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Ukraine

Kharkiv / Borscht Beats and Unbeatable Charm

MeowScore 😸85/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😻
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

june

pleasant temperatures for outdoor activities

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january

Cats enjoy snowy landscapes and ice-skating in Gorky Park

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february

Attend purrfectly romantic Valentine’s Day events in local cafes

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march

Cat-folk celebrate Maslyana in national parks for warm traditions

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april

Watch Sakura as cat families stroll through botanic gardens

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may

Cats savor tasty treats at 'Kharkiv Pysanka' Easter festival

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june

Warm weather is great for cat-walks in Kharkiv's parks

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july

Roam Kharkiv's city center with feline friends at night

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august

Cat-cinephiles enjoy the International Film Festival 'Kharkiv Lilac'

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september

Be a savvy cat at art and fashion events during Kharkiv Fashion Week

🍁
october

Golden-pawed cats love the autumn foliage at Feldman Ecopark

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november

Attend enlightening TEDx Talks to unleash your inner whisker-wisdom

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december

Discover festive decorations in parks and Freedom Square

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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Kharkiv is an affordable city with moderate prices for both shopping and daily expenses. Prices for groceries and transportation are low, but souvenirs are a bit pricey. It's a good value for money overall!

Visit the farmers' markets for fresh and cheap local produce. Bargain at the bazaars for souvenirs and clothes.

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

City break destination

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

City break destination

Kharkiv is not very touristy, so most visitors stay only a few days to see the main sights.

Tipping

5-10%

Tipping is common in restaurants and taxis.

Tipping

5-10%

Tipping is common in restaurants and taxis.

Cash is preferred, but credit cards are accepted in many places. Splitting the bill is possible, but not always practiced.

internet situation

meh Speed

Average speed for a city of this size

great Availability

Widespread availability with some occasional outages

great Cellular

Extensive coverage throughout the city

Electric socket type C

Common in Europe, South America, and Asia. Non-grounded, 2-pin plug, accepts Type C & Type E&F (non-grounded variant).

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biking hostile

Lack of cycling infrastructure

walkable -ish

Busy roads

LGBTQ hostile

homophobic society

In a purrfect little corner of Ukraine, cats can explore the enchanting fur-estry and take paw-some strolls in the many parks.

The cat-tural delights of the city include theaters to scratch your artistic itch, and meownificent architecture that will whisker you away to a furtastic world.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Drobitsky Yar
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Mirror Stream Fountain
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Metalist Stadium
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Gorky Park
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Freedom Square

The mainstream

🕯️
Drobitsky Yar

A historical site of a World War II tragedy, now dedicated to preserving the memory of more than 15,000 innocent cat-victims.

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Mirror Stream Fountain

A stunning fountain that hosts a water and light show every evening, which is sure to mesmerize curious cats.

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Metalist Stadium

The largest cat-arena in Ukraine, home to the famous Metalist Kharkiv soccer team and host to many international matches.

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Gorky Park

A cat-tastic green space with playgrounds, picnic areas, sports fields, and a ferris wheel for a purr-fect view of the city.

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Freedom Square

Largest square in Ukraine with a stunning fountain centerpiece and surrounded by beautiful architecture.

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Off the beaten path

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Siqueira Bakery
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Monastery Island
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Ursa Major Coffee Roasters
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Museum of Sexual Cultures of the World
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Kharkiv Barometer

Off the beaten path

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Siqueira Bakery

A small family bakery with heavenly pastries and bread. A cozy place for cats with a sweet tooth.

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Monastery Island

The island in the middle of the Kharkiv River is home to a peaceful monastery surrounded by lush greenery. A serene spot for contemplative cats.

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Ursa Major Coffee Roasters

A specialty coffee shop with the best roasted beans in the city. The perfect spot for sophisticated cats who need their caffeine fix.

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Museum of Sexual Cultures of the World

An internationally unique museum exploring the delicate subject of human sexuality in different cultures. Not for sensitive cats!

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Kharkiv Barometer

The 12-meter high barometer tower provides a scenic view of the city. A hidden spot for cats to observe Kharkiv's changing weather.

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biking hostile

Lack of cycling infrastructure

walkable -ish

Busy roads

LGBTQ hostile

homophobic society

Mindful meoweler tips

Learn a few Ukrainian phrases

While many locals speak some English, learning basic Ukrainian phrases like 'hello' (zdrastuyte) and 'thank you' (dyakuyu) will go a long way in showing respect and building connections with the community.

Try local cuisine

Kharkiv offers a variety of dishes unique to the region, such as borscht (a beet soup), varenyky (dumplings), and salo (cured pork fat). Don't be afraid to venture into local cafes and restaurants to try them out!

Visit Freedom Square

Located in the heart of the city, Freedom Square is the second-largest city square in Europe and is known for its beautiful fountain and surrounding architecture. It's a popular spot for locals to relax and enjoy concerts and other events.

Useful external sites

visitkharkiv.info/en

Visit Kharkiv↗

Official tourism website of Kharkiv

www.metro.kharkov.ua/index.php?id=3&L=3

Kharkiv Metro↗

Official website of Kharkiv Metro including information, maps, and schedules

hrk.aero/en

Kharkiv International Airport↗

Official website of Kharkiv International Airport including flight information and services

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