What to see in Adler? Interesting tourist places

Greetings to all our readers from Sochi!

Yes, yes, we arrived in Sochi at 6 o’clock in the morning. We got off the plane, quickly went through passport control, picked up our luggage and left the airport. I’ll write right away that our one day in Sochi was not very productive, because we failed to plan it correctly. Next time we'll pay more attention to planning.

The first thing we saw, or rather breathed in, was air! Oh, what is the air here!! What air!!! I can't describe it in words. It is so fresh and tasty that all we did all day in Sochi was try to get enough of it for the whole year ahead. When I remember my feelings about leaving the airport, I get goosebumps.

Olympic Park

The Olympic Park was built for the 2014 Olympics in Sochi. All the necessary infrastructure for holding sporting events and comfortable recreation for visitors was built on its territory. Now all stadiums and buildings are functioning. The stadiums are still the center of sporting events, and the media center building now serves other functions. In the center there is a fountain with the Olympic torch.

There are many cafes and restaurants, shops and souvenir shops in the park. The park hosts shows, concerts and various sporting events. There are also many places where you can rent a bicycle. Next to the park there is a train station, also built for the Olympics.

Address: Adler, Olympic Park.

Many Olympic facilities that remained after the Sochi 2014 Olympics continue to be used. They host training, competitions, and shows. Some are being dismantled. You can book a tour of the park in an electric car or take an electric scooter. But if you like to walk a lot, then you can get around everything on your own.

The Formula 1 track is also located here; you can see the track itself and the stands next to the Olympic venues.

In the evenings, all objects are illuminated. The center of attraction is the singing fountain “Olympic Flame Bowl” on Medalnaya Square. The musical accompaniment changes depending on the day of the week. It is better to look at the repertoire and schedule in advance on the official website. The fountain is periodically closed for maintenance, which lasts several days.

It is better to watch the show from a pedestrian bridge, as if a little from above, in order to appreciate all the visual effects (for example, stars sparkling in the water). The Olympic Park has interesting museums, for example, Nikola Tesla, Leonardo, ancient animals, a dinosaur exhibition, and a car museum. Next door is Sochi Park with its breathtaking rides and fabulous hotels.

Throughout Adler you can find symbols of the Olympics and the World Cup.

Shopping and entertainment in one place

What to do in the evening in Adler for those who like to combine business with pleasure? Of course, go to one of the shopping and entertainment centers that are open until late and offer all kinds of fun: from shopping to movie shows, computer games and restaurants. The list of leaders often includes:

"New Age";
"Mandarin";
Plaza City.

There is not much entertainment in the Novy Vek shopping center, but there are shops and boutiques, and many cute cafes. “Mandarin” is a mall that opens up a new philosophy of recreation and offers chic shopping, beach fun, laser shows, concerts, a karaoke bar, and many restaurants with cuisine from around the world.

Adler's largest shopping and entertainment complex is Plaza City, it is organized in the best traditions of similar establishments in Western Europe. There are many shops on the ground floor, sports boutiques on the second, catering on the third. Among the fast food cafes you can find famous European brands, there is its own cinema, and slot machines are installed. The highlight of the complex is an ice skating rink with the possibility of renting equipment; skating on a hot summer day is refreshing.

Amusement park Sochi Park

A large park with an area of 25 hectares is divided into thematic zones. The park has 20 modern attractions, a dolphinarium and the Bogatyr Hotel. Among the attractions are the highest extreme slides with high-speed descents, a huge swing in the shape of a ship, family and water attractions and a Ferris wheel 60 meters high.

There is also an illusion room where quests, shows and performances are held. The park also has a sovarium where you can touch and feed birds, and a petting zoo. There are special science areas for children where interesting science experiments are shown.

There is also an area for board game lovers. For very young visitors there are special children's attractions and a huge indoor playground, animators work. There are cafes and restaurants in the park.

Address: Adler, Imereti Lowland, Olympic Avenue, 21.

