Sights of Adler - what to see in 2-3 days in Adler, where to go on your own

Content

• Olympic Park
• Amusement park "Sochi Park"
• Imeretinskaya embankment
• Park "Riviera"
• Marine Station
• Sochi Arboretum
• Stalin's dacha
• Mount Akhun and Agur waterfalls
• Zmeykovskie waterfalls
• Sky Park
• Rosa Khutor
• Krasnaya Polyana (“Gorki-gorod”)
• Abandoned sanatorium named after. Ordzhonikidze
• How to book

Sochi is one of the few cities that combines beach, active, historical and romantic holidays. Picturesque nature, clean beaches and developed infrastructure - there is definitely something to see in Sochi and Adler. Today we will show you the best attractions in the city of Sochi, which attract hundreds of tourists every day.

When is the best time to come to Adler

The holiday season in Adler lasts from April to October, but it is warm here all year round. Many tourists prefer to come in April or September because at this time of year it is warm like summer, but the prices are much lower. In addition, if you rent a hotel room, the best ones may be occupied.

I came to Sochi in August. I expected the “velvet season” to be warm and tender, but it turned out to be dry and sultry. Therefore, now I come to such southern cities in September.

Olympic Park

Where is it located: Adlersky district, Olimpiysky Prospekt, 21 Visiting time: 30 minutes – 1 hour Price: free Opening hours: 24 hours a day

A visit to the Olympic Park is necessary in order to feel the spirit of the Olympic Games - the main sporting event of 2014. Now it is the main attraction of the city. What can you see in the park?

• Big Ice Palace,
• training arena,
• Fisht Football Stadium,
• Autodrome with racing track,
• Skating Center,
• Fountains,
• sculptures,
• Sports grounds,
• Rare plants.

The Olympic Park has singing fountains, which are used to organize evening shows. Their opening hours: in summer - from 20:30 to 21:30, in spring and autumn - from 19:00 to 20:00, in winter - from 18:00 to 19:00.

You can eat Asian and Italian dishes in the excellent Baikal restaurant, which is located in the park.

You can get to the Olympic Park from Central Sochi by Lastochka (170 rubles), by bus No. 124C (100 rubles) or by taxi (1000 rubles).

Entertainment for children

If your child is not impressed by the architecture and nature, take him to the indoor skating rink and dolphinarium.

Ice skating rink in the Olympic Park

The Olympic Park skating rink is a figure skating training center named after Volosozhar and Trankov. The skating rink is open all year round, and after the Olympic Games anyone can come here. There is music here, skates and protective equipment are available for rent, and anyone skating can ask for help from doctors and instructors. In the evening, shows and celebrations are held here. Children will especially enjoy the gaming workshops.

Information for tourists:

• the skating rink is located in the Olympic Park (next to the Iceberg Ice Arena, entry through the Northern Checkpoint);
• a ticket for skating costs from 200 to 300 rubles;
• Opening hours: 24 hours a day;
• additional information on the Olympic Park website.

The ice surface is a special pride of the Iceberg Ice Palace and its training center, where the skating rink operates

Adler Dolphinarium

The Adler Dolphinarium was built in 1997. The pride of the object is the arena for performances. Its capacity is 1000 seats. The dolphinarium's pool is 20 m in diameter and 6 m deep. Bottlenose dolphins, beluga whales, sea lions and whales participate in the show programs. One performance only lasts about an hour, but there are always a lot of children here.

Sometimes special events are held for young spectators. For example, my friend Samira's daughter rode a boat that was being pushed by a dolphin. She also said that one of the numbers involved painting on canvas. The masterpiece painted by a dolphin was taken by one of the spectators (the winner of some competition).

Information for visitors:

• address: Lenin street, 219/2;
• official website: adlerdelfin.ru;
• Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday (10:00–20:00);
• Entry cost: up to 600 rubles.

Video: Adler Dolphinarium through the eyes of a child

Amusement park "Sochi Park"

Where is it located: Adlersky district, Olympiysky Prospekt, 21 Visiting time: unlimited Price: entrance ticket – from 1700 rubles Opening hours: 11:00 – 18:00

Sochi Park is a theme park that delights both children and adults. There is plenty of entertainment to suit every taste. There are about 30 attractions in Sochi Park - all of them are in the nature of Russian folk tales. In addition, in the park you can visit:

• petting zoo,
• Sovarium,
• Children's playgrounds,
• Master classes,
• Dolphinarium,
• Animation zone with show programs.

In the amusement park you can buy both a single ticket (unlimited access to all attractions) and a walking ticket.

During the summer season, we recommend planning a visit to the park for the whole day, as the queues for the attractions will be long.

You can get to Sochi Park from Central Sochi by Lastochka (170 rubles) or by bus No. 124C (100 rubles).

Imeretinskaya embankment

Location: Imeretinsky district, st. Morskoy Boulevard, 1 Visiting time: 1.5 hours Price: free Opening hours: 24 hours a day

Imeretinskaya embankment is the longest in Greater Sochi. It stretches for 5 kilometers. You can start the route along the embankment from the Imeretinsky Hotel (Morskoy Boulevard St., 1). What can you do here besides a regular walk?

• Rent a bicycle, tuk-tuk or scooter (from 120 rubles/hour).
• Eat at a local cafe (popular ones are Panorama, Weeping Willow, Cafe Parus, Fish Bone).
• Buy souvenirs.
• Arrange a photo shoot on the seashore.

