5 Days Exploring Kyiv and Shopping Itinerary

Begin your morning with a visit to the Oleg Antonov State Aviation Museum. This museum houses an impressive collection of aircraft and offers insight into Ukraine's aviation history. Grab breakfast at Milk Bar before heading out.

Afterward, explore the charming streets leading to Richard's Castle, an architectural gem inspired by medieval castles. Have lunch at Musafir, which serves delicious Crimean Tatar cuisine.

Spend your evening at the National Philharmonic of Ukraine enjoying classical music performances in an elegant setting. For dinner, visit BAO Modern Chinese Cuisine for a unique dining experience.

Visit the Pirogovo Open-Air Museum in the morning. This expansive museum showcases traditional Ukrainian village life with authentic buildings and artifacts. Start your day with breakfast at Honey Cafe.

Head over to Mamaeva Sloboda Open-Air Museum in the afternoon to continue exploring Ukrainian culture through its reconstructed Cossack village. Enjoy lunch at Tsarske Selo Restaurant nearby.

In the evening, take a stroll around Independence Square (Maidan Nezalezhnosti), Kyiv's central square known for its historical significance and vibrant atmosphere. Dine at Vino e Cucina for some Italian cuisine.

Start your day with a reflective visit to the Babi Yar Memorial, which commemorates one of WWII's tragic events. Have breakfast at Mimosa Brooklyn Pizza before heading out.

Visit the impressive People’s Friendship Arch in the afternoon, symbolizing unity between nations. Stop by Lviv Handmade Chocolate for some sweet treats afterward.

Conclude your day with an exploration of Kyiv's vibrant shopping scene along Khreshchatyk Street, where you can find both local boutiques and international brands. Have dinner at The Last Barricade (Ostannya Barykada), which offers contemporary Ukrainian dishes.

Begin your final day with a visit to the historic Kiev-Pechersk Lavra, one of Kyiv's most important religious sites featuring ancient caves and beautiful churches. Enjoy breakfast at Zhizn Zamechatelnykh Lyudey (ZZL).

Explore more spiritual heritage by visiting St. Andrew's Church in the afternoon, known for its baroque architecture and stunning views over Kyiv from Andriyivskyy Descent. Have lunch at Kanapa Restaurant again but try different dishes this time.

Wrap up your trip by visiting the modern Olimpiyskiy National Sports Complex (Kiev Olympic Stadium), where you can learn about Ukraine’s sports culture or catch an event if available. End your trip with dinner at Khutorets na Dnipri offering traditional Ukrainian fare.