Chechnya · Russia
Grozny travel guide
Grozny is a city in Chechnya, Russia, home to about 292,000 people.
- Best months
- May, September and October
- Nearest airport
- GRV8 km · Akhmat Kadyrov Grozny International Airport
- Currency
- RUBRussian ruble
- Time zone
- Europe/Moscow
- Language
- Abaza, Adyghe, Aghul
About
About Grozny
Grozny is the capital city of Chechnya, Russia. The city lies on the Sunzha River.
Grozny was founded in 1818 as a Russian fort. It was a major stronghold for the Russians during the Caucasian Wars of 1818-1864. During the early 20th century, population boomed because of the city's rich oil reserves, which drew many Russians from other parts of the country to work in the city. During World War II, Josef Stalin accused the Chechen people as a whole of working with the Nazis to overthrow the Soviet government. The Chechens were labeled as a "traitor people".
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Things to do
What to see and do in Grozny
See
- Akhmad Kadyrov Mosque
- Church of St. Michael the Archangel
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Where to stay
Hotels in Grozny
1 hotel within 25 km of the centre, as recorded in Wikidata. Each name links to its encyclopedia article where there is one.
| Hotel | Opened | From centre |
|---|---|---|
| Grozny City Hotel | 0.4 km |
When to go
The best time to visit Grozny
The most comfortable months for a city stay in Grozny are May, September and October. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C; June is the wettest, with about 84 mm of rain.
Comfortable means average daytime high between 18 °C and 29 °C and under 80 mm of rain in the month. Averages for 1991–2020 over the surrounding area, a grid square about 50 km across, so a coast or a nearby mountain can make the town itself warmer or cooler. Data: CRU TS v4.10, Climatic Research Unit, University of East Anglia (Open Database License).
Getting there
Getting to Grozny: airports and arrival
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Akhmat Kadyrov Grozny International Airport (GRV), about 8.4 km from the city centre in a straight line; Magas Airport (IGT, 56 km) and Vladikavkaz Beslan International Airport (OGZ, 89 km) are also within reach.
Getting in
Because Grozny was devastated by years of war, transportation is often tricky and hard as much of Grozny's transportation system has been destroyed. However, since reconstruction began, it's possible to take a flight to the city or use a train, bus or the convenient highway system. For Sep 2016 there were only three main gateways to Grozny by air: the Vnukovo and Domodedovo Airports in Moscow and Bishkek Airport in Kyrgyzstan.
Getting around
It's very difficult to get around Grozny since during the Siege of Grozny the tram and trolley system was almost destroyed. The tram system is not expected to re-open, but trolley buses have re-started. The trolley bus system still has not fully developed, so it's best to use a car in the city. There is a (religious) taxi company operating in the city called Islam, which uses green-painted cars.
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GRV · Akhmat Kadyrov Grozny International Airport
IGT · Magas Airport
OGZ · Vladikavkaz Beslan International Airport
Local knowledge
Eating, drinking and staying safe in Grozny
Drink
There are no bars in the city as local Sharia law prohibits drinking alcohol in public, but there are many local vendors which sell beer. Beer can only be sold legally between 08:00 and 10:00. The city is also home to many cafes serving Chechen food and non-alcoholic drinks.
Stay safe
The political situation has stabilized, and Grozny is no longer a warzone. It is now as safe to visit as any other part of Russia, but be careful of approaching unidentified objects, as they could be unexploded ordnance left behind from the war.
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Questions
Grozny: questions travellers ask
When is the best time to visit Grozny?
The most comfortable months for a city stay in Grozny are May, September and October. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C; June is the wettest, with about 84 mm of rain.
Which airport is closest to Grozny?
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Akhmat Kadyrov Grozny International Airport (GRV), about 8.4 km from the city centre in a straight line; Magas Airport (IGT, 56 km) and Vladikavkaz Beslan International Airport (OGZ, 89 km) are also within reach.
What currency is used in Grozny?
Russian ruble (RUB).
Nearby
Destinations near Grozny
Sources: city facts from Wikidata and Wikipedia; airports from OurAirports; climate from CRU TS v4.10 (University of East Anglia Climatic Research Unit), 1991–2020 monthly means, 0.5° grid; places to stay, guest scores and amenities from each operator's own public pages. How this guide is made.