Lviv Attractions List
Throughout the guide to places to visit in Lviv, I will share very detailed information about the 30 most important places to visit in Lviv, one of the most popular tourism centers of recent years. You can find the map locations of all these places mentioned in the Lviv Attractions Map section.
Due to the current conditions, visiting hours and fees can change constantly, you can get the healthiest information on this subject from the official websites of the travel destinations. Let's move on to our list of places to visit in Lviv without further ado...
1. Rynok Square
At the top of the list of places to visit in Lviv is Rynok Square , which is the center of the city and displays a colorful appearance with its cute ambiance .
This square is like a summary of the city of Lviv; There's a little bit of just about everything. It would also be a good idea to start your tour of the city from here first, because it is very easy to reach touristic spots from the cobbled streets.
The streets of the square are equipped with many cafes and restaurants. The spaces are decorated with delightful details; The design and themes are quite remarkable. There are also all kinds of souvenir shops, which are one of the greatest blessings for travelers.
In particular, they immediately enter the field of view of shopaholics. Of course, the fact that Lviv is cheaper than many European cities will also increase your shopping pleasure.
We mentioned that Lviv is very similar to the touristic cities of Europe; One of the first indications of this is the town hall and the clock tower in the square. I think you should not be too lazy to climb the tower of the 400-step city hall. Because the 65-meter-high tower has a wonderful view of Lviv to offer you.
“What else stands out in Lviv square?” If you do, I would say pay attention to the buildings around it. Although they do not seem to be noticed because their colorful styles and architectural designs knitted with different motifs immediately catch the eye.
In addition to being mostly 3-4 floors, a typical feature is that each floor has a maximum of 3 windows. There are exceptions, of course.
The sculptured fountains of Rynok Square, on the other hand, look like a different attractive future for you if you are interested in mythology. Fountains were built in different corners of the square. Its symbols are Neptune, Diana, Amphitria and Adonis. While you're at Rynok Square, I suggest you also see the Pharmacy Museum, the Lviv Historical Museum and the chocolate factory.
If you want to have a snack, Lviv Croissants, which has a branch in the square, is one of the most famous fast food chains of the city. Here you can take a break and have a bite to eat.
Stay Close to Attractions Located right on the shores of Rynok Square, the 4-star Vintage Boutique Hotel
, located in a building dating from the 15th century, is a nice alternative for those who want to stay in the very center of the city.
2. Town Hall and Ratusha Tower
While describing Rynok Square, I talked about the city hall located in the middle of it and its tower, which brings a magnificent view to the visitors. Now I want to open a separate topic for these two because they are among the indispensable travel spots of Lviv.
The Town Hall , which you will see in the square , has been rebuilt many times since it has survived many fires and disasters in its history. Its first construction dates back to the 14th century.
It was also originally a wooden building. In the following periods, while the building was rebuilt, it was also expanded. Today, it stands out in Rynok Square with its classical Viennese style appearance.
The more famous part of the Town Hall itself is the clock tower. Is it more famous for the beauty of its landscape or the nickname “Ugly Chimney”, which was given to it because of its lack of aesthetics; the decision is yours. I think you should definitely go to this tower.
3. Opera House
You can turn your route to Lviv's Svobody Street for a visit to the Opera House , which shines with its Neo-Renaissance style .
This opera is one of the most popular structures in the list of places to visit in Lviv. It was built in the early 20th century and is considered one of the most beautiful opera houses in Europe.
There are certain features that carry the Opera House to European standards. For example, the acoustics are simply awesome. So, if you get the chance at the opera house, don't miss the opportunity to witness a performance live.
When you enter the opera house, the impressiveness of the decor will probably dazzle you, like many others. A large part of the hall is adorned with gaudy sculptures. Also, visualize the lights reflecting on impressive decorations and details. The exterior of the opera is nothing short of splendid.
You can include the Opera House, signed by the Polish Zygmunt Gorgolewski and shown among the three most beautiful opera houses in Europe, in your travel guide. In addition, if you want to watch a performance, it is useful to buy tickets in advance.
Stay in the City Center The 4-star Panorama Lviv Hotel Vintage Boutique Hotel
, which provides service right next to the Opera House , is one of the facilities located in the city center.
4. Lychakiv Cemetery
Do not be surprised to see that there is a cemetery on the list of places to visit in Lviv. In fact, it is an area that can be entered there if a list of places to visit in Europe is prepared, not Lviv.
"What's the significance?" Let me explain for those who ask: Since the end of the 18th century, Lviv's intellectuals, artists, most important writers, state officials, actors; In short, almost all famous people are buried here. Lviv was known as the city of many bourgeois and aristocrats, especially before World War II.
That 's not the only thing that makes Lychakiv Cemetery different. When you enter the cemetery, you can witness that the tombstones greet you with their different styles, almost like a work of art. In addition, hundreds of sculptures have turned the cemetery into an open-air and art museum.
After the Novodevichy Cemetery in Moskov, you can add Lychakiv Cemetery, which is the most spectacular tomb in Eastern Europe, to your list. In the meantime, you can get detailed information by making better use of your time with guided tours.
