The clear sea, picturesque mountain landscapes, along with well-developed infrastructure for the youngest holidaymakers have made Alushta one of the favorite family holiday destinations in Crimea. Those who want to escape from the bustle of noisy Yalta and at the same time are interested in relaxing with the whole family in Crimea should pay attention to this resort. We have prepared for you a list of the best entertainment for children in Alushta, so that your holiday here will be a great one!
Dolphinarium Nemo
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Take your kids to the Nemo Dolphinarium
Arriving at the sea, one of the first places of entertainment is to visit the Dolphinarium; in Alushta there is a dolphinarium “Nemo” for children. What’s good is that it operates all year round, so you can watch performances not only in the summer, but also in the autumn-winter period. It is very convenient that the Nemo Dolphinarium has its own official website, where you can find the necessary information.
The performing artists are sea animals: bottlenose dolphin, cute fur seals. Additionally, the dolphinarium offers such services as photography, swimming with dolphins, rehabilitation procedures - dolphin therapy. Children of all ages will enjoy getting to know sea animals. Read more about the Nemo Dolphinarium in Alushta ->>>
The best children's beaches in the city of Alushta - TOP-6
When going to this Crimean resort with a child, tourists first pay attention to the beach, because basking in the sun and swimming are the main activities of vacationers.
- Address: Parkovaya street.
The section of coast near the central part of the embankment is the most famous and popular vacation spot. The central beach of Alushta has the beautiful name “Tender Beach”. It is always crowded here; there are many children among those vacationing on the beach.
The beach is pebble interspersed with sandy areas. Its main advantage is its location, there are many interesting objects and entertainment around, and the infrastructure on the beach itself is developed, a child will not be able to get bored, there are attractions here.
"Beach at the Embankment"
- Address: Naberezhnaya street.
The continuation of the "Côte d'Azur" is known as the "Embankment Beach", this is a fairly narrow coastal strip, so there is not much space here. Breakwaters installed on the beach divide it into several sections and ensure the comfort and safety of swimmers. The level of infrastructure and cleanliness of the water are equivalent to Central Beach.
Beaches of the Professor's Corner
- Address: Naberezhnaya street.
The small-pebble beach, comfortable for walking barefoot, has a flat seashore and a gentle slope into the water, which is perfect for little tourists. Due to the shallow depth, the water warms up quickly.
Children's entertainment on the beach includes an inflatable slide. For children who are “tired” of the sea and swimming, games that are located in the play area next to the beach - air hockey, table tennis - will suit them.
Separate article: Beaches of the Working Corner
Children's beach
- Address: Parkovaya street.
In Alushta there is a beach called “Children’s”. It is located north of Central, a five-minute walk from it. The beach is considered a children's beach because it is intended for recreation of children who come to camps in Alushta and pupils of the children's creativity center, to which the beach is assigned.
This beach should be considered for visiting by vacationers in the autumn season, when there are no longer organized groups here.
It cannot boast of a rich infrastructure, which is compensated by the proximity of the “Tender Coast” and the epicenter of entertainment - the embankment and the “Seaside Park”, but its focus on children’s and adolescent recreation ensures the convenience and comfort of swimming. Mass events are periodically held on the beach.
Beach at the Riviera Hotel (Radisson)
- Address: Naberezhnaya street.
The most comfortable beach in Alushta is the one belonging to the Riviera Hotel (the old name is Radisson, it belongs to the chain of the same name). They write that it is much cleaner than other Alushta beaches. Here even the sea is cleared of algae.
The beach has swimming pools, play areas and attractions for children. Food outlets can satisfy the most demanding tastes. Anyone can get to the beach, but those who are not guests of the Riviera will have to pay for entry. But the cost of visiting includes a sunbed, umbrella and swimming pool.
You may be interested in: Wild beaches in Alushta
Beach of the boarding house "Pearl"
- Address: Parkovaya street.
Of the beaches with paid entrance for everyone, the best one for children belongs to the Zhemchuzhina boarding house. Small pebbles are convenient for walking and relaxing, water activities will provide leisure.