Where to go to the beach

There are 17 km of beaches along the coastline, most of them pebble, but there are also sandy ones. Paid entrance only in the territories of some boarding houses (for example, "Burgas", "Yuzhny"), sanatoriums ("Adler" and "Znanie") and hotels. Everywhere there is approximately the same range of entertainment and “buns” and scooters, trampolines and inflatable slides for children, awnings, sunbeds, changing rooms, showers, toilets and countless kiosks with ice cream and fast food. There are paid parking lots nearby.

The central city beach "Chaika" stretches from the sanatorium "South Coast" to the right bank of the Mzymta River. It is covered with small pebbles, and in places with sand, and is protected from the surf by a breakwater. The bottom is flat, descends smoothly, there are no strong currents. This is an ideal place for families with children; the little ones have an inflatable pool on the shore.

Larisa Chernyavskaya

The Ogonyok beach on the other side of the Southern Seashore is strewn with small sharp pebbles; you should not appear here without “coral sandals.” But the water is noticeably cleaner than on any sandy beach. Further on there is a wide strip of beaches. They are separated from the residential sector by a railway track, but are always full of people. At the height of the season it is difficult to find a free place here.

The beach near Nizhneimeretinskaya Bay was built only in preparation for the Olympics. It is covered with large pebbles, the bottom drops quickly, and the water is clear. Boats and yachts are rented at the berths of the Imereti port; diving, windsurfing, kitesurfing centers operate here, and extreme sports enthusiasts go paragliding.

Coastline of Imereti Bay

Adler Park of Culture and Leisure

Romashek Street, 1

Adler Culture and Recreation Park is located in the Central Microdistrict of Adler at the intersection of Lenin and Romashek streets. You can get here from public transport stops such as “Vzletnaya”, “RUDN University”, “Sportbaza” and “Yuzhnoe Vzmorye”. There are many buses through the center of Adler from any part of Sirius, Khosta or Adler, so finding this Amusement Park will not be difficult.

Adler Central Park of Culture and Culture is located near the Embankment

This amusement park, of course, is not a competitor to Sochi Park. There are more primitive and familiar attractions here, but the prices here are many times more affordable than in Sochi Park, and besides, entrance to the park is absolutely free, you only pay for the use of the attractions.

The center has been operating in Adler since 1980, and its opening was timed to coincide with the May 1st holiday. The level of its entertainment component, aimed primarily at children, has not changed significantly since then, which is why it is often called “Retro Park.” Adults here enjoy walking along shady alleys, sitting in ivy-covered gazebos, and remembering their happy childhood.

TsPKO attractions for children are very interesting and attractive

Attractions such as the Autodrom and the Ferris Wheel are in constant demand; children love to walk around the town of Alice and experience some dizziness in the Upside Down House. And it’s a lot of fun to go into the “Room of Laughter” with your parents, who here again become carefree and laughing children. There is also a popular petting zoo and outdoor exercise equipment in the park.

One of the most popular petting zoos in this region is located in the Central Park of Culture and Culture.

In addition to visiting the attractions, here you can walk for a long time through the green territory of the park itself, admiring its artificial lakes and beautifully designed landscaped corners. There are many cafes and small restaurants in the park that play live music in the evenings. By the way, in the evenings this park becomes a very popular vacation spot for local residents and visiting vacationers. After all, at this time, bright lights turn on here, multi-colored fountains look beautiful, and cheerful music sounds everywhere.

Travel budget

Adler is a summer resort. But in winter, oddly enough, prices here are higher than in summer. Let's look at some expense items (travel, housing).

Air ticket from Moscow to Sochi in both directions ≈ 12,500 ₽ (Utair airline) according to Aviasales.ru →
Train ticket Moscow - Adler ≈ 4100 ₽ (reserved seat), 8700 (compartment) - current prices on Poezd.ru →
Accommodation in a 3* hotel (double room) ≈ 3800 ₽ per day - find a hotel on Booking.com or Hootellook.ru →
Accommodation in a rented apartment for two ≈ 2200 ₽ per day when booking, for example, through Sutochno.ru →

The cost of a five-day tour for two to a 3* hotel is ≈ 50–60 thousand rubles - choose a tour on Travelata.ru and receive a promotional code for its purchase →
The fare for public transport is 26 rubles (on short routes) and 28 rubles (on long routes). When paying with a Visa card, there is a 6 ₽ discount.
The cost of travel on the Sochi-Adler bus is 100 rubles.

