Things to do in

Vladivostok

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With a customized tour, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. These local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. Meet where you're staying to get familiar with the neighbourhood, find out about the best places to eat, the easiest ways to get around, and the hidden gems you might have missed. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay. Through conversations with your Lokafyer, you’ll learn about cultural differences, local events, and what it’s like to be a true local. The more notice, the better, as these tours are organized on demand and are completely personalized. With this experience, you won’t be just passing through the city, you’ll be part of it.

Although not as well-known as Moscow or St. Petersburg, Russia's far-eastern city of Vladivostok is full of charm and unique culture. Stroll along the Vladivostok Embankment, the city's waterfront walkway where you can catch a glimpse of the fountain at its central point lit up in blue and green. Vladivostok lays on the Golden Horn Bay in Russia on the North Pacific. More than 9,000 km from the capital, this city is open to western and eastern influence. Its renowned Golden Horn harbor is Russia’s largest Pacific Coast seaport. Do you know that Tokarevsky Lighthouse is one of the oldest lighthouses in the city? From the boat, you will see three harbors in one: the fishing harbor, the naval base, and the commercial harbor. Your local guide will reveal secret stories about the Submarine museum- S-56, the history, and the culture of the city. Check out Vladivostok Fortress, whose placards tell the story of the Russo-Japanese War. Visit the museum erected to honor Vladimir Arsenyev, a famous Russian explorer.

Meet your local guide and make your way towards the Vladivostok Railway station. Admire one of the oldest buildings in the city and the final stop of the Trans-Siberian Railway line. Continue your walk along the central Aleutian Street to the city center, where you'll get to see 19th-century mansions and buildings designed in the Stalinist style before hitting the main streets of Svetlanskaya and Pushkinskaya. See some of the city's famous buildings along the main street before getting to ride the iconic funicular of Vladivostok, one of the two funiculars in the entire Russia. The funicular ride offers stunning views of the city, and as you arrive at the observation deck in Eagle Hill, you'll witness panoramic views of the Golden Horn Bay — a sight not to be missed.

Dive into the history of Vladivostok and the Golden Horn Bay area on this guided tour around some of Vladivostok's key historic sites and museums. Learn about the city's fascinating blend of West and East through the exhibits in the city's museums as you explore this port city's past. With your local guide you will visit the Vladivostok Fortress Museum, learning all about the region's military history. You'll also visit the oldest lighthouse in the city, the Tokarevsky Lighthouse and the Arsenyev history museum.  Your local guide will uncover secret stories about the city and its culture as you explore the museums.

Discover the romantic side of the charismatic city of Vladivostok with a local professional guide. Admire the beauty of the city with your partner on this romantic tour. Soak in the breathtaking view from the beautiful viewpoint of Orlinoye Gnezdo.  Hear about many historical love stories, hidden in the pretty old lanes, buildings, and parks in the city. Know about the heartbreaking and tragic to the hilarious or spicy stories of the romantic legends. Find the best place in the city for a date and where you can take the most beautiful photos. Discover how many couples were on the art object, Reconciliation bed. Admire the warm and welcoming vibe of the spectacular city of Vladivostok on a romantic tour. This tour is especially recommended to take around Saint Valentine Period.