The territory of the peninsula looks like a fabulous land of entertainment. At any time of the year, you can find something to your liking, learn a lot of interesting things, improve your health, and have fun. The parks of Crimea allow you to travel through ancient eras, to be transported to fabulous countries, to get acquainted with the history of Russia, the ancient world, biographies of prominent personalities. A trip to the peninsula turns into fun lessons for children, lessons in history, geography, literature, biology. Adults gladly join such an exciting journey into the world of knowledge. An important advantage of most park complexes: they are aimed at visitors of different ages. Many Crimean recreational areas have repeatedly had difficult times, but local residents managed to preserve most of the natural, man-made monuments in their original, interesting form for visitors.
Crimea in miniature
A visit to the unique open-air park in Evpatoria allows you to get acquainted with the main Crimean sights, without going on a trip around the entire peninsula, and enjoy the beauty of nature. Today in Crimea there are 3 similar recreational zones, each of which has its own distinctive features. An important advantage of the complex: it is allowed to take photos and videos here (payment for the right to shoot objects is initially included in the ticket price).
Kids under 3 years old can visit the amazing place for free. There is a discount system for excursion groups over 10 people. The most exciting sight begins in the park at nightfall, when numerous light bulbs are lit. Daily enchanting light shows are recognized as his trademark. For the sake of such beauty, numerous tourists repeatedly come to the entertainment complex.
Foros park
This recreational area, according to the Crimeans and guests of the peninsula, has a special energy. The park traces its history back to 1834; representatives of famous Russian noble and merchant families, including the Raevskys, Ushakovs, Kuznetsovs, contributed to its development at different times. The vegetation of the 70-hectare landscape complex is a mix of local and exotic plants brought from America, Asia and Australia.
An ancient palace has been preserved here; today it is owned by the Foros sanatorium (like most of the recreational zone). The territory of the unique monument of gardening art is divided into 3 sections. Numerous lakes, ponds, waterfalls are located in its central part. A visit to the recreation area is free, parking services are paid. In the lower part of the park, there are mini-ponds with goldfish, cafes, and retail outlets. Here you can admire the lotuses, devote time to a beach holiday.
Miskhorsky park
The monument of garden and steam art with an area of 23 hectares is considered by historians to be the oldest in Crimea. It is recognized as one of the best areas of the peninsula for families with children. The history of the park, named after its location, is closely connected with representatives of the famous Russian dynasties Witte, Potemkin, Naryshkin, Tolstoy. Before the revolution, noble dachas were located on its territory, which under Soviet rule were rebuilt into sanatorium buildings. Here Chekhov and Gorky created their works.
Large damage to the complex at the end of the last - the beginning of this century was caused by uncontrolled development of the territory. Part of the park area today is the property of hotels and sanatoriums, where access to unauthorized persons is prohibited. A toll cable car runs through Miskhora. Areas open to the free visit: palm alley 120 meters long, sites with views of the sea and monuments, sports facilities. There are regular celebrations for children, concerts, historical reenactments.
Livadia park
The attraction on the slope of Mount Mogabi traces its history back to the 19th century. The park area covers about 48 hectares. It is famous for fountains, gazebos, alleys. The collection of trees, bush plants, flowers of the landscape complex has more than 400 species, some of them are grown specifically for this place.
There are no large playgrounds and attractions. Its main value: clean air and magnificent views. One of the visiting cards of the complex: a monument to the Russian emperor-peacemaker Alexander III. This recreational area is mainly chosen for recreation by fans of walking, casual communication in the fresh air. There is an elevator and a tunnel, thanks to which you can easily go down to the sea.
Vorontsovsky park
The unique palace and park complex in the city of Alupka is called the pearl of the peninsula by tourists and locals. A visit to the recreational area is paid. It is open every day, but the duration of its work, the cost of tickets for different categories of tourists depends on the season. There are 2 types of excursions: walking and by electric car. The object is primarily focused on group visits by tourists.
A unique atmosphere of antiquity reigns here, everything reminds of the former owners: representatives of the ancient princely family of the Vorontsovs. The complex was created according to the models of European, Asian, Moorish palace parks, however, Italian and English styles play the first violin in it. A large number of conifers and exotic shrubs grow on the territory of the recreational zone. In spring and summer, numerous tourists come especially to Alupka to admire the flowering of magnolias.
Dreamwood Amusement Park
The entertainment complex in the village of Opolznevo is open every day except Monday and Tuesday. It is focused on family vacations with children of different ages. The object belongs to the hotel "Mriya Resort", on whose territory it is located. In "Dreamwood" there are extreme attractions, indoor playgrounds where you can relax in any weather. On the territory of the recreational zone there are many shady alleys, interesting monuments, places for recreation with their own surprises.