In the summer season there is much more entertainment on the Imeretinskaya embankment than in the winter. Here they organize a soap bubble show, offer to take part in competitions, you can also listen to live music and have your portrait drawn by a professional artist.

You can get from Central Sochi to Imeretinskaya embankment:

• At Lastochka from Sochi railway station (Olympic Park stop).
• By bus No. 124C, No. 125, No. 55 (Olympic Park stop).
• By taxi or car sharing.

Fare: taxi – 1000 rubles, bus – 100 rubles, “Swallow” – 170 rubles.

Brief description of Adler

Adler is a microdistrict of the city of Sochi, Krasnodar Territory. It can be called a resort town; tourists come here every summer, and major international forums and other events are also held here. It was in Adler that the Winter Olympic Games were held in 2014.

Adler is located at the mouth of the Mzymta River and stretches along the Black Sea coast, from the left bank of the Kudepsta River to the right bank of the Psou River on the border with Abkhazia

Adler is located in the southern part of the Krasnodar Territory, on the shores of the Black Sea (the coastline in Adler is 17 km). The total area of ​​the town is 1352 km2. Adler is the center of one of the Sochi districts, which is home to about 140 thousand people.

A little bit of Adler's history

The prerequisites for the formation of the town appeared in 1837. Then the first settlement was founded here. Next to the fortification was the Abkhaz village of Liesh (at that time these lands did not yet belong to Russia). Lies merchants traded with Turkey, and the Turks called this coast Artlar. This name was firmly attached to the settlement, and later the pronunciation changed to Adler (from German - eagle).

In 1910, Drachevsky Park was laid out in Adler, and 17 years later, a workers’ settlement began to be built next to the park. In 1934, the center of the Sochi region was moved to this village. And in 1961, Adler was included in the city of Sochi (at the same time as Lazarevsky). At this time the town flourished. Health resorts, sanatoriums, etc. were built. The authorities did everything to make Adler a popular Russian resort.

How to get to Adler

You can get to Adler in several ways:

1. Flight (Sochi International Airport is one of the largest in the world). The flight from Moscow takes 2 hours and 20 minutes.
2. Travel by train from almost any major city in Russia (you need to buy tickets in advance, they sell out quickly).
3. By your own car (on several federal highways).
4. Travel by bus from major Russian cities (about 1600 km from Moscow).

The most convenient way to get to Adler is along federal highways through the cities of Voronezh, Rostov-on-Don, Krasnodar, Tuapse, Dzhubga, Sochi, etc.

Park "Riviera"

Where is it: Central district, st. Egorova, 1 Time to visit: 2-3 hours Price: entrance to the park is free Opening hours: 11:00 – 18:00

Riviera is an amusement and recreation park for the whole family. It covers an area of ​​about 14.5 hectares and has more than 200 rare plant species. There are various attractions for children, teenagers and the youngest guests. The “Family” subscription for 15 attractions costs 1,500 rubles.

In addition to the attractions, in the park you can visit:

• Dolphinarium - performances take place every day at 13:00 and 16:00 (cost - 800 rubles, under 5 years - free),
• Penguinarium (cost – 250 rubles),
• Crocodile show (cost – 250 rubles),
• Oceanarium (cost – 250 rubles, up to 4 years – free).

A popular place among tourists for lunch/dinner is the “Your Stolovaya” cafe.

FAQ

Where can you go with children in Adler? Park "Southern Cultures", Stadium "Fisht", Dolphinarium Aquatoria, Sochi Autodrom, Skating, Electric Museum "TESLA".

What can you see in Adler for free? Park named after Bestuzhev-Marlinsky, Adler Park of Culture and Recreation, Holy Trinity Church, Adler Market, Temple of the Image of Christ the Savior Not Made by Hands.

3 main attractions of Adler that are definitely worth a visit? Olympic Park, Sochi Park, Sochi Discovery World Aquarium.

Marine Station

Where is it: Central Sochi, st. Voikova, 1 Time to visit: 40 minutes Price: free Opening hours: 24 hours a day

The Marine Station building is a real architectural landmark of the city of Sochi. It was built in 1955. Hundreds of tourists come here every day. What is there to do here?

• Take a boat trip on one of the snow-white yachts (from 600 rubles),
• Eat in a cozy cafe (popular and inexpensive ones are My Coffee, Weeping Willow, Rice, Swallows, Yumi, Guests),
• Take a photo in the park near the fountain and blooming magnolias,
• Stroll along the Trade Port and a number of brand stores,
• Have a snack at McDonald's.

If you come with your own car, you will have to look for a long time for a parking space - there are many people who want to stay here (especially in the summer season). Be prepared for the fact that you will be intrusively offered to ride on a yacht. If you are not interested in such offers, then it is better not to answer the sea barkers and pass by.

We recommend visiting the Sea Port in the evening, before sunset.

Central part of Adler

Let's start our sightseeing tour from the central part of Adler . This is the coastal part of the Adler region, where most beach and sea lovers stop to rest. Of course, Adler, compared to the central part of Sochi, is not so rich in attractions, but there is something to see here too.

In this article, we selected the most interesting, from our point of view, attractions that are worth visiting in Adler.

1. Central embankment of Adler

This place is popular among city visitors and local residents. The embankment stretches from the place where the Mzymta River flows into the sea to the Khorota River. The total length of the embankment is about 2.5 km . There are beaches along the entire embankment on the sea side, most of them sand and pebbles. That's why parents with small children love this place so much.

