Rostov Veliky
17 places
Abraham Monastery
Rostov Veliky, Zhelyabovskaya St, 32
Avraamiev Bogoyavlensky Monastery in Rostov Veliky is one of Russia's oldest monasteries founded before 990 by St. Avraam of Rostov. It features a stone Bogoyavlensky Cathedral built upon Ivan the Terrible's order after capturing Kazan in 1553-1554. Before the 16th century, monastery buildings were wooden. In 1994, Nikolsky Church was consecrated at the entrance and female monastic life resumed in 2003. Initially, it served as a center for regional Christianization and had defensive significance.
White Palace
Rostov Veliky, Kreml St
The White Hall in Rostov Veliky is a one-pillared refectory hall of the metropolitan house built around 1675. Here, the Museum of Church Antiquities opened in 1883 using original historical equipment from that time. Today, the White Hall displays a modern exhibition recreating the appearance of the initial museum based on archival materials and visual sources. It is one of the key ceremonial buildings of the ensemble of the Rostov Kremlin.
City Garden of Rostov
Rostov Veliky, Sovetskaya Sq, 20b
City Garden of Rostov Veliky, opened in 1830, was initially created to improve the health of city residents by purifying the air around Lake Nero. After the 2012 reconstruction, it became a popular family park with attractions, children's playgrounds and various entertainments: bicycles, electric cars, water balls. Formerly there were also carousels, a restaurant and the city's only fountain.
State Museum-Reserve "Rostov Kremlin"
Rostov Veliky, Kreml St
State Museum-Reserve "Rostov Kremlin" is located in the historical center of Rostov Veliky. Founded in 1883, it occupies the territory of the ancient Rostov Archiepiscopal House built by Metropolitan Ioann III Sysoevich at the end of the 17th century. It includes unique museums such as "Museum of Church Antiquities", "Enameling Museum", "Porcelain Museum" and exhibition "Treasures of Rostov Kremlin". The complex is an important example of Old Russian architecture and a major attraction of Russia's Golden Ring.
Shlyakova House
Rostov Veliky, Proletarskaya St, 46
Shlyakov House in Rostov Veliky is located at Proletarskaya Street, 46. It is a historical city merchant mansion built initially in the early 19th century and later reconstructed in the 1870s. After restoration, it houses a memorial exhibition about I.A. Shlyakov's life and displays collections of porcelain, earthenware, and Karas ceramic wares. The building also has significant memorial significance as it belonged to the renowned founder of the Rostov museum. Since 2016, the house has been used as a museum facility.
Uspensky Sobor Zvonnitsa
Rostov Veliky, Sobornaya Sq, 1
The belfry of Uspensky Cathedral in Rostov Veliky is famous for its largest bell "Sisoy" weighing 32 tons. Here were filmed the famous chase scene from the movie "Ivan Vasilievich Changes Profession". The belfry has 15 ancient bells whose sound is often used in cinema, theater and music. Rostov bells have long been a symbol of the city and leave vivid impressions on visitors to the Rostov Kremlin.
CourtYard
Rostov Veliky, Kamennyy Most St, 1
Stables Courtyard in Rostov Veliky is an architecture monument of the late 17th century located near Stone Bridge Street. After numerous renovations in the 18th and 19th centuries, the building reopened as a museum object after restoration from 2013 to 2019. Today, here is an exhibition "Armory of Rostov Kremlin" including over 400 exhibits from different epochs. The building is part of the ensemble of Rostov Kremlin and previously used for barracks, warehouses and market stalls.
Metropolitan's Garden Rostov Kremlin
Rostov Veliky, Kreml St
Metropolitan Garden is located in Rostov Veliky, being part of the archiepiscopal residence of Rostov Kremlin. The garden has a cross shape and typical plant composition of the late 17th century. In its northern part there are traces of an ancient monastic building revealed by archaeological excavations. The reconstruction of the garden was carried out at the end of the 1990s according to the project of architect A.G. Melnik. It was founded by Metropolitan Ioann at the end of the 17th century during the completion of the formation of the architectural ensemble of the Kremlin.
