Located east of the Ural Mountains, Yekaterinburg is the fourth largest city in Russia and is famous for the golden-domed Church on the Blood in Honour of All Saints Resplendent in the Russian Land. Vysotsky, the business center, offers so much to those who are new to the city and if you are looking to get the perfect view of the city and at the same time learn about the city’s history then Plotinka is the place to be. The keyboard monument is also another spot for a tranquil walk as you get to explore the city. Take a look at this list of the top recommended things to do while in Yekaterinburg, Russia.
1. Visit the commemoration site of Romanov sainthood
Come and visit the site of the commemoration of the Romanov sainthood – the Church on Blood in Honour of All Saints Resplendent in the Russian Land. This is where Russia’s last emperor, his family, and house staff were executed during the Russia Civil War. A memorial chapel is the only symbol left of the horrific tragedy that once occurred here. This beautiful complex now houses a belfry, a museum, two churches, and a patriarchal annex.
Church on Blood in Honour of All Saints Resplendent in the Russian Land
Address: ul. Tolmacheva, 34, Yekaterinburg, Sverdlovskaya oblast’, Russia, 620075
Website: Church on Blood in Honour of All Saints Resplendent in the Russian Land
2. Celebrate technology at Keyboard Monument
Featuring a QWERTY/JCUKEN keyboard, the Keyboard Monument is an outdoor sculpture created by Anatoly Vyatkin. This unique monument is considered one of the top spots that attract visitors, both local and foreign, to the city. On the last Friday of July, on Sysadmin Day, tourists flock to this spot to celebrate science and computers at this spectacular monument. It is the perfect spot for tech lovers!
Keyboard Monument
Address: Ulitsa Gor'kogo, Yekaterinburg, Sverdlovskaya oblast’, Russia, 620075
Opening hours: 24 hours (daily)
3. Enjoy the masterpieces at Ekaterinburg Museum of Fine Arts
Considered to be the largest fine arts museum in the Urals, the Ekaterinburg Museum showcases exhibits some as old as the 14th century. Marvel at exquisite masterpieces from Western Europe, applied modern art and Russian exhibits. This amazing museum brings together a robust collection of culture, art, and history under one roof.
Ekaterinburg Museum of Fine Arts
Address: Ulitsa Voyevodina, 5, Yekaterinburg, Sverdlovskaya oblast’, Russia, 620014
Website: Ekaterinburg Museum of Fine Arts
Opening hours: Tue - Thu: 11am - 8pm; Fri - Sun: 11am - 7pm (closed on Mon)
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4. Explore the grand Rastorguyev-Kharitonov Palace
Come and uncover hidden secrets and learn more about the history of Rastorguyev-Kharitonov Place. This grand palace was built on the infamous “Annunciation Hills” in the Urals. Its unique neoclassical townhouse architecture was designed by Mikhail Pavlovich Malakhov, which makes this palace one of the must-visit places when looking for things to do while in Yekaterinburg.
Rastorguyev-Kharitonov Palace
Address: Ulitsa Karla Libknekhta, 44, Yekaterinburg, Sverdlovskaya oblast’, Russia, 620075
Opening hours: 6.30am - 11pm (daily)
5. Catch a show at Ekaterinburg State Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre
Buy a ticket to watch an amazing show at one of Russia’s oldest opera theaters. Ekaterinburg State Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre brings together a blend of international musical traditions incorporating it with classical Russian heritage. The result is a masterpiece of beautiful art and culture. The theatre itself is a lavish venue and the white and gold decorations are a treat to the eyes.
Ekaterinburg State Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre
Address: Lenina Ave., 46A | Metro Pervomayskaya, Yekaterinburg 620075, Russia
6. Go back in time at Black Tulip War Memorial
Set up in 1995, the Black Tulip War Memorial is dedicated to commemorate the fallen heroes who lost their lives during the unnecessary and barbarous Afghan War. Its unique name is derived from the aircraft that carried the fallen soldiers back home to their final resting place. A statue of a soldier, sitting while holding a rifle with his head bowed as if showing respect and mourning the fallen, is the centerpiece statue of this spectacular memorial.
Black Tulip War Memorial
Address: ul. Komsomolskaya, Norilsk, Russia
7. Check out exquisite pieces at Museum of Hardstone Carving and Jewelry History
Marvel at the exquisite jewelry, gems, and stones displayed at the Museum of Hardstone Carving and Jewelry History. Get bewitched by the colorful and beautiful vases, sculptures, and bowls among other artwork. Compared to most museums in Yekaterinburg, this museum is relatively new, but the exhibitions speak for themselves. The souvenir shop offers a variety of mementos for guests to buy as a gift for friends and family back home.
