5 days in Ukraine Itinerary

Instead of Soviet buildings typical of Ukraine, Lviv boasts a charming Central European-style old town with World Heritage Site status.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Fri): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Svyatogo Yura Cathedral, get engrossed in the history at Lychakiv Cemetery, then examine the collection at Insomnia - The Haunted House, then stop by Old Town, and finally make a trip to Rynok Square.

For traveler tips, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Lviv road trip planning app.

Istanbul, Turkey to Lviv is an approximately 5.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and train. The time zone changes from Turkey Time to Eastern European Standard Time, which is usually a -1 hour difference. Expect slightly colder weather when traveling from Istanbul in March: highs in Lviv hover around 9°C, while lows dip to -1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Fri) so you can travel to Kyiv (Kiev).

The center of East Slavic culture, Kiev boasts centuries of eclectic art, architecture, and history.

Kyiv (Kiev) is known for historic sites, museums, and nightlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: pause for some serene contemplation at St. Sophia's Cathedral, appreciate the history behind Rodina Mat (Motherland), make a trip to Andriyivski Uzviz, and brush up on your military savvy at National Museum of the History of Ukraine in the Second World War.

To see traveler tips, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Kyiv (Kiev) trip planner.

You can fly from Lviv to Kyiv (Kiev) in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In March, daily temperatures in Kyiv (Kiev) can reach 9°C, while at night they dip to 0°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Mon) so you can travel to Odessa.

Though most famous for the Potemkin Steps leading down the Black Sea coast, Odessa welcomes visitors with several other attractions, including beaches and an ornate opera house.

Start off your visit on the 16th (Tue): see the interesting displays at Secrets of Underground Odessa Museum, don't miss a visit to Deribasovskaya Street, examine the collection at Insomnia- The Haunted House, then make a trip to Potemkin Stairs, and finally make a trip to Primorsky Boulevard.

For photos, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Odessa trip planner.

Fly from Kyiv (Kiev) to Odessa in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In March, daytime highs in Odessa are 9°C, while nighttime lows are 1°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Tue) so you can travel back home.