Rostov Merchant Museum
Rostov Veliky, Leninskaya St, 32
The Rostov Merchant Museum is located in a historical mansion that belonged to the Kekina family from 1835 to 1917. After restoration, the museum opened its doors in August 2008. It features an exhibition called "Kekins - Family, Fate, Legacy," which tells the story of the local merchant dynasty and life of Rostov merchants. Visitors can learn about the genealogy of merchant families, their way of life, trade activities, charity work, and public engagement.
Rostov Enamel Museum
Rostov Veliky, Borisoglebskoe Hwy, 3
The Museum of Factory "Rostovskaya Finif't" is located at Boriso-Glebskoe Highway, 3 in Rostov Veliky. Visitors can trace the history of the emergence of painted enamel-finif't from the second half of the XVIII century and learn about the traditions and lifestyle of workshops of the XIX century. The exhibition features works by famous artists and jewelers from different eras. In addition, guests can personally observe the process of creating enamel miniatures and assembling jewelry directly on the working production site.
Enameling Museum in Rostov Kremlin
Rostov Veliky, Kreml St
The Enamel Museum in Rostov Kremlin is located in the oldest building of the Judicial Chancery. It houses the largest collection of enamel artworks from its inception in mid-18th century to present day. Visitors can observe the evolution of techniques and themes of painting, learn about the use of enamel in church rituals and decorative-applied arts. The collection features works by masters from different eras, showcasing the development of technology and style of this unique Russian enamel.
Lake Nero
Rostov Veliky, shore of Lake Nero
Lake Nero is the largest lake in Yaroslavl region located near Rostov Veliky. The age of the lake dates back hundreds of thousands of years, formed during melting of Moscow glacier. It is one of the oldest natural sites in the region, whose picturesque surface reflects walls of ancient monasteries and domes of churches of the city. The total area of the lake is about 52 km² with a length up to 13 km and width up to 8 km.
Spaso-Yakovlevsky Dmitriev Monastery
Rostov Veliky, Engelsa St, 44
Spaso-Yakovlevsky Dmitriev Monastery in Rostov Veliki — an architectural ensemble of the 18th-19th centuries situated near Lake Nero. Established no later than 1389. The complex comprises the Dmitriev Cathedral, Saint James the Apostle Church, Spas and Resurrection Churches, bell tower, and monastic buildings. The earliest church is the Conception Cathedral built in 1686–1687. The monastery serves as a significant sightseeing spot and a prominent view of the city from the lake.
Trading Rows
Rostov Veliky, 50 Let Oktyabrya St, 5
Trading Rows in Rostov Veliky are an historical complex of buildings constructed between 1780 and 1798 by architect Ivan Levenhagen. Located on the city's main square, these rows originally served for the famous Rostov Fair. Later, columns, plasterwork and decorative elements were added, enhancing their beauty and expressiveness. Today, they continue to operate as trading stalls, preserving the traditional purpose of the complex.
Uspensky Cathedral
Rostov Veliky, Sobornaya Sq, 1
Uspensky Cathedral in Great Rostov is the oldest building of the city, founded in 1508 by Grand Prince Vasily III. It is the oldest surviving structure of Rostov and an important part of the Cathedral Square ensemble connected with the architecture of Rostov Kremlin. The cathedral's design was based on churches from Moscow and Vladimir Kremlins. Visiting the cathedral is usually included in many city tours.
Odigitria Church
Rostov Veliky, Kreml St
The Church of Odigitrii in Rostov Veliky is a monument of Moscow Baroque built in 1692-1693. Inside the temple after restoration original wall paintings and rococo-style picture seals were restored. Now there is an exhibition "Treasures of the Rostov Kremlin" including artworks from the 17th to 19th centuries. This place combines the functions of architectural structure and museum, being a unique cultural heritage object.
Spaso-Preobrazhensky Cathedral
Rostov Veliky, Kreml St
The Church of the Savior on the Roof Beams in Rostov Veliky is located in the center of the Kremlin and is part of the gatehouse churches complex. Its interior is connected by passages to other temples and accessible for tourists. The main attraction is the unique fresco painting of the late 17th century, which has been well preserved after restoration. From the windows of the church there are picturesque views of the central square of the Kremlin and the Metropolitan Garden. Here you can also see exhibits used during the restoration work.
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