Note: UBER and similar vehicles are frequently used in Ukraine. We used UBER constantly during our trip to Lviv. The cemetery in front of the opera took about 10 minutes and we paid 77 UAH. We easily found and used UBER at the exit of the cemetery.
5. Potocki Palace
This palace was built for the Potocki, one of the most powerful families of Lviv and Europe. While it fascinates you at the first moment with its elegant French style architecture, it also invites you to see the magnificence inside.
The palace, designed by the French architect Louis Dauvergne, is among the most ornate structures you can see in Lviv. The Potocki Palace , which fascinates many with its interior and exterior architecture, seems to have not lost much of its impressiveness from the 19th century to the present.
So, what's in this palace? It is possible to see many statues and artifacts from the Middle Ages in this beautiful palace. The paintings, the furniture and the interior decoration in general are extremely impressive.
The palace presents a private art collection belonging to the Potocki Family to the visitors. This art gallery may remind the Medici Riccardi Palace, especially for those who go to Venice.
6. High Castle (Lviv High Castle)
Among the must-see places in Lviv is the High Castle , which has a bird's eye view of the city and offers a 360-degree view .
This is one of the most beautiful places on the list for landscape lovers. The ruins of the castle, which is a circular structure and first made of wood in the 13th century, are at an altitude of about 415 meters. The High Castle, which was turned from wood to stone, was also used as an ammunition and police station.
To reach the High Fortress, which is a few kilometers from Rynok Square, you have to cross long stairs and paths. However, the pleasure of walking on these roads, which are surrounded by trees and flowers on all four sides, is completely different.
You can enjoy these moments in the forest while leaving the steps behind you, accompanied by fresh air.
When you finally reach the top, you will be greeted with the most impressive view of Lviv, according to many. I think you will like it too. Moreover, you have the opportunity to travel for free.
7. Dominican Cathedral and Convent
Lviv is one of the most modern and multicultural cities in Eastern Europe. In the city, where the Dominicans also lived, there is the Dominican Cathedral and Monastery , which was founded under their influence .
Although the construction of the cathedral dates back to the 14th century, its present appearance does not belong to that period. It was originally made of wood and, like many wooden buildings, the cathedral was destroyed by fires. Its current appearance dates from the 18th century. Currently, it mainly bears the traces of late baroque architecture.
Located close to Rynok Square, the cathedral is an important center especially for those interested in religious history. Since this place is also a museum and monastery, it has a lot of information to offer. It is as if the spirit of that period is still wandering in the Dominican Cathedral, which is surrounded by the breezes of the Middle Ages.
The largest and oldest among Lviv's religious buildings is the Dominican Cathedral. The inscription "Soli deo Honor et Gloria" on the dome at the entrance may be of interest to you, as many others. I suggest you add this historical cathedral to your list of places to visit in Lviv.
8. Armenian Cathedral
One of the places where you can feel the cultural texture of Lviv best is the Armenian Cathedral . A dense Armenian population lives in the city.
The Armenian Cathedral, which I will tell now, is also in the Armenian Quarter. In the region where Armenians built a life in Lviv by establishing hospitals, churches, schools, theaters and libraries.
If I move on to explaining the Armenian Cathedral, I can start with the beauty of its interior decoration. The colors used, the pictures adorning the walls, the mosaics; In short, every corner of the church is eye-catching and full of details that arouse much curiosity. Some of the paintings you will see in the interior of the cathedral date back 600-700 years.
You have the chance to see the paintings of the Austrian painter Gustav Klimt in this 14th century church. These paintings are among the works that most travelers show the greatest interest in the cathedral.
The Armenians designed this church, inspired by the Ani Cathedral in Kars. As a result it is one of the oldest buildings in Lviv and is on the UNESCO World Heritage list. To get a little deeper into Lviv's culture, you can add it to your list of places to visit in Lviv. The cathedral can also be visited free of charge.
9. The Armory Museum (Arsenal Museum)
The Armory Museum; aka Arsenal Museum looks a bit cold from the outside. The museum, which was built in the 16th century, was built to resist attacks, as you can imagine. The building, which was destroyed in the middle of the 16th century as a result of an attack, was rebuilt in a few years.
Arsenal, the only weapon museum in Lviv, and even in Ukraine, opens its doors to visitors with its concept dating back to 1991. So, what do those impressive collections you can see inside the gun museum contain?
A wide variety of items on display at the museum await you, from weaponry to bronze cannons, from swords to metal weapons and axes. In addition, items brought not only from Ukraine and Lviv, but also from more than 30 different countries are among the objects in the museum.
Arsenal, which was used as a prison in its history and now continues its activities with the theme of a gun museum, also has an impressive restaurant. This place can be a very good choice to take an interesting lunch break. I think you should also take a look at this restaurant located in the lower part of the museum.
10. Pharmacy Museum
The only pharmacy museum of historical importance in Europe is located in Lviv Rynok Square. At the same time, the Pharmacy Museum was founded in the 18th century and is the oldest pharmacy museum.
