Western Ukraine Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

One of the most recognizable buildings in Ukraine, Lviv Opera house is also among most beautiful European theatres. Named after world famous opera singer Solomiya Krushelnytska, who was born and raised in Lviv, the Opera House comprises various European architectural styles fashioned in all their lavishness. Constructed at the beginning of the 20th century, designed by architect Zygmunt Gorgolewski, the Grand Theatre in Lviv has been compared to the Paris and Vienna opera houses. Many European theaters can boast an extraordinary construction history, but Lviv’s opera house is unique in that it is built on top of a river. The architect proposed the radical and intriguing idea of burying the small river beneath the opera. His plans also included the use of a concrete foundation, a first for Europe. With optimistic trepidation, the city planners agreed and the Opera House was completed in 1900.
An Angel rises over Lychakiv Cemetery and the ancient town of Lviv in the West of Ukraine.
Lviv has an abundance of churches, and this is one of the many located within the historic downtown of the city. This Jesuit church is beautifully grand and old and shabby all at the same time.
Our bike trip from Dubyna to Schidnyzja.
'The big wow that meant glimpsing over Kamianets-Podilskyi Castle, a former Ruthenian-Lithuanian castle, with first records of it going back to the 14th century, will stay with me forever. I’m thankful for seeing its gates close before me, as this clearly meant brighter red towers perched against the evening sky.'

Where to stay in Western Ukraine

One of the most recognizable buildings in Ukraine, Lviv Opera house is also among most beautiful European theatres. Named after world famous opera singer Solomiya Krushelnytska, who was born and raised in Lviv, the Opera House comprises various European architectural styles fashioned in all their lavishness. Constructed at the beginning of the 20th century, designed by architect Zygmunt Gorgolewski, the Grand Theatre in Lviv has been compared to the Paris and Vienna opera houses. Many European theaters can boast an extraordinary construction history, but Lviv’s opera house is unique in that it is built on top of a river. The architect proposed the radical and intriguing idea of burying the small river beneath the opera. His plans also included the use of a concrete foundation, a first for Europe. With optimistic trepidation, the city planners agreed and the Opera House was completed in 1900.

Lviv City Center

4.5/5(60 area reviews)

Lviv City Center is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Museum of Ethnography and Arts and Crafts and Lviv Theatre of Opera and Ballet.

Lviv City Center
One of the most recognizable buildings in Ukraine, Lviv Opera house is also among most beautiful European theatres. Named after world famous opera singer Solomiya Krushelnytska, who was born and raised in Lviv, the Opera House comprises various European architectural styles fashioned in all their lavishness. Constructed at the beginning of the 20th century, designed by architect Zygmunt Gorgolewski, the Grand Theatre in Lviv has been compared to the Paris and Vienna opera houses. Many European theaters can boast an extraordinary construction history, but Lviv’s opera house is unique in that it is built on top of a river. The architect proposed the radical and intriguing idea of burying the small river beneath the opera. His plans also included the use of a concrete foundation, a first for Europe. With optimistic trepidation, the city planners agreed and the Opera House was completed in 1900.

Old Town

Old Town is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Boim Chapel and Adam Mickiewicz Monument.

Old Town
Lviv,Lychakivskyi District /Ukraine Lychakiv cemetery enterance

Lychakivskyi District

While visiting Lychakivskyi District, you might make a stop by sights like Lychakiv Cemetery and Museum of Folk Architecture and Life.

Lychakivskyi District
One of the most recognizable buildings in Ukraine, Lviv Opera house is also among most beautiful European theatres. Named after world famous opera singer Solomiya Krushelnytska, who was born and raised in Lviv, the Opera House comprises various European architectural styles fashioned in all their lavishness. Constructed at the beginning of the 20th century, designed by architect Zygmunt Gorgolewski, the Grand Theatre in Lviv has been compared to the Paris and Vienna opera houses. Many European theaters can boast an extraordinary construction history, but Lviv’s opera house is unique in that it is built on top of a river. The architect proposed the radical and intriguing idea of burying the small river beneath the opera. His plans also included the use of a concrete foundation, a first for Europe. With optimistic trepidation, the city planners agreed and the Opera House was completed in 1900.

Halyts'kyi District

If you're spending some time in Halyts'kyi District, Lviv Philharmonic and Potocki Palace are top sights worth seeing.

Halyts'kyi District
One of the most recognizable buildings in Ukraine, Lviv Opera house is also among most beautiful European theatres. Named after world famous opera singer Solomiya Krushelnytska, who was born and raised in Lviv, the Opera House comprises various European architectural styles fashioned in all their lavishness. Constructed at the beginning of the 20th century, designed by architect Zygmunt Gorgolewski, the Grand Theatre in Lviv has been compared to the Paris and Vienna opera houses. Many European theaters can boast an extraordinary construction history, but Lviv’s opera house is unique in that it is built on top of a river. The architect proposed the radical and intriguing idea of burying the small river beneath the opera. His plans also included the use of a concrete foundation, a first for Europe. With optimistic trepidation, the city planners agreed and the Opera House was completed in 1900.

Prospekt Svobody

You'll enjoy the museums and coffee shops in Prospekt Svobody. You might want to make time for a stop at Museum of Ethnography and Arts and Crafts or Lviv Theatre of Opera and Ballet.