The boarding house itself offers health programs for children from three years old. Those who want to not only relax at the resort, but also get medical treatment should pay attention to the “Pearl”.
Read a separate post: Beaches of Alushta
Dolphinarium Watercolor
Take your children to watch a dolphin performance at the Aquarel Dolphinarium.
Another year-round dolphinarium in the resort town is called “Aquarelle”. Marine animals involved in show programs are bottlenose dolphins and fur seals. The performances are memorable, bright, the animals perform various tricks: play with balls, draw, dive. Parents and children will be delighted, especially those who chose places close to the water. Because after the performance, the guys will remember for a long time that they were sprayed by dolphins. And additional services - swimming, playing with dolphins, dolphin therapy - will have a positive effect on the development of children. The Aquarelle Dolphinarium has an official website where you can clarify all your questions.
What to visit with children?
In Alushta there are many places that will appeal to children of any age. Below is a description of the most popular of them.
Beach holiday
Near the central embankment of the city there is a beach area called “Children’s”. Entry into the sea is relatively safe, the surface is pebble and sand. There are rocky areas near the coast.
Access to the beach is free, sun loungers/umbrellas can be rented.
The so-called “Professor’s Beaches” are also suitable for children. This is a series of pebble beaches stretching for 2.5 km in the west of the city. They are separated from each other by breakwaters. Most of them belong to hotels and resorts.
They are distinguished by a gentle slope to the water, a small number of jellyfish, and a fairly developed infrastructure:
- umbrellas;
- sun loungers;
- swings and carousels;
- cafe;
- there is an embankment.
Waterpark "Almond Grove"
Located at Alushta, st. Embankment, 4a, and occupies 2 hectares. Here are:
- 6 swimming pools of varying sizes;
- 12 slides of different heights;
- several waterfalls;
- cafe for children, etc.
The entry price ranges from 700 to 1300 rubles. for adults, from 500 to 900 rubles. for children up to 150 cm tall (price depends on the season). Children under one meter can enter for free.
Children's
This center is the largest in Alushta. Located in the Almond Grove resort complex. This includes hotels, a large water park, a beach, a promenade, etc.
There is a lot of entertainment offered here for children from 2 to 12 years old:
- attractions;
- inflatable trampolines;
- various swings;
- a labyrinth with a climbing wall;
- kids can have fun in the soft zone, etc.
30 minutes in the center will cost 200 rubles, 1 hour - 300 rubles, 3-4 hours - 700 rubles. There are separate rates for groups of 6 or more people (benefits for large families).
Dolphinarium "Watercolor"
Located on the street. Gorky, 7D. Visitors are treated to a mesmerizing show of dolphins and seals.
The price is common for children and parents and depends on the season - from 400 to 1 thousand rubles. (there is no charge for children under 3 years old). Swimming with a dolphin will cost 3,500 rubles. for 5 minutes, 10 minutes costs 6,000 rubles.
Dolphin therapy sessions are held at Aquarelle. This is a therapy method that has a beneficial effect on the body. Price for a 10-day course:
- 30 thousand rubles. (October-May);
- 50 thousand rubles. (June-September).
The cost of a one-time session is from 4,000 rubles.
Underground aquarium
Located on the street. Gorky, 4. It contains more than 200 species of fish from different parts of the planet.
You can also see crocodiles, blenny and cat, spotted stargazer, sea dragon, etc. There is an exhibition of corals. Each of the 4 halls introduces visitors to certain types of aquatic fauna.
The cost of entry to the aquarium is 400 rubles. for children from 3 to 13 years old. Children under 3 are admitted free of charge. For everyone else, a visit will cost 600 rubles.
Alushta Aquarium
Watch the fish in the Alushta Aquarium
. An amazing place where you can take your child in Alushta not only for fun, but also to learn something new. The Alushta aquarium contains underwater inhabitants, of which there are several hundred species, as well as land animals.
