If you think that after celebrating Christmas and New Year there begins a boring wait for spring, you are mistaken. Winter can still offer many experiences. At the very least, you can enjoy how the snow transforms familiar places into fairy-tale landscapes, as well as savor mulled wine or hot chocolate. Seriously, for those who want to fully embrace winter, there are ten wonderful locations that will make you regret that winter has to come to an end.

Family Farm "Under the Roof"

Where: Novaya Bohdanivka village

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Hours: visits from 10:00 to 15:00

Price: entry is free; if you wish, you can buy souvenirs, epoxy resin products, craft massage soap, beeswax candles, or donate for treats for the animals.

Just 32 kilometers from Lisova metro station is a family farm where many domestic animals lead their happy lives. Here you can see different birds, pigs, sheep, and even unique Highland cattle.

This farm has become a family project built on a love for animals and farming. Every visitor can learn more about the daily lives of the animals, taste sourdough craft bread, and experience the true taste of life on a modern farm.

Abramovych Sculpture Park

Where: Novaya Bohdanivka village

Art doesn't always have to be under a roof. For example, this art space is located in the open air. It offers contemporary sculptures by Ukrainian artists amidst nature. The project's goal is to create a dialogue between man and art and to combine the artists' creativity with their surroundings.

This has allowed for the creation of a unique atmosphere. The founder of the park is art dealer Igor Abramovich, and you can enjoy more than 20 sculptures and various art objects on the premises.

"Medvyno" Safari Park

Where: Medvyn village

Hours: daily from 09:00 to 21:00

An incredible oasis of relaxation and nature is located in the Polissya forest. Here, animals live in their natural conditions, offering visitors the opportunity to experience the true atmosphere of a safari.

There are no cages in the park, and the territory covers a huge area. Visitors can see deer, bison, wisents, buffalo, Przewalski horses, and kulan. You can also admire camels, mouflons, wolves, and hedgehogs.

Besides the safari, the park invites you to visit a deer farm where you can feed the animals and also taste craft cheeses and other products. There are also opportunities for horseback riding, exploring a health trail, and exciting fishing.

Deer Park "On the Antlers"

Where: Musiyky village

How much? Tour – 500 UAH/person; tour duration - 1.5 hours. Children under 3 years free. Basket of apples – 100 UAH;

This nature reserve is created for raising deer, restoring nature, and observing animals in as natural conditions as possible. Comfortable conditions for restoring the deer population have been created over more than 79 hectares.

There are over 70 noble deer of different breeds and about 30 does (female deer) living here.

The animals roam freely in spaces that closely resemble their natural habitat. Visitors can take advantage of tours, deer feeding, horseback riding, and fishing.

Sheep Farm "Sheepland"

Address: Velika Buhayivka village

Hours: 11:00 – 20:00, daily. No animals allowed.

Cost:

  • entry ticket: adult — 250 UAH, children under 10 years — 100 UAH;
  • accommodation: renting a cottage — from 2500 UAH per night;
  • additional services: photo session — from 800 UAH per hour

The eco-farm specializing in sheep farming is a calm and picturesque place that offers relaxation and interaction with animals. Among the fluffy residents of the farm, who gladly accept treats, there are sheep, donkeys, cows, goats, pigs, various domestic birds, and real shepherd dogs.

The farm offers animal interactions, a restaurant with farm cuisine, areas for camping and picnicking, and cozy lodges for relaxation.

Donkey Farm "Osloff"

Address: Veliki Dmytrivtsi village

Just 20 km from Kyiv is a farm where the familiar "Eeyore" is heard at every step. This is actually the only place in Ukraine where you can not only see but also pet and feed donkeys. These cute animals will gladly give rides to children on their backs.

You can taste donkey milk and homemade cheese here. This place is suitable for original photo sessions, games with children, and even barbecues.

Wood Hills

Where: Khotyanivka village

The park is open from Tuesday to Sunday.

1 hour of riding — 600 UAH

Session schedule:

  • 10:00 – 11:00
  • 11:15 – 12:15
  • 12:30 – 13:30
  • 14:00 – 15:00
  • 15:15 – 16:15
  • 16:30 – 17:30
  • 18:00 – 19:00

If you need to leave the city and spend time actively, it's hard to find a better place. This suburban park has entertainment for every family member.

Tubing slides operate, which are especially fun in winter. Additionally, there's a children's playground, trampoline area, nice photo zones, and light swings. For those who want to indulge in something tasty, there are comfortable picnic areas and cozy cafes.

Kyiv Sea

Address: Lyutizh village

This is the name given to the artificial Kyiv reservoir. On its shores, you can always find vacationers. It's the perfect place for picnics, fishing, or just relaxing.

Various water sports, as well as boating and kayaking, are practiced here. Picturesque views emerge, providing opportunities to take wonderful photographs.

Vasylkiv Carpathians

Address: Velika Buhayivka village

This picturesque area is rightly compared to the beauty of the Carpathians. Although these are not true mountains, the steep slopes and hills attract both locals and many tourists.

On the territory of this landscape reserve, there are numerous ravines, dales, forests, and steppe slopes. It's the ideal place for sledding, snowboarding, and tubing. You can also walk along winter trails or hold a photo session.

Mezhyhirya

Address: Novi Petrivtsi village

This vast area is located on the banks of the Dnieper and functions as a historical park and national natural-cultural complex.

Visitors are attracted by the alleys, green oases, historical buildings, and relaxation areas.

On the territory, there is a spa center, a golf course, and many other facilities for comfortable relaxation. There are also a car museum, a zoo with exotic animals, and private collections waiting for visitors.

This variety of interesting places and beauty simply gives you no chance to spend frosty days at home under a warm blanket.