National Opera of Ukraine, Kyiv, Ukraine

From its humble beginnings in 1867, the National Opera of Ukraine has been a cultural mainstay in Kiev. The impressive structure that houses the cultural institution is filled with unique architecture and has modern amenities after it was rebuilt following a devastating fire in the 1980s.

It's one of the most popular cultural attractions in the city: millions of people over the last century have graced its halls and viewed classics like Swan Lake or the Nutcracker.

The National Opera isn't just a great place to view a performance. Outside is the perfect spot to people watch or grab a bite to eat. There is a waterfall sculpture outside, and across the street are a few excellent restaurants from which to choose.

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Sunny CraftsVision (7 months ago)
Not only it's a beautiful place with architecture, but also the Ballet Show was amazing. Ukrainian artists are good. Birthday of my girl went amazing. Thank you National Opera of Ukraine for hosting us.

Kir Vladimirovich (9 months ago)
I always love such places. here you can even feel part of the history of Ukraine. A place almost untouched by modern civilization. The interior, the materials used, it's all something real! To the right of the theater there was even still stay a road along which carriages used to go to performances. Slava Ukraini.

Harald Mundt (9 months ago)
Great Opera House with fantastic performances, here with the 2023 installation of a ballerina printed on a wall of AK47 shells to remind us that art, love and beauty will conquer evil.

Ivan Kuprijanov (17 months ago)
Great and memorable experience in the superior surrounding. Awesome atmosphere, excellent staging and musical accompaniment. The story about Dr Faust was quite impressive,-)

Fatma DOĞAN SEÇKİN (2 years ago)
Great place, I love the architecture. Carmen-Suite is a great show. You can visit it when you come to Ukraine, I hope I have a chance to visit here again.

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