Anapa is a resort town on the Black Sea coast. Beaches rich in tourist infrastructure against the backdrop of the blue sea, majestic landscapes of the Caucasus mountains - this is the calling card of Anapa.
The city is located in the southwest of Kuban, administratively it belongs to the Krasnodar Territory. The resort consists of the city of Anapa itself, with a population of about 60 thousand people, and several resort villages.
The total population is 170 thousand. A distinctive feature of the city is its unique location; the border between the steppe and mountainous parts of Kuban passes right through the city. That's why the climate here is unique.
Why Anapa is considered a world-class resort
1. Unique climate - air currents of three climatic directions pass over Anapa, from the mountainous Caucasus, from the Black Sea, from the Kuban steppes.
The combination of these climatic zones - mountain, sea and steppe, with relatively low humidity - makes the local climate not only pleasant, but also healthy. 2. A big plus is that there are, on average, no less than 300 sunny days a year, and mild winters make it convenient to relax almost all year round.
3. Medical institutions of the highest level - about two hundred different sanatoriums and boarding houses, with qualified staff and proven methods of detoxification treatment, balneo-mud procedures, and physiotherapy.
4. The Chembur and Vityazevsky therapeutic muds are superior in their effectiveness to the Dead Sea mud; treatment sessions are also carried out with wine from medicinal grape varieties and seaweed.
In addition to balneological, Anapa is also a climatic, water and mud resort. 5. The unique natural properties of the area - the mineral waters of Semigorsk and several other sources, are indicated for both internal and external use.
6. The iodine-bromine waters of the Tsibanobalkinsky deposit, the hydrogen sulfide estuary and hill mud of volcanoes - all this is indicated for the treatment and prevention of a wide range of diseases. For a quiet family holiday there are shallow sandy beaches.
General information: geography and history
Anapa has everything to make your vacation not only enjoyable, but also useful: a wonderful climate, luxurious beaches, lots of sun and healthy, delicious fruits. Weather suitable for swimming sets in here from the end of May; already in June the sea warms up to +25 degrees. The beach season lasts until October, but you can relax here all year round; many health resorts have been built in and around the city. Healing mud and mineral waters, a unique composition of air saturated with salts, evaporations of pine and juniper resins - the healing potential of the region is limitless!
Anapa is an ancient city. People settled these lands 2,500 years ago and since then have never left this blessed corner of the Black Sea coast for long. There are traces left in the ground from those who walked through it in different time periods: the ruins of ancient Sindica, the remains of Genoese buildings, many reminders of the long rule of the Mongols. The region was annexed to Russia as a result of the Russian-Turkish wars, which happened in 1829, and 35 years later, in 1866, it became a resort, where the sanatorium clinic of Vladimir Adolfovich Budzinsky, a doctor, the founder of the method of healing people using natural resources, was located. -climatic conditions of the area.
As reviews indicate, holidays in Anapa are the most popular in the Russian Federation. In 2011, the city received the title “Best Balneological Resort in the World,” but people come here not only to improve their health and plunge into the gentle surface of the Black Sea. Many historical and cultural monuments, a well-developed tourism industry guarantee that the summer spent in the Anapa expanses will be unforgettable!
Prices
From a financial point of view, the resort can be called relatively affordable.
A price jump during the peak season (second half of July and August) is a common occurrence for any resort city, and Anapa is no exception. You can save both on accommodation by renting a room in the private sector, without special amenities, and on food, in this case the daily budget of a vacationer in Anapa can be 600 or a little more rubles .
But coming to the resort and not allowing yourself to go to a bar, cafe, dolphinarium or water park means depriving yourself of proper rest. The average daily budget in the case of normal nutrition and reasonable use of resort entertainment will look like 1300-1700 rubles per person.
Fast food points on the streets of Anapa offer:
- pancakes with various fillings – 60–90 rubles;
- sandwiches – 90–100 rubles;
- grilled chicken – 200 rubles per kg;
- pizza – 250-300 rubles;
- ice cream – 50 rub. for the ball;
- a bottle of beer - 40-60 rubles, imported - 80 rubles.
Entertainment prices:
- Water park "Golden Beach" and family water park "Tiki-tak" - 1200 rubles. adult ticket and 600 rub. children's;
- Utrish Dolphinarium – 500 rubles, children under 5 years old – free (route taxi No. 109);
- cinema ticket – 300 rubles;
- concert of a visiting star - about 2000 rubles;
- attractions in the park – 100-200 rubles;
- The average cost of excursions is 800-1200 rubles. with transfer.
Where can you eat delicious food?
The resort has many places where you can eat delicious food and just relax. Trying to attract visitors, surprise them with an unusual idea, an interesting menu, cafes and restaurants in Anapa are trying to keep up with the times. In almost all catering establishments you will now find free internet, and many offer additional entertainment - a cultural program, performances by local and visiting musicians, board games.
Brookwin gastropub is often noted among the best Anapa restaurants. Being an unusual intimate establishment, it accommodates no more than 40 visitors at a time and is located within the walls of an ancient mansion. The interior in the spirit of a saloon of the Wild West of America creates a unique atmosphere, which is complemented by pleasant music playing in the hall. The wide selection of wines includes 62 Russian brands; tastings are held in the pub on Saturdays, which has already become a good tradition. The most frequently ordered meat dishes at Brookwin are simply excellent.
It’s easy to taste Italian and Mediterranean cuisine and pamper yourself with fresh fish and seafood in the La veranda restaurant. Its interiors are pleasing to the eye, as they are made according to the capital’s model with the involvement of a fashion designer. The summer area is a covered, airy white veranda, ideal for a romantic dinner. The spacious interior lounge invites you to relax in comfort with a glass of wine. “Veranda” serves drinks from all regions of the country; foreign producers are also widely represented. The menu, as a rule, consists of original Italian delights, and delivery is available throughout the city.
The Brodsky gastronomic bar is one of the exclusive signature establishments in the city of Anapa. Unusual interior, polite staff who value every client - you want to come back here again and again. Unique flavor combinations distinguish the establishment's gourmet cuisine. The creators of the project put the needs of the guests at the forefront, are attentive to their requests and comments, trying not to stand still, constantly developing, looking for something new.
The best fishing place, and even with a view of the sea, in Anapa remains “Nautilus”. A surprisingly cozy homely atmosphere is created by the warm attitude of the staff, pleasant interior, and live music that always plays in the evenings. You can often hear violins and jazz musicians in the Nautilus. The menu is focused on seafood dishes. With an appetite awakened by the fresh Black Sea breeze, they eat katran fish soup, baked shellfish, red mullet, mullet, and salads with mussels and rapana. Competitions and events are held quite often, including a wine festival.
On Krestyanskaya Street, the bright, unusual building of the Ali Baba teahouse catches your eye. We are talking about a real eastern fortress with round turrets, openwork arches, and paintings. This beauty is combined with a surprisingly modest price tag - the average bill for two people is about a thousand rubles. The dishes are mainly oriental. Taste delicious manti and khinkali, drink aromatic tea, smoke a hookah while lying on a soft, cozy sofa in a specially designated room. The uniform of the staff complements the surroundings: waitresses in wide shalwars rush to serve guests with oriental cordiality.
How to get to Anapa
Airplane. Among all the modes of transport that you can choose, the most convenient and fastest is, of course, the plane.
There are two permanent routes to Anapa that do not depend on the season or seasons. From Moscow and St. Petersburg there are daily flights. The standard option is to fly to Moscow or St. Petersburg and change planes there. This type of ticket is the most popular because it is the cheapest. Prices for the same airline in different travel agencies can vary greatly. A few days before departure, you will still need to clarify by phone all the points regarding the price and flight schedule.
Here are examples of purchasing an economy class ticket with a fixed date:
- Moscow - Anapa - two and a half hours - non-stop - 14,000 rubles;
- St. Petersburg - Anapa 3 hours of flight - non-stop - 15,000 rubles;
- Tyumen - Anapa 8 hours - transfer in Moscow - 27,000 rubles;
- Novosibirsk - Anapa 13 hours - transfer in Moscow - 25,000 rubles;
- Irkutsk – Anapa 15 hours – transfer in Moscow – 52,000 rubles;
- Vladivostok - Anapa 17 hours - transfer in Moscow - 65,000 rubles.
Train. The safest, inexpensive, time-tested and millions of tourists option. There are quite a lot of routes from many cities in Russia.
Approximate ticket prices - reserved seat:
- Moscow – Anapa – 3000 rubles – 39 hours;
- St. Petersburg - Anapa - 3900 rubles - 44 hours;
- Ekaterinburg – Anapa – 4500 rubles – 72 hours;
- Kazan - Anapa - 3400 rubles - 45 hours.