There are 4 halls with aquatic inhabitants of the seas, lakes, oceans from all over the world: fish, turtles, crabs, crocodiles. Sea creatures live in large aquariums, which allows you to stand up close and observe their life. Children with their parents can see turtles feeding and colorful fish flashing between the corals. In addition to marine abodes, in the Alushta aquarium there is an opportunity to get acquainted with raccoons, monkeys, reptiles, and other land inhabitants of the planet. A trip to the aquarium is educational for both preschoolers and school-aged children. Read more about the Alushta Aquarium ->>>
What you need to know first about the resort
- Alushta is an example of a convenient location of a resort on the mountain coast. The composition of the relaxation essence is as follows:
- the eyes enjoy the diverse beauties of nature, a wonderful collection of monuments from the past of Crimea;
- ears - with the sound of the sea surf, conversations of vacationers, revealing new meanings, and the most fascinating stories of guides;
- the body is given rest by sea water and the loving sun; the body can be placed not in a hotel, but in one of the resort’s sanatoriums;
- Walking around the surrounding area and mountain climbing train your muscles.
Surprisingly, this is not a complete list yet.
What to take with you
During the season, you need beach clothes and shoes (the pebbles get very hot), caps with visors and hats, basic safety equipment under the generous sun, umbrellas, comfortable clothes and shoes for traveling to the mountains, and a first aid kit.
By train or plane to Simferopol, and then about 40 km by trolleybus or bus.
Alushta on the map:
When is the season
The climate is mostly hot, with mild winters.
Spring refreshes the mountain valley and brings the joy of green decoration. There are rainy days at this time. Alushta residents gratefully accept this care of nature for their gardens, vineyards, and fields.
Tourists often come in summer and early autumn, when there is a lot of sun and not at all stuffy, thanks to the pleasant sea breezes. At night, winds blow from land to sea.
In autumn, the heat ends and cozy warmth sets in - nature is most conducive to communication precisely on September days, and often in the first half of October.
Winter rarely brings frosty days or snow. The warmth of the Black Sea and the southern slopes of the mountains can be felt in winter. It rains more often than in summer.
What's nearby
Tourists call Alushta the city itself and several resort villages nearby. They make your vacation more diverse.
Solnechnogorskoye, Malorechenskoye, Rybachye, Privetnoye go to the east of the city. Tourists find more peace in the small holiday homes, health resorts and boarding houses of these mountain valleys. Green courtyards and parks, mountain landscapes, wide pebble and sandy free beaches, and crystal clear water delight the heart. A regular bus and a minibus go here. Regarding the question of where to go with your car: car camping is freely organized in this direction. A vacation in 2022 will cost an average of 500 rubles per day (the further you are from Alushta, the cheaper). Tourists will find shops, vegetable markets, inexpensive restaurants, cafes, and bars here.
In the eastern part of Big Alushta there is a natural reserve “Kanakskaya Balka”, where the trees of Tall Juniper and Wild Pistachio are protected. For a vacation here you will need a larger amount.
To the west of the Professor's Corner are the prestigious Lazurnoye, Karabakh, Utes, Karasan and Partenit, imbued with the spirit of aristocracy, with evergreen ancient parks and a fabulous ivy forest. The private sector is poorly developed here. Large health resorts operate year-round. July peak prices for daily accommodation start at 2,500 rubles.
Trolleybuses, buses, minibuses and taxis go towards Yalta.
Along with the grandiose mountain amphitheater towards Yalta from the Alushta Valley, the following are noted:
- beech and pine forests of the Crimean Nature Reserve;
- the slopes of Mount Paragilmen with rock trails, as well as medicinal plants;
- the highest point of Crimea is the peak of Roman-kosh;
- Cape Plaka is a wonderful vantage point with a magnificent view of the
- Bear Mountain.
Waterpark Almond Grove
The Almond Grove water park is one of the best entertainment for children. People
come to the resort for a bright holiday and new experiences. Adults and children will get all this at the Almond Grove water park. The large water park complex includes several areas: swimming pools, attractions, jacuzzi, children's center, food area, VIP area.
There are numerous slides and pools for different ages, meaning both adults and children can ride on the winding slopes straight into the water. Naturally, very young children should not be left unattended. Active recreation will quickly make you hungry; for a snack, the water park has a restaurant, bar, fast food area, and even a children's bar.