The fact that this pharmacy, where today's drugs are sold, is also a museum makes it very interesting in the eyes of tourists.
The museum, which was opened in 1735 by a military pharmacist, has many items and information about alchemists. Antique scales, old pharmacy bottles, wooden jars, mortars, and the first kerosene lamp models are among the things you will meet in this interesting museum.
The good news is that you can visit the ground floor of the museum for free, it is also worth paying extra to see more interesting sections. You are charged a fee for the basement of the building, which was built in the medieval style. Here, there are models showing the drug production techniques in ancient times.
While you're at the museum, I suggest you don't leave without seeing the mysterious, a little scary but still exciting underground sections.
11. Korniakt Palace & Italian Courtyard
The richest man in Lviv, the Greek merchant Korniakt, reached a great fortune, especially with the income he obtained from the wine and fabric trade, and built this magnificent palace in Rynok Square.
The historical palace, built with Renaissance style architecture, is one of the structures that has survived from the 16th century to the present day. In addition to its architectural beauty, it impresses its visitors with its air that smells of history. The architectural design is signed by the Polish Pietero Barbon.
The main beauty of the building is the Italian Courtyard , but there is also the part of the palace that sees the square. Korniakt Palace was not built with 3 windows like other buildings in the square; This is a remarkable detail. It is among the exceptional structures we mentioned when talking about Rynok Square.
Let's come to the Italian Courtyard, which is part of the Korniakt Palace and gives great pleasure to the visitors. When you enter the passage right next to the famous Black House in Rynok Square, you can reach the Italian Courtyard.
I recommend you to see the ambiance in this inner courtyard of the palace; anyway, the place has a location that you can easily reach when you are in Rynok Square. The arched columns in the Italian Courtyard look very aesthetic. From time to time, concerts and some events are held in this courtyard. Also, if you say "I wish there was a cafe in the courtyard," there is that too.
Korniakt Palace and Italian Courtyard are currently open to visitors as part of the Lviv History Museum. You have the chance to see some collections from the Polish Royal Period in the museum.
In other words, you can visit one of the city's most popular museums and enjoy this historical atmosphere in the Italian Courtyard, while you are only visiting the Korniakt Palace.
12. St. George Cathedral
Among the places to visit in Lviv, St. George's Cathedral is also located.
Indeed, architect Bernard Meretyn and sculptor Johann George Pinsel have created an original work of art. When the cathedral is examined architecturally, details of rococo and baroque styles can be seen. It is possible to say that it has a different atmosphere than many cathedrals in Lviv, even Ukraine.
Built on the hill, St. George's Cathedral is very elegant; Its fairy-tale appearance, which makes it look as if fairies live in it, is interesting. The 18th-century cathedral is considered one of the most beautiful religious buildings not only in the city but in Europe.
Even the beauty of the interior and exterior architecture is a sufficient reason to visit, but I can still say that when you go to the cathedral, you don't have to be content with just that.
Many works are exhibited in the cathedral, especially the statue depicting St. George and the icon of the Virgin Mary, which is believed to have created miracles. Also, the tombs of many important clergy of Lviv are here. You can visit the cathedral for free.
13. Ivan Franko Park
While I was planning to visit the city of Lviv to the fullest, I thought that you might want to see a park with 400-year-old trees, which can almost be called a forest.
Let's continue with the Ivan Franko Park , which dances with its different beauties every season while presenting the list of places that should not be seen in Lviv .
Let's go back to the history of the park first. Ukraine's oldest park, Ivan Franko; At the end of the 18th century, the Roman Emperor II. It was built by Joseph. The locals also call the park "Jesuit Gardens", as the site was previously owned by the Jesuits.
In Ivan Franko Park, you will witness the refreshing nature of Lviv. It is ideal for resting and lying on the grass, but if you say you can relax by moving, you can step on the wonderful walking paths that the park brings in front of you.
Also, having a picnic in this park is of course very enjoyable. Enjoy the fresh air among a variety of plants, trees and cute animals.
14. Chocolate Factory (Lviv Chocolate Factory)
Another famous feature of Lviv that spreads across Europe is that it produces delicious candies and snacks. This reputation has a history dating back to the Middle Ages. Frankly, it does justice to its popularity in this field today.
In Lviv Old Town, close to Rynok Square, the “ Chocolate Factory ” is a center where tourists form long queues in front of their delicious handmade chocolates.
There is probably no sweeter place on the list of places to visit in Lviv. On the first floor of the 5-storey chocolate factory, you can watch how the chocolate masters produce. Because this is the manufacturing section of the factory. Since it is also possible to shop at the same time, there are mostly long queues here.
If you wish, you can buy various chocolates from the next 2 floors; these floors are a little more secluded for shopping. Both open and packaged chocolates are offered for sale across two floors.
The designers of the factory, thinking about what comes to mind when talking about chocolate, built a very nice cafe upstairs. After all, it's not easy to resist eating chocolate with coffee.
If you are a chocolate lover like most people, or if you have relatives who love chocolate, you can gift yourself and them various handmade chocolates.