The area of the complex is 45,000 square meters. Dreamwood is divided into areas whose heart is the wonderful Adventure Tree. On the territory there are a golf club, a small water park, a rope park, an interactive attraction "Gold diggers", carousels, playgrounds for intellectual games. Quests and entertainment events are regularly held in Dreamwood.
Miniature park
The entertainment complex in Bakhchisarai occupies 2.5 hectares. Today it is the leader among 3 similar parks in Crimea in terms of the number of entertainment facilities. On the territory of the complex there are 70 models of the main attractions of the peninsula, figurines of cartoon characters, a zoo, a climbing wall, a rope park, a colorful playground.
This place is focused on families with children. The rides are designed for girls and boys of different age groups. The park is open every day, photography and video filming are allowed in it (they are included in the ticket price). The complex provides discounts on excursions for different groups of tourists, including bikers, cyclists, large families.
Aivazovsky park
A unique monument of gardening art - the pride and visiting card of the Partenit settlement - was once part of the estate of the famous Russian military dynasty of the Raevskys. Pushkin, Griboyedov, Aivazovsky stayed here. The complex has another popular name: Paradise.Literally translated from English, it means: "paradise".
A mystical place on the mountain slopes that surround the sea bay, fascinates children and adults with its beauty. "Paradise" is a complex of groves and thematic zones. The territory is rich in natural, man-made reservoirs; statues of Russian celebrities and ancient gods are installed in the park. Paradise Corner is open every day. Its visit is paid (an exception is only for vacationers in the sanatorium "Aivazovskoe").
Park of lions "Taigan"
The project is considered unique and scandalous at the same time. The area of a private safari park on the shores of the Taigan reservoir exceeds 30 hectares. It houses the largest collection of carnivores in Europe. The main inhabitants of the complex are lions and tigers. Earlier, a military unit functioned on this territory, its equipment acts today as exhibits.
In "Taigan" you can see jaguars, leopards, bison, rare white lions, raccoons, giraffes and other animals. The complex includes a petting zoo and a Bird House, where pink flamingos live. The most popular park entertainment: car and helicopter rides, feeding of predators. "Taigan" has a developed infrastructure, it includes a hotel, cafes, shops.
Karadag nature reserve
The protected zone in the southeastern part of the peninsula strikes with a variety of landscapes. Its second name is the T.I. Vyazemsky. Millions of years ago, volcanic eruptions took place here, whose lava formed bizarre rock massifs. On the territory of the reserve there are the sea coast, swamps, steppes, oak and hornbeam forests. More than 2,500 plant species (including endangered and rare ones) grow in this area.
The reserve is home to over 3000 species of insects. Here you can see wild boars, stone martens, foxes, roe deer, Crimean lizards, bottlenose dolphins, porpoises, crested cormorants and other representatives of the fauna. An important part of the complex is the museum and the dolphinarium. The excursion programs of the protected area are designed for group visits. Concerts, festivals, meetings with famous scientists, writers, poets, and artists are regularly held at the creative venues of the reserve.
Massandra park
On the peninsula, 2 objects at once bear this name, which are located in the same area. The first park surrounds the Massandra Palace, the second is located below the Southern Highway, closer to the Donbass sanatorium. Upper Massandra Park is famous for its roses. His heart: a lawn and two large alleys. There is a pool with water lilies on the territory, ancient sculptures are placed, giant sequoias grow.
In the Lower Massandra Park there is a large collection of exotic plants. It is recognized as a monument of national importance and is associated with the history of the Vorontsov princely family. The recreational area covers over 40 hectares. Here you can see exotic and local types of flowers, shrubs, trees. The complex consists of 3 terraces. One of the jewels of his flora collection: the 1000-year-old yew, named after Lesia Ukrainka.
Karalar natural park
The landscape monument occupies more than 6,000 hectares in the northern part of the Kerch Peninsula; it attracts mainly fans of camping. The park covers the coastal zone of the Sea of Azov, it includes a tract and steppes. The unique object consists of 4 parts, the largest of them: nature conservation and recreational. A smaller part of it is occupied by plots intended for economic activity.
The place does not have a developed infrastructure for mass entertainment. Its main attractions are ancient buildings and "generals' beaches" with well-heated water even in May. There are no sources of fresh water and trees in the Karalar park (exception: Syuyush Tash bay), it is forbidden to kindle fires.
