Uzhhorod is an incredible and truly European city that impresses with its historical atmosphere. Find out more about the best and most interesting places in Uzhhorod on the recommendation of Masha Sebova, which are definitely worth visiting on your next trip

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With its European architecture and fabulous medieval atmosphere, Uzhhorod is rightfully considered one of the most beautiful cities in Ukraine. In addition, in the face of our complex reality, it is also one of the safest cities in the country. There are no curfews and almost never any prolonged air raids. If you decide to take a trip to this wonderful city, we have a lot to offer!

The Visit Ukraine editorial team has carefully watched the new video by Masha Sebova, in which the blogger explores Uzhhorod and all its most hidden corners. We have created a selection of the most interesting locations in the city that you can explore even during a small weekend trip.

Stay with us, Uzhhorod will definitely surprise you!

Pedestrian bridge

This bridge connects the two banks of the Uzh River with the longest Linden Alley in Europe. The bridge was built back in the nineteenth century, and over the years it has become a favorite place for couples and brides to take wedding photos. The views here are truly incredible. At night, thanks to the bright lighting, the embankment will surprise you with a fabulous atmosphere.

Independence Embankment

Along this embankment stretches Europe's longest Linden Alley, 2.2 km long. A large number of trees were planted by Czech botanists back in 1928. As early as 1923, work began on the regulation of the Uzh River, the banks were drained, fortified and given over for construction. That's when the full-fledged existence of the embankment began. 

The embankment crosses 5 small squares with numerous historical monuments: to the president of Carpathian Ukraine Augustin Voloshyn, the artist Roshkovych, the oldest ash tree named after the politician and scientist Tomasz Masaryk. There are several linden trees planted on Lipova Alley, which bloom in June. During this period, the whole city enjoys the pleasant and intoxicating aroma of the trees. Here you can go down to the water, relax and enjoy the incredible views of Uzhhorod.

Rotunda

Have you already had a so-called city tour and want to get to know Uzhhorod better? Then you should definitely visit the Horyany Rotunda in the Horyany neighborhood. Its full name is the Church of St. Anne. The history of this church dates back to the fourteenth century! 

A large number of unique ancient frescoes in the style of the early Italian Renaissance have been preserved here. Archaeological excavations are often carried out in this place, where the history of the first settlements of Uzhhorod is being studied. The church offers an incredible view of the city. 

Korzo

The name of this pedestrian street comes from the Italian language and literally means “a place for walking”. For almost 4 centuries, Uzhhorod was ruled by the Italian counts Drugeti, and the origin of this name is associated with this period. 

There is a huge number of cute courtyards, cozy cafes, interesting shops, and talented street musicians. There is a common joke in the city that every Uzhhorod resident should walk along Korzo at least once a day.

Cherry blossoms

In spring, Uzhhorod is buried in cherry blossoms, and not only tourists from Ukraine but also from neighboring countries come to admire this beauty. Usually, sakuras bloom in late April and early May, but this year, due to the unusually warm weather, this phenomenon has shifted almost a month earlier. Therefore, consider the weather conditions when planning your trip. 

At this time, Uzhhorod hosts numerous festivals, the most popular of which is Sakura Fest. The best places to admire the sakura blossoms are in the following locations: Svobody Avenue, Zakarpatska Street, the alley of the oldest sakura trees on Rakoczy, Dovzhenko, and Krylov Streets, Masaryk Square, Teatralna Square, and St. Tatiana Park.

Mustard seed

The Mustard Seed is a lane that appeared only in 2010, but during this time it has already become a favorite of tourists and locals alike. It connects Koryatovycha and Fedynets streets. The purpose of this alley is to create a cozy place to relax, so a large number of coffee shops and souvenir shops are concentrated here, and photo exhibitions are held. Mustard Seed is decorated in the retro style of the 1930s. 

One of the lanterns bears the inscription “Mt. 17:20”. This is a reference to the Gospel verse with the parable of the mustard seed. It tells us that even faith the size of a small grain can perform miracles. The story of the lane's creation is very interesting. Its creator sacrificed everything: he mortgaged his apartment, car, and even his wedding rings. That's why the meaning of the name fits perfectly.

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Uzhhorod Castle

Uzhhorod Castle is the same age as the city itself, so its history goes back more than 1000 years. The foundation of St. George's Church, magnificent gardens, and majestic statues have been preserved here. There is also a local history museum on the territory of the castle.

This place is shrouded in numerous legends and tales. The daughter of the Hungarian count Druget fell in love with a Polish voivode. He was an enemy of their people and was going to capture the fortress. Under the spell of love, the girl told him about all the secret passages. For this, the father walled his own daughter alive in one of the castle walls.

Masha Sebova's personal recommendation is the Under the Castle cafe-museum. This is a place of unusual stories and a unique atmosphere. Here you will not only be served delicious food, but also get to know the history of the city. For many years, the owner has been collecting antiquities and antiques from the Austro-Hungarian Empire: typewriters, watches, irons, kettles, wicker baskets, etc. In this cafe, you can use a rare telephone, play an old piano, and in the evenings watch an old movie on a projector. It serves colorful dishes of Transcarpathian cuisine: fresh bograch, delicious pancakes and aromatic Viennese coffee. It also serves as a venue for creative and poetry evenings. 

Transcarpathian Regional Philharmonic

Not far from the theater square, there is a unique historical building, which has no analogues in Europe. The building was built in 1904 by the architects D. Papp and S. Ferenc. The style of the building is Neo-Moorish, combining romanticism with Byzantine, Arabic and Moroccan motifs. Originally, the building served as a Jewish synagogue, but after the total extermination of the entire nation during World War II, the Soviet authorities decided to give it to the Philharmonic. 

Of course, this beautiful place has much more to offer than we could fit into our article today. But it's a great start to getting to know Uzhhorod, its history, and its hidden corners.

We remind you! Have you come to Lviv once again, seen all the must-see sights and don't know what else to do in this place? We have prepared for you a selection of places in the Lion City where the locals go. Read more about the best locations in Lviv as recommended by Masha Sebova.

Ukraine is rich in places where you can get acquainted with unique cultural traditions. And our managers can help you choose the best option for a family trip or a short trip with friends. You can contact a Visit Ukraine specialist through a convenient messenger (Telegram | WhatsApp).