This article was written to us by Anastasia, who lived in Crimea for many years and traveled throughout the peninsula. Her guide contains the most important and interesting things to see in Sudak.
Sudak is a resort town on the Black Sea coast, famous for its fishing and wine industry. Previously, it was an important trading center and one of the parts of the Great Silk Road. Now it is a favorite place for many people to relax.
- Everything about holidays in Sudak from a person who comes here every year: tips, places, features
- Useful experience of traveling to Sudak with a small child
The internal atmosphere of Sudak is somewhat reminiscent of a cozy and quiet resort in Italy. The city itself is quite cramped, not overloaded with signs and other big city rubbish, and decorated with lush greenery everywhere. The climate here is mild, but slightly dry. Almost its entire area of Sudak stretches along the coast, so the sound of the sea can be heard in every corner of the city. In Sudak you can relax with your family, a noisy group, and even arrange a “hermit” vacation for one.
For those who are planning to travel around the area - an interesting guide to Koktebel (30 kilometers from Sudak) from the same author, an overview of the sights of Feodosia 50 kilometers away. Well, the most interesting thing is a detailed guide to all the remarkable places in Crimea, many of which are in close proximity to the resort.
Sudak water park
Address : 79 Gagarina Street Website : https://www.sudak-aquapark.com/ Opening hours : daily from 10:00 to 18:00 (open from June to September) Cost : children's tickets - up to 1100 rubles, adults - up to 1500 rubles.
Note! Children under 100 cm tall enter free of charge.
A holiday in a water park is simply created for those vacationers who want to add a little extreme to their vacation routine. In the Water World water park there is simply a huge number of water slides: “Multislide”, “Orange River”, “Women’s Passion”, “Kamikaze”, “Black Hole”, “Bluebeard”, “Boomerang”, “Superloop”, “Funnel” "
For those who get hungry, there are food courts, cafes and bars on the territory of the water park.
For the youngest holidaymakers there is a children's complex with shallow pools and safe slides. The authentic “Ship” slide with ropes and slides will be interesting for children.
At the Water World water park, you can not only ride the slides, but also have a foam party. They run from Monday to Thursday; you don’t need to buy an additional ticket.
Best nightclubs
GURMAN
The GURMAN nightclub has been considered one of the best in the city for many years. The club has several rooms, a cocktail bar, a bar, and a hookah chill-out. The heart of the establishment is the dance floor, where the best DJs from Russia and neighboring countries periodically perform.
Location: Cypress Alley, 6.
ASIA
“ASIA” is the most spacious club in Sudak, capable of accommodating up to 1,500 people. The establishment is distinguished by high-quality sound and light. Bright laser shows and foam parties . The club has a pizzeria and hookah bar.
Location: st. Embankment, 20.
Cape Alchak
Address : Cape Alchak How to get there : by minibus No. 1 or 2 to the “Aquapark” stop
Cape Alchak is rightfully considered one of the most picturesque corners of the Crimean peninsula. It is located on Mount Alchak-Kaya, which is an ancient coral reef.
In Sudak, the artist Ivan Aivazovsky had a dacha. There are stories that he went to Cape Alchak with an easel and paints and it was there that he drew inspiration for his paintings. It is quite possible that they are the embodiment of species from Cape Alchak.
Who will like Cape Alchak and who should visit it? For those who love active recreation, diving and snorkeling. This is an ideal place for ecotourism, since there is no developed infrastructure on the territory of the cape and the mountain as a whole. In general, you can even swim on site, but there is no equipped beach there.
You can also go to Cape Alchak with children, but a mandatory requirement is to have a snack and a warm jacket. For a family walk, a hiking trail along the mountains is more suitable. It offers an impressive panoramic view, against which you can take beautiful photos.
When to come to Sudak
Sudak is a resort town, so it’s worth coming here in the summer. In June-July, the temperature here remains comfortable - about 25 °C, and in August the thermometer can rise to 38 °C. It is in the summer that Sudak truly becomes a resort town: there are street restaurants, a water park, active sales of souvenirs, and all beaches are open.
You can swim in the sea here until mid-October, so it’s worth visiting Sudak in the fall. There are much fewer tourists during this period than in summer, hotel prices are noticeably reduced, and weather conditions remain comfortable.
Winter Sudak is a quiet, calm town - there are almost no tourists here. Although in December and January the weather is quite warm - about 10 ° C, in February it is cold and rainy.