Park "Tarkhankutsky"
The object is located in the western part of the peninsula, where monuments of an ancient civilization dating back to the Neolithic era have been discovered. The Scythians lived here, there was a Greek colony. During the Soviet era, sheep breeding and viticulture were actively developing on the territory. By the beginning of this century, agricultural production fell into decay, tourism, work in shell quarries turned out to be the main sources of income in Tarkhankut.
The National Natural Park is open to the public free of charge. On its territory there are 4 types of routes of various lengths: walking, cycling, automobile, sea. "Tarkhankutsky" includes the landscape and recreational park "Atlesh". The natural monument invariably attracts the attention of fans of tourism and camping. Environmental education events for schoolchildren are regularly held at Tarkhankut.
Botanical reserve "New World"
The attraction is located near the village of the same name. The nature reserve dates back to 1974, but the area acquired its special status much earlier. "Novy Svet" occupies the coast of 3 bays, its visit is paid. On the territory you can see rare species of pines, junipers, orchids, tulips, crocuses. The main natural monuments of the reserve: mountains, rocks, grottoes. Many representatives of the flora that grow here are not found anywhere else on Earth.
To preserve the ecological balance, tourists are allowed to move around the territory in groups, accompanied by scientific workers along two routes: Karaul-Oba and the Golitsin trail. The second reminds of the famous princely family that contributed to the prosperity of the peninsula. The Tsar's beach is located on the territory of the reserve. "Novy Svet" was a resting place for the family of the last Russian emperor, the great singer Fyodor Chaliapin and other famous personalities.
Nikitsky Botanical Garden
Age of the landscape monument with an area of 1100 hectares: more than 200 years. The Botanical Garden serves as a research institute and tourist attraction. The garden is located in the vicinity of Yalta. Its structure includes: the Black Sea reserve "Cape Martyan", an arboretum with 2000 representatives of the flora world, an indoor greenhouse with cacti and tropical plants, a "Garden of Eden" with magnificent flowers, several parks (including the Upper and Lower), olive and cedar groves , artificial reservoirs.
The oldest Crimean library, a museum dedicated to the history of the development of the flora, is located here. The number of objects on the territory of the garden is constantly increasing. One of them is the Montedor Park with unique plants obtained by selection. Celebrations in honor of roses, chrysanthemums and other flowers in the famous garden, tastings (held every hour) of delicacies from fruit plants are invariably popular with tourists.
Ghost valley
The mystical place is located on the territory of the Demerdzhi tract. The magnificent sculptures in the valley were created by Mother Nature with the help of winds, sunlight, earthquakes, precipitation. A man-made landmark is also located nearby: fragments of an ancient fortress. Among the famous figures of the valley: "statues" of Catherine the Great and a magical girl. The "sculpture" of the Empress looks especially impressive at nightfall. The play of light and shadow creates the illusion that the statues come to life and begin to move.
A contribution to the mystical halo of the area is made by the fact that here you can observe how the shadow of a person against the background of fog begins to move independently or becomes surrounded by a rainbow halo. Fans of Soviet cinema strive to visit the valley (visit to the object is paid) in order to see firsthand the places captured in films with the participation of Yuri Nikulin, Natalya Varley, and other famous movie stars.
Catherine garden
A park of culture with this name operates in Simferopol.The object in the central part of the city was founded more than 200 years ago, following the model of English gardens. Later, a summer theater and a restaurant were built on its territory, and a monument to Catherine the Great was erected. In Soviet times, the figure of the empress was removed. The result of numerous transformations was the reduction of the area of the unique garden. The first wave of its reconstruction in the new century led to the fact that the park began to resemble a swamp.
Relatively recently, the situation was corrected, a new monument to the Empress and her loyal companions was erected on the territory. Of the old attractions of the garden (admission is free), only the fountain has survived. There are areas for quiet and active recreation, a giant chess playground, and many flower beds. There is a hotel and a cinema in the park. The flora collection of the complex includes more than 800 valuable species of trees and shrubs. The garden is open around the clock.
Anna Akhmatova park
Tourists call the object one of the business cards of Sevastopol. The complex is open around the clock, it is located partly on the sea coast. The structure of the park includes a beach, a cafe, but it is relatively uncrowded here. The object occupies 2 tiers connected by a cascade staircase. Several years ago, the complex was reconstructed, it was decorated with new flower beds.
On the territory there are children's playgrounds. Installed video surveillance equipment to ensure the safety of vacationers. The main value of the recreational area: its magnificent landscapes, lack of people, spaciousness, comfortable conditions for walking.
Grand canyon
The territory of the reserve is one of the leaders among the most visited Crimean sites. The attraction is located in the Bakhchisarai region. Boulders, boulders, cliffs, numerous waterfalls, streams, rivers, lakes are a mesmerizing sight. The canyon was, according to the official version, opened less than 100 years ago, but references to it in documents are found earlier.
