Rostov-on-Don for tourists: the best time to travel and famous attractions

Rostov-on-Don is a unique ancient but rapidly developing city, 10th in the list of Russian megacities. Rostov owes much of its intensive development to its favorable location.

Did you know? “Port of 5 Seas”, “Rostov-Papa”, “Azov Liverpool” – these are not all the unofficial names of this wonderful city.

Our story will help you learn more about this outstanding city, about the best attractions of Rostov-on-Don with their photos and descriptions.

Brief information about Rostov-on-Don

In 1749, Empress Elizaveta Petrovna issued a decree establishing the Temernitsa customs house. This year is considered the founding date of Rostov-on-Don. The city became an important economic point due to its location at the intersection of water and land routes. Residential buildings and retail shops were built here, and in 1926 the Rostselmash agricultural machinery plant was founded. Later, theaters and other cultural institutions opened in Rostov-on-Don. During the Great Patriotic War, German troops occupied the city in 1941 and 1942.

Rostov-on-Don has a rich history and is an important economic point

Administratively, Rostov-on-Don is divided into 8 districts. The total area of ​​the territory is 348.5 km², and about 1,125,299 people live here. The settlement is located in the southeast of the East European Plain. The main part of the city is located on the right bank of the Don River, which provides it with access to five seas: the Black, Caspian, Baltic, White and Azov. The climate here is moderate continental. The average air temperature in winter is -2.9 °C, and in summer - about +28.3 °C.

Rostov-on-Don has an international airport, a seaport and a river station, main and suburban bus and railway stations. Several major highways pass through the city. You can move around the village by trams, metro, buses and trolleybuses. There are five bridges across the river, including for railway transport.

How to get to Rostov-on-Don

You can get to Rostov-on-Don from Moscow and other major Russian and European cities by direct flight. It is easy to get from the passenger terminal to the city center by bus No. 7, trolleybus No. 9, minibuses No. 24, 67, 88, 95.

Many trains running to Adler, Anapa, Nalchik, Kislovodsk, Novorossiysk, Vladikavkaz, Nazran pass through Rostov-on-Don. For example, the route “Moscow - Adler” is popular. The duration of such a trip will be 16 hours. And also buses depart from Moscow that run from the Kazan bus station, the South Gate international bus station, and the Varshavskaya and Krasnogvardeyskaya bus stations.

The best attractions in the city

There are many interesting and famous objects in Rostov-on-Don that cannot be seen in a day, so before traveling you should find out the location of the most famous places.

Architectural and historical objects

Rostov-on-Don has a large number of buildings built at the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th centuries - at that time merchants and noble people were actively settling here. Now these buildings are architectural monuments and popular among tourists:

• Paramonovsky warehouses are a complex of buildings built in the 19th century. They are located between Sokolov Avenue and Universitetsky Lane. These buildings are an architectural monument of federal significance. The facility is now in ruins;

  
  Paramonovsky warehouses - an ancient building in ruins

• The Wrangel House is a building created in 1885. One of the famous leaders of the white movement, founded in 1917–1922, Pyotr Nikolaevich Wrangel, spent his childhood and youth here. The author of the project was the architect N. A. Doroshenko. Tourists can see ancient stucco on the main façade, but the house is closed to the public. His address is Gazetny Lane, building 8;

  
  Wrangel House is an ancient building with a rich history

• The Liventsovskaya fortress was created in the 15th–14th centuries BC. e. and served as a fortification. The object was built by tribes of the North Caucasian culture. Now the fortress is in ruins. The landmark is located between the villages of Karataevo and Liventsovka in the Sovetsky district;

  
  The Liventsovskaya fortress is in ruins and has a rich history

• Paramonov's mansion, built in 1914, is made in the neoclassical style and is an architectural monument of federal significance. The library of Rostov State University is located here. The building is located on Pushkinskaya Street, 148. Many other historical objects are also located here, for example, apartment buildings, a monument to Pushkin, a city garden;

  
  Paramonov's mansion is one of the most beautiful buildings on Pushkinskaya Street

• The Martyn brothers' house, built in 1893, is located at the intersection of Krepostny Lane and Bolshaya Sadovaya Street. The red brick building has towers with a colorful roof. Now there is a branch of the State Museum-Reserve of M. A. Sholokhov. Building address: Bolshaya Sadovaya street, building 125;

  
  The Martyn brothers' house has a beautiful design

• The house of the Rostov mayor Ivan Zvorykin was built in 1914. Tourists will be interested in the object due to its beautiful architecture. Bay windows, a main entrance in the shape of a pointed arch, and attics with niches make the building graceful and elegant. House address: Pushkinskaya street, building 89/57;