Winter in Sudak is warm, so you can visit the town in winter
In spring, the town comes to life again, welcoming its first travelers. If you want to explore local attractions, then April is the best month to visit the town: housing prices have not yet risen, the weather is quite comfortable, but you can’t swim in the sea yet - the water has not yet warmed up.
Genoese fortress
Address : Uyutnoye village, Genoese Fortress lane Opening hours :
- in summer: every day from 8:00 to 20:00 (ticket office open until 19:00);
- in winter: every day from 9:00 to 17:00 (ticket office open until 16:00).
Price:
- independent visit: adults - 150 rubles, schoolchildren, students, pensioners - 75 rubles;
- visit + excursion (lasts no more than an hour): adults - 200 rubles, schoolchildren, students, pensioners - 100 rubles.
How to get there:
- minibus: No. 2 and 6 to stop “s. Cozy";
- bus: No. 5 to stop “s. Cozy."
The Genoese fortress is a must-see attraction in Sudak. This place will be interesting for both young and adult tourists.
Scenes for films are often filmed in the Genoese fortress. This place was used for filming scenes of the films “The Master and Margarita”, “The Gadfly”, “Pirates of the 20th Century”, “Captain Blood’s Odyssey”.
Considering that the Genoese fortress was built in 1371-1469, it is quite well preserved. The visitor can explore such buildings as the Barbican, Watchtower, Consular Castle, sections of the fortress walls, water storage and some others. Being in the fortress feels like you are in a time when glorious warriors of ancient times walked through its territory.
Festival "Genoese Helmet"
Website: https://festival-sudak.com/
Summer 2022 Dates:
- “City of Masters”: July 28, 29, 30; 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20 August
- “Genoese helmet”: July 28, 29, 30; 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20 August
Ticket prices: general ticket - 500 rubles, discount ticket - 250 rubles, excursion service - 50 rubles.
The international knightly festival “Genoese Helmet” is held annually on the territory of the Genoese fortress. During the festival, the culture of chivalry is revived in all its inherent manner. Knight fights are held in real armor, delicious food and drinks prepared according to the recipes of those times are sold around, archery master classes and other interactive events are held.
Video of the festival:
Church of the Intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Address: Sudak, Lenin street, 27.
The Intercession Church is the central and main temple of the city, founded in 1819, but built only by 1840. The construction of the Orthodox landmark of Sudak was carried out exclusively with the money of parishioners, who donated for this purpose not only money and building materials, but even houses and vineyards and much more.
The temple was open until 1935, after which it was closed by the Soviet authorities. The building was planned to be demolished in order to build a House of Pioneers on this site, but the idea was not brought to life due to the outbreak of the Great Patriotic War. During the years of peace, the House of Pioneers was located in the Church of the Intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, and for several years repair shops were located here.
The revival of the church began at the end of the 20th century. In 1996, it was decorated by the artist I. Sakharov, who updated the interior decoration of the temple and depicted Crimean saints on it. Now the building belongs to the courtyard of the Kiziltash Monastery.
Mount Falcon
Address : village "Novy Svet" How to get there : first by bus No. 5 from the bus station to Novy Svet. Then walk from the Polet rest house to the bridge over the ravine to the source of St. Anastasia along a forest path. From the source there is a trodden path to the top. You can also reach the top through the rock "Gendarme" ("Devil's Finger"). You need to go around it and go up through the oak grove.
Important! It is better to visit Mount Sokol accompanied by a professional who knows the road well.
You can order an escort service at the SeaL Center for Active Recreation and Extreme Tourism.
Mount Sokol used to be the bottom of the sea, but now it rises 474 meters above sea level. Tourists love to climb it; they don’t mind spending time and effort for a gorgeous view of the sea and mountains. The mountain is a favorite place for climbers of any level of professionalism; there are many routes for rock climbers.
Note! Climbing Mount Sokol is quite difficult, so it’s better not to take children with you. You need to make the descent EXCLUSIVELY in comfortable shoes, with water and food.
New World
This is the name of a small village, the road to which from Sudak takes about an hour and a half on foot. The Golitsyn trail, carved into the rock, is worth the time. Traveling on a yacht on the sea is faster and also exciting.
