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At a glance
Climate
Continental
Languages
Ukrainian and Russian
Local currency
UAH
(UAH)
Local time
(GMT+3)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
2 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
City Center
Tap water
Bottled water recommended
Tipping
5-10% expected in restaurants
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
70 · Good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Borscht
Vareniki
Salo
Forcemeat fish (Gefilte fish)
When to visit Odessa
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: July, August
Busiest: Jul-Aug
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Jan20
cold, snowy
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Feb25
cold, grey
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Mar40
chilly, thawing
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Apr60
mild, blooming
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May75
pleasant, warm
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Jun85
warm, sunny
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Jul90
hot, beach weather
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Aug90
hot, beach weather
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Sept80
mild, pleasant
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Oct60
cool, crisp
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Nov40
cold, windy
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Dec30
cold, winter
Things to do in Odessa
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
Showing 7 of 7 places ·
Best in the morning
1 place
Privoz Market
Privoz 2 hrs
Immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere of Odessa's historic and largest food market.
Best in the afternoon
1 place
Odessa Catacombs
Outskirts 2 hrs
Explore the vast underground labyrinth, one of the world's largest, with a guided tour.
Best in the evening
1 place
Odessa Opera and Ballet Theater
City Center 3 hrs
Marvel at the stunning Neo-Baroque architecture and enjoy a world-class performance.
Any time of day
4 places
Potemkin Stairs
City Center 1 hr
Climb the iconic 192 steps offering panoramic views of the port and sea.
Deribasovskaya Street
City Center 2 hrs
Stroll along the lively pedestrian street, filled with cafes, shops, and street performers.
Lanzheron Beach
Lanzheron 4 hrs
Relax on the popular city beach, enjoy the Black Sea, and visit the Dolphinarium.
Vorontsov Palace Colonnade
City Center 1 hr
Enjoy picturesque views of the sea and harbor from this elegant architectural landmark.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Odessa
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Standard tour
Akkerman Fortress and Cheese Dairy Tour in Ukraine
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Odessa Combo: Private Sightseeing Tour and Catacombs Visit
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Catacombs Odesa Official Museum Tour
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Local Odesa Food Tasting
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Courtyards of Odesa
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Tairov winery tour
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Private Day Trip to Vilkovo - Ukrainian Venice
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Day Trip to Strategic Missile Forces Base from Odessa
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Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Odessa
Straight-line distance from the centre of Odessa.
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