Urban District of Sochi

Travel Guide

Rosa Khutor, located in Russia's Western Caucasus. This was my favorite viewpoint from that day trip into the mountains. I was based in Adler, a district of Sochi, which has great mountain views of it's own (despite not actually being in the mountains itself). What made Adler so great was it's mild winter climate and seaside location but also having those mountain views and being under 1 hour away from into the mountains itself. During winter time less than 1 hour is the difference between two totally different worlds. And more about the location of this photo: Rosa Khutor is located in Krasnaya Polyana, in the Adler region of the city of Sochi. Don't let that fool you, though: Sochi city is, geographically, really huge. There's many different parts of it, including the rural mountains. Additionally, this area is part of Krasnodar Krai, one of Russia's federal subjects. And Rosa Khutor, as an alpine ski resort, is quite new. Constructed from 2003 to 2011, it hosted the alpine skiing events for the 2014 Winter Olympics and Paralympics. I'll definitely be returning here someday and seeing how it looks in different seasons!
Rosa Khutor, located in Russia's Western Caucasus. This was my favorite viewpoint from that day trip into the mountains. I was based in Adler, a district of Sochi, which has great mountain views of it's own (despite not actually being in the mountains itself). What made Adler so great was it's mild winter climate and seaside location but also having those mountain views and being under 1 hour away from into the mountains itself. During winter time less than 1 hour is the difference between two totally different worlds. And more about the location of this photo: Rosa Khutor is located in Krasnaya Polyana, in the Adler region of the city of Sochi. Don't let that fool you, though: Sochi city is, geographically, really huge. There's many different parts of it, including the rural mountains. Additionally, this area is part of Krasnodar Krai, one of Russia's federal subjects. And Rosa Khutor, as an alpine ski resort, is quite new. Constructed from 2003 to 2011, it hosted the alpine skiing events for the 2014 Winter Olympics and Paralympics. I'll definitely be returning here someday and seeing how it looks in different seasons!
I took this on July 2nd in Sochi, Russia. More specifically in the Adler area. I had relaxing trip there :). I was mostly at the Black Sea beaches, but I did spend a day in the Caucasus Mountains! But the sunset moments were perhaps my favorite. They always looked so serene at the beach :). And a very peaceful time! Quite a contrast, too, from the crowded beach days. Even in the morning it was already crowded. People wanted to go before the high temperatures came. But at evening it cooled down, but also most of the people left. There was still enough people though to give it a lovely atmosphere! Here is one of those shots!
I took this on July 2nd in Sochi, Russia. More specifically in the Adler area. I definitely had a really relaxing trip there! I was mostly at the Black Sea beaches, but I did spend a day in the Caucasus Mountains! But the sunset moments were perhaps my favorite. They always looked so serene at the beach :). And a very peaceful time! Quite a contrast, too, from the crowded beach days. Even in the morning it was already crowded. People wanted to go before the high temperatures came. But at evening it cooled down, but also most of the people left :). Here is one of those shots!
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Where to stay in Urban District of Sochi

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Soloniki

When in Soloniki, you can plan a visit to Dolmen of Volkonka and Aquapark Nautilus, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Soloniki
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Tsentralnyy

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If you're spending some time in Tsentralnyy, MoreMall and Riviera Park are top sights worth seeing.

Tsentralnyy
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Matsesta

While visiting Matsesta, you might make a stop by sights like Stalin's Villa and Novoy Matseste Aquarium.

Matsesta
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Kuchukdere

Kuchukdere is well-liked for its historic sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Loo area, you might plan a trip to Dagomys Beach or Loo Temple.

Kuchukdere

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Port of Sochi

Explore the waterfront in Sochi with a trip to Port of Sochi. Wander the seaside and beaches in the area.

Port of Sochi
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Sochi Olympic Park

Explore the great outdoors at Sochi Olympic Park, a lovely green space in Sirius. Stroll along the beaches or visit the spas while you're in the area.

Sochi Olympic Park
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Fisht Olympic Stadium

Catch an event at Fisht Olympic Stadium during your trip to Sirius. Stroll along the beaches or visit the spas while you're in the area.

Fisht Olympic Stadium

Sochi Autodrom

Catch an event at Sochi Autodrom during your trip to Sirius. Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.

Sochi Autodrom

Sochi Park

Bring the family to Sochi Park and enjoy the excitement of this amusement park in Sirius. Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.

Sochi Park

Stalin's Villa

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Stalin's Villa in Sochi. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Stalin's Villa