About Golden Ring
The Golden Ring is a scenic route through Russia’s most picturesque and historic towns, where onion-domed churches, wooden cottages, and ancient kremlins tell the story of old Russia. Towns like Suzdal, Vladimir, and Yaroslavl offer a glimpse into the country's spiritual heritage.
Major Attractions in Golden Ring
Sergiev Posad
Belfry and Refectory: Stunning 88-meter belfry and one of the largest medieval dining halls. Toy Museum: Small but charming, famous for Matryoshka dolls.
Sergiev Posad
Vladimir
Assumption Cathedral: Famous for its white stone, golden domes, and Rublev’s frescoes.
Vladimir
Suzdal
Museum of Wooden Architecture: Open-air museum with wooden churches, windmills, and farmhouses.
Suzdal
Kostroma
Ipatiev Monastery: Where the Romanov dynasty began — with the Trinity Cathedral inside.
Kostroma
Yaroslavl
Historic City Center (UNESCO): Stunning river embankments, old merchant houses.
Yaroslavl
Rostov Veliky
Rostov Kremlin: Fairy-tale white-stone fortress beside Lake Nero.Lake Nero- Scenic lake walks and boat rides.
Rostov Veliky
Pereslavl-Zalessky
Cathedral of the Transfiguration of the Saviour: One of the oldest stone churches in Russia.
Pereslavl-Zalessky
Adventure and Activities in Golden Ring
Countryside Biking & Cycling Tours
Many towns like Suzdal, Pereslavl-Zalessky, and Yaroslavl have scenic rural roads perfect for cycling.
Countryside Biking & Cycling Tours
Horseback Riding
Suzdal, Vladimir, and Yaroslavl regions have horse farms where you can book short rides or longer trails.
Horseback Riding
Hot Air Ballooning
Suzdal and Pereslavl-Zalessky offer hot air balloon flights over ancient churches, rivers, and green fields — magical at sunrise or sunset.
Hot Air Ballooning
River Cruises & Boat Rides
Yaroslavl and Kostroma sit on the Volga River — join a short river cruise to see the cities from the water.
River Cruises & Boat Rides
Hiking & Nature Walks
Stroll along scenic trails by the Klyazma River (Vladimir) or around Lake Pleshcheyevo (Pereslavl).
Hiking & Nature Walks
Winter Sports
From December to March, some Golden Ring towns offer: Cross-country skiing: Suzdal has good ski rentals and open fields.
Winter Sports
Fishing
Lake Pleshcheyevo (Pereslavl) and Lake Nero (Rostov) are popular for summer and winter (ice) fishing.
Fishing
Most popular hotels in Golden Ring