15. Coffee Maker
Lviv is famous not only for its chocolate, but also for its coffee. Like Vienna, Lviv is one of Europe's most coffee-loving cities. Coffee culture, which dates back to the Austro-Hungarian Empire and even the Ottomans, is quite developed in Lviv. So if you love coffee, your memories of Lviv will become even more beautiful.
Especially the historical coffee shop in Rynok Square is a very popular place among tourists. The garden of this shop, called Lviv Coffee Manufacture , which is very popular with coffee lovers, and its rooms resembling a mine add to the pleasure of coffee.
The Coffee Maker is not just a place to go in and drink or buy coffee. You can also learn about the history of coffee culture in the city in this shop. There is a section where coffee is produced, as well as areas where souvenirs and coffee varieties are sold.
The most interesting part of the building is the underground part. This place is called the coffee mine. It is said that in ancient times, miners worked here to extract coffee. In addition, trainings on coffee making are also attracting great interest.
16. Lviv Museum of Folk Architecture and Life
Lviv is a city that was the capital of Eastern Galicia in its history. The Local Architecture and Rural Life Museum is one of the important cultural centers that reflects the life of the people of Eastern Galicia to the visitors.
The museum was established in 1971. In addition to preserving wooden structures with local craftsmanship, it also aims to reveal ethnographic elements and rural life details.
Various architectural sections from different periods, made in the last 300 years of Ukraine, are in almost every corner of the museum. This cultural center, which was built around the city and enriched with many original structures brought to the museum.
In the museum, also called Shevchenkivskyi Hay, you will embark on a journey towards the end of the 19th and the beginning of the 20th century to witness the life of the people of Eastern Galicia. I can say that the historical journey in the museum, which is spread over a wide green area and serves with an open-air concept, was very enjoyable for most people.
The theme of rural life is at the forefront of the museum, where you will see many illuminating elements about the life of three ethnic groups, namely Lemkos, Boikos and Hutsuls. The woodworking of Western Ukraine fascinates the visitors.
I said that the museum was built on a large area, but in fact, it would be a more accurate description if I say it is huge. It contains about 105 structures such as windmills, schools, churches and houses. It is also possible to see the looms of the craftsmen and the field where the products specific to the region are found in the museum.
In addition to all these, some events and trainings are also held at the Museum of Local Architecture and Rural Life. Maybe you can come across one of these during your visit.
17. Virmenska Street
For those who want to see Armenian culture, their daily life rituals and architectural structures in Lviv, the address is Virmenska Street .
The journey of Armenian communities to Lviv started in the 13th century. Since they had to leave their homeland due to the Mongol invasion, they settled in the area of Virmenska Street.
Despite the difficulties they experienced, their success in art and commerce in a short time is remarkable. Bringing their own culture to the region where they settled, the Armenians turned this place into an Armenian Street over time.
If you go to Virmenska Street, you can feel the historical breezes from centuries ago intensely. Armenians living in Lviv, who have preserved the cultural texture they have created since then. While visiting Virmenska Street, you will encounter a lot about the Armenian lifestyles of the past and present.
Armenian Cathedral, Armenian Courtyard, old-style houses, art galleries, cafes/restaurants serving delicious local Armenian cuisine, souvenir shops are among these. Among the art galleries, I would definitely recommend you to visit the Green Sofa and Dzyga Art Gallery. If you are a jazz lover, jazz concerts are also given at Dzyga Art Gallery.
One of the most valuable places reflecting the cultural aspects of Lviv is Virmenska Street. You can include Lviv in your list of places to visit and go on a pleasant journey that will introduce you to the city more closely.
18. Boim Şapeli
On the list of places to visit in Lviv, there is the Boim Chapel , which first attracts attention with its color and then with its carvings and religious depictions .
“What color is the Boim Chapel?” You can say: It has a strange but impressive color, it draws attention in Rynok Square with its almost black color. It is claimed that when it was first made, it was cream in color. The building, which has darkened with the effect of rain water over the years, has taken on its present appearance. It looks like there's some truth to it.
The historical chapel, built by the Boim family in the early 17th century, is decorated with carvings. The Boim Chapel, designed by Andrzej Bemer, is where the tombs of George Boim and his family, of Hungarian origin, who was a wine trader and even served as mayor for a term, are located.
Religious carvings on the exterior of the chapel, family images in the interior decoration, and Bible reliefs are worth seeing. The chapel is not always open to visitors, though; maybe when you go, its doors will be open and you will have the opportunity to visit this special building.
19. Svobody Avenue
Three main features that I can describe as Svobody Avenue , that is, Freedom Avenue in Turkish: Spacious, historical and central.
Many of the buildings on Liberty Street are historical and each tells a different story. While you are wandering around here, your eyes must be on the buildings. These buildings, which attract attention with their architectural styles, are the traces of the deep-rooted historical past of the street. In general, Svobody is a street rich in historical artifacts and structures.