The Almond Grove water park is a place where you can go with your child in Alushta for the whole day. And this will probably not seem enough. Read more about the Almond Grove water park in Alushta ->>>
Natural attractions of Alushta
In addition to entertainment complexes, in Alushta and its surroundings there are several attractions that will be of interest to children. These include:
- Red Cave;
- Valley of Ghosts;
- Funa fortress.
Red Cave
This is one of the interesting places that is definitely worth seeing with children in the vicinity of Alushta. Perhaps this is not the most picturesque Crimean cave. But it is most attractive for family leisure because it is easy to get into, and next to it there is an open-air theme park - “Fairytale Glade”. There is a cafe on the territory of this complex, and you can also book horseback riding.
Visiting the cave is available daily from 9:00 to 18:00. Entrance ticket price – 200-400 rubles. Children under 6 years old are free. You can book a separate excursion in Alushta, the program of which combines a visit to the cave and the Jur-Dzhur waterfall - one of the most beautiful in Crimea. Its price is about 750 rubles.
Valley of Ghosts on Demerdzhi
This is another popular attraction and one of the best places to see with children near Alushta. Children's imagination, and adults too, allows us to see the outlines of various faces and silhouettes in these rocks.
The entrance ticket price to the Valley of Ghosts is 30/60 rubles. (Children Adults). You can also book horseback riding excursions to this picturesque place near Alushta.
Funa
This historical fortress is located at the foot of Demerdzhi and is also one of the interesting places that you can see with children near Alushta. It is best to book a tour guide to learn more interesting information about this open-air museum. In the vicinity of the fortress you can also practice archery.
A visit to Funa is available any day from 8:00 to 17:00. Children's entrance tickets 45/70 rub. (without guide/with excursion), adults – 75/100 rub.
Despite the fact that Alushta is not as big a city as Yalta, there is also plenty of entertainment for children here to suit every taste. Visiting interesting entertainment complexes and natural attractions will add variety to your beach holiday and allow the whole family to have an exciting time at this Crimean resort.
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Imperial Guard
Visit the Guardian of the Empire entertainment zone.
Serious kids will be interested in visiting the scientific and entertainment zone. This is a hotel and entertainment area in one building.
It is stylized as a spaceship. Excursions and quests are held on the territory of the center, surrounded by a fantastic environment: the wardroom of a spaceship, spacesuits, and control equipment. Hungry astronauts can dine in the space cafe, where even mashed potatoes and chicken will seem like a super lunch.
It will appeal to those kids who are interested in space.
Dendrozoo
Study plants and animals in the Alushta Dendrozoo
Where can you go in Alushta with children if not to the zoo? And if this is a cozy dendrozoo, then many people recommend visiting it. Almost a nature reserve has been organized on a large area; plants that are familiar and rare for the Crimea grow here, and a variety of animals live here. Walking along the paths of the dendrozoo, you get the feeling that you are in the wild. There are signs with their descriptions near the plants, but the animals roam freely, the main thing is not to scare them. Guests of the dendrozoo can meet pheasants, raccoon dogs, and squirrels. Animals can be fed.
The dendrozoo is located within the resort, closer to the outskirts, so there will be no problems with how to get there. But it is recommended to notify in advance about your visit. Read more about the Dendrozoo in Alushta ->>>
Where to stay with a child - the best hotels by the sea
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Alushta hotels offer comfortable accommodation for the whole family .
Cipresso Hotel
- You can see the prices and availability of rooms at the Cipresso Hotel on Booking using the link here.
Hotel "Cipresso" 4* is located in a quiet part of the resort Alushta. The hotel offers 8 categories of comfortable rooms, each of which has a large terrace with panoramic views. The hotel has a salt cave, indoor and outdoor swimming pools , a games room, and animation.
- Prices start from 7600₽ depending on the season and room category.
- Location: st. Krasnoflotskaya, 51-52.
Santa Barbara
- You can see the prices and availability of rooms at the Santa Barbara Hotel on Booking using the link here.