Walking along the embankment, you can admire the beautiful panorama of the Black Sea or sit in one of the many coastal cafes.

1. SEC Mandarin"

The shopping and entertainment center is located at the beginning of the promenade area of ​​the central embankment. There are shops, restaurants, a swimming pool, karaoke bars and a disco here.

On the sandy beach there are cozy bungalows that can be rented for a holiday at any time of the year. There are also 17 restaurants on the territory to suit every taste and budget. Therefore, it’s definitely worth going here! And if you come to Adler with children, then not far from the Mandarin shopping center there is a wonderful children's playground.

Address: st. Bestuzheva, 1/1, residential area Adler, Sochi

1. Dendrological Park "Southern Cultures"

“Southern Cultures” is a magnificent natural park, which was founded back in 1910. More than 600 species of plants grow here over a large area. Numerous shady alleys and paths provide the opportunity to leisurely stroll through the park, and numerous benches invite you to relax.

The park has a beautiful pond with white swans, a rose garden, a eucalyptus alley, a beautiful fountain and many secluded corners for relaxation.

There is also an air route passing over the park. The airport is nearby. Therefore, here the planes reduce their altitude, and you can take interesting photos of the flying plane.

Address: Russia, urban village Sirius, dendrological park Southern Cultures

1. Monument to the Gambusia fish

Those who have already been on a sightseeing tour of Sochi know that thanks to this small fish, Sochi got rid of malaria . Therefore, a monument to this fish was erected on one of the central streets of the city. It is located near the central amusement park. Be sure to find a monument to the fish and make a wish!

Address: st. Romashek, 4A, residential area Adler, Sochi

1. Oceanarium "Sochi Discovery World Aquarium"

The largest aquarium in Sochi attracts adults and children. You can go here at any time. The aquarium is open all year round. You can read more about this establishment here.

1. Resort town

The resort town is part of the Adler district. It received this name thanks to the largest resort association “Adlerkurort”. On the territory of the Resort Town there are four buildings of the resort association.

True, at present, some of the resort buildings have been transferred for refurbishment and have lost their status as sanatoriums. But this does not affect the territory of the Resort Town in any way. Namely, this territory is a feature that is worth seeing.

Here is the Adler Dolphinarium and Oceanarium , which we talk about in this article. And be sure to check out the interesting landscape design project that Zurab Tseretelli designed back in the 70s .

Sculptures decorated with colored smalt throughout the Resort Town Some of the sculptures form a children's playground in front of the aquarium. Some of the sculptures are located on the territory of the Arly Hotel (they can be seen through the fence).

And the Coral Reef is located in front of the Coral sanatorium. Be sure to find it. True, now he is not in the best condition. However, the most beautiful ornaments laid out on the bottom and walls of the pool are still perfectly preserved.

Location of the children's playground : opposite the oceanarium, st. Lenina, 219A/4, Sochi

Location of the Coral Reef fountain : opposite the Coral sanatorium, st. Lenina, 219, Sochi (Coral building)

1. Embankment of the Mzymta River

When planning to go to the central embankment of Adler , include the Mzymta River embankment . These embankments smoothly flow into one another at the point where the river flows into the sea. You can walk along the river to the central market of Adler.

The beginning of the embankment opposite the Mandarin shopping center, st. Bestuzheva, 1/1, residential area Adler, Sochi

1. Adler Dolphinarium

The oldest dolphinarium , which operates year-round, is located in Adler. It's worth going here with children. An interesting show with dolphins and beluga whales will not leave anyone indifferent. The Dolphinarium is located on the promenade area of ​​the Resort Town not far from the Zurab Tsereteli playground. Therefore, after visiting the dolphinarium, you will have the opportunity to walk through the beautiful park to the children's playground.

There are several playgrounds in Resort Town. Read more here.

1. The Lost World Dinosaur Park

The dinosaur park is another place to visit with children. Dangerous dinosaurs have found refuge in the luxurious park of Resort Town. Acting dinosaur models move their bodies almost life-like and make scary sounds.

And here everyone can feel like a real archaeologist. “Excavations” of ancient animals are being carried out over a large area .

1. Holy Trinity Church

Holy Trinity Church is located in the very center of Adler and in a historical place. Fort of the Holy Spirit was founded here in 1837. On the site of which the Church of the Descent of the Holy Spirit was subsequently built. Having served as a pillar of Christian believers for more than a hundred years, it was destroyed in 1947.

But, despite many years of neglect, the place of worship found a new church in 1990. The beautiful area , where the airy rotunda and the temple itself are located, are worthy of going here and offering prayers for health and well-being.

Address: st. Kirova, 22A, residential area Adler, Sochi

1. Surb Sarkis Church

It just so happens that not far from the Holy Trinity Church there is an Armenian Church of St. Sarkis. It was built relatively recently. Walking through the narrow streets of Adler, you can’t help but notice it.

The tall, sand-colored building is built in the shape of a cross. Many triangular roof slopes covered with red tiles and triangular windows give the building a strict and solemn appearance .

Address: st. Bestuzheva, 8/2, residential area Adler, Sochi, Russia

1. Adler Monkey Nursery

A monkey nursery is the name given to numerous enclosures with animals located on the territory of the Research Institute of Medical Primatology in Adler . When you arrive here, take a tour of the nursery. Fifteen species of monkeys live here.

Walking through the nursery, you will see the world's smallest squirrel monkey, the Green monkey and a huge baboon. You will also learn a lot of interesting things about the life of these amazing creatures.