There are also those who like the morning calm of the square, but since it is one of the main traffic roads, it has a lively energy most of the day. It is possible to find many things a tourist expects on Liberty Street, from restaurants to cafes, culture/art centers to shopping malls.
Since it is almost impossible not to come across this place while visiting Lviv, I will not say that you should definitely go and see it. Enjoy this wide street, one of the most popular places in Lviv.
20. Museum of Lost Toys (Lviv Yard of Lost Toys)
Lviv, which does not look like Vienna with its museums, has an interesting open-air museum, even if it is not official. Moreover, this museum can be reached effortlessly via Rynok Square.
The Museum of Lost Toys , located in a side street (on the right side of the road as you descend from the High Castle), is among the most interesting places for tourists to see in the city with its unique story and a wide variety of toy collections.
So what's the story? The story of the Museum of Lost Toys, which started when a person named Vasily Petrovich found 2 toys near his house. He put these two toys in the garden in front of the apartment due to the possibility that the owner will come and take them.
It is not known whether the owner of the two toys came, but later this garden was filled with all kinds of lost, forgotten or left toys.
All kinds of toys are available in this unofficial open-air toy museum. Some are even divided into categories. Plushs, cars, dolls, in short, almost all kinds of toys are left in this area, which is now a popular and frequently visited museum among tourists.
Although the owners of some toys in the garden sometimes come out and take them, this interesting and enjoyable museum continues to exist by itself, as new ones are constantly left.
21. House of Scientists
Dazzling with its ornate interior decoration , the Scientists' House is one of the most striking and enjoyable places to visit in Lviv.
The House of Scientists, where events are organized on behalf of the Regional Education and Science Union, has witnessed different types of people and events in the past. For example, would you be surprised if this was a casino before World War II?
This magnificent house, built by Viennese Fellner & Helmer, was opened to visitors as a casino until World War II. During the war, it was the place where the people captured by the Nazis were brought.
The wooden stairs inside the building are among the most interesting parts of the house. I recommend you to see the House of Scientists as one of the impressive structures built in the Neo-Baroque style.
22. Lonsky Prison National Memorial Museum
The traces left behind by the Soviet and Nazi occupations in the history of Ukraine resurface especially in certain places. Lonsky Prison National Memorial Museum is also a historical center that brings these painful times to life and reveals the tragedies caused by the occupation regimes.
The place where the museum was established is an old prison, one of the places where all these events took place. This place has witnessed, for many years, the experiences of the occupation forces. Whatever you read and see while walking around the museum, they are all real events that took place in the prison where you walked around step by step.
The rooms that were covered with pillows so that the sounds of torture would not come out, the cell where the people awaiting their execution were put, the photographs and the notes taken by the prisoners themselves... All of these are among the things you can see at the Lonsky Prison National Memorial Museum.
Lychakiv Cemetery, which is on the list of places to visit in Lviv, is also the eternal resting place of many people who died in this torture prison. If you want to commemorate the victims of the occupation regimes and look at the history of the city from a striking perspective, you can also visit this museum.
23. Latin Cathedral
The Latin Cathedral on Rynok Square is seen as one of Lviv's most assertive and attractive buildings. Maybe I can explain the importance of the cathedral better as follows; During the Middle Ages, the whole city began to take shape by taking this structure as its center.
Three different architectural styles are spoken in the Latin Cathedral, which contrasts nicely with the elegant and simple appeal of the Boim Chapel right next to the building. Although the construction started in the 14th century, the cathedral could be completed in the 15th century as a result of some negativities; reflects the impressive harmony of baroque, gothic and renaissance architecture.
You can admire the wall and ceiling decorations of the Latin Cathedral, one of the oldest buildings in Lviv, located in the “Old Town” area. Interesting religious depictions are scrutinized by many. In addition, one of the features of the cathedral is that it is the basilica of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
The Latin Cathedral, which is older than almost all the buildings, is beautiful inside and out. As one of the longest witnesses in Lviv history, the cathedral awaits travelers to visit.
24. Bernardine Church and Convent
For those who like to visit churches, historical and religious buildings all over the city of Lviv, many of which are magnificent, offer a pleasant tour.
Bernardine Church and Monastery is one of the prominent churches of the city. This is a special church that is different with its architecture and different with its history. Both types have a value that can be included in the list of places to see in Lviv.
The façade of the church is the most magnificent example of baroque architecture in Lviv, according to many. In general, Dutch and Italian architectural features coexist in the church. As for the interior, this place also has a very impressive ambiance. Frescoes, statues and carved altars shine the interior with their dazzling beauty.
Bernardine Church with a history dating back to the early 17th century. The bell tower was built towards the middle of the 18th century. The statue of St. John, which draws attention in front of the church, was made a few years after the bell tower was built.
Bernardine Church, where rites and baptism ceremonies are actively held today, was closed from the Second World War until 1991 at the request of the Russians.
As a note, the church is also St. Let me state that he is also named Andrew. You can take a closer look at the religious, architectural and historical elements from centuries ago by walking around this church in the Old Town area.