Family hotel "Santa Barbara" 3* is located in the village of Utyos, 20 km from the city. Vacationers can enjoy large and bright rooms, a cafe with an outdoor terrace, a playroom for children, and bicycle rental. Hotel guests can relax on the beach of the neighboring Utes boarding house or on the public beach, which is within walking distance.
- Prices – from 3700₽.
- Location: st. Gagarina, 25/67-71.
Calypso
- You can see the prices and availability of rooms at the Calypso 3* hotel on Booking using the link here.
One of the advantages of the Calypso 3* hotel is its convenient location on the embankment in the Professor's Corner . The hotel has 30 comfortable rooms with sea views. Guests have their own small-pebble beach, a rich excursion program, boat trips and sports entertainment at their disposal.
Important! The hotel has an age limit for children under 12 years old .
- Prices – from 4500₽.
- Location: st. Embankment, 29
Crimea in miniature
Take beautiful photos in the Crimea Park in miniature.
The miniature park is an unusual place to visit. When you come to the park, you can feel like a giant. Children will definitely enjoy walking among small copies of Crimean landmarks. In the miniature park, children will examine famous castles from foundation to roof - Swallow's Nest, Massandra Palace, Genoese Fortress and other attractions. Children can daydream while walking among the smaller copies, imagining themselves as a wizard flying from one building to another. Read more about Crimea Park in Miniature in Alushta
Multipark in Alushta
Children will love this new attraction
in the Alushta Multipark Favorite cartoon characters settled in the Multipark - Winnie the Pooh and Piglet (Soviet and Disney), Mickey Mouse, Masha and the Bear and many others.
The characters are of different sizes, some are taller than human height, and some are small. No child will refuse to take a photo with their favorite character. In addition to the figures of cartoon characters, real animals have settled in the Multipark - peacocks, rabbits, pigeons. You can feed them. The territory of the park is looked after and improved. In a word, Multipark can be safely recommended as a place in Alushta where you can go with your children and see your favorite characters.
Dinosaur Park
Visit the Dinosaur Park in Alushta
Many preschoolers, as well as school-aged children, like dinosaurs. They study them from books, and you can see what they looked like in the Dinosaur Park in Alushta. All families with children should go to the dino park in Alushta. In the open-air park there are figures of dinosaurs with descriptions; they move and growl. You are allowed to take pictures with the dinosaurs; there is also a special photo zone. And for excavations there is a special sandbox, where every child will feel like a serious paleontologist.
Resort Description
Today Alushta is a developed town with a lot of interesting places. Thousands of tourists come here every year. At the same time, few people know that the settlement began to actively develop only at the beginning of the 20th century. In those days, dachas of the Russian nobility appeared here. The town is conveniently located in the spacious, largest basin on the South Coast, formed by the valleys of small mountain rivers.
Today Alushta is most often chosen by older tourists, as well as families with small children. Here you can have a great time on the beach, have fun on water attractions, or treat chronic ailments in one of the popular sanatoriums. Not only entertainment for children in Alushta is presented. There are several nightclubs. Therefore, young people can also have a great time here.
Alushta pleases tourists with favorable climatic factors. The clean sea, coniferous trees, sea air - all this contributes to the overall strengthening of the body. A vacation in Alushta will benefit people with diseases of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems.
Seaside Park
Go with the whole family to the Primorsky Park
Often on vacation you have to buy tickets for the entertainment you like, but in Alushta there is a place that you can visit completely free of charge. This is the Seaside Park, it is located in the city center and faces the sea. On the territory of the park is the dacha of the merchant Stakheev, an architectural monument. In the park you can walk along well-groomed alleys among cypress, oak, and chestnut trees, see monuments and interesting buildings, and take bright family photos.
But not only in the territory of Alushta, there is something to see, but also in the surrounding area you can drive your own car with children and see a lot of interesting things.
Parks and attractions of Alushta for children - TOP-4
Walking along embankments and parks is a traditional form of leisure for vacationers in resort towns. It is important for a child that the outing be interesting; he wants not just to walk hand in hand with his parent, but to play, go on rides, and see something interesting. Below are places in Alushta where you should go for a walk with your child.