Address: st. Mira, 177, bldg. 1, Vesyoloye village

Sochi Arboretum

Where is it: Central Sochi, Kurortny Prospekt, 74 Time to visit: 3-4 hours Price: adult (both parks) – 250 RUR, children under 14 years old – 120 RUR, children under 7 years old admission is free. Opening hours: daily from 8:00 to 20:00; from November to May – from 9:00 to 17:00

The Arboretum is a year-round outdoor museum, which is divided into 2 parks - upper and lower. We recommend starting your visit to the Arboretum from the cable car, which is located across the road from the park (adult ticket - 350 rubles, children from 7 to 14 years old - 250 rubles, children under 7 years old - free).

Arriving in the cable car cabin at the upper park, you can take unique photographs from the observation deck (included in the ticket price). Going down, look at the mammoth tree and the “prickly sucker”, as well as many other rare plants. In the upper park you can also visit the aquarium and exotarium, and look at peacocks and ostriches.

You need to go to the lower park through an underground passage. There, tourists feed ducks and swans, look at chinchillas, beavers, storks, otters and rabbits, and take photographs in a bamboo grove.

In total, the park has about 2,000 plants from different parts of the planet. Before your trip, download the Arboretum Guide app to your phone - it will help you navigate the park and learn stories about the plants and structures of the area. The Arboretum can be visited at any time of the year - it is beautiful both in winter and in summer. If you wish, you can book a guided tour in an electric car (cost: 150 rubles/person).

Stalin's dacha

Where is it: Central District, Kurortny Prospekt, 120 Visiting time: 1 hour Price: adult ticket - 300 rubles, children's ticket - 150 rubles, children under 7 years old - free Opening hours: 10:00-17:00

If you have ever been interested in history, then you know exactly who I.V. Stalin is. His dacha is located in Sochi - a real architectural landmark of the 30s.

Tourists love to visit this place on their own. But, unfortunately, you will only be allowed inside the building as part of an excursion group (additional 200 rubles per person). The tour lasts 45 minutes: they will tell you about Stalin’s personality, his life, family, and the history of the country. Next, you are invited to walk around the museum on your own and take photographs.

The site offers a beautiful panoramic view of the city, there is also a large green garden and a park adjacent to the site.

Additional services at Stalin's dacha:

• Tea party (50 rubles/person).
• Photo session (1000 rub/hour).
• Rent a hall for lunch (from 10,000 rubles).

Mount Akhun and Agur waterfalls

Location: Khostinsky district, st. Agur Gorge, 1 Time to visit: 2-4 hours Price: entrance to the territory of the waterfalls – 100 rubles Opening hours: 24 hours a day

Mount Akhun and Agur waterfalls are located exactly in the middle between Sochi and Adler. We recommend combining a trip to Stalin's Dacha with a visit to the waterfalls and a climb up the mountain, since the distance between all three attractions is short.

Tourists love to visit this place because of the beautiful views, fresh air, waterfalls and rocky mountains. To visit Mount Akhun and Agur waterfalls, we recommend wearing comfortable shoes and bringing drinking water and a snack.

On Mount Akhun it’s worth climbing the observation tower - a stunning view opens up from there (cost - 100 rubles, under 7 years old - free). You can ride a Ferris wheel (adult ticket – 250 rubles, children’s ticket – 150 rubles). There is a popular tourist place on the territory - the Mangal restaurant.

At the Agur waterfalls you will find a sign with hiking routes. We recommend choosing “medium” in terms of difficulty level. In total you have to walk a little more than 4 kilometers. You will see a stunning sight - as many as 3 waterfalls, reaching 20 meters in height. And on the way to the waterfalls you will find several viewing platforms from which you can enjoy beautiful views of the river and mountains.

You can get to Mount Akhun from Central Sochi by buses No. 2, No. 102, No. 100, No. 125 (stop “Maly Akhun”). To get to the Agur waterfalls you need to go from the “Maly Akhun” stop to the “Sputnik” stop by bus No. 48. From there, according to the signs, you will have to walk 3 kilometers along a forest hiking trail.

What to see in the vicinity of Adler

On the third day of your stay in Adler, we invite you to visit the outskirts of this city. You can visit the following objects: Trinity-St. George Convent, Skypark AJ Hackett Sochi, Art Glass Studio, Trout Farm "Adler", Akhshtyrskaya Cave, Glubokiy Yar Waterfall, Temple-Fortress, Psakho River Canyon, Akhtsu Gorge, Vorontsovskaya Cave System, Highway Adler-Krasnaya Polyana, Krasnaya Polyana.

Trinity-St. George Convent

Trinity-St. George Convent

Not far from Adler, in the village of Lesnoye, is the Trinity-St. George Convent. The convent was founded in 1999 on the site of the Holy Trinity Monastery, which was abolished during Soviet times. The complex of buildings includes the main cathedral, nine churches, utility and administrative buildings. All buildings are new, built in our time, therefore in excellent condition. The territory of the monastery is covered with dense greenery and blends harmoniously with the natural landscape. Here you can collect holy water and light candles for the health and happiness of your loved ones.

Waterfall Glubokiy Yar

Waterfall Glubokiy Yar

Gluboky Yar is one of the highest waterfalls in the Greater Sochi area (41.5 meters). The distance to Adler is approximately 50 km. At the foot of the waterfall is the entrance to a cave, and nearby there is a small lake. The path to the natural monument begins near the village of Monastir. To get to the waterfall, you need to cross the Mzymta River and then follow the signs and walking trail. The waterfall amazes tourists with its beauty and height – you definitely won’t be able to resist taking a photo!

