Khabarovsk

Enjoying a particularly picturesque location next to Eastern Russia's Amur River, the quaint city of Khabarovsk is one of the more highly-rated stops on the famous Trans-Siberian Railway journey. Whilst other cities along the route offer little else but Soviet monuments and a grayscale backdrop, Khabarovsk is far easier on the eye. Bustling boulevards fill with shoppers in the warmer months, classic Tsarist-era architecture is evident on the streets, and a thriving dining and nightlife scene keeps going until the early hours.

Weather here is something of extremes; temperatures in the summer months (May - September) can push for the high 30s (68 F), yet in winter anything above freezing would be considered as mild. The temperatures sometimes plummet as low as -25C (-13F), earning Khabarovsk the title of being the coldest city of over half-a-million people in the world. As long as you wrap up warm, however, the winter months can be some of the most fun, with ice sculptures, open-air ice skating and other snow-covered festivities happening across the city.

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Cathedral of the Transfiguration

The most famous building in Khabarovsk is the Cathedral of the Transfiguration, a giant building that towers over the city’s beach next to the Amur River. This is the third-tallest church in Russia, and acts as a beacon across the relatively low-rise city with its long white columns capped-off with brilliant blue domes at the top.

City Beach

Believe it or not, this far eastern Russian city is home to its very own golden-sanded beach, fronting the Amur River. This is one of the most popular places to come in the warm winter months, and the area is also where you’ll find the city’s famous church towering over the sand.

Far East Regional Museum

There’s a long list of museums in Khabarovsk – enough to fill a good few days in fact. If you’re just to visit one, make sure it’s the Far East Regional Museum, set in a lovely red-brick building dating back to the 19th century. Inside, find a substantial range of displays and exhibits with items from around the Amur region.

Museum of Archaeology

Those who want to go back a little further in history should look no further than Khabarovsk’s Museum of Archaeology. The building houses a good collection of ancient ceramics and artifacts that have been unearthed from all over Siberia, many of which are hundreds of years old.

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Khabarovsk Itineraries

Eastern Trans-Siberian: Lake Baikal to Vladivostok

Duration
9 days / 8 nights
Price Per Person
From $6,600
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Journey to the East: Moscow to Vladivostok on the Trans-Siberian Railway

Duration
16 days / 15 nights
Price Per Person
From $12,000
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Boutique Hotel Khabarovsk City

Boutique Hotel Khabarovsk City

Khabarovsk, Siberia & Russian Far East

Located 500 meters from the River Amur in the center of Khabarovsk, the Boutique Hotel Khabarovsk City is approximately 30 minutes driving from the airport. The 50 guest rooms and suites have an unpretentious, modern design, featuring flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning and large bathrooms. Hotel amenities include a restaurant, bar and business facilities.
Parus Hotel

Parus Hotel

Khabarovsk, Siberia & Russian Far East


This prominent Khabarovsk hotel really impresses on two fronts; firstly, it is housed inside an delightful 19th-century Russian mansion, and the much of the original architecture and design features remain today. Secondly, Parus Hotel’s location is nothing short of superb, enjoying a picturesque spot on the banks of the Amur River and surrounded by nature. Room options here include standard double, twin and suite rooms that all come well-furnished with a range of modern facilities, including heating systems, satellite television, mini-bars and WiFi access. On-site, guests can indulge in the hotel’s Finnish-style sauna, work out in the gym or have a dip in the sizeable swimming pool. Parus Hotel is located approximately eight miles away from the city’s airport and three miles from the train station.


Olympic Hotel

Olympic Hotel

Khabarovsk, Siberia & Russian Far East


This bright and stylish hotel is one of the standout places to stay in Khabarovsk, a historical Russian city that lies just 20 miles away from the Chinese border. The hotel has four stars to its name, so expect a long list of modern luxuries throughout the range of spacious and tastefully-designed guestrooms and suites. Room options are flexible, ideal for singles, couples and groups of three. Each room comes with air conditioning, satellite TV, en-suite bathrooms, safety deposit boxes, mini-bars and WiFi access as standard. Elsewhere, the Olympic Hotel boasts a steam room, sauna, business center, and the downstairs restaurant serves up a hearty buffet breakfast to kick off a day of sightseeing across Khabarovsk in style. 


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