Alushtinskaya embankment
- Address: Central embankment.
The embankment at seaside resorts is the center of tourist life. In Alushta, the total length of the coastline is about 7 kilometers, and there are three embankments on it.
The central part - the main city embankment - is a tiled walking area with benches, food outlets, entertainment and shopping stalls. Magnolias bloom on the embankment, and tourists are attracted by sculptures and art objects. There is a well-known fountain decorated with the composition “Fishermen”.
One of the symbols of the city is the snow-white Rotunda, installed in 1952. Children especially love the “Seahorse” sculpture. For children of different ages, the embankment offers many opportunities to have fun.
Near the pier there is an area with attractions, where there is a mirror maze, trains, a trampoline with a slide, and electric car rental. Those interested can go boating, and older people will enjoy the shooting range, where you can win a prize for your accuracy.
Embankment "Professor's Corner"
- Address: Naberezhnaya street.
A continuation of the central embankment is the Professor’s or Workers’ Corner embankment. This is the name of one of the most picturesque historical areas of Alushta at the foot of Mount Kastel. The name dates back to the pre-revolutionary period, when dachas built for scientists of the Imperial Academy of Sciences appeared here.
In Soviet times, as usual, the area was renamed Rabochiy Ugolok, and in 2001 the original name was returned. Despite the academic name, this place is considered very comfortable for families with children.
The two-kilometer-long embankment is a picturesque place with views of Mount Castel and lush vegetation - very convenient for walking with children. On the side of the road, the embankment is “protected” by relict trees - Italian pines, the aroma of which is beneficial for both children and adults to inhale. You can take a walk along the embankment in an electric car. The kids will definitely remember it.
The third part of the embankment, the Eastern part, is also a popular place for walking, but for families with children it is not particularly noteworthy; for the most part, health tourism facilities are located there.
Seaside Park
- Address: Perekopskaya street.
The most popular walking place in Alushta for all ages is the central park, called Primorsky. It is located near the embankment and occupies a vast territory. Its origin dates back to the 19th century and is associated with the estate of the merchant Stakheev, at which a garden of exotic plants was created.
Actually, the history of the park as a recreation place begins with its official opening in 1957. Stakheev's dacha or villa "Otrada" is an oriental-style mansion, one of the main attractions of Alushta, it is often called the most beautiful building in the city.
There are several other cultural and historical sites and monuments in the park, for example, the dacha of Dr. Shteingoltz and the monument to the writer M. Gorky. The local history museum is also located on the territory. The attention of young children will be attracted by an unusual figure resembling a whale, located in the central part of the park. This is a fountain created in 1977.
“Primorsky” is a traditional park of culture and recreation, combining historical, natural and educational components; children will not get bored here; there are plenty of attractions here. There is a Ferris wheel, slides, trampolines, carousels, shooting galleries, and playgrounds.
Alushta multipark
- Address: st. Gorky, 16.
A meeting with the characters of your favorite cartoons awaits young tourists in the Alushta theme park. Here, in the form of sculptures, “images of childhood” from different eras and countries are presented - heroes of animated films of recent years, like SpongeBob, side by side with all the favorite creations of Soyuzmultfilm, on which parents and even grandmothers of modern children grew up.
Thus, “Tiger and Pooh” from the Disney cartoon is complemented by the image of Donkey, Piglet and the same Winnie the Pooh, voiced by Evgeniy Leonov.
Here the children are waiting for Matroskin with Ball from Prostokvashino, Mickey Mouse, Three Heroes, the “moderately well-fed” Swedish roof dweller Carlson from the Soviet cartoon, Masha with the Bear and many others. Immersion in the fairy-tale and cartoon world of the Multipark is complemented by active entertainment - trampolines and playgrounds.
Red Cave
Descend into the underground world in the Red Cave
Children and their parents will enjoy visiting the underground world and walking among the bizarre natural figures. They will be impressed by what nature has created - stalactites and stalagmites, unusual arches and vaults. And knowing that the age of the Red Cave is approximately 2.5 million years, and thanks to natural processes the cave continues to grow, one can only admire the surrounding environment. On such a walk, you can imagine yourself as the ruler of the underground kingdom.