Take a good mood and go for a walk!

As practice shows, Adler is popular among tourists not only in summer. This was greatly facilitated by the Winter Olympics, after which a developed infrastructure remained here. If you want to celebrate the New Year or spend the New Year holidays in an unusual way, come to Adler in January. Excellent ski resorts, a rich excursion program and other entertainment will await you.

Author: Valentin Tribushnoy

Article last updated: January 13, 2022

Adler Terrarium “Jungle World”

Lenina Street, 219/2 B

Not far from the Dolphinarium there is another place worth visiting - “Jungle World”. This is a terrarium with amazing reptiles and amphibians that you wouldn’t really want to meet in ordinary life. But looking at the anaconda and the Nile crocodile, the yellow python and the imperial boa constrictor, being close to them, but in unattainable safety, is very, very interesting. And not only for children.

These snakes, dangerous in nature, are so beautiful behind the glass of the terrarium

Smaller representatives of this class also live here in the form of iguanas, chameleons and other lizards. There are also toads and spiders, and turtles. And as an exclusive - monkeys, parrots, etc. Each cage is equipped with information plates with the name of the animal and its main characteristics. By the way, if your visit takes place in the afternoon, you will be able to watch the process of feeding the snakes, although on the other hand, it may be better for children not to see this. In addition, during this period quite a lot of people gather in the small area of the Terrarium, and visitors may experience some discomfort.

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The territory of the terrarium is small, but you can go there

There is also a small petting zoo at the Terrarium, which children love to visit. There, children can not only pet goats and rabbits, but also feed them, as well as poultry living there. This amazing animal world can be visited all year round and every day from 10 to 21 hours. It is better to find out about prices on the official website, because this is the most variable information.

Apery

Open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Founded in 1927. Asian and African species of monkeys live here, more than 4,500 in total. The nursery is based on the Research Institute of Medical Primatology, where research is carried out that is very important for humanity. Three types of excursions around the nursery will allow you to learn everything about the world of monkeys. You can have an educational and interesting time for 400 rubles. adults, children 7-14 years old - 200 rubles, it is important that up to 7 years old admission is free. More details ->>>

Address: Sochi, Adler district, village. Vesele, st. Mira, 177

Sea in Adler

The beaches in Adler are sand and pebble. Somewhere there is more sand, somewhere there is almost none. The sand is dark, which affects the color of the water. But only in Adler you will find such a beach, and it is completely free.

This is not a montage. But, of course, there is a catch. The shells are fixed in the fence on the embankment, and at a certain angle you can take such luxurious photos. This place is located behind the Adler railway station. Even if you come out of season and the sea is still cold, walking along the coast is a special pleasure and feast for the eyes. And even though you won’t be able to see the sun rising from the sea (because it rises from the direction of the city), but at dawn the soft pink colors make the picture look like watercolors.

The sea is beautiful even in bad weather. Do you want photos with birds? Feed the seagulls.

The embankment is long, with numerous cafes and shops.

You can look at the sea from above from the observation deck of the railway station - you need to climb the external stairs from the embankment.

January poster

During the New Year holidays, Adler's poster is full of various events. Some of them are described below.

From January 2 to 6, the Iceberg Ice Palace will host Tatiana Navka’s musical “Sleeping Beauty. The Legend of Two Kingdoms." Ticket prices start from 1300 ₽.

Ice Palace "Iceberg"

On January 3 at 19:00 in the Red Arena (Krasnaya Polyana, Estonskaya St., 51) there will be a New Year's concert by the winner of the Chanson of the Year award, Yaroslav Sumishevsky. Tickets cost from 1800 ₽.

On January 6 at 19:00 in the concert hall “Rosa Hall” (Naberezhnaya Lavandy St., 6, building 1) you will enjoy a monologue-concert by the writer Evgeniy Grishkovets. Tickets - from 2000 ₽.

On January 7 at 21:00 the Red Arena will host a solo concert by Valery Meladze. Ticket prices start from RUB 3,500.