Museum of Hardstone Carving and Jewelry History
Address: Lenina Ave., 37, Yekaterinburg 620075, Russia
8. Offer a prayer at Church of Ascension
Considered as the oldest 18th-century Ascension Church in Yekaterinburg, the Church of Ascension nests on one of the highest sites in the city. The beauty of this amazing church is evident in its baroque-style ornaments, gilded domes and the fact that it was recently renovated. Serving as a temple, this is the perfect place to soothe your soul and say a prayer.
Church of Ascension
Address: ул 620075, Ulitsa Klary Tsetkin, 11, Yekaterinburg, Sverdlovsk Oblast, Russia, 620075
Website: Church of Ascension
9. Enjoy the tranquility of Victory Park
Wander into Victory Park and immerse yourself in the peace and tranquility that the garden has to offer. Have a blast just enjoying your time, rejuvenating from all the hard work and busy lifestyle. The gazebos provide the best spot to relax. Whether you want a closed setting or an open-air gazebo, you will have multiple spots to choose from to suit you. Bring your family as you enjoy the barbeque facilities or a nice tranquil time in the sauna.
Victory Park
Address: Respublikanskaya, 1A, Yekaterinburg 620042, Russia
10. Tour the Ganina Yama Monastery
Declared as holy ground by the Russian Orthodox Church, the Ganina Yama Monastery is home to seven wooden chapels. The chapels are dedicated to the last Russian tsar and his family members who were executed by the Bolsheviks.
Ganina Yama Monastery
Address: Ganina Yama Tract, Yekaterinburg 624090, Russia
Website: Ganina Yama Monastery
11. Take a stroll along the Iset River Dam
Enjoy a nice relaxing stroll in the heart of the city as you find your way to the pedestrian boulevard along the Iset River Dam. If you feel like you need a second or two to catch your breath just stop and appreciate the true beauty of the area. Relax on the perfectly manicured gardens which will provide you with the perfect place to enjoy the picturesque landscape.
Pedestrian boulevard along the Iset River Dam
Address: река, Iset’, Sverdlovsk Oblast, Russia, 624082
12. Create memories at the Beatles Monument
Take a short trip down the river as you try and find your way to the Beatles monument. It is a place where musical souls and Soviet hearts were won. This monument comprises of a wall sculpture with an amazing mural. Back in the day, the Beatles were an underground crew, but today the Beatle Monument is a beacon for all tourists visiting central Russia.
Beatles Monument
Address: Ulitsa Gor'kogo, 8, Yekaterinburg, Sverdlovskaya oblast’, Russia, 620075
13. Check out the exhibits at Ural Geological Museum
If you consider yourself a fan of precious stones and gems, then a tour of the Ural Geometrical Museum will be an adventure worth your time. Get a glimpse of over 500 minerals and a collection of meteorites from the Ural Mountains and other parts. Come and explore the minerals, rocks, and crystal exhibits and see what more Yekaterinburg has to offer.
Ural Geological Museum
Address: Ulitsa Kuybysheva, 39, Yekaterinburg, Sverdlovskaya oblast’, Russia, 620014
Website: Ural Geological Museum
Opening hours: Wed - Sun: 11am - 5:30pm (closed on Mon & Tue)
14. Visit the Old Water Tower
The old water tower is one of Yekaterinburg’s oldest structures dating back to the 1800s and stands as a monument of industrial architecture. It is one of the city’s endearing symbols. The old water tower is considered as an object of cultural importance and heritage in Yekaterinburg.
Old Water Tower
Address: 2a Ulitsa Bakinskikh Komissarov, Yekaterinburg, 620039, Russia
15. Order classic Russian dishes at Restaurant Podkova
Reserve a table at the Restaurant Podkova and get a chance to indulge in authentic Russian cuisine. If you are a lover of wine, then take a look at the perfectly curated drinks menu with an exquisite wine collection, perfect to wash down your sumptuous dish. With the carefully prepared cold and hot appetizers, pancakes, homemade pickles, caviar on ice, several kinds of lard, borsch with garlic croutons, roast and aural in a pot, the only word that will come to mind is, ‘priyatnogo appetita’ (bon appetit)!