Skypark AJ Hackett Sochi

Skypark AJ Hackett Sochi

Skypark AJ Hackett Sochi is the only extreme adventure park at altitude in Russia. There are similar ones in Singapore, Germany, France, Australia and China. It is located in the village of Kazachy Brod, 42 km from Adler. Skypark AJ Hackett Sochi was founded on the initiative of A. Hackett, an extreme athlete who professionally jumps in the air with insurance. The park is located in the Akhshtyr Gorge on the longest suspension bridge in the world, Skybridge. Jumping from here will give you wonderful panoramas of forests and sea. In addition to jumping, here you can book a helicopter flight. This place is suitable for extreme sports and adrenaline lovers.

Art glass studio

Art glass studio

In the village of Kazachiy Brod you will also find an art glass studio. This is a place where glassblowing master classes are constantly held. As part of the master class, you will be able to see how glass products are made - it is very interesting. Sometimes studio visitors are involved in production. The studio has a shop with handmade glass goods. You can also order a glass item made according to your preferences.

Akhshtyrskaya cave

Akhshtyrskaya cave

Akhshtyrskaya Cave was discovered at the beginning of the 20th century by the French explorer E. A. Martel. And in 1936, Soviet scientists discovered the housing of an old man on its territory - he equipped a cave and lived there for a long time in wild conditions. Visiting became possible for tourists only in 1999. The depth of the cave is 160 meters, the height of the ceilings of the underground halls reaches 10 meters, and the width is up to 8 meters. This place attracts tourists with its mystery and beautiful views that open onto the Akhshtyr Canyon.

Temple-fortress

Temple-fortress

A majestic temple-fortress previously stood next to the Glubokiy Yar waterfall. Archaeologists believe that the temple belonged to the buildings of the 9th-10th centuries. Today only its ruins can be seen. If you love history and are interested in seeing the remains of an ancient temple, be sure to come here. But be careful when exploring the ruins: sometimes snakes crawl out of the cracks.

Canyon of the Psakho River

Canyon of the Psakho River

The canyon of the Psakho River is located between the villages of Galitsino and Krasnaya Volya and belongs to the Sochi National Park. Walking along the rocks will appeal to those who love nature, mystery and beautiful photos. The canyon is equipped with paths and bridges. One of the trails will lead you to the Psakho River, which has a fabulous turquoise color of water. The atmosphere of this place and the singing of birds will fill you with energy for the whole day.

Akhtsu Gorge

Akhtsu Gorge

Among the outskirts of Adler you will find the Akhtsu gorge. It is located in the valley of the Akhtsu and Mzymta rivers. The gorge stretches for 3 kilometers and is a beautiful rocky place. There is a rock tunnel here, which used to be one of the roads from Adler to Krasnaya Polyana. There is an icon of the Mother of God there: it was installed so that it would protect drivers from accidents. Although no one travels through the tunnel today, the icon remains. The unique nature of this place and the panoramas opening from the gorge will definitely give you pleasure.

Vorontsovskaya cave system

Vorontsovskaya cave system

The Vorontsovskaya cave system is located 30 kilometers from Adler and is located in the Vorontsovsky ridge. The caves belong to the Vorontsovsky landscape-karst complex. You can go inside and wander through the cave labyrinths - you are guaranteed a thrill. Here you will see stalactites and stalagmites, as well as an underground river. We think that the Vorontsov cave system deserves your attention.

Adler-Krasnaya Polyana highway

Adler-Krasnaya Polyana highway

The high-speed road with a railway line about 50 km long connecting Adler with Krasnaya Polyana can be called a real attraction. Like many other objects, it was built on the eve of the Olympic Games. Most of the route passes through tunnels. The construction of the road became one of the most expensive projects in preparation for the games, for which it was repeatedly criticized by the media. If you drive along the highway to Krasnaya Polyana, we recommend that you pay attention to this object, which was quite discussed in the past.

Krasnaya Polyana

Krasnaya Polyana

Krasnaya Polyana is a village known for its mountain resorts. Three ski resorts, a husky center, a reindeer farm - this is not a complete list of what awaits you in Krasnaya Polyana. Here you will also find upscale hotels, the most famous being the Marriott Hotel Sochi. Baths, entertainment in the form of water parks, attractions, and museums are also located here. The distance from Adler is 40 kilometers.

Zmeykovskie waterfalls

Location: Khostinsky district, st. Izmailovskaya, 166 Visiting time: 2 hours Price: 100 rubles Opening hours: hours a day

Zmeykovsky waterfalls are a very beautiful and mesmerizing sight. The length of the route is short - only 1 kilometer. You will walk along one path past a green grove and rare plants. The last of the five waterfalls is the largest and most photographed. At the end of the route there is a spring with drinking water.

The route to Zmeykovskie waterfalls does not require serious physical training - it can be done even with children. In the summer, don’t forget to take your swimwear with you – swimming is allowed at Zmeykovskiye Waterfalls.

To visit the waterfalls, we recommend wearing comfortable shoes, bringing drinking water and a snack. By the way, there is a special area on the territory where you can have lunch and grill your own barbecue.

You can get here from Central Sochi by bus No. 120 and No. 180 from the railway station.