  
  The house of Ivan Zvorykin is considered one of the most beautiful buildings in the city

• The Rostov TV tower was installed in 1958 and is one of the tallest structures in the city, reaching 195 meters. The tower is illuminated and looks beautiful in the dark. Object address: st. Barrikadnaya, 16;

  
  The Rostov TV tower is one of the tallest city buildings

• The Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary was built in 1860. The snow-white stone structure has five domes, a three-tier iconostasis, and a bell tower. In front of the building is Cathedral Square, where a monument to St. Demetrius of Rostov is erected. You can see the temple on the street. Stanislavsky, 58;

  
  The Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary has beautiful architecture

• The Bostrikins' apartment building was created in 1914 and is designed in the Art Nouveau architectural style. Balconies with openwork grilles, cladding of the first floor, decorative plaster make the building one of the most beautiful in Rostov-on-Don. Nowadays a bank branch is located here, but tourists can admire the architecture of the building from the outside while walking around the city. The attraction is located on Pushkinskaya Street, 106;

  
  The Bostrikins' apartment building has elegant architecture and is located near the city center

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• The Yablokov trading house was built in 1898. Graceful bas-reliefs, large window openings, and stucco decorate the building. Nowadays various commercial firms are located here. The author of the house project was the architect E.M. Gulin. Full address of the property: Bolshaya Sadovaya Street, building 64;

  
  Commercial organizations are located in the Yablokov trading house

• Rostov Arena is a sports complex built in 2022. It is designed to host football matches of the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The sports facility is equipped with bright night lighting and looks impressive on the river bank. The Levoberezhny Park was founded nearby. Object address: st. Levoberezhnaya, house No. 2B;

  
  Rostov Arena is a large sports complex

• The main building of the University of Warsaw, erected in 1914, is designed in Art Nouveau style. Now this facility is one of the buildings of the Southern Federal University. The building is located at the address: Bolshaya Sadovaya Street, building 33. You can get here by bus No. 3, 3a, 7, 67, 70, 80, 98;

  
  The main building of the University of Warsaw is designed in Art Nouveau style

• The fountain on Teatralnaya Square is the largest in Rostov-on-Don. It is surrounded by well-kept territory;

  
  The fountain is located on the main square of the city - Teatralnaya

• The Rostov Drama Theater named after M. Gorky was founded in 1863. Initially, the building was wooden, and after 20 years it was replaced with stone. The modern structure was created in 1935, but it was damaged during the Great Patriotic War. After restoration in 1963, the theater was opened to spectators. Depending on the performance, ticket prices range from 200 to 1,500 rubles. You can check the schedule, ticket prices and other features on the website of the institution, which is located on Teatralnaya Square, 1. You can get there by buses No. 3, 3a, 7, 67, 70, 80, 98, trolleybuses No. 1, 2, 9, 22 to stop “Teatralnaya Ploshchad”.

  
  The Rostov Drama Theater named after M. Gorky delights viewers with interesting productions

Military landmarks

Fierce battles were fought in Rostov-on-Don during the Great Patriotic War. Monuments, monuments and other objects reflect this historical period:

• The stela “To the Liberators of Rostov” is located on Teatralnaya Square. The monument was inaugurated in 1983. The tower reaches 72 meters in height. At the top there is a sculpture depicting the winged goddess Nike. Night illumination makes the stele very beautiful in the dark;

  
  The stela “Liberators of Rostov” is one of the tallest and most beautiful monuments of the city

• The monument to military doctors in Rostov-on-Don is located on the territory of the Central City Hospital at Voroshilovsky Prospekt, 105/11. The sculpture was unveiled in the 1970s and depicts a young nurse carrying a wounded soldier from the battlefield;

  
  The monument to military doctors is located on the territory of the Central City Hospital of Rostov-on-Don

• The memorial complex “Fallen Warriors” is located in the Frunze park (on Karl Marx Square). This monument is dedicated not only to soldiers, but also to civilians who died during the Great Patriotic War. The sculpture is a concrete half-ring that is installed horizontally. It depicts the grieving Motherland, and there are bright flower beds around it.

