Arkhangelsk, Russia

Top things to do in Arkhangelsk

8 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Arkhangelsk

A historic port city on the Northern Dvina River, famed as a launch point for Arctic expeditions and a center of Pomor culture.

Museum

Arkhangelsk Gostiny Dvor

A 17th-century merchant arcade turned museum, showcasing the history and culture of Arkhangelsk and the Russian North.

Park & nature

Northern Dvina

A major river offering scenic cruises, fishing spots, and peaceful parks along its banks in Arkhangelsk.

Landmark

Port of Arkhangelsk

A historic Arctic seaport since the 16th century, the Port of Arkhangelsk is a gateway for trade and exploration on the White Sea.

Landmark

Solombala Shipyard

Solombala Shipyard is a historic shipbuilding yard founded in the 17th century, key to Russia's maritime development.

Landmark

Sutyagin House

Once the world's tallest wooden house, this 13-story residential building in Arkhangelsk was a folk architectural marvel before its 2012 demolition.

Entertainment

Trud Stadium (Arkhangelsk)

Trud Stadium is a multi-purpose venue in Arkhangelsk, hosting football matches and community sporting events.

Religious site

Archangel Allied Cemetery

A Commonwealth War Graves Commission cemetery in Arkhangelsk, honoring Allied soldiers from the Russian Civil War intervention.

Tickets & tours

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