25. Stryisky Park
Stryisky Park is one of the first places that come to mind when talking about romance in Lviv . Wandering on the paths stretching through many trees of different species, especially willow, is perfect to refresh the energy and relieve fatigue.
The willow trees of the park are famous, but the person who planted the first seed also has a great reputation in Ukraine. Ukrainian poet Shevchenko was the one who planted the first willow tree in Striky Park. Maybe his energy was mixed with the poetic look of the park.
While visiting the park, you probably won't miss the pond on which swans and ducks float. This pond has formed one of the most beautiful parts of the park. In addition, it is very fashionable to have wedding photos taken both around the pond and in the park in general. It is highly likely that you will come across the bride and groom. This is a habit of local people.
By the way, although it is not recommended to drink in the park, there is also a fountain that pours spring water. I also recommend you to see the half pear and half willow tree, one of the symbols of the park.
26. Shevchenko Boulevard
Lviv, as one of the cities where art is best kept alive, has impressive and meaningful works in its streets and squares.
Shevchenko Boulevard is named after the famous poet, painter and folk hero who contributed greatly to the development of national consciousness in Ukraine. You may have noticed that Shevchenko's name is mentioned many times while describing the list of places to visit in Lviv.
Speaking of impressive works on the streets of Lviv, I would say don't miss the Shevchenko monument standing in the middle of the boulevard. The figure next to the statue also attracts a lot of attention.
This structure is a steel relief and symbolizes national resistance and upswing. On this sculpture, which looks like a wave, there are various reliefs and figures that arouse the curiosity of the beholders.
Don't think that the boulevard ends just by walking around and seeing these sculptures. There are lots of activities you can do here. Surrounded by the most popular stores in the city, the boulevard is also a favorite of travelers who love shopping.
When you say pubs, restaurants and cafes, life flows fast everywhere. Also ideal for a nice meal or a drink break.
27. Ethnography Museum, Arts and Crafts (Lviv Museum of Ethnography, Arts and Crafts)
For travelers who enjoy visiting museums, I recommend another cultural center that they can put on their list of places to visit in Lviv: Ethnography Museum, Arts and Crafts .
The museum is extremely interesting both with its building and its concept. The aesthetic beauty of the exterior architecture of the building, especially the various sculptures and motifs, is immediately noticed. At the top of the museum building, a female figure adorned with allegorical sculptures attracts great attention. This figure symbolizes agriculture and industry.
Aesthetic elements put visitors in fashion not only outside of the building, but also inside. For example, the beauty of the columns made of water marble has given the interior a special atmosphere. Many unique details stand out in the interior decoration of the museum, including windows and stairs. The high ceilings are quite impressive.
In the museum, which was built as a 3-storey building, many objects related to Soviet culture and life are exhibited. You have the chance to see and examine many items from the period, such as furniture, clothes, jewellery, stained glass, interiors, handicrafts, watches.
28. House of Legends (Closed…)
“ Legends House ” is a cafe located in Lviv's Old Town, which has become one of the most touristic spots of the city with its unique concept.
When you look at the cafe from the outside, you get the feeling that it is an interesting place. With its interior, it seems to consist of different scenes from a fantastic movie. You can take a look at the menu at the entrance while choosing where you want to sit in the cafe, which has 11 sections designed with different themes. The back of the menu has detailed information about each part of the cafe.
In addition to eating and drinking in the cafe, you can also make your way to the penthouse, as most travelers do. If you have come to the terrace, you are in the most unique part of the cafe.
You will see a white car on the terrace. Whether you want to get on top of it or take souvenir photos of Lviv in the white car. It's not just the white car, it's the feature of the terrace that attracts so many tourists. A good luck ritual is performed where the whole place is filled with coins.
According to the belief spread by word of mouth, the bronze dwarf sitting in the chimney on the terrace with his giant cauldron in his hand may be your big chance. What you need to do is to stand out from the other people and throw the money into the lucky gnome's cauldron.
Finally, there is one more thing I would like to point out about House of Legends, that is, "House of Legends". Even if you can't hit the gnome's cauldron when you go up to the terrace, you can leave this interesting cafe happy by watching a beautiful view of Lviv.
29. Dormition Katedrali
Dormition Cathedral made a spectacular entrance to the list of places to visit in Lviv with its golden domes. The cathedral, whose history dates back to the 13th century, has a magnificent architecture. With this aspect, the Dormition Cathedral easily stands out in the Lviv Old Town.
Dormition Cathedral, which is very close to the Italian Courtyard, was designed with wooden materials when it was first built, like most buildings in the city. Later, it was badly damaged in a fire.
Most of the paintings adorning the interior are from the 17th and 18th centuries. In addition, the Chapel of the Three Saints, which can be reached by passing through the courtyard of the church, is a frequently visited area here. The cathedral, which was built as a complex, includes a library, museum, printing house and school.
30. Beer Cultural Experience Center “Lvivarnya”
Lastly, among the places to visit in Lviv, there is the Beer Cultural Experience Center “ Lvivarnya ”.