  
  The memorial complex “Fallen Warriors” is dedicated to those who died during the Great Patriotic War

The best museums in the city

The city is famous for its rich history, so there are many museums and other cultural attractions that will be of interest to travelers:

• The Museum of Fine Arts opened in 1938. The collection of exhibits includes more than 6,000 items. Visitors can see works of painting, sculpture, decorative and applied art, and graphics. The permanent exhibition presents ancient Russian art, works of the 18th - early 20th centuries, as well as creations by masters of Western Europe and the East. A separate ticket is required to view each exhibition. For example, to see the “Russian Art” collection you need to pay 110 rubles for adults, 30 rubles. — per ticket for schoolchildren, 50 rubles. - for students. Museum address: st. Pushkinskaya, 115. You can visit it from 10:00 to 18:00, closed on Tuesday;

  
  The Museum of Fine Arts displays works from different countries

• The Museum of the North Caucasus Railway is a complex that includes a museum in the Palace of Culture of Railway Workers and an open-air exhibition located at the old Gnilovskaya station, in the southwest of the city. The museum was opened in 1960. The institution's exhibitions include documents, photographs, maps, telephones and much more, and you can see all this on Guseva Street, 2. The collection, located in the open air, includes steam locomotives, diesel locomotives, tanks and other types of transport. The museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00, closed on Monday. A ticket for schoolchildren costs 50 rubles, for students - 60 rubles, for adults - 100 rubles;

  
  The Museum of the North Caucasus Railway presents various types of equipment

• The Rostov Regional Museum of Local Lore presents to visitors paintings, antiques, household and handicraft items, gold and silver items of the 4th century BC. e. - VIII century AD e. and much more. The institution was founded in 1937. Now this place is popular among tourists. Scientific events and lectures are also held here. Address: st. Bolshaya Sadovaya, 79. The museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 17:30. The price of tickets and excursions can be found on the institution’s website.

  
  The Rostov Regional Museum of Local History presents rare and interesting exhibits to visitors

Places for walking

Rostov-on-Don has a comfortable climate, so tourists should take a tour of the city and its surroundings. During such an event, you should pay attention to the following natural attractions:

• The Botanical Garden of the Southern Federal University was founded in 1927 and covers an area of ​​about 160.5 hectares. There is not only rich vegetation here, but there is a mineral spring, which is considered an Orthodox shrine and is named in honor of St. Seraphim of Sarov. There are beautiful alleys for walking in the garden. The establishment is open from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 18:00, and on Sunday and Saturday the garden is open from 10:00 to 18:00. A 1.5 hour excursion costs 150 rubles. for adults and 100 rub. for school age children. Children under 5 years old can visit the garden free of charge. Attraction address: lane. Botanical Descent, 7. You can get here by bus No. 37, minibuses No. 12, 20, 23, 25, 93 to the stop. "Botanical Garden", and then walk along the Botanical Descent;

  
  There are beautiful alleys for walking in the Botanical Garden of SFU

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• The Kumzhenskaya Grove is famous for the fact that in 1983 a memorial dedicated to the fallen Red Army soldiers who participated in the liberation of Rostov-on-Don was erected here. A landscaped alley leads to it, and the rich vegetation of the grove makes this place beautiful and popular for walking. The grove is located on the Kumzhenskaya Spit, located on the spit of the Don and the Dead Donets;

  
  Kumzhenskaya Grove is a picturesque place with a memorable memorial

• Green Island is a piece of land located in the middle of the Don River. It is approximately 4 km long and approximately 1.5 km wide. There is a lot of meadow and tree vegetation here. Recreation centers, children's camps, and a public beach are popular among tourists and local residents. There is a fee to enter here by car, but visiting the island is free for pedestrians and cyclists.

  
  On Green Island there are recreation centers and children's camps

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Where can you go with your child?

Organizing leisure time with children requires a responsible approach from the parent so that the child enjoys it and has an unforgettable experience. Summer Places to Visit – Outdoor attractions and events.

• A tram ride along the railway. The path runs through Ostrovsky Park and lasts 30 minutes.
• The Dolphinarium is open to visitors at any time of the year. The performance lasts 45 minutes. You can take photos with dolphins or book a swim in the pool.
• Rope park , which is a platform with obstacles at different heights. The level of difficulty is determined by the experience and age of the child.
• Ledograd is an indoor ice skating rink. In the hot summer you can plunge into the cool atmosphere of winter and go ice skating.
• Water park "Osminozhek" located outdoors, includes 7 pools and 8 slides.

