{"id":11300,"date":"2012-01-08T11:46:24","date_gmt":"2012-01-08T16:46:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/?page_id=11300"},"modified":"2025-08-20T04:02:25","modified_gmt":"2025-08-20T08:02:25","slug":"ukraine-travel-tips","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-guides\/ukraine-travel-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Ukraine Travel Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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In recent years, Ukraine has evolved into a popular budget travel destination. While it might not have the polish and attractions you find in Western Europe, it more than makes up for that with cheap prices, beautiful landscapes, historic buildings, and sparse crowds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ukraine gained independence after the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991 and is actually Europe\u2019s second-largest country, after Russia. Its history includes domination by various countries other than USSR including Poland, Lithuania, Romania, Czechoslovakia, and Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ukraine is home to the deepest metro station in the world, one of the world\u2019s most visited McDonald\u2019s, and some of Europe\u2019s oldest coffee houses. There are seven places here that have been recognized by UNESCO, it has tons of ghost towns here and you can also find the famous Tunnel of Love. While the recent annexation of Crimea by Russia means you\u2019ll want to be careful around the borders with Russia, the country itself is still safe to travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Personally, I didn\u2019t have many expectations for when I arrived \u2014 but I absolutely loved my time here. It\u2019s affordable, fun, and has a lot to offer if you step off the beaten path. The people are really welcoming, the country is inexpensive, and there\u2019s a real sense of stepping back in time as you explore the cities and countryside. I can\u2019t praise it enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This travel guide to Ukraine can help you plan your trip there while helping you stay on budget.<\/p>\n\n\n