Krasnoyarsk Krai · Russia
Krasnoyarsk travel guide
Krasnoyarsk is a city in Krasnoyarsk Krai, Russia, home to about 1,093,000 people.
- Best months
- June
- Nearest airport
- KCY28 km · Krasnoyarsk Cheremshanka Airport
- Currency
- RUBRussian ruble
- Time zone
- Asia/Krasnoyarsk
- Language
- Abaza, Adyghe, Aghul
About
About Krasnoyarsk
Krasnoyarsk is the largest city and administrative centre of Krasnoyarsk Krai, Russia. It is situated along the Yenisey River, and is the second-largest city in Siberia after Novosibirsk, with a population of over 1.1 million.
Krasnoyarsk has a population of over 1 million people. The Kacha River flows through the city before joining the Yenisey at the Strelka - the historical center of the city. The Krasnoyarsk hydroelectric dam, 20 km upstream, significantly influences the local climate; normally the river would freeze over in the bitterly-cold Siberian winter, but because the dam releases unfrozen water year-round, the river never freezes in the 200 km to 300 km stretch of river immediately downstream. The city was founded in 1628 as a fort on the confluence of the two rivers.
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Things to do
What to see and do in Krasnoyarsk
See
- Krasnoyarsk Dam
- Muzey-Usad'ba Surikova
- Surikov Art Museum
- Krasnoyarsk Regional Museum
- Culture and History Center
- Karaulnaya Gora
- Andrey Dubensky Monument
Do
There are many hiking opportunities in the nearby forests, many of which offer nice viewpoints. It is recommended to have a guide for such an excursion as the trails are not well laid-out and there are plenty of dangers, including animals.
- Stolby Nature Reserve
- Roev Ruchey Zoo
- APFest
- The Night of Ad Eaters
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Where to stay
Which part of Krasnoyarsk to stay in
Some hotels do not have English-speaking staff and may be in bad condition. Read reviews online and book in advance. It is also better to book accommodation in the city centre since certain outlying areas can be a bit dodgy. Most hotels and hostels offer free WiFi and many have computer terminals. Almost all accept credit cards. Hotels and hostels will usually provide a visa invitation and registration for an additional fee.
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When to go
The best time to visit Krasnoyarsk
The most comfortable months for a city stay in Krasnoyarsk are June. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 26 °C; July is the wettest, with about 83 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 Krasnoyarsk: airports and arrival
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Krasnoyarsk Cheremshanka Airport (KCY), about 28 km from the city centre in a straight line; Krasnoyarsk International Airport (KJA, 30 km) is also within reach.
Getting around
Taxis are plentiful but drivers rarely speak English. Negotiate prices in advance.
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KCY · Krasnoyarsk Cheremshanka Airport
KJA · Krasnoyarsk International Airport
Local knowledge
Eating, drinking and staying safe in Krasnoyarsk
Eat
There are plenty of restaurants in Krasnoyarsk. While there is no McDonald's, there are locations of KFC. There are many excellent Chinese restaurants on Mira street near the Theater of Musical Comedy.
Stay safe
Though generally safe for the experienced traveler, Krasnoyarsk can be a tricky destination for someone not familiar with the region and culture. The downtown areas are pretty much safe all night, but in the suburbs don't walk alone after dark. If you are 15–30 years old, the neighborhood of student dormitories (living blocks without balconies, usually 9-story), the inside of living districts and street cafes can be dangerous for you even at the day time due to the chances to meet drunk bullies who can be easily provoked, for example, by your unusual or not athletic look.
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Questions
Krasnoyarsk: questions travellers ask
When is the best time to visit Krasnoyarsk?
The most comfortable months for a city stay in Krasnoyarsk are June. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 26 °C; July is the wettest, with about 83 mm of rain.
Which airport is closest to Krasnoyarsk?
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Krasnoyarsk Cheremshanka Airport (KCY), about 28 km from the city centre in a straight line; Krasnoyarsk International Airport (KJA, 30 km) is also within reach.
What currency is used in Krasnoyarsk?
Russian ruble (RUB).
Nearby
Destinations near Krasnoyarsk
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.