In winter, you can spend time with your children in closed rooms:

• Petting zoo, which is a two-story building. The first one is a farm, the second one is a jungle.
• Interactive museum “Laboratorium” is a museum with physical and chemical natural phenomena. There are more than 100 exhibits here that you can touch, study the illusion of optics, and static electricity.
• Kidburg is a children's city of professions. A child can get acquainted with any profession and feel like a policeman or a doctor, a catwalk model or a flower seller.
• The entertainment area includes rides, trampolines, a games room, and a lively corner. The organizers hold shows, discos, and developmental events.

Travel at different times of the year

In mid-summer, the air temperature in Rostov-on-Don can reach +35 °C. The beginning of the season is more favorable, as the air warms up to +20 °C - at this time you can take a river cruise, but city attractions are no less interesting. For example, it is worth looking at the house of the merchant Gench-Ogluev. The building was built in 1883 and features an eclectic architectural style. The object is located at: Bolshaya Sadovaya Street, building 68. There are many beautiful houses on this street, so a walk here will be interesting.

The house of the merchant Gench-Ogluev is distinguished by its elegant architecture and rich history

In autumn, the air temperature gradually drops, and in October the daily average is +15 °C. At this time of year it is especially beautiful in the October Revolution Park. It was founded in 1926, covers an area of ​​17 hectares and is located next to Teatralnaya Square. Cultural events are held here on holidays, and the Ferris wheel and other attractions provide a fun-filled holiday. The park's alleys are decorated with elegant sculptural compositions.

Cultural and entertainment events are often held in the October Revolution Park

In winter, the average air temperature is -3 °C. At this time, the weather is changeable, for example, it often snows or rains, so tourists should take time to get acquainted with the cultural attractions of the city. One of these places is the Rostov Musical Theatre, founded in 1999. It is known as one of the largest institutions of this type in the South of Russia. Nowadays interesting performances with the participation of famous artists are held here. The theater is located on Bolshaya Sadovaya, 134. It is open every day from 10:00 to 22:00. Ticket prices depend on the performance, and you can find out more information on the theater’s website.

The Rostov Musical Theater hosts interesting productions

In the spring, Rostov-on-Don gradually gets warmer, and in April the average air temperature is more than +10 °C. Travelers can take a walk in warm weather along the Don River embankment, which offers a beautiful view of the other bank. This place is popular for relaxation among locals and tourists. Sculptures, elegant lanterns and flower beds decorate the embankment. Here is also the monument “Rostovchanka”, skillfully made by sculptor A. A. Sknarin.

The Don River embankment is popular for walking among tourists and local residents

A trip to Rostov-on-Don can be made at any time of the year, but the most comfortable trip is in the summer or spring, as well as in early autumn. In winter there is often wet snow and walking will not be comfortable.

Monasteries and churches of the city

Rostov-on-Don (attractions, photo with description below) is the owner of monuments of different religious denominations:

1. The Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary is the central cathedral of the city. Architect – K.A.Ton. The peculiarity of the temple is that it has 5 domes arranged in the shape of a cross. In the 20s, the cathedral suffered from fanatics. During the Second World War, the upper tiers of the bell tower were dismantled. By 1999, it was restored and consecrated. All domes and crosses are gilded.
2. The Old Intercession Church is a tall white stone building with a golden dome and seven bells. The entrance is decorated with mosaics and wood carvings. The interior is decorated with white marble and burgundy granite. The temple was built with donations and lit in 2007.
3. Annunciation Greek Temple started service in 2015. Important cultural and charitable events are held here. There is a Sunday school for children and adults.

   
   Annunciation Greek Temple - a new attraction of Rostov-on-Don

4. The Holy Trinity Church was built on a hill and is designed in the style of Russian architecture. The facades are made of mosaics. The temple can accommodate up to 1000 people.
5. The Church of Seraphim of Sarov is a religious building in Russia. The temple hosts an active religious and social life - a spiritual school and help for drug addicts. The church has its own unique ark - a place for storing shrines.
6. The Church of John of Krondshat was built in 2005. The temple is a support for university students' routes and communications. The rector gives lectures on the history of world religion.
7. The Holy Iversky Convent is designed in white and blue colors. There are mosaics and paintings on the facades and inside. The temple has three buildings: economic and nursing buildings, the Church of the Iveron Mother of God. The cathedral can accommodate up to 900 people.