On 01/08/2022 at 19:00 at the Rosa Hall MCC you will be able to see the New Year’s concert “Once Upon a Time in Russia”. Tickets cost from 3000 ₽.

, Pelageya’s Christmas concert will take place in the Rosa Hall concert hall Tickets cost from 2000 ₽.

01/16/2022 at 19:00 at the Rosa Hall MCC the “Women’s Stand-Up” show awaits you. Ticket prices start from RUB 4,500.

Adler embankment

The length of the Adler promenade is 1.5 km. Here you can visit shops, shopping centers and souvenir shops, see the sights, and relax in a luxurious spa. There are catering establishments scattered throughout the territory with a wide range of price tags - from cheap cafes to elite restaurants with signature cuisine.

Adler Embankment is a place where citizens flock to admire the sea, relax and have fun. And for tourists, this is also an excellent chance to get acquainted with the social life and culture of the area: in the evenings you can meet street artists and musicians here, and go to dance cafes. The highlight of the attraction is the Central Beach.

Address: Naberezhnaya street, Bolshoi Sochi, Krasnodar region, Russia.

What to bring from Adler

The most popular souvenirs from Adler are related to the Olympics. Here you can buy T-shirts, caps, scarves, magnets, cups and other souvenirs with Olympic symbols. You can also bring from Adler:

shell products;

Bright shells are everywhere here.

juniper products;
woolen items;
boxwood products;
seeds, bulbs, seedlings;
art glass products from Art Glass Studio.

Art Glass Studio. Stop by for souvenirs!

Addresses of some souvenir shops:

World of Souvenirs. St. Democratic, 26, building 1.
Network of souvenir shops. St. Enlightenment, 7.
Adler Souvenir. St. Democratic, 38 a.

Art Glass Studio products can be purchased on Foreleva Street, 41 A.

Imeretinskaya embankment

The picturesque curved promenade along the beach is perfect for an evening stroll. The wide embankment is lined with paving stones and has benches and lanterns installed on it. There is also a dedicated bicycle path and bicycle parking areas. Flowers and palm trees are planted on the embankment.

Along it there are cafes and shops. Various sculptural compositions are installed on the embankment. Among them there is a map with small copies of Olympic objects, a large sundial and other art objects.

There is also a singing fountain in the evening. Various vehicles are available for rent on the embankment. The embankment ends at the border with Abkhazia.

Address: Adler, Imereti Lowland.

Southern Cultures Park

The picturesque dendrological park, founded more than a century ago, contains amazing trees, shrubs and flowers from Asia, Africa and the American continents. Visitors can admire bamboo groves, Himalayan cedars, and various varieties of roses. Small ponds on the territory add additional charm to the exotic attraction.

You can visit it at any time of the year: the evergreen plants are interesting to see even in winter, walking along the well-groomed paths of the park.

Address: Park "Southern Cultures", Gubernskaya street, Adler, Krasnodar region, Russia.

Park named after Bestuzhev-Marlinsky

There's more to see in the city center. This square was founded in 1910 in honor of the Decembrist. This is an excellent resting place for children; shade is provided by trees planted back then. Flower beds with bright flowers serve as an excellent decoration. The square is located very close to the embankment; it is convenient to take a break here, especially in a big city.

Address: Sochi, Adler district, st. Karla Marksa, 8

Adler Dolphinarium

A visit to the dolphinarium is a great activity for the whole family. The Adler Dolphinarium features dolphins, fur seals and lions, and even polar beluga whales. The show program lasts approximately 50 minutes. During this time, sea artists will perform many tricks with equipment such as balls and hoops, jump through hoops and much more.

You can see an amazing sight - a whale rides a fur seal. The dolphins will also paint a picture. After the performance ends, you can take a photo with the artists. For an additional cost, you can ride around the pool on a boat, which will be driven by one of the dolphins.

Address: Adler, st. Lenina, 219-A.

Oceanarium Sochi Discovery World Aquarium

The largest aquarium in the country, the Adler Oceanarium, is definitely worth a visit when you come to Sochi. The number of guests is off the charts, but the huge territory of the complex can easily accommodate everyone. The aquarium's exhibition includes up to 30 aquariums with all kinds of marine life.

