Prospekt Svobody Travel Guide

Lviv

One of the most recognizable buildings in Ukraine, Lviv Opera house is also among most beautiful European theatres. Named after world famous opera singer Solomiya Krushelnytska, who was born and raised in Lviv, the Opera House comprises various European architectural styles fashioned in all their lavishness. Constructed at the beginning of the 20th century, designed by architect Zygmunt Gorgolewski, the Grand Theatre in Lviv has been compared to the Paris and Vienna opera houses. Many European theaters can boast an extraordinary construction history, but Lviv’s opera house is unique in that it is built on top of a river. The architect proposed the radical and intriguing idea of burying the small river beneath the opera. His plans also included the use of a concrete foundation, a first for Europe. With optimistic trepidation, the city planners agreed and the Opera House was completed in 1900.
One of the most recognizable buildings in Ukraine, Lviv Opera house is also among most beautiful European theatres. Named after world famous opera singer Solomiya Krushelnytska, who was born and raised in Lviv, the Opera House comprises various European architectural styles fashioned in all their lavishness. Constructed at the beginning of the 20th century, designed by architect Zygmunt Gorgolewski, the Grand Theatre in Lviv has been compared to the Paris and Vienna opera houses. Many European theaters can boast an extraordinary construction history, but Lviv’s opera house is unique in that it is built on top of a river. The architect proposed the radical and intriguing idea of burying the small river beneath the opera. His plans also included the use of a concrete foundation, a first for Europe. With optimistic trepidation, the city planners agreed and the Opera House was completed in 1900.
Lviv has an abundance of churches, and this is one of the many located within the historic downtown of the city. This Jesuit church is beautifully grand and old and shabby all at the same time.
Just around the corner from the Opera House
The column of Adam Mickiewicz is a historical and cultural attraction of the central part of Lviv, located in the square named after the poet. The height of the monument is 21 meters, the figures of Miscavige are 3.3 meters. Flames on the top of the column are gilded

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The column of Adam Mickiewicz is a historical and cultural attraction of the central part of Lviv, located in the square named after the poet. The height of the monument is 21 meters, the figures of Miscavige are 3.3 meters. Flames on the top of the column are gilded

Adam Mickiewicz Monument

Find out about the history of Lviv when you take a trip to Adam Mickiewicz Monument. Discover the area's art scene and cathedral.

Adam Mickiewicz Monument
Lviv, Ukraine. Very European and Russian. Pay a small fee and climb 409 stairs in the bell tower for this lovely view.

Market Square

You can find out about the history of Lviv with a stop at Market Square. Make time to visit the cathedral and monuments while you're in the area.

Market Square
Located on St. George Hill, over-looking the city of Lviv, the church was the perfect target for destruction in the past. At least two versions of the St. George Cathedral were built before the final construction of the church as it is seen today. The Cathedral of St. George became the mother congregation of the Greek-Catholic religion in Ukraine. The St. George Cathedral in Lviv, is home to one of the most treasured relics, which was brought to the cathedral by Bishop Jiseph Shumlianskyi in 1674. It is the Icon of the Virgin Mary, and is a spectacular and preserved artifact. The interior was decorated with luxurious embellishments created by the local artistic talents of Lviv. Pinsel, the sculptor of the cathedral, created the spectacular St. George

St. George's Cathedral

St. George's Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Lviv, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's art scene and museums.

St. George's Cathedral
One church you should not miss is the elegant 1363 Armenian Cathedral with its ancient-feeling interior. The placid cathedral courtyard is a maze of arched passageways and squat buildings festooned with intricate Caucasian detail. Stepping into the courtyard feels like entering another era – gravestones bearing inscriptions in the 54 letters of the Armenian alphabet pave the floor. Located in the city's Old Town, north of the market square. Until 1945 it was the cathedral of the Armenian Catholic Archdiocese of Lviv, since 2000 it serves as a cathedral of the Eparchy of Ukraine of the Armenian Apostolic Church

Armenian Cathedral of Lviv

Armenian Cathedral of Lviv is just one of the places to see in Lviv, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's art scene and cathedral.

Armenian Cathedral of Lviv
An Angel rises over Lychakiv Cemetery and the ancient town of Lviv in the West of Ukraine.

Lychakiv Cemetery

Find out about the history of Lviv when you spend time at Lychakiv Cemetery. Discover the area's art scene and cathedral.

Lychakiv Cemetery

Lviv Theatre of Opera and Ballet

Get tickets for a show at Lviv Theatre of Opera and Ballet, a theatre with a story to tell in Lviv. Make time to visit the cathedral and monuments while you're in the area.

