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
Svyato-Iverskiy Ukrainian Orthodox Nunnery
4
Temple of the Exaltation of the Cross
5
Sviato-Voskresens'kyi temple
6
Forged Figures Park
7
Kyivskyi district Court
8
Kyivskyi district State Administration
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
Kyivskyi district Court
Kyivskyi district State Administration
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 Svyato-Iverskiy Ukrainian Orthodox Nunnery
- Eat at Eli-peli Restaurant
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Temple of the Exaltation of the Cross
- Visit Sviato-Voskresens'kyi temple
- Visit Forged Figures Park
- Eat at Sely zely
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Kyivskyi district Court
- Visit Kyivskyi district State Administration
- Visit Istoki Kalmiusa (Kalmius Source) Nature Monument
- Eat at McDonald's
Where to eat
Eli-peli Restaurant
Sely zely
McDonald's
Ukrainske bistro
Where to stay
- The Red Cat hostel
- Victoria Hotel
- Ekonom
- Donbass Palace Hotel
- Atlas Hotel
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
In pictures
Donetsk gallery
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