This is a museum where the presentation of the history of beer and how it is made takes place. Although it is not in or very close to the center like many places on the list of places to visit, it is a center that those who are especially interested in beer often like to visit.
The decor of this impressive museum, where you can see the production stages of beer, is among the elements that attract many. The decor reflects a modern and at the same time very warm energy. The colors and ceiling details were chosen very accurately.
There is also a bar in the museum where you can sip your beer and have a snack after completing your tour. Tasting sets of different beers are also sold. You can taste each of them and complete your tour in the beer museum with an experience that leaves a pleasant taste on your palate.
Lviv Attractions Map (Google Map)
During your trip to Lviv, I prepared a Google Maps map where you can view the locations of the places on the list practically on your smartphones and tablets. You can click on the link below to view the location of each point in the list of places to visit in Lviv on the map .
Attention to Layers
On the map of places to visit in Lviv, we have marked the sightseeing points we have introduced throughout the article, as well as our hotel recommendations, accommodation areas and all important points where shopping can be done. You can use your map in detail by opening and closing tabs such as "Places to Visit", "Hotel Recommendations" on the left side of the map.
Stay in Hotels Near Lviv Attractions
With the list of places to visit in Lviv, I made a compilation of the most beautiful and touristic points of the city. Now I would like to touch on the subject of accommodation.
As a Lviv traveler, you probably won't have many problems with accommodation. The city already has a rather small area; Most of the touristic centers are within walking distance of each other.
Where to stay in Lviv? As we explained in detail in our article titled, the places you can stay in Lviv are divided into 3 regions:
- Old Town center Rynok Square
- Lviv's most important street, Svobody Boulevard
- Around Lviv Train Station, the last stop of train transportation in the city
In my last trip to Lviv, I chose the hotel for the 4-star FERENC Hotel , which is located 15 minutes' walk from Rynok Square .
It is possible to easily reach many places on our list of places to visit in Lviv from the area where the facility is located. Since the facility is newly built, both the rooms and the common areas are very clean. If you want to review the hotel, click here .
Apart from this hotel; I can recommend the 3-star Jam Hotel Hnatyuka for those who want a slightly more economical option , and the Bankhotel for those who are looking for a better 5-star place in the center .
How to go to places to visit in Lviv?
In Lviv, there are very comfortable conditions in terms of transportation as well as accommodation. As I mentioned, the city is very small and most of the points on the list of places to visit in Lviv are only within walking distance of each other.
Accordingly, I can say that the best mode of transportation in the city is walking. In addition, discovering Lviv on foot is another taste. Traffic is also not very disturbing in general.
The tram system is also frequently used in Lviv. Apart from this, taxi, trolleybus and bus are among your urban transportation alternatives.
As an alternative to the classical means of transportation, the most beautiful vehicle where you can explore the city in a short time, effortlessly and with pleasure in Lviv is the touristic vehicle called Wonder Train.
The starting point of the train, where you will wander all the streets in the Old Town for approximately 45-60 minutes, is in front of the Town Hall in Rynok Square. The tour usually starts every hour. You may have a wait time during peak season.
Let's see how you can reach the center of the city from Lviv Airport… As we mentioned in our article on Lviv Airport Transportation , you can reach the center in a short time and with comfortable conditions after arriving at the airport in Lviv, which allows visa-free travel.
The distance isn't much anyway. Bus, express bus, trolleybus, private transfer/hotel shuttle vehicles and taxis are among your transportation options. If you want to reach your hotel comfortably with a private driver who will meet you from the airport, you can also check the airport special transportation packages .
What to Eat in Lviv?
Although Lviv cuisine is not considered one of the most famous in the world, it still offers delicious local delicacies to travelers. It is possible to say that mostly Lviv traditional dishes are prepared with meat.
In addition, beets, potatoes, cabbage and chocolate are among the most popular foods. I think you have also heard of Borsch soup, which is one of the dishes whose fame spread around the world.
In Lviv, you have many options that suit your taste and at the same time reflect the culture of the city. Detailed information about Lviv cuisine. What to eat in Lviv? Since we have mentioned it in our article, I am presenting you here as a list of local dishes:
- Borsch
- Lviv Meat Dishes
- Varenyky
- Kiev Chicken
- Kruchenyky or Zavyvantsi
- Deruny
- Pyrizhky
- Holubtsi
- dwell
- Crepe
- Shit
- Pampushky
- Holodets
- Capillaries
- Lviv Coffees
- Lviv Chocolates
Where to go for shopping in Lviv?
Lviv is a small and cute city. It is a city with small shops and boutiques rather than huge shopping malls. Moreover, like the points on the list of places to visit in Lviv, they are mostly concentrated in the center and its surroundings.
Rynok Square and its side streets are just the places to look for souvenirs. It is possible to go on a pleasant shopping tour in the beautiful streets of Lviv by walking.
If you do not want to leave empty-handed when you go to Lviv, you can enjoy the economical and wide variety of shopping options. Well, what can you buy from Lviv?
Handmade products are quite plentiful; The artistic skills of Lviv people are quite high. At the same time, local clothes, handmade chocolates, specially produced coffees, rugs… You will come across beautiful alternatives.