Interesting for children

In modern and beautiful Rostov-on-Don there are many places where an exciting and useful holiday is possible for children and adults:

• The DonPark water park, opened in 2014, is a popular place for recreation and entertainment. It is located on the shores of Salt Lake and includes about 40 attractions and water slides, 2 heated pools and 2 regular ones, a jacuzzi, a cafe and much more. Water park address: Rostov region, Bataysk, Vostochnoe highway, 7/3. To visit here, you first need to get to the suburban railway station of Rostov-on-Don, which is located on Privokzalnaya Square, 2/1 (buses No. 3, 3a, 7, 31, 67, 98, 109 run to the Prigorodny Station stop, 113, 133 and 516). After this, you need to transfer to bus No. 109 or 133, going to the Salt Lake station in the city of Bataysk. It’s easy to check the cost on the water park’s website;

  
  The DonPark water park is in demand for recreation and is a modern entertainment facility

• The Rostov Dolphinarium was founded in 2009. The institution has 3 swimming pools, spectator stands and beautiful scenery. The show features dolphins, fur seals, beluga sturgeon and walruses. Here you can buy souvenirs, purchase photos of artists with animals, and have a snack in a cafe. Dolphinarium address: Kommunistichesky Ave., 36/4. It is easy to get to the place by buses No. 34, 57, 94, 96, 98 and minibuses No. 10, 20, 25, 34, 73, 93, 94, 96, 98 (stop “Park Skazka”). Opening hours and prices vary depending on the season. You can find out more information on the dolphinarium website;

  
  The Rostov Dolphinarium regularly hosts interesting shows for children and adults

• The Rostov Museum of Cosmonautics was founded in 2009. Here you can watch films about the work and life of people in orbit, see personal belongings of astronauts, documents and photographs, navigation instruments, suits and much more. Museum address: Stachki Avenue, 231/2. You can get there by buses No. 16, 64, 158A, 457 and minibuses No. 16, 23 and 25 (stop “Strachki, 231”). You can visit the museum any day from 9:00 to 16:00. A ticket for adults costs 250 rubles, for children - 150 rubles. This price includes a demonstration of video materials. Photography in the museum costs 250 rubles, for video filming you need to pay 450 rubles;

  
  The Rostov Museum of Cosmonautics includes many interesting exhibits

• The Rostov-on-Don Zoo was opened in 1927 and was originally a small zoological garden. Now its area is 90 hectares, about 400 species of animals live here. The zoo is located on the street. Zoological, 3. The work schedule of the institution changes depending on the period. You can check prices and schedule on the official website of the zoo;

  
  The Rostov Zoo is home to several hundred species of animals.

• The Rostov State Puppet Theater is known as one of the oldest in the country. It was founded in 1935. The building that currently houses the theater was built in the 1960s. Performances are held here for children aged two years and older. On the theater’s website you can purchase tickets online and view the current playbill and work schedule of the institution.

  
  The Rostov Puppet Theater is one of the oldest in the country

Excursions with children will be comfortable, since the city has a well-developed infrastructure and it is easy to get around by public transport or car. You can have a tasty snack in cafes and restaurants, and modern shops allow you to purchase the necessary goods.

Zoo

The zoo is one of the largest institutions in Russia and Europe. It was founded in 1927 by a biologist of the 3rd school. More than 5000 individuals are kept. Each type of animal has its own enclosures, cages and pavilions. An artificial reservoir has been recreated for waterfowl.

On the territory of the zoo you can ride a pleasure tram and a horse-drawn carriage. Every day at 13:00 visitors can watch the feeding of the animals. There is a thematic schedule that is written for a month in advance and you can plan your visit in advance.

Twice a week, a “Young Zoologist” club is held for schoolchildren. Celebrations are held on the territory of the zoo to mark the pet’s birthday.

Short excursions around Rostov-on-Don

You can spend one day or several in the city. In the first case, there is no need to check into a hotel, and free time can be devoted to a walk along Teatralnaya Square, the October Revolution Park, Pushkinskaya Street or the Don River embankment.

In the second case, when a vacation in the city lasts more than one day, it is important to pre-book a room in a hotel or hotel. One of the budget options is the Parus City Hotel, located on Saryan Street, 97B. There are 12 rooms of different levels of comfort.

Mini-hotel "Parus-City" is distinguished by its comfort and modern interior

After checking into the hotel, you can start exploring the sights. Over the course of 2-3 days, travelers should look at the city's historical buildings. For example, the house of Margarita Chernova, built in 1899, has beautiful architecture. It is located on Bolshaya Sadovaya Street, 27/47. Paramonovsky warehouses, the Museum of Fine Arts, the M. Gorky Drama Theater, the Intercession Church and other objects can be seen during the excursion. It’s easy to make a plan for walks and activities yourself, but local guides and agencies offer many ready-made options for spending your time.

