Top Kiev Half-day Tours

Take a break from above ground sightseeing and explore the secret underworld of Kiev on a 3-hour tour. All necessary equipment is provided for you, including Soviet military boots. The tour begins with a walk along a drain tunnel system or underground river, depending on the season. Your subterranean adventure continues with a visit to a Cold War bunker, complete with hermetic blast door and civil equipment.

See all of Kiev's highlights in a single private sightseeing tour. This excursion is a great option for first-time visitors or those travelers with a tight schedule, enabling you to see the landmarks and attractions on three different routes: the Kiev Pechersk Lavra Monastery, St. Andrew's Decent, and a comprehensive city tour of Kiev. Along the way, listen to commentary from a guide, letting you in on hidden facts and less-known stories about the Ukrainian capital.

Take a trip to ousted Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych's countryside mansion and find out exactly what corruption will buy.  A museum since Yanukovych's untimely departure in 2014, the extravagant interior is overflowing with famous works of art and opulent chandeliers.  Enjoy extra time to explore the elaborate gardens and take a look at Yanukovych’s ostrich farm, yacht pier, and impressive zoo.

Explore UNESCO World Heritage-listed treasures in Kiev on this private guided tour of Kiev-Pechersk Lavra. Enter the iconic Kiev Pechersk Lavra complex—widely considered among the most sacred places in Ukraine—with a private guide and marvel at its breathtaking beauty. Follow paved paths to the restored Dormition Cathedral, see the Great Lavra Bell Tower and perhaps climb it for panoramic Kiev views. Then, visit the Kiev-Pechersk Lavra caverns—a system of underground caves once home to hermit monks—and gain insight into the site’s 11th-century history.

Visit the one-time home of the former Ukraine president Viktor Yanukovych on this private Mezhyhirya Residence tour from Kiev. Travel to Novi Petrivtsi village, and listen as your private guide sheds light on the excesses which marked Yanukovych’s time in power. Stroll from room to room in the grand Mezhyhirya Residence, and discover features including the opulent chandeliers and wooden mosaic flooring. Hear of the corruption charges levelled against Viktor Yanukovych, gain insight into his luxurious lifestyle, and learn of his place in contemporary Ukrainian politics.

Enjoy breathtaking views over Ukraine’s capital on this 3-hour small-group Kiev city tour. Hop into your vehicle at your Kiev hotel, then travel through the streets with a guide and gain insight into Kiev’s rich history. Along the way, take in top attractions including the Golden Gates, the National Opera of Ukraine, St Volodymyr’s Cathedral and UNESCO–listed St Sofia Cathedral. Explore winding cobbled streets through the Old Town — home to St Michael’s Cathedral and St Andrew’s Church. Explore Kreschatik Street and Maidan Nezalezhnosti, and gaze over the Dnieper River.

Join a private guide for a personalized, half-day tour of Kiev Pechersk Lavra and the Museum of Historical Treasures of Ukraine. With the option to choose a walking tour, opt for an excursion by private car or book a minibus for your group. The day can be tailored to your interests and schedule so you won’t be limited by a fixed tour itinerary.

This UNESCO World Heritage Site is essential for any visit to Kiev and with a private guide, you’ll be privy to in-depth knowledge not found in the free brochure. Explore the Baroque style churches, including the gilded Assumption Cathedral.  You have the option to take your time in the Kiev Pechersk Preserve and enigmatic Lavra Caves or expand your tour to the monastery to include the Museum of Treasures, Bell Tower, and more.

Beyond the typical tourist attractions, get to know a different side of vibrant Kiev when you embark on a craft beer-centric walking tour. Meet your guide in the city center, and set off to discover the Ukrainian capital’s key beer haunts. You’ll taste five generous samples of local brews, plus snacks; as you go, your guide will also share stories about Kiev’s history as well as its thriving brewing scene.

Benefit from personalized attention and the ability to explore at your own pace on this private tour of the Mezhigorie Ukrainian President Yanukovych's countryside residence. Travel to the impressive property via private transportation, then walk through the grounds and home to see the architecture, art, gardens, and zoo.

Take in the historic highlights of the Ukrainian capital on this private 3-hour walking tour of Kiev. See landmarks including the Golden Gates, St. Michael’s Golden Domed Cathedral, and the Princess Olha Monument; explore the atmospheric Old Town and learn how it was built by Prince Vladimir the Great; and marvel the UNESCO-listed St. Sophia Cathedral.

Experience all that the Ukrainian capital has to offer on a private 7-hour tour. Exclusive round-trip transportation allows you to skip the headache of public transit and complete the comprehensive itinerary with ease. Highlights include the Lavra Monastery, St. Sophia, and the world's deepest metro station. Along the way, your personal guide provides engaging and interactive commentary that you won’t find in a typical guidebook.

Step back in time and explore Ukraine’s traditional folk heritage on this private 3-hour Pirogovo Open-Air Museum guided tour from Kiev. Visit the Pirogovo Open-Air Museum with a private guide and gain insight into life in Ukraine during a bygone era. Discover pretty white houses nestling under thatched roofs. Explore local landmarks such as the 3-domed wooden church, the priest’s house and the old school, and see how life played out in centuries passed. Admire traditional windmills set high on the hill and enjoy panoramic views over the village below.

Admire architectural masterpieces in the Pechersk District on this private 3-hour walking tour in Kiev. Follow a private guide through Pechersk — widely considered the most attractive corner of Kiev — and gain insight into centuries of Ukrainian history. Along the way, discover top city landmarks including the 18th-century Mariyinsky Palace and its surrounding parkland, the National Bank of Ukraine, the Chocolate House, House with Chimaeras and the Weeping Widow Mansion. Admire panoramic views over the mighty Dnieper River, and hear tantalizing tales and legends from Kiev’s colorful past.

Explore the State Aviation Museum in Kiev with a dedicated guide on this private tour. Peruse more than 70 aircraft and helicopters in the largest historical museum dedicated to Ukraine's technical history with the benefit of commentary tailored to your interests from a private guide.