Being high, high in the mountains, people admire the blue, blue sea. The Kapchik, Karaul-Oba, Orel, Sokol and Meganom mountains are beautiful from all angles and from afar they resemble rhinoceroses, sleeping dragons, and turtles.
Not all beaches are convenient to get to, and therefore they are more spacious. The small pebble beaches appear black, but the beaches are mostly sunny and sandy and the water depth near the shore is suitable for poor swimmers. A heavenly place.
Golitsyn trail
Address : New World village Cost : 100 rubles How to get there :
- by bus: from the bus station, route No. 5;
- by car: 8.5 km west of Sudak;
- by boat: boat from Tsarskaya Bay to the New World
Note: the tour can only be booked on site.
The Golitsyn Trail is located on Mount Eagle. It stretches from Pirate Bay to Cape Kapchik, and from the height of the trail (about 50 meters) incredible views open up. The trail ends with the Golitsyn grotto.
It is interesting that Golitsyn's grotto is often called Chaliapin's grotto. Although the singer has never even been to these places.
From the Golitsyn grotto there is an entrance to a 7 km long adit. Prince Golitsyn, who was a skilled winemaker, stored his wines and champagne in these adits. Therefore, who knows, maybe some tourist will be lucky enough to find a bottle of a drink there that has been stored for hundreds of years.
The total length of the trail is just under 6 km. The local terrain is rocky and uneven, making walking along the trail a little difficult. Therefore, this is not the best option for visiting with small children.
Museum of the History of Winemaking
Address : “New World” village, Shalyapina street 1 Website : https://nsvet-crimea.ru/ Opening hours : every day from 10:00 to 18:00, except Sat and Sun. Doesn't work in winter. Cost : excursion + wine tasting - 1000 rubles per person (to make an appointment, call: +7 (36566) 3-28-91 or +7 (978) 9-140-140) How to get there : from the bus station, route No. 5 to the stop “New World”, then 500 meters walk to the museum
The museum operates at the Novy Svet champagne wine factory. It is located on the former estate of winemaker Prince Golitsyn, who founded the distillery in 1878.
Advice! Wine lovers will certainly enjoy the dessert white sweet wine “Seventh Heaven of Prince Golitsyn.” It can be purchased directly on the territory of the complex, where it is produced.
Museum visitors are offered several types of excursions to choose from: historical, royal, Bruterian, and New World symphonies. Each includes a wine tasting.
Despite the presence of tastings in the excursion program, visiting the museum of the history of winemaking will be interesting for tourists of all ages. The excursions are led by top-class professionals who will tell visitors the history of the most famous drinks, guide them through the cellars and tunnels where wine is stored, and introduce them to the structure of the winery.
Beaches and entertainment
Central Beach
The city of Sudak is famous not only for its attractions, but also for its beaches. The main one is called “Central”. The length of the coastline is about 250 m, and the width is about 40 m. The area is clean, entry into the water is comfortable. The only drawback is the large number of vacationers, especially during peak season.
Vin
The winery on the estate of Prince Golitsyn has been known since 1878. Tourists here are traditionally introduced to the main stages of the production of Crimean champagne, and then led through dark tunnels into ancient cellars. There, in the semi-darkness, covered in dust and cobwebs, famous local varieties have been ripening for decades. Some rarities made for the Russian emperor and his family are inviolable.
A walk through the winery ends with a wine tasting in a beautiful hall with stylized noble furnishings.
Mojito Beach
An artificial beach was built in the western part of Sudak Bay. The surroundings are complemented favorably by the Genoese fortress, visible on the mountain. The coastline is strewn with imported fine sand - a rarity for local beaches, where pebbles predominate.
There is a cafe here, and you can rent umbrellas and sun loungers. “Mojito” is one of the most comfortable beaches in Sudak.
Water park "Sudak"
Sudak is a city of attractions and entertainment for every taste. You can verify this by visiting an open-air water park.
On an area of over 2 hectares there are 6 swimming pools and 13 water attractions. Most Popular:
- a slide simulating free fall;
- “Superloop” slide with a length of 170 m;
- river with a countercurrent.
For small visitors there is a separate swimming pool with smooth depth changes: 35 cm, 55 cm and 75 cm. The Korablik play complex is very popular.
A cafe, food court and aquabar invite you to satisfy your hunger. There is a disco in the evening. Prices for visiting the Sudak water park depend on the time of day, promotions and discounts apply.
