Pecherskyi District, Kyiv

Name: Pecherskyi District
Address: Kyiv, Ukraine

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Pecherskyi District is an urban district of Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine. It lies within the eponymous historical neighborhood, while also including some other historical areas. The Pechersk neighborhood is located on the hills adjoining the right bank of the Dnieper. These two geographical entities are often confused with each other. The Pecherskyi District can be considered to be the very heart of Ukraine. ()

Alternative names: Area: 10.42 mi²Coordinates: 50°25'38"N, 30°32'53"E

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Печерськ (Pecersk)Kyiv Ukraine

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Nearby attractions include: Mystetskyi Arsenal, Dormition Cathedral, National Museum of the History of Ukraine in the Second World War, Hryshko National Botanical Garden.

0.6 miNE
Museum, Architecture, Art gallery
Mystetskyi Arsenal, Kyiv
16 min walk • Mystetskyi Arsenal, a cultural and museum complex, stands as a beacon of art and history in the heart of Kyiv, Ukraine. Housed in a monumental 18th-century fortress, this former armory has been transformed into one of the country's most significant and expansive...
0.7 miNE
Landmark monastery and cave system
Dormition Cathedral, Kyiv
18 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine, stands the Dormition Cathedral, a monument steeped in historical and spiritual significance. This architectural gem, located within the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra monastery complex, is a testament to the religious devotion...
0.7 miE
Monumental sculpture and WWII artifacts
National Museum of the History of Ukraine in the Second World War, Kyiv
18 min walk • The National Museum of the History of Ukraine in the Second World War is a memorial complex that stands as a testament to the resilience and fortitude of the Ukrainian people during one of history's most tumultuous periods.
1.1 miSE
Major plant collections in vast gardens
Hryshko National Botanical Garden, Kyiv
29 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Kyiv, the Hryshko National Botanical Garden offers a serene oasis of natural beauty and tranquility. This verdant paradise, sprawling over 130 hectares, is not just a park but a scientific-research institution affiliated with the...
0.8 miN
Museum on genocidal Unkrainian famines
National Museum of the Holodomor-Genocide, Kyiv
21 min walk • The National Museum of the Holodomor-Genocide stands as a poignant testament to one of the darkest chapters in Ukrainian history. Located in the capital city of Kyiv, this somber museum is dedicated to the memory of the millions of Ukrainians who perished during the...
0.7 miE
Memorial
Motherland Monument, Kyiv
17 min walk • The Motherland Monument is a towering symbol of strength and resilience in the city of Kyiv, Ukraine. This grandiose statue, part of the National Museum of the History of Ukraine in the Second World War, stands at an impressive 102 meters, including its base, making it...
0.9 miNE
Park
Park of Eternal Glory, Kyiv
23 min walk • In the heart of Kyiv, Ukraine, lies the Park of Eternal Glory, a tranquil oasis steeped in history and remembrance. This verdant space offers residents and visitors alike a place for reflection amidst the bustling city life.
0.7 miNE
Monastery
Near Caves, Kyiv
19 min walk • The Near Caves of Kyiv, part of the historic Kyiv Pechersk Lavra monastery complex, offer a profound glimpse into Ukraine's spiritual and cultural heritage. This Eastern Orthodox Christian monastery, established in the 11th century, is a revered site nestled on the...
1.1 miSE
Hilltop 11th-century Orthodox monastery
Vydubychi Monastery, Kyiv
29 min walk • Nestled within the verdant hills of Kyiv, the Vydubychi Monastery stands as a serene testament to the spiritual history of Ukraine. This Orthodox Christian monastery, dating back to the 11th century, is not only a place of worship but also a cultural and historical...
0.5 miNE
Museum, Art museum
Ivan Honchar Museum, Kyiv
14 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kyiv, the capital city of Ukraine, the Ivan Honchar Museum stands as a bastion of Ukrainian culture and heritage. This unique museum, named after the prominent Ukrainian folklorist and artist Ivan Makarovych Honchar, is dedicated to preserving...
1.1 miSE
Church
Trinity Monastery of St. Jonas, Kyiv
27 min walk • The Trinity Monastery of St. Jonas is a Ukrainian Orthodox monastery in the Kyivan neighbourhood of Zvirynets, a short distance from the medieval Vydubychi Monastery. It was Jonas, a Vydubychi hegumen, who founded this monastery in 1864.

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Which popular attractions are close to Pecherskyi District?

Nearby attractions include Afghanistan War Memorial, Kyiv (13 min walk), Ivan Honchar Museum, Kyiv (14 min walk), Kyiv National University of Technologies and Design, Kyiv (15 min walk), Mystetskyi Arsenal, Kyiv (16 min walk).

How to get to Pecherskyi District by public transport?

The nearest stations to Pecherskyi District:

Metro

Pecherska • Lines: M3 (8 min walk)
Druzhby Narodiv • Lines: M3 (19 min walk)

Bus

вул. Джона Маккейна • Lines: 801 (10 min walk)
Печерський міст • Lines: 801 (18 min walk)

Trolleybus

Лесі Українки площа • Lines: 14 (10 min walk)
вул. Болсуновська • Lines: 14, Тр91Н (18 min walk)