The design of the halls, stylized to resemble the natural environment, is impressive. The highlight of the complex is an underwater tunnel with a length of 44 m: stingrays, sharks and seahorses slowly move along the sides and above the heads of guests, allowing you to immerse yourself - almost literally - in the world of underwater flora and fauna.

Address: Sochi Discovery World Aquarium, Lenina Street, Adler, Krasnodar Territory, Russia.

Where to go for a fisherman

For fishing enthusiasts, Lake Achigvar awaits you at the exit from Adler towards the village. Eagle-Emerald. The cascade of several reservoirs is artificially stocked with sturgeon, carp, carp and trout. The shores are equipped for comfortable fishing; there are barbecues and smokehouses for preparing caught fish; fish farm employees take care of its cleaning. A small island in the middle of the lake is also rented for outdoor corporate events.

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Sights of Adler in winter

Almost all the attractions of Adler are open all year round, so you won’t have to refuse to visit an interesting place. The same Olympic Park with its numerous locations will delight you with all sorts of amenities, both in winter and in summer. Unless the Fountain Show is closed for the winter.

Specifically in winter it is better to visit ski resorts. And if you come to them in early spring, you can find excellent discounts. It is also worth considering that most waterfalls in the vicinity of Adler dry up in winter, so it is better to postpone visiting them until spring or summer. And it’s smarter to conquer trekking trails with climbs in the warm season.

Air and water temperature

For most of the month, the air temperature in Adler in January does not fall below +0 °C and does not rise above +10 °C.

The climate of the resort belongs to the humid subtropical type, which in winter is characterized by cyclones with low air pressure, rain and strong winds, and storms.

Air temperature in Adler in January

Average air temperatures in this region are +8.2 °C during the day and +3.7 °C at night. The lowest temperature is between −3 °C and −9 °C.

Daily temperature changes in Adler are higher than in the center of Sochi.

Sea water temperature in Adler in January

In the first month of the year, the average water temperature in the Black Sea is +10.6 °C. The sea continues to cool until spring arrives.

Precipitation

January competes with December in terms of precipitation. For January, their average is 78.3 mm, mainly due to rain, which can fall for several days without a break.

Snowfall is rare. Snow cover remains stable only in the mountains until April.

Sunny, cloudy and cloudy days

The number of cloudy and cloudy days in January at the resort is almost the same. There are 12 sunny days in a month.

Daylight hours last 9.0–9.9 hours, of which on average only 5.6 hours of sunshine.

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.

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Holidays, events and festivals

Holidays in Adler in January are well known to the Orthodox world. This is New Year and Christmas (January 7), Old New Year, Epiphany (January 19).

During the New Year holidays, many entertainment programs take place in every hotel and on the streets of the city, the organizers of which invite everyone in advance to have fun. New Year's festivities usually end by January 8th.

During Christmastide, city residents visit churches en masse and collect holy water. Every year, Epiphany bathing is organized in indoor and outdoor pools and reservoirs, designed to heal any person who, according to tradition, decided to plunge into cold water.

In the first days of the new year, the Adler district of Sochi hosts the winter festival of art songs, poetry and active recreation named after Igor Simanovsky “Christmas Palm” .

In addition to the open concert, the events are held in a closed, club format. Among the participants are Russian and foreign poets and singers representing original works, history, culture and traditions of the Black Sea coast of the Caucasus.

For almost half a month, the international humor festival “Voting KiViN” takes place in Sochi, which has already left behind three dozen seasons.

In the halls hosting the event, you can see both short-format performances by new, previously unknown teams, and a competition between champion teams of leagues of different levels.

During the festival, the “KVN School” operates, parties in the format of DJ battles, a costume ball-carnival, and meetings of the “What? Where? When?”, performances by musical groups and much more.

In January–February, the Gazprom resort hosts competitions for the newly established Children's Open Alpine Skiing and Snowboarding Cup.