Cypress Alley
A noisy street about 1 km long runs perpendicular to the embankment - from Lenin Street to the city beach. Initially they planned to plant chestnuts here, but apparently something went wrong - and cypress trees appeared. Heat-loving trees feel good on Crimean soil, although they require tireless attention.
The alley offers tourists many ways to spend their money. There are all kinds of shops, souvenir shops and a fruit market. There is even a small go-kart track and a petting zoo .
As night falls, clubs, bars and attractions wake up. Cafes and restaurants invite you to have a delicious time, although not all of them can boast complex menus and delicacies.
"Arzy"
The beach is located not far from the Genoese fortress, but at quite a distance from the city center, so there are always free places here. The coastal strip, about 250 m long, is separated by a pier, which swimmers use for diving.
The beach is named after the Arzy restaurant of the same name, whose staff maintains order on the territory. The establishment specializes in Tatar cuisine, but the menu also offers dishes from European, Russian and Japanese cuisines.
Vin
Among the attractions of Sudak and its surroundings is the oldest winery on the peninsula, “Solnechnaya Dolina”. It owes its appearance to Prince Golitsyn, who decided to establish new vineyards on the lands of the Archaderesse region.
He attracted Prince Gorchakov to finance the project. After 10 years, investors fell out and the company had to be sold. The new owner managed to preserve both the vineyards, which have since grown to 350 hectares, and production. Today, Solnechnaya Dolina produces over 1 million bottles of wine annually, including sparkling wine.
In 2004, a Wine Museum . Exhibits are displayed right in the tasting room. The main ones are bottles of wine produced under Prince Golitsyn. While enjoying the intoxicating masterpieces of Sunny Valley, tourists get acquainted with the nuances of production and learn interesting facts about wine.
Cape Meganom
Address : Sudak How to get there : By bus with the route Sudak - Kapsel - Solnechnaya Dolina
Cape Meganom is considered the largest cape on the entire coast; it is located between Koktebel and Sudak. The cape has varied terrain. There are rocky ledges and flat beaches where you can swim. The road from Sudak to Meganom takes little time, the routes for tourists are quite easy. At the very edge of the cape there is an active Meganom lighthouse.
On the territory of Cape Meganom there is a protected area where unique representatives of the flora grow. In the waters near Meganom there are a lot of crabs, rapans and mussels. So vacationers can arm themselves with a mask and go spearfishing. For those who like to dive, Cape Meganom has simply ideal conditions.
Interesting places in the surrounding area
Here's where you can go from Sudak on your own:
Mount Falcon
In Turkic, this name sounds like “Kush-kaya” and indeed, in outline, it resembles a falcon about to take off. This natural formation is more like a rocky hill, half a kilometer high and 1.2 km long. This attraction of Sudak and the surrounding area is worth visiting for rock climbers, as Kush-kaya provides challenging routes for this sport. Pedestrians can climb here along special paths. From the mountain you can admire the wonderful coast and Sudak.
Cape Meganom
The beach of the same name in the vicinity of Sudak, located near Feodosia. This is a special place in ancient Greek mythology, which explains why people never settled on its territory. According to legend, the sacred river Styx flowed here - the river of the dead, whose souls went to the underground kingdom of Hades. Today there is a functioning lighthouse here, built in the 19th century.
Winery and “Sunny Valley”
Located in the vicinity of Sudak, these attractions can be visited in winter by those who like to appreciate the taste of Crimean wines. There are tasting rooms for tourists, where you can try a specific taste of the drink or buy a gift bottle.
By visiting it, you can learn about the history of the production of this drink in the Russian Empire or classical technologies that allow you to get an amazing taste.
Kapsel Bay
Located adjacent to Cape Meganom, it consists of many small bays along the coastline. The purity of the water here is amazing, and on the deserted beaches you can really enjoy nature. From Sudak you can get to this attraction on foot, covering about 6 km, or by car. The bay is perfect for nudists, lovers of tents or camping, as well as fishermen and divers.
Kiziltash Monastery
Located in the village. Krasnokamenka 15 km from Sudak. The religious building provides an opportunity to admire the Robber Cave, a grotto with paintings dating back to 1837, and a holy spring.