Restaurant Podkova
Address: Prospekt Lenina, 28/2, Yekaterinburg, Sverdlovskaya oblast’, Russia, 620014
Website: Restaurant Podkova
Opening hours: 12pm - 1am (daily)
16. Stop by the Monument to the Founders of Yekaterinburg
Find your way to the Monument to the Founders of Yekaterinburg, George Wilhelm de Gennin and Vasily Tetishchev. The two statues of the founders are the centerpiece of this spectacular monument. As a prominent Russian ethnographer, statesman and engineer, both Tatishav and Gennin made significant contributions to the growth and development of the area.
Monument Tatischev and de Gennin
Address: Labor Square, Yekaterinburg, Russia
17. Visit the 19th-century mansion showcasing historical photography
Located on the second floor of a building, smack at the center of the city, seats the Dom Metenkova. Explore and marvel at the exquisite collection of art in this 19th-century mansion converted into a museum. Gradually transformed into a multifunctional art studio, Dom Metenkova showcases exhibits of historical photography with antique cameras and equipment.
Dom Metenkova
Address: 2, Ulitsa Karla Libknekhta, 36, Yekaterinburg, Sverdlovsk Oblast, Russia, 620075
Website: Dom Metenkova
Opening hours: Tue - Sun: 12pm - 8pm (closed on Mon)
18. Swing by the Museum of Sverdlovsk Railway
Explore the unique exhibits displayed in this open-air museum as you visit the Museum of Sverdlovsk Railway. Opened in the 1970s, the railway museum features permanent exhibits of workplace tools, model trains, historical photographs, and information boards about famous railwaymen. Get to see the 13 locomotives and carriages exhibited at the Museum of Sverdlovsk Railway, on the north-west outskirts of Yekaterinburg.
Museum of Sverdlovsk Railway
Address: Yekaterinburg, Sverdlovsk Oblast, Russia, 620050
Website: Museum of Sverdlovsk Railway
Opening hours: 24 hours (daily)
19. Take a relaxing stroll through Literary Quarter
The Literary Quarter presents the perfect stretch to enjoy a relaxed evening stroll. Enjoy the magnificent view of the old wooden houses, some of which have been converted into stunning museums. It is an area where many famous local writers lived like Dmitry Mamin. Thus the Literary Quarter is a historical area just waiting to be explored.
Literary Quarter
Address: 620075, Sverdlovsk Region, Yekaterinburg, ul. Proletarskaya 18
20. Visit the Chapel of the Revered Martyr Grand Princess Yelizaveta Fyodorovna
Sitting just next to The Church on Blood, the wooden Chapel of the Revered Martyr Grand Princess Yelizaveta Fyodorovna was built to commemorate the place where the royal Romanov family was executed. The church honors the family’s friend and great aunt. Learn about the dark and hidden truth behind the life of Grand Princess Yelizaveta Fyodorovna.
Chapel of the Revered Martyr Grand Princess Yelizaveta Fyodorovna
Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 8am - 6pm (closed on Sat & Sun)
21. Shop at Grinvich
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
If you find yourself in Yekaterinburg and in a position where you have itchy pockets and all you want to do is satisfy your love for shopping then Grinvich is exactly where you need to be. This retail paradise is considered to be the most popular shopping center in the city. From its spectacular glass-domed ceiling to the classy shops inside, this shopping complex is clearly a shopaholic’s heaven.
Grinvich
Address: Ulitsa 8 Marta, 46, Yekaterinburg, Sverdlovskaya oblast’, Russia, 620014
Website: The Grinvich
Opening hours: 10am - 10pm (daily)
22. Enjoy summer days at the lively Istorichesky Skver
If you are planning to spend your summer in Yekaterinburg, then Istoricheskiy Skver also known as Plotinka by the locals is one of the must-visit places in the city. This landscaped parkland is one of the liveliest and most beautiful parts of the city with a beautiful pond completing the perfectly picturesque scenario. During summer, Istorichesky Skver tends to be full, as people flock to enjoy the peace, tranquility, and scenery of the area.
Istorichesky Skver
Address: Yekaterinburg, Sverdlovsk Oblast, Russia, 620075
Opening hours: 24 hours (daily)
23. Head to Memorial House - Museum Reshetnikov for fascinating exhibits
Located in the vicinity of the State Museum of the Writers of the Ural, on the Literary Quarter seats the Memorial House-Museum Reshetnikov. Travel back in time and walk through Reshetnikov’s time getting to know his life while his father was still a postman. On-site are several 19th-century sleds and carriage exhibits.