Children aged 8 to 14 years are allowed to attend. Winners are rewarded with certificates for visiting children's centers and gifts from sponsors.

Other competitions of professional winter sports athletes are held in all ski resorts and ice arenas in winter.

On the penultimate Sunday of January, the world celebrates Snow Day . the Rosa Khutor ski , a family event is organized, during which towns, fortresses, and figures are built from snow and ice.

Children participate in a competition for the best snow art object, paint a snow canvas, and take free skiing lessons.

Ivanovsky waterfall

A ten-meter waterfall flowing into a crystal clear lake. A very beautiful place. And if you love pristine nature, then this is the place for you. The waterfall in the gorge of the Psakho River is surrounded by a dense emerald array of vegetation. Birds are singing around. And the sound of falling water calms and relaxes. The rocks all around were overgrown with ferns, mosses and vines. The surface of the lake is azure-transparent. Everything is just like in the jungle. Gorgeous photos are guaranteed to you.

People often come here to meditate and fill themselves with positive energy.

To get to the waterfall you will need to walk a bit. Approximately 3 km. This walk is also part of the journey. The surrounding area is very picturesque.

To get to the place, take bus 105 or 135. Get off at the stop “Monastery village”. (You can also take a taxi.) From here, walk a short distance to a dirt path. The 3-kilometer route to the waterfall begins there.

In the village itself there is a bomb viewing platform. It offers a panoramic view of the mountains and river valley. Entry price to the waterfall: 200 rubles.

Akhshtyrskoye Gorge

village Kazachiy Brod

In addition to the sights and natural beauties of Krasnaya Polyana, today tourists are increasingly visiting the vicinity of the villages of Kazachiy 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.

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.

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.

What to see in the area

In addition to the attractions in the city itself, in winter there are many interesting places available near Adler. These are new cities and beautiful nature, an opportunity to learn new things or simply relax your soul and body.

When going to natural sites, you should pay attention to the weather and shoes. In any case, the latter should fit well on the foot and not slip. Forest paths after precipitation become slippery and dirty, and therefore dangerous. There is snow in the immediate vicinity of Adler, but it does not stay long and melts. It always lies only on the peaks of Krasnaya Polyana. In general, the winter landscapes of the surrounding area are reminiscent of the off-season in central Russia.

Sochi

Central Sochi is one of the most visited places when traveling outside of Adler. In winter, restaurants, shopping centers and other establishments useful to tourists are open there. People come to the center of Sochi to see its main attractions, walk along the well-groomed streets, and sometimes just compare it with summer. “Off-season” on warm, rainy days will indicate the absence of resort bustle and leaves on some trees.

Take a walk along the Central Embankment , at this time it is completely different than in the summer: a few visitors leisurely admire the sea. On the main street Navaginskaya , a pedestrian alley, it’s time to look into the “Mega Museum of the USSR” and look at thousands of familiar but bygone objects. Nearby, at the City History Museum, you can learn about how and when the country's main southern resort was born. Go to Seaside Park or Riviera Park , they will delight you with green plants and even flowers. In the port, winter can be completely unnoticeable: everywhere there are only snow-white yachts, evoking memories of sea voyages.

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Krasnaya Polyana

Krasnaya Polyana is a village in the Adler region, lying between the mountains 40 km from Adler. Those who travel to the Black Sea in winter are hardly unfamiliar with it: it is a modern ski resort, on the territory of which part of the competitions of the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi took place. In Krasnaya Polyana, or rather the village of Esto-Sadok, there are three ski resorts - Gazprom , Krasnaya Polyana and Rosa Khutor . They organize the operation of cable cars, ski schools, rentals, restaurants, hotels and various après ski activities. For a couple of hours or days you can easily become a guest conquering the slopes.

If you don't ski, come admire the mountains: the snow-capped peaks will not leave anyone indifferent. At the top you can sit in the restaurant, soak up the resort atmosphere and even test your resolve on the suspension bridge. Below - check in at the Rosa Khutor symbol of the town hall , get acquainted with the architecture and visit the “My Russia” museum .

