Private Tour

Astronautics Museum of Korolyov in Zhytomyr Private Day Trip from Kyiv

Overview

Available languages

Russian

Ukrainian

English

7 hours

Mobile ticket

Visit one-of-a-kind Sergiy Korolyov Astronautics Museum located in Zhytomyr on a comfortable private trip from Kyiv. Museum contains unique exhibits that will impress all the fans of astronautics and space travel.

The distance from Kyiv to Zhytomyr is 140 km (87 mi) and it takes approximately 2-hour drive. Once you arrive to the destination, you’ll explore the main exhibition of the museum with an expert guide. You will learn about the beginnings of astronautics that have made space travels come true. Moreover, you can visit the memorial house of Sergiy Korolyov, a prominent figure in the soviet astronautics.

Later, spend some time in Zhytomyr and visit a cozy Gagarin Park. On the way back to Kyiv there will be a stop at the Korostyshiv Mines – a picturesque granite quarry, filled with water. This tour is both informative and relaxing, which make it a great idea of a day-trip from Kyiv.

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Sergiy Korolyov Astronautics Museum

Cosmos museum in Zhytomyr is one of the best of its kind in the world. It was opened in 1987 next to memorial house of Sergyi Korolyov – the inventor of the engine and rocket that took Gagarin in to the space. The exhibition contains many originals, including landing capsules of soviet astronauts, their space food, suites, photos etc. There temporary exhibitions as well.

2 hours • Admission Included

Gagarin Park

Take a relaxing walk through Gagarin Park and admire beautiful views of the Teteriv River.

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable