Weekend Guide · Ukraine
Weekend in Kharkiv
Kharkiv, Ukraine's second-largest city, served as the Ukrainian SSR's capital from 1919 to 1934 and remains a major center for universities, science, and culture in eastern Ukraine. The city lies close to the Russian border and has experienced sustained shelling and missile strikes since 2022.
2 days recommended Kharkiv, Ukraine
Day 1
Arrive & Explore Kharkiv
Freedom Square
One of the largest city squares in Europe, surrounded by early Soviet constructivist architecture, including the Derzhprom building
Kharkiv Zoo
One of Ukraine's oldest zoos, established in 1895
Mirror Stream Fountain
A well-known fountain in central Kharkiv and a longstanding symbol of the city
Local Tips
- 1Ukraine's currency is the Ukrainian Hryvnia (UAH).
- 2No.