Choban-Kule Tower
Located on Cape Agir in the village. Seashore on the shore with high and steep cliffs. It was built by the Genoese in the 15th century, using unprocessed stone blocks. Now the landmark and interesting place in the vicinity of Sudak is dilapidated, but walls 3 m thick and a watch tower 9 m high, surrounded by other remains of the building, have been preserved. If you look into Morskoye, you can find an archaeological museum offering interesting documents.
Day visit to Mriya Resort & SPA
Address: Yalta, p. Opolznevoye, General Ostryakov Street, 9 Phone: Website: https://mriyaresort.com/dream-day/ Opening hours: Mon-Sun 08:00 - 22:00 Cost (season/off-season):
- Adult with meals – 9,000 rubles/6,000 rubles.
- Adult without meals – 6,000 rubles/3,000 rubles.
- Children's with meals – 6,000 rub. / 3,000 rub.
- Children without food – 3000 rub. / 1500 rub.
Check the exact cost on the website or by phone.
There are an incredible number of interesting and beautiful places in Crimea. You can come here again and again, and there will still be items on your tourist checklist that are a must-see. The large-scale resort complex Mriya Resort & SPA has been one of these places for a long time. Many people know it as a hotel, although you can visit it without staying. Available to all guests and residents of the peninsula.
Relax in the SPA center, swim in the pool, sunbathe on the modern beach, stroll along the paths of the Japanese Garden or try yourself in a rope camp. Sounds like a good plan for a long vacation, but at Mriya Resort & SPA you can get all these experiences in just one day!
“Dream Day” is a day when you can walk around the complex from morning until evening, use its services - there will be entertainment for every family member.
Includes visits to many locations of the complex:
- indoor and outdoor swimming pools
- spa zones: Finnish and cedar saunas, hammam in the SPA center
- beach area
- Japanese Garden "Six Senses"
- gym and scheduled group training
- entertainment center Metropolis
- children's amusement park Dreamwood
- Winepark
- children's club and games room (children over 4 years old are allowed to stay without parents)
- concerts of invited stars, events on the day of the visit (according to the poster on the website)
- meals: depending on the ticket category, meals at the Azurr Swedish line restaurant may be included.
You can also visit one of the 8 bars and restaurants located on the territory of the complex. At your service: European, Italian, Mediterranean, Asian and of course local, Crimean cuisine.
Japanese Garden "Six Senses"
Address: Yalta, p. Opolznevoye, General Ostryakova Street, 9 Phone: Website: Japanese-sad.rf Opening hours: Mon-Sun 08:00 - 22:00 (from September to May - until 20:00) Cost of the excursion: Group excursion - 1500 ₽/person , preferential categories of citizens and children 6–14 — 1,000 ₽/person. Check the entire list of services and tariffs on the website or by phone.
Guests of Crimea, who have already visited various palaces, wineries, parks and other attractions of Crimea more than once, having had enough of them, will be able to get acquainted with and try a completely different format of tourist recreation.
The Japanese Garden of Six Senses is a place for contemplative relaxation and leisurely walks in Crimea.
Six Senses is a three-level, 6-hectare walking garden where guests can see with their own eyes several types of Japanese gardens in one place: a tea garden, a walking garden with a stream and a pond, a dry rock garden, a shady garden and buildings of Japanese architecture.
The pearl of the garden is the open thermal baths overlooking the sea and mountains.
Here, a visitor to the peninsula in search of new entertainment and experiences will be able to discover a new, different type of vacation: thoughtful, contemplative, filled with meaning.
Guests of the garden have numerous opportunities: you can take part in an excursion, take a yoga class, plunge into thermal springs with stunning views of the sea, or enjoy a tea ceremony.
The author of the project is Shiro Nakane, curator of the Imperial Japanese Garden in Kyoto. The garden is located on the territory of the five-star Mriya Resort & SPA. Every year about 25,000 people become its guests.
Motor ship "Prince Bagration"
Address : Meganom beach Cost : 100 rubles (may be charged for visiting the beach) How to get there : there is a direct bus from the bus station to the beach
The motor ship "Prince Bagration" is one of the first screw-driven passenger ships. It was built in 1912 and lasted longer than its brothers. In 1994, the ship was towed to the coast of Sudak, where it is still located.
Although the ship is now abandoned, many tourists come to see it. Photo shoots in vintage style are often held against its backdrop. According to many locals and visitors, the motor ship “Prince Bagration” is the best abandoned place in all of Crimea.
Note! The ship is quite old and fragile. Therefore, climbing it is highly not recommended.