Excursions

1. Temples of 3 religions: Christianity, Islam and Judaism. Walking tour lasting 2 hours. The cost of a group of up to 5 people is 3000 rubles. Starocherkasskaya Stanitsa is the pearl of the city. Excursion through the streets of Cossack life. Walking, traveling by car. Duration – 4 hours. The cost of a group of up to 5 people is 2000 rubles.
2. The charm of Arbat - the author's tour of the street. Pushkinskaya. Walking tour lasting 2 hours. The cost of a group of up to 4 people is 1800 rubles.
3. Bolshaya Sadovaya – legends and stories of apartment building owners. Walking distance in 2 hours. The cost of a group from 2 to 10 people is from 800 to 2500 rubles.

4. Russian Chicago - a tour of the criminal and merchant city. Walking tour lasting 4 hours. Cost for a group of up to 5 people is 3000 rubles.
5. Sightseeing tour along the embankment - a city of the 19th-21st centuries. Walking distance in 2 hours. The cost of a group of up to 5 people is 1900 rubles.
6. Two squares - getting to know the sights of the Old and New Bazaars. Walking tour lasting 2 hours. The cost of a group of up to 4 people is 1800 rubles.
7. Food festivals – exploring the city through the gastronomic delights of three centuries. Walking tour lasting 2 hours. The cost of a group of up to 6 people is 3000 rubles.
8. Secrets of the fortress - history and secrets of the city. Walking tour lasting 2 hours. The cost of a group of up to 5 people is 1900 rubles.
9. The history of the Don grapevine - myths and tales about grapes. Excursion lasting 8 hours. The cost of a group of up to 15 people is 3,500 rubles.

Features of staying in the city

Rostov-on-Don has a high level of security, so tourists can safely walk around the city, but it is still worth keeping valuables under supervision. Here are some general guidelines to consider:

• in cafes and restaurants, the tip amount does not exceed 10%;
• You should not litter on the streets, as cleanliness is monitored here;
• after lunch at the zoo, many animals sleep and it is difficult to see them;
• Before visiting cultural institutions, you should check their opening hours, which vary depending on the season.

Parks and squares with attractions

1. Ostrovsky Park of Culture and Recreation appeared at the end of the 19th century. Many rare trees and shrubs grow here. There is a 1 km long health trail and an equipped place for physical education. Inside there is a rope park and a dinosaur park, paintball and laser tag. Parents with kids can take a ride on a steam locomotive around the park and enjoy the beauty. The park often hosts cultural events, themed meetings for all ages, theatrical performances, competitions and concerts. Squirrel lovers can feed them nuts they bring with them.

2. Druzhba Park is located on the northern bank of the reservoir, away from the bustle of the city. The park is full of green plantings. Among the plantings there is a health trail and three areas for physical activity. A unique place is the alley of bird cherry trees in honor of the victory in the Second World War. Entertainment events take place every weekend.
3. The Aviator Park is located near the airport. Quiet and peaceful place without cafes and restaurants. Suitable for family picnics and shared bike rides.
4. The Frunze Square was previously called Alexandrovsky. On its square there is a memorial column dedicated to Emperor Alexander. Since 1969, a monument to fallen soldiers in the Second World War has been erected in the park. There is a theater for young spectators on the territory.
5. Park of Culture and Leisure named after. October was created in 1971. The uniqueness of the park is that it has 2 alleys of centuries-old oak trees from the era of Peter I. In the park you can engage in physical exercise throughout the year. The training grounds are conducive to this. More than 200 events are held annually: fairs, exhibitions, concerts, celebrations. There is a memorial to the 56th Army in the park, near which rallies and memorial evenings are held.

Photo gallery: tourist sites on maps of Rostov-on-Don

There are many recreation centers on Green Island, located on the Don River.

On the outskirts of the city is the Liventsovskaya fortress

Voroshilovsky Bridge crosses the Don River

There are a large number of monuments in Rostov-on-Don

The Rostov Arena stadium is located on the left bank of the Don

There are many museums and historical sites in the city center

Rostov Museum of Cosmonautics

Rostov Museum of Cosmonautics. Photo: Lipunov G.A. /wikipedia.org

The Museum of Cosmonautics houses space suits and personal belongings of astronauts, navigation instruments and models of communication satellites, models of spaceships and archival documents. One of the main exhibits is Soyuz TMA-10, a space descent vehicle of the 15th main expedition to the ISS. It was donated to the Roscosmos museum. This device was converted into a simulator - it simulates the processes of maneuvering a spacecraft in space.