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What to see in Krasnaya Polyana in winter

Akhshtyrskoye Gorge

The road to Krasnaya Polyana lies through the Akhshtyrskoye Gorge - another place that will complement your collection of impressions. The gorge in the Mzymta valley is formed by high steep cliffs, in one of them there is the Akhshtyrskaya cave , which is uncomplicated and accessible to visit in winter. Nearby is Skypark , which became famous thanks to the longest suspension bridge in Russia. It offers an excellent view of the entire valley. Not only will it provide a lot of incredible sensations: in the park you can fly over the gorge - there is a zipline, megatrolls and bungee jumping.

Opposite the Akhshtyrskaya cave, on the other bank of the Mzymta there is a small but picturesque Dzykhrinskoe gorge . Its decoration is the waterfall , which gains strength in autumn, winter and spring. 7 km further there is another waterfall - Dragon's Mouth , also full of water in the autumn-spring period.

Adler Monkey Nursery

In the village of Vesyoloye on the eastern outskirts of Adler there is a Research Institute of Medical Primatology. Tourists will be interested in the place because of its monkey nursery, which houses more than two hundred animals. Guests are offered excursions about the life of different species. The smallest monkeys can be treated to vegetables and fruits on their own.

Yew-boxwood grove

Yew-boxwood grove is a forest of relict yews and boxwoods along the Khosta River. Fancy silhouettes of trees, hanging mosses and vines create a magical atmosphere here. Even in winter, when some of the plants are devoid of greenery, the forest makes a fantastic impression. The faults and high walls of the Khosta gorge add to the unusualness. The air here is amazing at any time of the year.

The yew-boxwood grove is one of the most famous and accessible natural areas in the vicinity of Sochi and Adler. There are three routes of different lengths for walking, the paths are marked and equipped. Since the forest is located within the boundaries of the Caucasus Nature Reserve , a fee must be paid at the entrance. A similar fairy-tale world awaits guests on the trail in the Psakho canyon , near the village of Galitsyno.

Dacha of Colonel A.V. Kvitko

Halfway to Sochi, in the area of the Primorsky state farm, stands the dacha of Colonel A.V. Kvitko. It was built at the beginning of the 20th century at the request of his wife. The mansion has features of Italian architecture and looks like a small stone castle. Today it is in an abandoned state, although after the October Revolution it changed its purpose more than once.

The dacha is open to those wishing to view the architecture, conduct a photo shoot and admire the sea views. The interiors have not been preserved, but paintings, mirrors and even a piano enliven the former atmosphere. A fascinating excursion is provided for visitors, and live music is played in the evening.

Abkhazia

The southeastern edge of Adler coincides with Russia's southern border on the Black Sea and runs along the Psou River. Behind it begins Abkhazia - a small Republic lying on the sea coast. Like Adler, in summer it becomes a popular beach destination. In the off-season, Abkhazia attracts with cultural and natural attractions, Abkhazian cuisine, warm weather, but there is no entertainment at this time.

The weather in Abkhazia in winter pleases with positive temperatures, sunny days, greenery, tangerines in December-January, although there are also rainy days. The trip is possible for any length of time, some hotels and cafes are open.

A frequent reason for traveling is the desire to see mountain lake Ritsa . In summer it delights with its turquoise expanse and green mountains. In winter it becomes dark and reflects the snow-covered mountains. On the way to Ritsa, be sure to check out the Blue Lake and the Yupshar Canyon .

In Gagra, the largest city closest to the Russian border, stop at a couple of local symbols - the Colonnade and the Gagripsh restaurant . In New Athos, include the New Athos Monastery and the New Athos Cave . There you can hardly miss the Seaside Park and the waterfall on the Psyrdzkha River . Sukhum is the capital of the Republic and the most remote city visited by tourists. It amazes with its architecture, the incredible juxtaposition of the new and the abandoned. Among the most famous places in the city are the Mahajirov embankment and the Botanical Garden .

How to get from Adler to Gagra, to New Athos, to Sukhum What to see in Abkhazia in winter

Wet canyon of the Psakho River

The wet canyon is part of the Sochi National Park. The river in this canyon is of an unusually beautiful azure color. The limestone rock that borders the river ranges from one and a half to ten meters wide. The length of the canyon is two kilometers. Along the rocks there are waterfalls and grottoes.