Valley of Ghosts
Marvel at the creations of nature in the Valley of Ghosts
Another place where nature has created unusual structures is the Valley of Ghosts. It is also recommended for visiting for those who are thinking about where to go in Alushta with children. Looking at the futuristic forms of rocks, the imagination itself will tell you what it sees. Some people see fantastic animals and birds, others people, and a child’s imagination may see something super unusual. A nearby stable offers horse riding services. As a rule, all babies love to stroke and ride on them. And after a walk through the Valley of Ghosts, parents can discuss with their children what they saw among the boulders. Read more about the Valley of Ghosts in Crimea ->>>
Excursions to the Valley of Ghosts
Chernovsky stones
How to spend a holiday in Alushta with children? Reviews show that almost all visitors are in a hurry to visit Chernovskie Stones. This place is of interest to both large and small tourists. Here you can take the most attractive pictures.
Initially it was a large block of stone, which over time split in half. In former times, the entire coast of Alushta was covered with boulders. They were gradually removed, but these stones were left. Local residents claim that they have magical properties. The stones were named after the Chernov merchants, whose estates were located nearby.
This attraction is also called the “Stones of Destiny”. Many tourists come to the stones and make wishes. It is believed that everything planned should come true in the near future.
Chernovsky stones look especially attractive in winter, when they are covered with snow and a ball of ice.
Funa Fortress
Remember the history of Crimea in the Funa Fortress
The remains of the Funa guard fortress are located in the vicinity of Alushta, and it is worth visiting them with children not only for the beautiful photos against the backdrop of ancient ruins. During the educational excursion, the guide will tell you why the fortress was built here and how it protected from enemies. A visit to the Funa Fortress is a touch of history.
Yusupov Palace
Not as “promoted” as Livadia or Vorontsovsky. Maybe because of the modest façade? But the most beautiful and interesting thing is hidden in the courtyard - 12 lions lined up, a fountain with a little mermaid, old trees: an olive tree is more than 600 years old, an oak tree - 200 years old. Lions are a unique symbol of this palace - they guard any entrance on both sides.
Inside you will see Stalin's office, and outside there are three cypress trees planted in honor of the victorious countries in World War II.
In addition to the excursion in the palace, you can rent apartments: “Stalin”, “Yusupov”, “Molotov” - any of them are at your service for good money.
Jur-Jur waterfall
Swim in the Jur-Dzhur waterfall.
The natural object - the Jur-Dzhur waterfall is worth showing to children. This powerful and inexhaustible waterfall will show the power of nature and give you coolness on a hot day. The picturesque environment and the gurgling waterfall will leave a lasting impression. Looking at flowing water and breathing in the coolness is good for mental and physical health. Photos against a backdrop of beautiful nature will decorate a family photo album.
Aivazovsky Park
Take a walk with your child in Aivazovsky Park
The well-groomed and cozy Aivazovsky Park is a piece of paradise that is worth seeing with children in Alushta. The park was landscaped by a landscape designer, and visitors to the park will see a rock garden, a rose garden, and rare trees - sequoia, tulip tree. Architectural structures - gazebos, columns, sculptures decorate the park. Walking along the paths or sitting on a bench in the shade of a tree is a pleasant pastime.
Crimean Nature Reserve
This reserve is one of the oldest in Crimea. It is definitely worth a visit for those who have planned a trip to Alushta. Where can you take your children for a walk, if not in the shade of majestic trees, looking at rare plants, watching animals? The reserve was founded in 1913, but during the Great Patriotic War it was heavily damaged by fires. The damaged plants were partially restored. Animals were also harmed. Many bison and deer did not survive the fires.
The total area of the reserve exceeds 44 hectares. The main part belongs to mountainous areas. Schoolchildren in grades 5-6 should visit the reserve. Here you will be able to see rare plant species with your own eyes. More than 20 species are included in the European Red List.
Today, the reserve carries out not only environmental protection, but also research work. Experts study animal behavior and develop new plant species. You can learn about all this on the excursion.