For many residents of the European part of Russia, this type of transport will be the most optimal. Due to such popularity, tickets should be purchased at least a month before the planned vacation. You can find out the current prices on the website https://rasp.yandex.ru.
Bus. It has a number of advantages and disadvantages.
The bus is primarily beneficial to those who live and work not so far from Anapa. Modern buses are quite comfortable, but still, long journeys in a seated position are not the most pleasant type of travel. Approximate ticket prices:
- Bus Moscow - Anapa - 25 hours - 3100 rubles;
- Kazan - Anapa - transfer in Nizhny Novgorod - 15 hours - 2700 rubles;
- Nizhny Novgorod – Anapa – non-stop – 7 hours – 1700 rubles;
- Voronezh – Anapa – transfer in Rostov-on-Don – 23 hours – 1800 rubles;
- Astrakhan - Anapa - transfer in Rostov-on-Don - 23 hours - 2200 rubles.
Automobile. Car owners have another option to get to the resort.
Not every car enthusiast, and not every car, is able to withstand a long journey. It all depends on you and your vehicle. When it comes to fuel consumption, you need to consider what kind of car you're driving. For example, a Ford Focus II 1.8 liter, 3 passengers of average build, plus a driver, plus a full trunk. The car is 8 years old, operation is within reason. The road from Moscow to Anapa required 120 liters of A-95 gasoline for 1600 km.
Distance to some cities:
- Moscow – Anapa – 1600 km;
- Ekaterinburg – 2800 km;
- Volgograd – 900 km;
- Rostov-on-Don – 400 km;
- Voronezh – 750 km.
You can calculate the distance between cities on the ATI.su website.
Choosing housing
The choice of housing in Anapa is quite diverse.
From rooms in the private sector, to rooms in luxury boarding houses and five-star hotels. It is better to take care of the issue of choosing housing in advance, so as not to fight off offers from local private owners at the station. If this happens and you have not agreed on a place to stay, it is better to leave your things in the storage room and walk to the city center - the further you are from the station, the more profitable the accommodation is, this rule also works in Anapa.
At the height of the season (this is July - August), the lowest price per person is 350-400 rubles per room. Much depends on the location in relation to the sea and living conditions. You can rent an apartment for daily rent - it will cost from 1200 rubles.
If you want to stay comfortable, there is an option with guest houses. A guest house is a fairly new phenomenon, where you can live almost like at home, the price, accordingly, will be from 450 rubles per person.
Price for a hotel room from 1500 rubles. Such hotels are located 3-10 km from the sea. The closer to the sea, the higher the price.
Hotels and 3-star hotels predominate.
Anthem of the Krasnodar region
You, Kuban, you are our Motherland, our age-old hero! Abundant, free-flowing, You have spilled into the distance and breadth. From the distant lands of the midday, From the overseas side We hit you with our brow, darling, Your faithful sons. We remember you here, We sing a song together, About your free villages, About your father’s home We remember you here, Like a dear mother, Against the enemy, against the infidel, We are going to fight to the death Here we remember you, Should we not stand up for you? , Shouldn’t I give my old life for your glory? We, as our humble tribute, From the illustrious banners We send you, dear Kuban, a bow to the damp earth.
Words by K. Obraztsov, music - folk, arranged by V. Zakharchenko.
The anthem was approved on March 24, 1995.
Sanatorium holiday
In Anapa you can not only relax, but also undergo a range of health procedures. Prices for vouchers directly depend on the services provided by the sanatoriums. Start from 900 rubles per person per day. The price for a standard double room will cost on average 1800-2000 rubles for an adult and for children from three years old - 1600-1800 rubles.
In addition to 3 meals a day and accommodation, the price includes use of the pool and visits to therapeutic beaches. The first appointment with a doctor will cost 500 rubles and 350 for subsequent visits. One procedure costs about the same.
Minimum housing prices in Anapa during high season:
- room for one – 350 rubles per day;
- apartment – 1000 rubles per day;
- place in a guest house – 450 rubles per day;
- hotel room (3 stars far from the sea) – 1200 rubles per day with meals;
- room in a boarding house - 900 rubles per day.
Beaches
A few words about the beaches of Anapa.
They come in two types - sand and pebble. The Anapa seaport serves as a dividing line - sandy beaches go to the right of the port, pebble beaches to the left. The first of them is “Cordon” beach, followed by “Small Bay”, the next is “Vysoky Bereg”, this beach is the longest in length within the city. Sandy beaches stretch to the right of the seaport; within the city they are represented by one beach - the Central Beach of Anapa, several hundred meters wide and about a kilometer long.