Prospekt Svobody
Lviv panorama at night. View of the night street of the European medieval city. Lviv Market square at night. Concept - travel, landmarks, monument of architecture, world heritage. Long exposure

Shevchenkivskyi District

If you're spending some time in Shevchenkivskyi District, Beer Brewing Museum and Lemish Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

Shevchenkivskyi District
Best Western Plus Market Square Lviv

Best Western Plus Market Square Lviv

4.5 out of 5
Shevska Str., 4 Lviv
The price is ฿2,972 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
฿2,972
฿3,337 total
2 Apr - 3 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Lviv. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (127 reviews)
Always the best!!!

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Best Western Plus Market Square Lviv
Bank Hotel

Bank Hotel

5 out of 5
8, Lystopadovoho Chynu Lviv Lviv region
Stay at this luxury hotel in Lviv. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions The Palace of Counts Goluchowski and First Ukrainian ...
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Hotel Leopolis

Hotel Leopolis

5 out of 5
Teatralna Street 16 Lviv
The price is ฿5,451 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
฿5,451
฿6,014 total
3 Apr - 4 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Lviv. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions The Palace of Dzieduszyckis and Lviv State Natural ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (244 reviews)
Excellent hotel: probably the nicest that I have stayed in in Lviv. Great location, staff highly professional, rooms very comfortable

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

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Apart-hotel Horowitz

Apart-hotel Horowitz

3.5 out of 5
Krakivska 4 Lviv
Stay at this aparthotel in Lviv. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions The Palace of Dzieduszyckis and The Palace ...
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Opera Passage Hotel & Apartaments

Opera Passage Hotel & Apartaments

3 out of 5
Svobody Ave., 27 Lviv
Stay at this aparthotel in Lviv. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions Les Kurbas Academic Theatre and Art Salon Ravlyk are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)
The staff was superb; extremely friendly and helpful. Hardworking troopers during hard times, considering that most have family members fighting in the war. Under different circumstances, I would have stayed longer. I am sure this area will be overrun with tourists, once Ukraine wins!

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

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Kostjukowski apartments Nekrasova 45a

Kostjukowski apartments Nekrasova 45a

4 out of 5
Nekrasova St Lviv L'vivs'ka oblast
Stay at this apartment in Lviv. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and concierge services. Popular attractions The Palace of Turkull-Comellos and Lychakiv ...
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Popular places to visit

Lviv, Ukraine. Very European and Russian. Pay a small fee and climb 409 stairs in the bell tower for this lovely view.

Market Square

4.5/5(30 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Lviv with a stop at Market Square. Make time to visit the cathedral and monuments while you're in the area.

Market Square
Located on St. George Hill, over-looking the city of Lviv, the church was the perfect target for destruction in the past. At least two versions of the St. George Cathedral were built before the final construction of the church as it is seen today. The Cathedral of St. George became the mother congregation of the Greek-Catholic religion in Ukraine. The St. George Cathedral in Lviv, is home to one of the most treasured relics, which was brought to the cathedral by Bishop Jiseph Shumlianskyi in 1674. It is the Icon of the Virgin Mary, and is a spectacular and preserved artifact. The interior was decorated with luxurious embellishments created by the local artistic talents of Lviv. Pinsel, the sculptor of the cathedral, created the spectacular St. George

St. George's Cathedral

4.5/5(17 reviews)

St. George's Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Lviv, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's art scene and museums.

St. George's Cathedral
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Pochaiv Lavra

Find out about the history of Pochaiv with a stop at Pochaiv Lavra. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Pochaiv Lavra
An Angel rises over Lychakiv Cemetery and the ancient town of Lviv in the West of Ukraine.

Lychakiv Cemetery

5/5(10 reviews)

Find out about the history of Lviv when you spend time at Lychakiv Cemetery. Discover the area's art scene and cathedral.

Lychakiv Cemetery
One church you should not miss is the elegant 1363 Armenian Cathedral with its ancient-feeling interior. The placid cathedral courtyard is a maze of arched passageways and squat buildings festooned with intricate Caucasian detail. Stepping into the courtyard feels like entering another era – gravestones bearing inscriptions in the 54 letters of the Armenian alphabet pave the floor. Located in the city's Old Town, north of the market square. Until 1945 it was the cathedral of the Armenian Catholic Archdiocese of Lviv, since 2000 it serves as a cathedral of the Eparchy of Ukraine of the Armenian Apostolic Church

Armenian Cathedral of Lviv

4.5/5(18 reviews)

Armenian Cathedral of Lviv is just one of the places to see in Lviv, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's art scene and cathedral.

Armenian Cathedral of Lviv

Lviv Theatre of Opera and Ballet

5/5(9 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at Lviv Theatre of Opera and Ballet, a theatre with a story to tell in Lviv. Make time to visit the cathedral and monuments while you're in the area.

Lviv Theatre of Opera and Ballet

Cities near Western Ukraine

Lviv. Architecture in the old town.

Lviv

It is possible to see the old part of the European city Uzhgorod in Transcarpathia Ukraine aerial view near the Uzh river

Uzhhorod

Finally, a functioning fountain.

Rivne

Aerial top view from drone to castle ruins in Buchach, Ternopil region, Ukraine

Ternopil