Established: 1921 (104 years ago)Area: 13.14 mi²Coordinates: 50°28'9"N, 30°30'60"E

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Поділ (Podil)Kyiv Ukraine

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Podil – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Andriyivskyy Descent, St Andrew's Church, Mikhail Bulgakov Museum, Kyiv River Port.

0.6 miS
Historic street with picturesque views
Andriyivskyy Descent, Kyiv
17 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kyiv, Andriyivskyy Descent stands as a vibrant shopping district and a cultural treasure trove, attracting both tourists and locals with its unique charm. This historic cobblestone street, winding down from the upper city to the Podil district...
0.7 miS
Green onion-domed Orthodox church
St Andrew's Church, Kyiv
18 min walk • St. Andrew's Church, perched atop a picturesque hill in the historic city of Kyiv, Ukraine, is not just a place of worship but also a museum that reflects the rich cultural tapestry of the region. This striking example of Baroque architecture, with its vibrant blue...
0.6 miS
Museum of the writer's life and work
Mikhail Bulgakov Museum, Kyiv
15 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kyiv, Ukraine, the Mikhail Bulgakov Museum stands as a tribute to the renowned Russian writer and playwright, best known for his masterpiece "The Master and Margarita." This literary museum is housed in Bulgakov's former home, a charming...
0.8 miSE
Harbor, Boat rental, Boat tours
Kyiv River Port, Kyiv
22 min walk • Nestled along the Dnieper River, the Kyiv River Port serves as a vital artery for the bustling city of Kyiv, Ukraine. This river port is not just a hub for transportation and commerce but also an intriguing destination for tourists seeking to experience the city from a...
0.8 miS
Church, Architecture, Historical place
Church of the Tithes, Kyiv
20 min walk • The Church of the Tithes or Church of the Dormition of the Virgin was the first stone church in Kyiv. Originally it was built by the order of Grand Prince Vladimir the Great between 989 and 996 by Byzantine and local workers at the site of death of martyrs Theodor the Varangian and his son Johann.
0.7 miS
Museum, History museum
National Museum of the History of Ukraine, Kyiv
19 min walk • The National Museum of the History of Ukraine illustrates Ukraine's history from ancient times till nowadays. It is one of the leading museums in Ukraine. It holds about 800 000 items in its collection, approximately 22 000 exhibits on permanent display.
0.5 miS
Museum, History museum, Art Nouveau architecture
One Street Museum, Kyiv
13 min walk • The One Street Museum is a museum on Andriyivskyy Descent in Kyiv, Ukraine. It houses many of the historic items of the descent, containing more than 7000 exhibits.
~1040 ftS
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Ukrainian National Chernobyl Museum, Kyiv
6 min walk • The Ukrainian National Chernobyl Museum is a history museum in Kyiv, Ukraine, dedicated to the 1986 Chernobyl disaster and its consequences.
0.4 miS
Church
Pyrohoshcha Church, Kyiv
11 min walk • The Pyrohoshcha Dormition of the Mother of God Church or simply Pyrohoshcha Church is an Orthodox church in Kyiv in the historical neighbourhood Podil. The original church was built in 1130s by the Mstyslav I the Great of Kyiv.
~1860 ftS
Memorial, Monuments and statues
Fountain of Samson, Kyiv
9 min walk • The Fountain of Samson or Felitsiyal is a Ukrainian Baroque fountain in the Podil raion of Kyiv. It was constructed in the 18th Century, later demolished in 1934 or 1935, and rebuilt in 1981.
~1120 ftNW
Synagogue
Great Choral Synagogue, Kyiv
6 min walk • The Great Choral Synagogue of Kyiv, also known as the Podil Synagogue or the Rozenberg Synagogue, is the oldest synagogue in Kyiv, Ukraine.

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Which popular attractions are close to Podil?

Nearby attractions include Ukrainian National Chernobyl Museum, Kyiv (6 min walk), Great Choral Synagogue, Kyiv (6 min walk), Contracts House, Kyiv (7 min walk), Muzej Nacionalnogo universitetu Kievo-Mogilanska akademia, Kyiv (8 min walk).

How to get to Podil by public transport?

The nearest stations to Podil:

Bus

вул. Волоська • Lines: А53 (1 min walk)
Верхній Вал • Lines: А53 (4 min walk)

Tram

Verkhniy Val • Lines: 14, 18 (6 min walk)
Nyzhniy Val • Lines: 11, 12, 19 (7 min walk)

Metro

Kontraktova Square • Lines: M2 (7 min walk)
Tarasa Shevchenka • Lines: M2 (17 min walk)

Train

Нижня станція (21 min walk)
Верхня станція (23 min walk)

Trolleybus

Софійська площа • Lines: 16, 18 (27 min walk)