Tips for staying in Adler

Some tips for those who are planning to relax in Adler for the first time:

1. It is better to rent a hotel room, apartment or room in a private house in advance (in the case of hotels, you can even make an advance payment).
2. Transfer from the train station/airport can also be ordered in advance (some hotels provide this service).
3. There are private taxi drivers on duty at the station, who charge double payment from their passengers (it is better to use special online services).
4. If you are going to come in the summer, do not forget sunscreen, and if in the fall - warm clothes (even in warm autumn it can be windy on the coast).
5. Prepare in advance for visiting attractions (for example, for a walk through the Akhshtyrskaya Cave, you can prepare a snack and water in advance - there are no shops there).
6. Print out the Adler tourist map in advance.

   
   You can save a photo of a tourist map in the memory of your smartphone

Sky Park

Location: Adlersky district, village. Kazachiy Brod, st. Krasnoflotskaya, 54A Time to visit: 1-2 hours Price: adult ticket - 1500 rubles, children's ticket - 800 rubles, discounted ticket - 1200 rubles, family ticket - 3800 rubles, children under 5 years old - free. Attractions are paid separately. Opening hours: autumn-winter – from 10:00 to 17:15, spring-summer – from 10:00 to 21:15

Sky Park is a large amusement park at altitude. People come here both for a regular walk and panoramic views, and to get a dose of adrenaline. If you are new to extreme entertainment, then in Sky Park you can do the following:

• Arrange a photo shoot at an altitude of 210 meters above sea level,
• Walk along the Skybridge Suspension Bridge (included in the ticket price),
• Have a picnic in the fresh air surrounded by the Caucasus Mountains.

Children will be interested in visiting the Mowgli rope park with various obstacles (a visit to the park is included in the price of a child’s ticket, and for adults a pass will cost 500 rubles). Mowgli is open only in spring and summer.

And if you are still a lover of extreme sports and adventure, then the Sky Park has the following attractions for you:

• “Bungee jumping 69” – jump from a height of 69 meters. Ticket price for adults is 7,000 rubles, for children – 5,000 rubles.
• “Bungee jumping 207” – a jump from a height of 207 meters. Ticket price is 17,000 rubles (for each subsequent jump there is a 40% discount).
• “Megatroll” is a trolley (a high-speed suspended structure on a cable), reaching speeds of up to 120 km/h. Ticket price for adults is 2500 rubles, for children – 2000 rubles.
• The giant swing is an attraction for children and adults that takes you to a height of 170 meters above the abyss. Ticket price for adults is 7,500 rubles, for children – 5,000 rubles.
• “Via Ferrata” is a vertical path leading to a liana cave. Ticket price – 2000 rubles. Equipment is included in the price.

Please note that from 10:30 to 11:30 there is a 20% discount on attractions at Sky Park.

You can get from Central Sochi to Sky Park by buses No. 105 and No. 135 (stop – “Trout Farm”). The fare is 150-200 rubles. A forest path leads from the stop to the park; you will need to walk along it for 1.5 kilometers.

How many days do you need for sightseeing?

Although Adler is one of the districts of Sochi, it has long become an independent resort area, which takes about a week to explore. Of course, you can walk around the Olympic Park and explore its facilities in 1 day, but temples, museums and natural beauties deserve no less attention. If you stay in Adler for at least 1 night, you will need a hotel room. There are many of them here, the most budget rooms will cost about 1000 rubles per day.

When I went to Adler, I managed to rent a room with the hostess on the second floor of a private house (Sanatornaya Street). I paid 400 rubles per day. This, of course, is not a five-star hotel, but I had a bath, toilet, kitchen and TV. In addition, the hostess of the house explained to me where it is better to go, where to save money and where it is better not to go at all. I chose a more convenient area, but I was looking for a room 2 weeks before the trip, so I had a choice. Among the advertisements, I also came across offers for 250–300 rubles per day, but the houses were located far from the sea.

What else to see

If you have time left, you can visit a few more places:

• car museum;
• skypark;
• Tammsaare Museum;
• Discovery World Aquarium.

Adler Automobile Museum

The Automuseum in Adler is an exhibition of domestic vintage cars. The museum building was built in 2015; the main exhibits of the museum are cars from the USSR era. In addition to cars, other items from Soviet times are presented here (banknotes, canned food, clothing, postcards, etc.). For the convenience of visitors, the museum has an audio guide, and to avoid problems with it, you can connect to free Wi-Fi at the entrance. However, you need to register for the exhibition in advance.

The Automuseum in Adler is an exhibition of several dozen cars from the Soviet automobile industry and retro items

Information for visitors to the Auto Museum:

• address: Mezhdunarodnaya Street, 12 (near the entrance to the Olympic Park);
• official website: sochi-automuseum.ru
• Opening hours: daily, 10:00–21:00;
• Entry cost: up to 500 rubles.

Skypark in Adler

Skypark in Adler is a complex for extreme entertainment at different altitudes. This complex was created jointly with the New Zealand company AJ Hacket International. The skypark has several bridges up to 440 meters above the ground. The most popular entertainment in this complex is bungee jumping (jumping down with your legs tied to a cable). And for those who are afraid to jump, there is another fun option - a walk along the safest suspension bridge in the world - Skybridge.

Fun fact: The first bungee jump was performed by Oakland construction worker AJ Hackett. He loved extreme sports and once jumped from a 35-meter height with his legs tied to vines. Locals began to believe that bungee jumping would produce good yams. Since then, jumping has become popular all over the world.

