A Week of Cultural Exploration and Cuisine in Makhachkala Itinerary

Explore the ancient city of Derbent, known for its UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Derbent Citadel. Have a quick bite at Baku Cafe & Restaurant.

Stroll through the Naryn-Kala Fortress and visit the Museum of World Cultures. For lunch, try the local specialties at Mangal House.

Return to Makhachkala and dine at the elegant Ginza Project Makhachkala.

Spend the morning at the Dagestan Museum of Fine Arts. Grab a coffee at Coffeemania.

Take a leisurely walk along the waterfront promenade. For lunch, enjoy the sea view at Kafe Pervak.

Relax at a local hammam for an authentic Dagestani spa experience. Have dinner at Limoncello Ristorante Italiano.

Visit the Makhachkala Grand Mosque, one of the largest in Russia. Grab a quick bite at Dodo Pizza.

Explore the local markets and taste a variety of street foods. For a late lunch, try the fusion cuisine at Sushi Wok.

Enjoy a fine dining experience at Il Patio Ristorante Italiano.

Take a guided tour of the Lenin Komsomol Park and learn about the Soviet history of the region. Have a classic breakfast at McDonald's.

Visit the House-Museum of Rasul Gamzatov, a prominent Dagestani poet. For lunch, try the local fast-food chain KFC.

Dine at Rasputin Pub for a taste of both Russian and Dagestani dishes.

Take a boat trip on the Caspian Sea for a different perspective of the city. Enjoy a light breakfast at Subway.

Visit the Dagestan State Historical and Architectural Museum-Reserve. For a late lunch, try the international cuisine at Burger King.

Have a seafood dinner at Pizza Hut with a view of the sunset over the Caspian Sea.

Spend your last morning in Makhachkala exploring the local neighborhoods and street art. Enjoy a final breakfast at Domino's Pizza.

Visit the Anzhi-Arena, home to the local football team. For lunch, have a picnic at the Ak-Gel Lake.

Conclude your week with a special dinner at Papa John's Pizza.