The flora of the natural monument is unique. The canyon is home to relict trees, rare species of orchids and ferns. It is important for tourists to understand that the territory of the reserve is a dangerous place for independent travel. Landslides and rockfalls regularly occur here. Today, excursions are only allowed along 2 routes. They allow you to see the main attractions of the area.
Eco-park "Lukomorye"
The entertainment complex in Sevastopol was created specifically for families with children. The entrance to its territory is free. Lukomorye has many attractions for every age and taste. There are cafes, a petting zoo, and sites for extreme entertainment. In "Lukomorye" there is an opportunity to observe the work of craftsmen, to try your hand at making handicrafts.
The number of entertainments for the eco-park is constantly increasing. The complex is open daily. Its infrastructure includes museums dedicated to ice cream, marmalade, Indians, Soviet childhood, sculptural groups with characters from favorite cartoons and fairy tales, an exhibition of giant dinosaurs, and a space exhibition.
Aquapark "Zurbagan"
Named after the city of dreams invented by Alexander Green, the entertainment complex is popular with adults and children. "Zurbagan" in Sevastopol is open daily, the water park occupies 2 hectares and is famous for numerous water attractions. The beach "Aquamarine" is open next to it. Every year "Zurbagan" begins its work in June and ends in September. On its territory there are cafes, pizzerias, barbecue, snack bar, cafe-bar, recreation areas.
Zurbagan is divided into age zones. A separate place among them is occupied by a section intended for extreme attractions. A special swimming pool is installed in the complex for young visitors. There is also entertainment for kids in the mini-pool with water cannons and fountains. The heart of "Zurbagan": a central pool with geysers, hydromassage areas.
Cape Fiolent
On this territory of Sevastopol there is a sanctuary of the same name. Cape Fiolent (Feolent) is mentioned in biblical traditions associated with the Apostle Andrew the First-Called. The natural monument was born thanks to volcanic rocks millions of years ago. This is one of the most mystical places on the planet, associated with phenomena, according to numerous legends, saints and archangels.
The cape attracts the attention of numerous Christian pilgrims; there is a monastery at its foot. It is noteworthy: in ancient times, temples dedicated to Artemis were located here, and events unfolded about which the great storyteller Homer told. There are small, modest beaches around the cape. The place attracts the attention of diving enthusiasts, admirers of the work of Aivazovsky and Serov, who captured the natural monument on their canvases.
Almond Grove Water Park
The complex operates in Alushta. It is part of a huge tourist recreational area, where hotels, villas, entertainment facilities for adults and children are located. The water park is open daily from June to September. The highest ticket prices are here in the afternoon. For children from large families, free admission to the complex is provided.
Almond Grove is divided into zones with swimming pools for children and adults, attractions (including water slides). There are open-air bars in it. Among the most popular places of the entertainment complex: the extreme high-speed attraction "Anaconda", a game pool with a grotto and fountains. On the territory of the "Almond Grove" you can feel the atmosphere of a sea storm, having visited the wave pool, of which the waterfall is a part.
Aquapark "Atlantis"
It is called one of the most beautiful places on the Crimean peninsula. The water entertainment zone is located in Yalta. Visitors to the family-run hotel Atlantida can visit the attractions free of charge. Advice to those who are planning a long stay in Crimea with accommodation in other hotels, the private sector: it is better to purchase subscription tickets to the water park. So you can save money and not deny yourself the pleasure of visiting a wonderful place many times.
Atlantis is open seasonally. The restaurant of the same name is located nearby. The atmosphere of the water park reminds of ancient myths, adventures of legendary heroes. In addition to the slides, the complex has an aquadrome, a children's pool and a wave pool. Animators are constantly working in Atlantis. On his birthday, every hero of the occasion can visit the water park for free.
Cinema Park "Viking"
The entertainment complex in the valley of the Red Caves is open all year round, but in winter it is open only 2 days: on Saturday and Sunday. The summer schedule used to provide for daily excursions, in 2020 it was reduced to 4 days a week. On the territory of "Viking" there are architectural objects built according to the canons of the Middle Ages. A standard movie park tour takes 40 minutes.
The complex is named after the film of the same name, which was filmed in the area. On its territory, the atmosphere of everyday life, the life of the Vikings is authentically recreated. The cinema park is a popular venue for master classes in ancient crafts, historical reenactments, corporate events, javelin throwing and archery competitions. It is noteworthy: the Scandinavian settlement in Crimea existed in reality 1000 years ago during the reign of Jarl Harald the Severe.
