Volgograd, Russia 5 Day Itinerary

Volgograd 5-Day Travel Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & The Motherland Calls

  • Arrive at Kuibyshev International Airport (VOG). You can take a taxi or use public transport (tram, trolleybus) to your hotel.
  • Check-in at Hotel Volga, centrally located and offers comfortable accommodation. Book Here
  • Visit The Motherland Calls monument, a symbol of Volgograd. It’s a 85-meter tall statue commemorating the Battle of Stalingrad. More Info
  • For dinner, try Stary Oskol, a Russian restaurant offering traditional dishes like borscht, pelmeni, and shashlik. Restaurant Location

Day 2: Historical Sites & River Cruise

  • Start with a visit to the Mamayev Kurgan, a memorial complex dedicated to the Battle of Stalingrad. More Info
  • Next, explore the Alley of Tankmen and the Panorama Museum. More Info
  • In the afternoon, take a river cruise on the Volga River to enjoy the city’s skyline. Cruise Company
  • For dinner, head to Volzhskaya Liniya, another restaurant offering traditional Russian dishes with a riverside view. Restaurant Location

Day 3: Sport Stadium & Local Life

  • Visit the iconic Volgograd Arena, one of the stadiums built for the 2018 FIFA World Cup. More Info
  • Explore the local market, Central Market (Tsentralny Ryad), to experience the city’s vibrant atmosphere and try local delicacies. Market Location
  • Spend your evening at Park Pobedy (Victory Park), a popular place for locals with various cafes and fountains. Park Location
  • Dinner can be at Dacha, offering a mix of European and Russian cuisine. Restaurant Location

Day 4: Day Trip to Astrakhan

  • Take a day trip to the city of Astrakhan, around 3 hours by train from Volgograd. Train Schedule
  • Explore the Kazan Cathedral and the Nikolsky Cathedral. More Info
  • Visit the Casino Cosmos, a unique architectural attraction and entertainment complex on the island of Khorty. Casino Location
  • Return to Volgograd for dinner at Novikov, offering a mix of Russian and European cuisine. Restaurant Location

Day 5: Departure

  • Spend your last hours in Volgograd shopping for souvenirs or revisiting favorite spots from the trip.
  • Head to Kuibyshev International Airport for your departure. Safe travels!