From Chisinau to Odesa: Seafood Lunch by the Black Sea included!

Highlights

Inclusions

Itinerary

1. The first stop is the magnificent Odessa Opera and Ballet Theater, one of the most beautiful theaters in Europe. You’ll learn about its dramatic history, admire the richly decorated façade, and take some beautiful photos. If the lobby is open, you might even peek inside to glimpse the opulent interior.

   1 hAdmission included

2. Next, you’ll enjoy a leisurely walk along Primorsky Boulevard, a leafy promenade that offers stunning views of the harbor. At the top of the iconic Potemkin Stairs, you’ll pause for a panoramic photo stop and hear why these stairs became world-famous, especially after their appearance in the classic film Battleship Potemkin.

   2 h

3. Continuing through the historical center, you’ll visit the statue of Duke de Richelieu — the French nobleman who became one of Odessa’s founding fathers. You’ll also pass by the City Hall and other architectural gems from the city’s early days.

   1 h

4. Around noon, you’ll step into the Passage — a lavish 19th-century shopping arcade that feels like a miniature palace. From there, you’ll stroll down Deribasovskaya Street, Odessa’s lively main street filled with charming cafés, flower stalls, musicians, and local energy. It’s a great place to feel the city’s rhythm.

   2 h

5. We'll drive to the Arcadia district, Odessa’s modern seaside resort area. There, we’ll stop for lunch at Chernomorka, a beloved local seafood restaurant right by the sea. You can enjoy fresh fish, mussels, shrimp, or traditional dishes like fish soup, all while taking in the sound of the waves and the relaxing breeze from the Black Sea. After lunch, you’ll have time to walk along Arcadia’s beachfront promenade, explore some of the nearby attractions, or simply relax with a coffee or dessert at a seaside café.

   2 hAdmission included

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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How it compares in Chișinău

• Its from-price is 206% above the median of the 66 day trips we list in Chișinău.
• It is longer than most of them.
• By number of reviews it ranks 37 of 66.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Chișinău

Chișinău is the capital of Moldova, a leafy city of wide boulevards, parks and churches, close to vast underground wine cellars.

Chișinău is the capital and largest city of Moldova, laid out on a grid of wide, tree-lined streets and rebuilt after damage in the Second World War and an earthquake in 1940. The Nativity Cathedral, begun in the 1830s, with a white bell tower, stands in a central park near the Triumphal Arch. Ștefan cel Mare Boulevard is the main avenue.

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