If you ever travel to Ukraine, there are several places that you must visit. One of them is Odessa, a beautiful southern city with a population of over one million people. And it’s definitely different from any other city of Ukraine due to its fascinating architecture, green parks and, of course, the Black Sea. Odessa has rich history and there are many places of interest to see. It’s historical heritage won’t leave you indifferent. For example, some of the most known tourist places are the following:

Potyomkin Stairs, the 142-metre-long stairs-phenomenon that does not get narrow if you look at it from above and it seems much shorter than when you look at it from below;

Catacombs of Odessa are complex and the biggest in the world underground labyrinths. The catacombs spread under Odessa and its suburbs for 2,5 thousand kilometers, in some places their depth is 100 m.

Also, you should not miss numerous museums and the local seaport that is considered one of the most important ports of the Black Sea and plays a big role in the transportation system and the economy of the country.

Odessa was always a multicultural city where many people of different nationalities lived for many centuries. And all of them influenced the culture of Odessa. You can find many national restaurants and cafes where you can taste cuisines from different parts of the world.

And if you want to entertain and to have an exciting time in the evening, then the city can offer many night clubs and disco bars. The best ones are located on the coastal line of Arkadia. The most popular clubs in Arkadia are “Itaka” and “Ibiza”. The Ukrainian and Russian celebrities often perform here.

In order not to get lost in the city and not to miss any of its attractions, it is recommended to buy a tourist guide. As a tourist city, Odessa has many kiosks that specialize in helping people to know the city better.

Another problem that may face you is booking a room in the hotel. If you go to Odessa in summer, then you will probably find the hotel prices rather expensive. But there is always a solution: many locals rent out their rooms and apartments to tourists for a smaller money. So you can choose an option that suits you better simply using Google search and numerous websites that provide different options for living in the city.