About Donetsk
Donetsk is one of Ukraine's major cities, home to around 901,645 people.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Donetsk
1
Ahat Cami Mosque
2
Roman Catholic church of parish of St. Joseph
3
Temple of the Exaltation of the Cross
4
Sviato-Voskresens'kyi temple
5
Forged Figures Park
6
Istoki Kalmiusa (Kalmius Source) Nature Monument
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Donetsk minizoo
8
Ukraine National academy botanical garden
Budget travel
Free things to do in Donetsk
Ahat Cami Mosque
Roman Catholic church of parish of St. Joseph
Temple of the Exaltation of the Cross
Sviato-Voskresens'kyi temple
Forged Figures Park
Istoki Kalmiusa (Kalmius Source) Nature Monument
Ukraine National academy botanical garden
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Ahat Cami Mosque
- Visit Roman Catholic church of parish of St. Joseph
- Visit Temple of the Exaltation of the Cross
- Eat at Eli-peli Restaurant
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Sviato-Voskresens'kyi temple
- Visit Forged Figures Park
- Visit Istoki Kalmiusa (Kalmius Source) Nature Monument
- Eat at Sely zely
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Donetsk minizoo
- Visit Ukraine National academy botanical garden
- Visit Ukrainskyi steppe Sculpture Park
- Eat at McDonald's
Where to eat
Local favourites
Eli-peli Restaurant
Japanese & Italian cuisine, free Wi-Fi
Sely zely
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast food, Wi-Fi. Other unit Str. Postysheva, 119 phone +380 62 332-55-50
Ukrainske bistro
Fast food.
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Victoria Hotel
Swimming pool.
Donbass Palace Hotel
Tourist information center, Wi-Fi. In 2004 a hotel was opened as an elite five-star hotel «Donbass Palas». A hotel consists of 129 numbers,
- $
Atlas Hotel
Formerly a Ramada, it offers pretty contemporary lodging.
- $
Ekonom
Basic but clean and comfortable lodging if you don't mind sharing a toilet.
Shopping
- Paduano-arte, gallery
- Metro Cash & Carry Supermarket, Shopping centre
- Putylovski shopping arcade
- Maiak Shopping centre
- Sievier Plaza Shopping centre
- Donetsk-City Shopping centre
Nightlife
- E-moe
- Bar Strike
- Svoi Sport bar
Museums & culture
- Ahat Cami Mosque
- Roman Catholic church of parish of St. Joseph
- Temple of the Exaltation of the Cross
- Sviato-Voskresens'kyi temple
- Istoki Kalmiusa (Kalmius Source) Nature Monument
In pictures
Donetsk gallery
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