Arkhangelsk: Best Things to Do
SIGHTSEEING
Stela "Mys "Pur-Navolok" is a great place to get a stunning sightseeing view. This fortress is a symbolic place where the city of Arkhangelsk began. It is located just near the sea. Therefore you can explore the surroundings like ships and Russian style sculptures. Not far from the fortress, you will find Poteshnyy Dvor. It is one and only amusement park in the city. You can take a picture with Gonstinyets the cat that becomes mascot of the park.
Stela "Mys "Pur-Navolok"
DOWNTOWN
The downtown of Arkhangelsk is a central hub for government office, museums, parks and shopping destination. Discover the famous city landmark namely Obelisk of the North near the Sberbank. The monument was built during 1930 to respect the union of North region into one territory. It is interesting to see the detail of this relief with its history.
Obelisk of the North
SHOPPING
Go to Maxi Shopping Center to satisfy your shopping experience. It is the biggest mall in the city and becomes a shopping center. You can find clothing stores, restaurants, and entertainment facilities here.
Maxi Shopping Center
FOOD & DRINK
Arkhangelsk city has its own local cuisine characteristics among other region of Russian North. The food of Arkhangelks adopted its basic cooking from Russian cuisine that are baking and simmering in the oven. Try the famous Kulebyaka, a fish pie that usually served after a fish dish. Also take a sample of Kozul, a Northen Gingerbread or Tetyorki (round pattern cookies).
CULTURE
The city of Arkhangelsk is called as the cultural capital of Russian North. There is plenty of opportunities for exploring the traditions and cultures. You can visit the natural history museum, gallery of arts or enjoy classical organ concerts. Some cultural events like Annual International Street Theaters Festival, Jazz Days in Arkhangelsk or Ice sculpture festival allow you to plunge into the local culture.
BEST TIME TO VISIT
The perfect months to visit Arkhangelsk is from late June to Early August. Get a warm weather when you are exploring the city's attractions.
HOTEL
Get an unforgettable stay at Pur-Navolok Hotel, a 3 stars hotel located in a city center. The hotel has classic rooms with relaxing amenities such as wellness center, sauna and a steam bath. With strategic location, staying in this hotel allows you to explore some popular destinations. If you want to stay in a cozy hotel, you may book a room at Dvina Hotel. It is also located in the heart of Arkhangelsk, near the shopping malls, restaurants, and banking offices. There are variety of room types you can choose based on your budget.
Pur-Navolok Hotel
Dvina Hotel
RESTAURANT
Head to Anrov to get a combination of delicious food in a cozy setting. This local cuisines restaurant has modern stylish design, offering a warm atmosphere for every visitors. Also experience a fine dining at Pochtovaya Kontora 1786. It is located in the historic center of Arkhangelsk. Besides serving local delicacies, this restaurant also offers you lovely wine and whiskey.
Anrov
CAFE
Pekarnya on Chumbarovka is a great place to stop if you like something sweet. This cozy cafe offers you a variety of good bakery, cakes, ice creams and waffles. While for a coffee lovers, take a visit to IRIS COFFEE, French coffee shop. This cafe is located in Titan-Arena, a shopping center of Arkhangelsk. There are wide selection of coffee beans and also desserts.
Pekarnya on Chumbarovka
IRIS COFFEE, French coffee shop
BAR AND NIGHTLIFE
Koleso Music Club is obviously a nice place to spend your night in Arkhangelsk. This is a favorite place to go for enjoying live local bands performances. When you want to enjoy beers or cocktails, Chester pub is a where you should visit. The pub also serves variety of meals you can order to complete your drinks.
Koleso Music Club
Chester pub
INTERESTING PLACE
An open museum "Small Karelians" is one of must visit destination while you are in Arkhangelsk. With some old yet unique wooden buildings, the museum boasts rich history of North Russian.
Another interesting place is Art Museum of the Arctic exploration im.A A Borisova. The museum contains collection of paintings from Russian North and famous artists. Enjoy the art works and capture some pictures there.
Museum "Small Karelians"
Art Museum of the Arctic exploration im.A A
INSTAGRAMMABLE SPOT
With so many icons from 14-17th centuries, Art Museum Arkhangelsk becomes one of famous place to visit. There are over 30.000 pieces of artifacts such as wooden sculptures, folk art, ceramics, and bone carvings. Arkhangelsk regional museum could be another option to get instagrammable worthy photos. This is the oldest building in the city located near the sea. Beside capturing historical heritage, you can also get some photos with amazing sea background.
Art Museum Arkhangelsk
Arkhangelsk regional museum
