Rostov on Don Travel Guide

A major port city in Southern Russia, Rostov on Don is an important business and cultural center, plus a transport hub. Russia tends to conjures up images of history and culture, and this city certainly has plenty of all of that.

Things to Do in Rostov on Don

The streets of Rostov on Don are bursting with cultural and historic sites, not to mention architecture and sculptures. Bolshaya Sadovaya Street is the main strip in the city, as well as being one of the oldest and prettiest. Here, visitors can find the building of the City Duma, as well as several very impressive museums like the Museum of Fine Arts, The Museum of Local History, and more.

At the heart of the city is Rotsov Zoo, a large area that's home to apes, polar bears, and leopards. Elsewhere, on the bank of the city's river are sandy beaches and rest areas to have something to eat or drink.

Best Time to Visit Rostov on Don

Rostov on Don is popular in the late spring or early June for its lovely weather.