Practical information

• Address: village of Kazachiy Brod (11 km from Adler);
• Website: ajhackett.com;
• Open: daily, 10:00–18:00 (in winter - until 17:00);
• the cost of tickets depends on the attraction (a regular ticket for a bungee is 1,250 rubles);
• Tickets must be booked in advance (online).

Skypark is an amusement park and complex for active family recreation at different altitudes

Tammsaare Museum

The house-museum of A.H. Tammsaare is part of the Sochi Literary and Memorial Museum of N.A. Ostrovsky. The famous Estonian novelist Tammsaare lived and worked in this house (built in 1910). The entire museum is dedicated to the work and life of the writer during his stay in the Caucasus.

In 1912, Hansen came to a small village (now in the Adler region) to be treated for tuberculosis. He wrote here about the happy life of immigrants from Estonia. He sent some of his works to his homeland. This did not leave his readers indifferent, and 36 Estonian families moved here, founding a small village, which is now called Esto-Sadok.

In addition to books, household items and national things, the museum also has unique artifacts: photographs, letters, etc. The museum also sometimes hosts literary and festive events.

Information for visitors:

• museum address: Esto-Sadok village, Estonskaya street, 35 (convenient to get there by taxi);
• official website: muzei-ostrovskogo.ru/muzey/dom_muzey_a_kh_tammsaree;
• Opening hours: daily, except Wednesday and Saturday (from 10:00 to 18:00);
• entrance fee: 50–300 rubles;
• photo and video shooting - 50 and 100 rubles, respectively.

Currently the museum of A.Kh. Tammsaare plays the role of the cultural, historical and ethnographic center of Krasnaya Polyana

Oceanarium Discovery

Discovery World Aquarium is the largest oceanarium in Russia, opened in 2009. Its total area is 6 thousand km2. 29 aquariums of different sizes hold 5 million liters of water. Among the aquarium's pets there are not only freshwater fish, but also representatives of the seas and oceans. The most interesting inhabitants: piranhas, reef sharks, discus fish, surgeon fish, etc. There is also a tunnel aquarium with sharks and corals, and sometimes show programs are produced (with mermaids, scuba divers, etc.).

There is a souvenir shop in the lobby of the oceanarium. Here you can buy not only shells, but also branded souvenirs (for example, a T-shirt with the Discovery World Aquarium sign).

Information for visitors:

• oceanarium address: Lenin street, 219 “A”;
• official website: sochiaquarium.ru;
• Opening hours: Wednesday to Sunday (10:00 to 18:00);
• ticket price: 400–800 rubles (children under 4 years old - free).

Discovery World Aquarium is the largest oceanarium in Russia with a 44-meter long tunnel aquarium

Rosa Khutor

Location: village. Estosadok, st. Olimpiyskaya, 35 Visiting time: unlimited Price: free Opening hours: 24 hours a day

Rosa Khutor is a large mountain resort that operates for tourists both in winter and summer. Here you can truly touch the city's Olympic heritage.

What can you do in the summer?

• Rent a bicycle or electric bike and ride along the mountain routes of Krasnaya Polyana
• Swim in a luxurious pool,
• Look at the mountain sunset
• Visit a deer farm
• Take a paragliding flight (cost: 5,500 rubles),
• Visit the indoor karting track (cost - from 1000 rubles),
• Play sports on the street or in the fitness center,
• Shoot in a crossbow and archery shooting range (cost - from 300 rubles),
• Have a picnic at an altitude of 2320 meters,
• Take a ride on the cable car (cost from 900 rubles).

At Rosa Khutor you can purchase a subscription that will allow you to ride on all cable cars without restrictions (the cost of an adult subscription is from 1,750 rubles, a child’s subscription is from 900 rubles).

What are the entertainment options in winter?

• Visit the Museum of Archeology (adult ticket – 400 rubles, children’s ticket – 200 rubles, under 7 years old – free),
• Go skiing/snowboarding (the cost of a set of equipment for an adult is from 1500 rubles, for a child – from 750 rubles),
• Visit the cultural and ethnographic museum (ticket price – 500 rubles),
• Take up figure skating (cost - from 200 rubles),
• Take a ride on the rodel bath (cost - from 700 rubles),
• Play curling (cost from 2000 rubles),
• Visit a spa or bath complex (cost - from 1,500 rubles).

You can spend a weekend or a whole vacation at Rosa Khutor. There are many budget and, conversely, expensive hotels here (popular ones include Park Inn Radisson, Tulip, Golden Tulip, Mercure).

There is also a large concert hall - Rosa Hall. Before your trip, be sure to look at the posters for upcoming concerts and performances.

You can get to Rosa Khutor from Central Sochi:

• At Lastochka (cost – 400 rubles).
• By buses No. 125, No. 105, No. 105С, No. 124С (cost – 100-150 rubles).

Upon arrival at the Rosa Khutor railway station, you can use a free transfer.

Krasnaya Polyana (“Gorki-gorod”)

Location: village. Estosadok, st. Gornaya Karusel, 5 Visiting time: unlimited Price: free Opening hours: 24 hours a day

The Krasnaya Polyana resort is located on two levels - upper and lower. On the lower level there are a number of different hotels and apartments (you can stay here for the night), there are also good cafes and restaurants (popular ones are Sugrob, Olivier, KFC, Pomidorka). On the lower level you can buy souvenirs. From here there is a cable car to higher levels (960 m and 2200 m). The cost of the cable car on two levels is 1290 rubles.