Memorial House - Museum Reshetnikov
Address: Proletarskaya St., 6, Yekaterinburg 620075, Russia
Website: Memorial House-Museum Reshetnikov
24. Tour the Ural Vision Gallery
For art fanatics and those who consider themselves to have a passion for art, the Ural Vision Gallery will definitely be your playground. Showcasing exquisite canvases, perfectly captured photos, and art covering both local and international artists, the art gallery takes pride in being counted among the best art galleries in the city.
Ural Vision Gallery
Address: Ulitsa Sheynkmana, 10, Yekaterinburg, Sverdlovskaya oblast’, Russia, 620014
Website: Ural Vision Gallery
25. Visit the monument of Alexander Stepanovich Popov
Spare some time and pay tribute to Alexander Stepanovich Popov, the inventor of the radio. Take a short trip and visit the Monument of A. S. Popov. Originally the monument was supposed to have Popov standing, but due to some constraints, the Ural Compressor Plant was unable to manufacture as the original design and resorted to having Popov depicted as sitting. Its grand opening took place on May 7, 1975.
Monument of A. S. Popov
Address: Labor Square, Yekaterinburg, Russia
26. Check out Yekaterinburg's unique subway system
Like the wheel, the railway is one of the oldest and still dependable modes of transportation that still tends to have a “wow” effect on many. Check out and marvel at how uniquely Yekaterinburg’s subway system has been designed. Get to learn about the history of the stations such as the Prospekt Kosmonavtos station, Uralmash, and the Mashinostroiteley station, just to mention a few.
Yekaterinburg Subway
Address: Yekaterinburg, Sverdlovsk Oblast, Russia, 620107
Website: Yekaterinburg Subway
27. Enjoy the views from Vysotsky Viewing Platform
Climb up to the 52nd floor of the Vysotsky Business Center, 186 meters (610 feet) above the ground to catch yourself a glimpse of a truly spectacular and panoramic view of Yekaterinburg. Marvel at the breathtaking vistas of the historical complexes, beautiful domed temples, and Yekaterinburg motorways. With a safe and secure open viewing space and high ultra-strong glass enclosing the perimeter, your safety is always guaranteed.
Vysotsky Viewing Platform
Address: Ekaterinburg, Malysheva street, 52 Floor
Website: Vysotsky Viewing Platform
Opening hours: 10am - 10pm (daily)
28. Explore the Nevyansk Icon Museum
Come and admire art dating back to the 17th century and all the way to the 20th century, displayed at the Nevyansk Icon Museum. Even if this museum is the privately owned, the institution engages in exhibitions, research, and restoration of amazing pieces of art giving guests a chance to view the exquisite art collection of the city.
Nevyansk Icon Museum
Address: Krasnoarmeyskaya Ulitsa, 2, Nev'yansk, Sverdlovskaya oblast’, Russia, 624190
Website: Nevyansk Icon Museum
Opening hours: Tue - Sun: 10am - 6pm (closed on Mon)
29. Book a historical military tour of Yekaterinburg (from USD 200.3)
Book an informative historical military tour and get to learn about the military history of Yekaterinburg. You will be taken around interesting military sites in the city and will also be accompanied by a knowledgable tour guide. This tour generally lasts three hours as you get to see the Soviet Army Square and the Black Tulip Memorial where the brave soldiers who died in the Afghanistan war are commemorated. Wind up your tour by visiting the Museum of Arms of UMMC to see an array of grand arms exhibition.
Military History Tour of Yekaterinburg
Duration: 3.5 hour
30. Visit sites of the city related to Russia's first president, Boris Yeltsin (from USD 178.05)
In this three-hour, half-walking, half-driving tour, you get to enjoy an exhilarating adventure while visiting the best city sites that Boris Yeltsin, the first president of Russia used to frequent. As you head to the Yeltsin Center, which is home to an art gallery, café and a museum among many more, pick up some souvenirs to take home with you. Finish off your tour by visiting the Boris Yeltsin Museum and marvel at its nine halls exploring the nuances of Russian history.
The First Russian President Tour in Yekaterinburg
Duration: 3 hour
The perfect to-do list for Yekaterinburg
If you are new to Yekaterinburg, it is easy for you to assume that the city holds many treasures for you to explore. Avail this list of amazing things to do in this beautiful city. With it in hand, you will surely enjoy your visit to Yekaterinburg.
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