Lviv Theatre of Opera and Ballet

Top hotels in Prospekt Svobody

Rius Hotel Lviv

Rius Hotel Lviv

4 out of 5
12A Akademika Hnatyuka Street Lviv
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lviv. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions First Ukrainian Theatre ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (418 reviews)
Well located and comfortable hotel

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

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FERENC Hotel & Restaurant

FERENC Hotel & Restaurant

3.5 out of 5
Ferentsa Lista str., 4 Lviv
Stay at this hotel in Lviv. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Museum of Banking Technology and The Palace of Counts ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews)
Awesome place

Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025

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Grand Hotel Lviv Casino & Spa

Grand Hotel Lviv Casino & Spa

5 out of 5
Prospect Svobody 13 Lviv
Stay at this luxury hotel in Lviv. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Museum of Ethnography, Arts & Crafts and Art Salon ...
Highly recommend
Fantastic location excellent service

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2024

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Opera Passage Hotel & Apartaments

Opera Passage Hotel & Apartaments

3 out of 5
Svobody Ave., 27 Lviv
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Lviv. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions Les Kurbas Academic Theatre and Museum of Ethnography ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)
The staff was superb; extremely friendly and helpful. Hardworking troopers during hard times, considering that most have family members fighting in the war. Under different circumstances, I would have stayed longer. I am sure this area will be overrun with tourists, once Ukraine wins!

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

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Smart Apartment Chornovola 21b

Smart Apartment Chornovola 21b

3 out of 5
Chornovola 21 Lviv
Stay at this apartment in Lviv. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and housekeeping. Popular attractions Solomiya Krushelnytska Musical Memorial Museum and Leopold Levytsky Artistic ...
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Smart Apartment Teodora 5a

Smart Apartment Teodora 5a

3 out of 5
Teodora 5 Lviv
Stay at this apartment in Lviv. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and housekeeping. Popular attractions Solomiya Krushelnytska Musical Memorial Museum and Leopold Levytsky Artistic ...
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One of the most recognizable buildings in Ukraine, Lviv Opera house is also among most beautiful European theatres. Named after world famous opera singer Solomiya Krushelnytska, who was born and raised in Lviv, the Opera House comprises various European architectural styles fashioned in all their lavishness. Constructed at the beginning of the 20th century, designed by architect Zygmunt Gorgolewski, the Grand Theatre in Lviv has been compared to the Paris and Vienna opera houses. Many European theaters can boast an extraordinary construction history, but Lviv’s opera house is unique in that it is built on top of a river. The architect proposed the radical and intriguing idea of burying the small river beneath the opera. His plans also included the use of a concrete foundation, a first for Europe. With optimistic trepidation, the city planners agreed and the Opera House was completed in 1900.

Lviv City Center

4.5/5(59 area reviews)

Lviv City Center is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lviv Theatre of Opera and Ballet and Lviv City Hall.

Lviv City Center
One of the most recognizable buildings in Ukraine, Lviv Opera house is also among most beautiful European theatres. Named after world famous opera singer Solomiya Krushelnytska, who was born and raised in Lviv, the Opera House comprises various European architectural styles fashioned in all their lavishness. Constructed at the beginning of the 20th century, designed by architect Zygmunt Gorgolewski, the Grand Theatre in Lviv has been compared to the Paris and Vienna opera houses. Many European theaters can boast an extraordinary construction history, but Lviv’s opera house is unique in that it is built on top of a river. The architect proposed the radical and intriguing idea of burying the small river beneath the opera. His plans also included the use of a concrete foundation, a first for Europe. With optimistic trepidation, the city planners agreed and the Opera House was completed in 1900.

Old Town

Old Town is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Boim Chapel and Market Square.

Old Town
One of the most recognizable buildings in Ukraine, Lviv Opera house is also among most beautiful European theatres. Named after world famous opera singer Solomiya Krushelnytska, who was born and raised in Lviv, the Opera House comprises various European architectural styles fashioned in all their lavishness. Constructed at the beginning of the 20th century, designed by architect Zygmunt Gorgolewski, the Grand Theatre in Lviv has been compared to the Paris and Vienna opera houses. Many European theaters can boast an extraordinary construction history, but Lviv’s opera house is unique in that it is built on top of a river. The architect proposed the radical and intriguing idea of burying the small river beneath the opera. His plans also included the use of a concrete foundation, a first for Europe. With optimistic trepidation, the city planners agreed and the Opera House was completed in 1900.

Halyts'kyi District

If you're spending some time in Halyts'kyi District, Lviv Philharmonic and Potocki Palace are top sights worth seeing.

Halyts'kyi District
An Angel rises over Lychakiv Cemetery and the ancient town of Lviv in the West of Ukraine.

Lychakivskyi District

While visiting Lychakivskyi District, you might make a stop by sights like Lychakiv Cemetery and Museum of Folk Architecture and Life.

Lychakivskyi District
Robert Doms Beer House ... this restaurant is three stories underground and attached to Lviv's Beer Museum and the Lvivske Brewery, which celebrated it's 300th anniversary in 2015. Good food, great beer, neat experience! It's easily walkable from the historic heart of the center too.

Shevchenkivskyi District

If you're spending some time in Shevchenkivskyi District, Beer Brewing Museum and Lemish Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

Shevchenkivskyi District

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