Pravda B. Gallery is a good address for handmade, original products. I hope you like it too.
I mostly talked about the traditional products specific to the city, but I can say that the shopping range in Lviv is broad in general.
You will also find places selling antiques and books on the streets. Apart from the streets, some famous shops, especially antique items, are offered for sale. Gothic Hall Antique is also a nice shop that I can recommend.
Shopping malls are also among the places to shop in Lviv, although there are not many. In particular, you can visit Victoria Gardens, King's Cross Leopolis and Forum Lviv; You can find many products such as technology, clothing, decoration and cosmetics. On the other hand, in Opera Passage, there are shops that fall into the luxury category.
To summarize, here are the prominent shopping spots of Lviv:
- Rynok Square/Svobody Street
- Pravda B. Gallery
- Gothic Hall Antique
- Chocolate Factory/Coffee Maker
- King Cross Leopolis
- Victoria Gardens
- Forum Lviv
- Opera Passage
Finally, Roshen's store, the most famous chocolate brand in Ukraine, is located close to the Bernardine Church. You can buy economical and boutique products for yourself and your loved ones.
Places to Visit in Lviv in the Evening
There are many places to visit in Lviv during the day, but this is a very energetic city in the evenings. I can say that especially Lviv's nightlife is very lively and it is among the leading cities of Europe with the entertainment it offers until the first light of the morning.
Here are some places you can visit in Lviv in the evening:
- Rynok MeydanI
- Shevchenko Boulevard
- Svobody Street
Places to Visit in Lviv in Rainy/Cold Weather
Lviv can experience very cold periods during the winter months, especially between October and April. Fortunately, it is not possible to have an empty day in cold or rainy weather because there are many art centers, churches and museums in the city.
If you come across a very cold or rainy weather when you travel to Lviv, I have prepared a list of places you can visit:
- Opera Evi
- Potocki Palace
- Dominican Cathedral and Convent
- Armenian Cathedral
- Arsenal Museum
- Pharmacy Museum
- Korniakt Palace
- St. George Cathedral
- Chocolate Factory
- Coffee Maker
- House of Scientists
- Lonsky Prison National Memorial Museum
- Latin Cathedral
- Bernardine Church and Convent
- Ethnographic Museum, Arts and Crafts
- Beer Cultural Experience Center “Lvivarnya”
- Dormition Katedrali
In summary, where to visit in Lviv?
We have come to the end of my article about Lviv, Ukraine's modern western face. The 30 most popular tourist spots that I have chosen for the list of places to visit in Lviv will introduce you to this charming city in many ways.
Lviv, as I mentioned throughout the article, is a small and easily navigable city. If the best way to visit a city is to walk around its streets, you will be extremely comfortable in this regard. Almost all of the places on the list are in and around the center. They are also very close to each other.
It offers comfortable conditions in terms of transportation, as well as being an economical city, which further increases the attractiveness of Lviv among travelers. You can travel around the city economically, have a pleasant time in its places and stay.
Of course, we should not forget about shopping. As I said in the related title, a wide range of shopping is laid out in front of you. Prices are also mostly affordable.
As a result, Lviv is among the most beautiful travel destinations in Europe. If you create a list of places to visit before you go, you will both make good use of your time and visit the highlights of the city. Here is a sample trip list for Lviv:
- Rynok MeydanI
- Opera Evi
- High Castle
- Town Hall and Ratusha Castle
- Lychakiv Cemetery
- Potocki Palace
- Pharmacy Museum
- Armory (Arsenal Museum)
- Armenian Cathedral
- Dominican Cathedral and Convent
So, what are your thoughts on “Places to visit in Lviv”? At the end of the article, you can share what you want to add and your suggestions by commenting with us.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Places To Visit In Lviv
Some frequently asked questions about places to visit in Lviv…
What are the must-see places in Lviv?
Must-see places in Lviv include Rynok Square, Potocki Palace, Opera House, Lychakiv Cemetery, Dominican Cathedral and Convent, Pharmacy Museum and Armenian Cathedral.
What are the free places to visit in Lviv?
Popular touristic spots such as Rynok Square, High Fortress, Chocolate Factory and Ivan Franko Park are among the free places to visit in Lviv.
What are the most famous museums in Lviv?
The most famous museums in Lviv are the Armory Museum, the Pharmacy Museum, the Museum of Local Architecture and Rural Life, the National Memorial Museum and the Ethnographic Museum.
How many days to stay in Lviv?
You can visit and see many parts of Lviv, which is a small city, in 2-3 days.
When to go to Lviv?
Usually travelers prefer to go to Lviv in the summer. The weather is cold from October to April. For travelers who love winter, the most beautiful periods of the city are between November and January.
How to get from Lviv Airport to the city center?
You can reach the city center from the airport by bus, express bus, taxi, transfer/hotel shuttle vehicles and trolleybus.
Where to stay in Lviv?
The most ideal places to stay in Lviv are Rynok Square, around Lviv Train Station and Svobody Boulevard.