There is more entertainment on the upper levels. From here you have gorgeous panoramic views of the mountains - you can arrange a cool photo shoot. Tourists are offered a ride in a hot air balloon (800 rubles), an ATV (1,250 rubles), and also go along interesting walking routes (length - 1 to 5 kilometers, depending on the level of difficulty).

We recommend taking warm clothes with you if you are going to climb to 960 and 2200 meters above sea level. The temperature there is much lower.

You can get to Krasnaya Polyana from Central Sochi by bus No. 105 from the railway station (150 rubles) or by “Lastochka” (400 rubles).

What to visit in the Adler region

As already mentioned, the Adler district, headed by Adler, took shape as an administrative district covering an area of ​​more than 35 thousand km back in the 30s of the 20th century. In the east, until recently, it was limited to the territory of Abkhazia, in the west – by the Khostinsky district of Sochi.

Although Adler's territory has shrunk significantly today, it continues to remain a powerful transport hub in the Sochi region. There are two railway stations, an International Airport, a Seaport and a Bus Station. By 2014, thanks to the holding of the main sports competitions of the Winter Olympics in this area, the area became the owner of a large all-season resort - Krasnaya Polyana and a powerful sports complex consisting of several Sports Palaces, united into a single component of the Olympic Park. Today, as already mentioned, this part is part of the new urban formation Sirius (Imereti Valley). All of the above means that many attractions worth visiting are located in the immediate vicinity of Adler.

Imereti Lowland (Sirius)

The most popular excursion destination from Adler is, of course, the Imereti Valley or lowland.
People go there to see all the main attractions of the Olympic Park and visit the unique amusement park Sochi Park. Many people want to see the Southern Cultures Park or visit the Monkey Nursery. And many don’t mind getting to know the beach areas of this modern and comfortable Russian resort better. A detailed description of all the attractions of Sirius is here. In addition to Adler itself and Sirius (Imereti Valley), the territories of Krasnaya Polyana and the area of ​​the Akhshtyr Gorge are of direct tourist interest in the Adler region. Both here and there you can spend quite a lot of time in a very interesting and varied way.

Krasnaya Polyana

Krasnaya Polyana today is a general name for two villages in the north of the Adler region and four located there. ski resorts. Moreover, comfortable infrastructure, the presence of natural and other attractions concentrated in this place attract thousands of tourists to Krasnaya Polyana at any time of the year.

Krasnaya Polyana today is a modern territory of a year-round resort

In the summer, it is quite possible to stay here for a few days to breathe clean air, admire the beauty of the Caucasian nature and walk along the well-equipped modern streets of Esto-Sadok or Rosa Khutor.

In winter, it is a modern ski resort with slopes of varying difficulty levels, where you can have great skiing, and in the evening take a walk around the shopping center or swim in the local water parks.

In winter, Krasnaya Polyana is a massive ski holiday

Read more about the history and structure of the Krasnaya Polyana resort, its attractions and opportunities for spending vacation time there - Krasnaya Polyana: history and attractions.

Akhshtyrskoye Gorge

village of Kazachy Brod
In addition to the sights and natural beauties of Krasnaya Polyana, today tourists are increasingly visiting the vicinity of the villages of Kazachy Brod and Akhshtyr, located on the road from Adler to Krasnaya Polyana. This small place turned out to have a large concentration of interesting tourist sites, both historical and natural. There are also interesting entertainment places here.

The village of Kazachy Brod has entertainment for every taste

In the vicinity of the village of Cossack Brod, you can easily visit the famous Akhshtyrskaya cave, in which ancient people once settled, and see the ruins of an ancient Byzantine temple from the 10th-13th centuries. There are also amazing Karabelny rocks and Dzykhrinsky waterfall. In addition, there are such modern attractions as the Trout Farm and the Glassblowing Workshop. And, of course, the famous Skypark with its extreme rides and suspension bridge is of constant interest. You can read more about all the tourist sites located in the area of ​​the villages of Kazachiy Brod and Akhshtyr, and how to get to them here.

In addition to all of the above, you can make tourist trips from Adler to neighboring Abkhazia or to the Khostinsky district of Sochi. After all, there is also something to see there. Not far from Khosta there are wonderful natural monuments - the Yew-Boxwood Grove and Mount Akhun, Agur waterfalls and Eagle Rocks. Many of these places are shrouded in secrets and legends.

There are also mineral healing springs here, especially in the Matsesta area. There is the famous Dacha of Comrade Stalin, which is now a functioning museum. More details about all these attractions - Khosta: history and attractions.

It’s very interesting to visit Comrade Stalin’s favorite Dacha near Matsesta

You can also take a trip to the Central District of Sochi, walk around Riviera Park and visit its attractions. Look into other corners of this resort town and walk along its beautiful embankment.

You can find out more about Sochi's attractions here - Sochi: what to see on your own.

The city of Sochi has many interesting attractions

For a change, you can go to Loo or Lazarevskoye, which are also part of Sochi. Sunbathe and swim on their beaches or explore the attractions there, such as 33 waterfalls, and admire the Tulip Tree on the way to them.

Lazarevskoye attractions

Loo: history and attractions

Any trip to this part of the Krasnodar region will bring a lot of positive emotions and leave the most pleasant memories in your memory.

It is impossible to talk about all the attractions of Adler and Sirius (Imereti Valley), about all their entertainment places, therefore, having the main landmarks outlined in this article, you can safely go on an independent “sail” through this fertile resort area of ​​the Krasnodar Territory. You can share your own research and interesting objects found in the comments.

Author of the article: Kasatkina Tatyana