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If you're wondering what to do now that you've arrived, we recommend seeking out a rooftop bar with stunning views. Since you're in the heart of the city, finding a good place shouldn't be difficult. We recommend seeking out the "11 Mirrors" Rooftop Restaurant. Many bars open past dawn, so you can continue the night with a glass of local cider.

Get to Know Central Kyiv

Kyiv is a sprawling city, so we recommend getting to know it with a guide, whether on a three-hour tour that can be wrapped up in time for lunch, or an in-depth eight-hour tour (with lunch and a relaxed pace). You'll see the city's landmarks, understand their significance and stories, and familiarize yourself with the various districts, from the impressive upper town, to fun Podil.

Private Sailing Tour along the River Dnipro

This is a fun cruise that will give you a new point of view on Kyiv. Take your camera, because you'll have some amazing views of the city you can't get anywhere else. Just sit back and enjoy all the major sights as you float along on the water, while your friendly local guide tells you interesting facts about Kyiv.

Chernobyl Private Day Tour

The infamous disaster at Chernobyl had a profound effect on Europe, and continues to be felt, in terms of nuclear policy, and in the Zone of Alienation, the area surrounding Chernobyl where few people are allowed to live and work. A trip to Chernobyl might sound risky, but the typical exposure of a one-day tour is equivalent to a one-hour flight, 1/160th as much as a chest x-ray and 1/3600th as much as a whole body CT scan. Three of Chernobyl's reactors were kept running until 2000, and the power plant remains a worksite. A visit to Chernobyl is sobering, but memorable.

Mezhyhirya (Former Presidential Residence) Private Tour

On this special tour you'll get to know everything you ever wanted to know about Ukrainian governmental corruption but were afraid to ask. You'll visit the former Presidential Palace with a local guide who will tell you all about the history of the place and how corrupt officials built and held on to it. This is a tour that will really give you another point of view on the past and present of this alluring destination.

Ukrainian Cuisine Private Cooking Class

This exclusive three-hour cooking class at the local kitchen will give you the skills and knowledge you need to cook some of the tastiest Ukrainian dishes - borshch and varenyky. Your local host will provide ingredients and instruction while you get hands-on. Afterwards, you'll get to sit down and enjoy the tasty meal you've created! There's no better way to immerse yourself in the local culinary culture.

Lviv Private Walking Tour

Lviv was lucky enough to escape the destruction in the World War Two, and nowadays its fascinating streets and numerous museums make it one of the most exciting places in Ukraine to explore. You will uncover the stories behind the medieval atmosphere of Lviv, that will hark you back to days when Lviv was a wealthy trading center. The Old Town of Lviv is included to the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Coffee Degustation Private Tour

Lviv is a city that truly loves coffee. Relaxing with a cup here is a tribute to local tradition. This private tour of the city's best coffee houses includes two tastings of the best coffee you'll find in the city. During the tour, you'll hear stories about the vibrant history of cafe culture in Lviv.

Castles around Lviv Private Tour

This tour will allow you to experience some of the majestic history of the Lviv region by touring its most impressive palaces and castles. You'll start in the picturesque hills of Olesko, where a fortress still shows the marks of past battles. In this area there are several easily accessible sites. You'll also see a fairy tale palace with slender towers, shining mosaic tiles and playful decorations. The past will come alive for you as you tour these castles with an expert guide. You'll love learning more about the royal past of this region.

Liqueur Degustation Private Tour

Lviv is famous for its liqueurs! If you're a fan of homemade spirits, this is the excursion for you. In an excellent restaurant in the city center, you'll enjoy a guided degustation of local spirits with natural ingredients like honey, fruit and nuts. It's the perfect way to taste the city's rich tradition!

Zhovkva and Krehiv Monastery Private Tour

On this fun trip you'll come to a better understanding of the region's history and culture. Zhovkva is a real pearl of local architecture, and the nearby village of Krekhiv is also an epicenter of important buildings, in this case churches and monasteries. You'll have a guide with you for the day, so you'll learn all about the interesting history that shaped the region.

Private Cooking Master Class (Lviv Syrnyk)