Boxwood trees grow along the edges; breaking off its branches is strictly prohibited. These trees in Russia are found only in the area of Sochi. The canyon area is equipped with paths, railings and bridges, but you can go beyond this area. You should wear comfortable shoes and follow safety rules.

Address: Galitsino and Krasnaya Volya villages.
Coordinates: 43.541349; 39.939048.

Temple of the Holy Image of Christ the Savior

The temple was consecrated in 2014. Construction began in 2005. The Olympic Temple is called the center of Orthodox culture in Sochi. There is a Sunday school and missionary work is carried out here. This is a very beautiful temple in a modern style that any Christian will like.

Address: Sochi, Adler district, st. Spasskaya, 1

Excursion to the Valley of Legends and Waterfalls

Dry canyon of the Psakho River

It is believed that this canyon was formed after an earthquake and was then filled with water. The dry canyon is located at a distance from the current bed of the Psakho River, since over time the river had to change its course, and the canyon itself dried up. Now it is a path around high rocks made of limestone layers, inside of which there are depressions and grottoes.

The height of the limestone walls reaches 30 meters. Various bushes and trees grow on the rocks. The road to the canyon goes from the Wet Canyon through a clearing. Entrance to the Dry Canyon is paid separately. There are cafes and souvenir shops in the canyons.

Address: Galitsino and Krasnaya Volya villages.
Coordinates: 43.546511,39.94724.

Akhtsu Gorge

The landscape of this place was formed millions of years ago. According to one version of the origin of the name, the word “akhtsu” means “the place where lightning struck.” The gorge is a huge arch of limestone strata at an altitude of a kilometer and a length of 3 km.

The slopes are covered with coniferous and deciduous forests. A detailed tour of the gorge will take a lot of time, but it is worth it. You should definitely visit the Kepshin Cave, where primitive people once lived, and see the monument to the Red Army soldiers who died during the Civil War.

Address: Picnic Glade Gorge AHCU, Monastery, Krasnodar region, Russia.

Interesting places of Adler on the map

The location of the interesting places indicated in the article that you can visit on your own can be seen on the map below.

In Adler and the surrounding area there are many more places where you can go on your own and where you can see something interesting, for example: the Lost World dinosaur park, an art glass studio, the Nikola Tesla Museum, the Giant's House Museum, the Leonardo da Vinci Museum and other places. The possibilities will expand significantly if you drive your own car. A trip to Abkhazia, to the mountains, to waterfalls, to Krasnaya Polyana. The Olympics left behind a great legacy that is a must-see. Come to the Russian resort, you will find what to see in Adler on your own, and where to go, for example, you can read reviews from vacationers on the Internet and mark those places that are worth visiting.

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Trout farm in Adler

Trout fish are interesting because they live and breed only in very clean water bodies. Therefore, the clear waters of artesian springs in the village of Kazachiy Brod laid the foundation for the development of an entire farm for breeding this tasty and healthy fish. And the picturesque surrounding nature has made the place also a popular holiday destination.

Visitors can go on a tour of the territory, where they will be introduced to the nuances of trout breeding and told about its properties. Employees not only successfully grow it, but also develop new varieties. You can feed the fish yourself. A pleasant bonus is the tasting room, where guests can taste delicious seafood delicacies and grilled fish.

Address: Federal State Unitary Enterprise "Pedigree trout breeding farm", Forelevaya street, Kazachiy Brod, Krasnodar region, Russia.

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Where to go if it’s your first time in the city

Object number one, of course, is the nearest beach, and number two is the Adler market. The aromas of oriental spices tickle your nostrils, and the counters are filled with southern fruits and vegetables. Here you can buy fresh meat and fish, local wine, sheep cheese, suluguni, churchkhela.

It’s nice to end the first day of your stay in Adler in the Olympic Park near the magnificent color and musical fountain. 264 powerful water jets are illuminated by LED spotlights, hundreds of stars twinkle on the surface of the water, and fog blows around. Every evening there is a classical music concert accompanied by a light show.