Now all city beaches have developed infrastructure. All of them are equipped with changing areas, toilets, and showers. For the convenience of vacationers, there are sun loungers with and without canopies.
If, after a long stay in the sun, a person becomes ill, staff from medical centers and lifeguards are on duty on the beaches.
There are rental points for various watercraft, from a regular boat to a jet ski, there are diving centers and sea fishing.
Prices for beach activities are approximately as follows:
- banana ride – 200–300 rubles;
- parasailing – 1000–1500 rubles;
- jet ski – 800-1000 rubles;
- trip on a sailing yacht – 400 rubles. per person for 1 hour;
- diving with equipment (diving) – 1500 rub. for 2 hours, night dive – 2000 rubles;
- fishing in the open sea – 700-800 rubles;
- 15-minute water ski ride – 350–400 rubles;
- for children you can buy a swimming circle - from 100 rubles.
There is a cozy cafe right on the beach where you can have a snack; prices are on average twice as high as in the city itself.
The depth of the sea is shallow ; you need to walk a couple of tens of meters to plunge into the sea at least chest-deep.
Average prices for services:
- sun lounger rental – 50 rubles per hour;
- umbrella rental – 60 rubles per hour;
- diver's kit (fins, mask, snorkel) – 50 rubles per hour;
- children's room - 250 rubles per hour;
- Luggage storage – 50 rubles per hour.
Coat of arms
The composition is included in the State Heraldic Register of the Russian Federation No. 1876.
The coat of arms of Anapa is presented in the form of a French shield. At the top, the sun is depicted on a blue background, symbolizing the sky. The luminary has 25 rays, corresponding to the number of centuries of the city’s existence. Below it is a golden wall, emphasizing the long history and strategic importance of the settlement.
Below are waves with crests facing left and a Greek warship - a trireme. The ship indicates the commercial importance and development of ports. The color of the precious metal represents wealth. The coat of arms was approved on April 8, 2005.
Nutrition
When coming on vacation, you must understand that local residents are counting on you to improve their financial situation.
Therefore, the choice of places to eat should be approached, as well as the choice of place to live, carefully and wisely - so as not to overpay three times. The closer to the sea, the higher the prices . If, for example, lunch for one in the “Tarelochka” dining room (salad, two main courses and compote) will cost 250 rubles, then in the “Ellina” cafe, located closer to the sea, the same thing will cost 300-350 rubles.
If you are thinking of cooking yourself, then pay attention to the supermarkets of the Magnit chain. Prices there are lower than in markets and other stores in Anapa. The difference is small, but if you are not in Anapa for a couple of days and cook yourself, then it is better to shop at Magnit.
If you buy groceries at the market, try to do it in the middle of the day - sellers are selling off the remaining goods and you can get a good deal. And the main rule: go to the beach with your own food. The prices there are simply astronomical, to understand their level - with a clear conscience, multiply everything by two, and for popular types of products (beer, mineral water, various types of fish) - by three.
Approximate prices for products in Anapa:
- bread – 20 rubles;
- meat (pork) – 190-230 rubles/kg;
- sausage – from 180 to 240 rubles/kg;
- eggs – 30-50 dozen;
- sugar – 35 rubles kg;
- watermelon -10 rubles per kg;
- cucumbers – 35-45 rubles kg;
- grapes – 35-55 rubles kg;
- potatoes – 30-55 rubles kg;
- tomatoes – 50-80 rubles kg.
Interesting places
In terms of excursions and attractions, Anapa also has a lot to offer.
Let's briefly talk about the options for cultural recreation.
The archaeological complex “Gorgippia” is essentially the ancient city of Gorgippia, which existed on the site of modern Anapa from the 4th century BC. to the 3rd century AD e. For those interested in history, this will be interesting.
Located on: st. Embankment, No. 4, can be reached by buses No. 1, 2, 6, 10, 16, 18. The entrance ticket costs 200 rubles.
Anapa Museum of Local Lore - everything that happened over 2,500 thousand years in the city can be learned from a tour of the museum. Protapova Street No. 1, entrance – 250 rubles.
The double-domed Church of St. Onuphrius the Great - it will be very informative to visit one of the oldest Orthodox churches in Kuban.
Sobornaya street No. 7. Anapa is also famous for its healing springs: the spring “At the Eagle”, “Ancient Well”, the spring “Semigorye”, the spring near the temple “Life-Giving Spring”.
The Lion's Head Castle, built in a medieval style, attracts tourists with its architecture and knightly performances. Located in the village of Sukko, get there by bus No. 109 (Lukomorye stop) adult ticket - 400 rubles, children's ticket - 300.
While in Anapa, you simply need to visit the Utrish Dolphinarium , a unique place where animals live in natural conditions. Address: Bolshoi Utrish village, 18 km from Anapa.
What to see: city attractions
Holidays in Anapa give travelers an amazing choice of what to do. Lovers of beaches, active entertainment, urban tourism, archaeological sites, museums, music festivals and all kinds of social events are sure to find something here. The city is beautiful and sophisticated in itself, a simple walk along its sun-drenched green streets can turn into an exciting adventure, because there are sights lurking around that need to be explored.
The central embankment, stretching from the Seaport to the confluence of the Anapka River and the Black Sea, attracts city guests at any time of the day. Day and night, an active tourist life is in full swing here: street performers perform, noisy events are organized for children and adults, barkers invite you to take part in competitions, ride on the sea, go on an excursion or hang glider, or swim on the City Beach. You can take a photo against the backdrop of Anapa Bay for free, or for a small fee you can capture yourself, your loved ones, and various animals. Also stop by one of the many shops or cafes and admire the fountains.
For the beauty of the falling jets, you should definitely go to Soviet Square. You should come here after eight o'clock in the evening, when it gets dark. A grandiose performance consisting of light, classical music and water will not leave either a child or an adult indifferent. The singing fountains of Anapa - sparkling and bright - look fantastic against the night sky.
The lonely, legendary building of the Lighthouse has always attracted the human imagination. On Cape Anapa you have a chance to admire the sea light up close. Unfortunately, the original building, dating back to the 19th century, was destroyed during the Second World War, but the current structure is also quite old: it was erected in the 1950s. From the site near the lighthouse there is a charming view of the coast, here you can take a wonderful romantic photo.
Every day, except Monday, tourists can visit an unusual museum near the embankment. Gorgippia is a monument of ancient times, a reminder of those days when an ancient trading city was located on the territory of modern Anapa. Ancient walls rise from the excavations of the earth: several kilometers of cobbled streets with sidewalks can be observed in the pit dug by archaeologists. With the help of a guide, you can find out what buildings were located in different parts, what the structure of the home of an ordinary citizen of the old policy was like. In the covered pavilion, small exhibits found during excavations are on display - household utensils, jewelry, coins, tools, and art objects.
The arch of the Russian Gate, the only remnant of a once mighty fortress, built by order of the Turkish Sultan for defense against the Russian Empire, reminds us of a period in the history of the region that is closer to us in time. Guides conducting excursions around Anapa describe in detail the scale and types of military fortifications, which can now only be seen in the imagination. Above the passage of this gate there is a sign “1854”. The arch received its name in honor of the capture of the region by Russian troops and its annexation.
In the city of military glory, Anapa, there is a beautiful green square next to the memorial complex in honor of the soldiers who died during the military conflicts of the 20th-21st centuries. Here you can find monuments in honor of the defenders of the fatherland from the German invaders, a memorial plaque to the victims of political repression, an obelisk to the victims of the Chernobyl accident and many other memorial objects. You can honor the memory of the dead in the name of the lives of future generations on Revolution Avenue.
Thanks to its convenient location, it is convenient to go on excursions in many directions from Anapa. It would take a long time to list all the objects worthy of attention, both close and distant. Among the most interesting, we should note the beautiful nature reserve “Bolshoi Utrish”, located only 15 km away. It is worth setting aside a whole day to properly explore this 5-hectare landscape reserve. Magnificent Mediterranean flora: juniper-pistachio forest, Pitsunda pine, mackerel, a lot of shrubs and flowers grow on the slopes of low mountains around a wonderful sea bay.
Night rest
Here is a list of the most popular clubs and discos; we can separately highlight the Sports and Entertainment Club at the address: Anapa, Anapskoye Shosse, 5 - visiting stars very often hold concerts there.
Other establishments:
- nightclub Moonlight;
- Metro nightclub;
- disco GALAXY;
- Sunrise disco;
- nightclub Sabotage.
Life in Anapa does not stop at night. If you've been to one nightclub, you've been to them all. The only difference is the prices.
