Tuapse. photos of the city and the beach, attractions, recreation, entertainment, what to see, where to go, coast map, tourist reviews

The small town of Tuapse on the Black Sea coast is a popular place for relaxation and restoration of health, because the climate here is mild, nature is amazingly beautiful, the ecological situation is good, and the developed tourism infrastructure allows you to spend time in a variety of ways (from hiking and diving to museums, parks, water attractions, excursions to caves and waterfalls, clubs and bars).

The Tuapse region began to develop as a resort area during the Soviet period, and currently there are about 300 sanatoriums (often with swimming pools and SPA complexes). Numerous boarding houses, hotels, and recreation centers are located along the entire coast near beaches (mostly pebble), surrounded by picturesque forests and mountains.

The Tuapse region is attractive as a long-term holiday destination also because of the relatively affordable prices for accommodation and food compared to Sochi and Adler and the cleaner sea compared to Gelendzhik.

Holidays with children in Tuapse are becoming more and more comfortable thanks to the installation of special children's playgrounds, reconstruction of attractions and the ability to easily and quickly get to water parks and a dolphinarium located near the city, and go to a children's theater. It is also easy to organize meals for children due to the abundance of cafes (there are also canteens) with simple, tasty dishes of good quality.

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Seaport of Tuapse

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The seaport of Tuapse is one of the largest Russian ports on the Black Sea coast, transshipping dry and oil cargo. It also has a grain transshipment complex. The port was founded in 1898, at the time when the first ship entered it.

The port's annual cargo turnover is 20 million tons of cargo. The seaport also serves vessels with a total weight of up to 55 thousand tons in dry cargo areas and 100 thousand tons in naphthenic areas. The port water area is located on 80 hectares of water surface, which is protected from bad weather by 2,500 meters of fencing.

The port area has a temperate climate with warm summers and mild winters. The port does not freeze even in severe winters, so navigation in the port is carried out 24 hours a day throughout the year. Snow rarely falls here.

Resorts Shepsi and Dederkoy

This resort area consists of two small villages. Shepsi is located 10 km from the administrative center of the district, and Dederkoy is 14 km away. The beaches here are made of gravel, small pebbles and fine-grained sand. The flat seabed makes swimming safe even for small children. In addition to the mild climate and large area of ​​forests, holidays here are attractive thanks to excursions. While staying at these resorts you can visit the waterfalls on the Dederkoy River. The cascade of powerful streams falling from a height of 7 to 14 m will not leave anyone indifferent. In addition, you can visit the observation deck, which offers a stunning panorama of the Caucasus and the Black Sea coast.

Also, while staying at the resort, you can visit the monkey nursery, where more than a hundred primates live.

Holidays at the resorts of Shepsi and Dederkoy will allow each guest to choose entertainment to their taste.

Outdoor travel

At Cape Kadosh, which is part of the reserve, you can find a lot of interesting things. The main part of the forest is oak and hornbeam; Crimean and Pitsunda pines are also found. Neolithic and Paleolithic sites were discovered on its territory. There are dolmens in the forest. The open spaces are thickets of wild Caucasian orchids and other rare plants.

From Tuapse you can go on excursions:

• IN Guam Gorge

  - a place of extraordinary beauty, where waterfalls flow from high cliffs, and they themselves are dotted with caves and grottoes. An excursion diesel locomotive carries tourists along the gorge on a narrow-gauge railway. At the recreation center in the gorge there are healing thermal springs where you can relax and heal your joints.

• There is a waterfall near Tuapse Perun

  50 meters high. It looks especially powerful at the beginning of summer, when mountain rivers are still full of water.

• Hiking trail to the mountain Turkey

  - this is a route for those who are not afraid of mountain hiking. The trail from Tuapse can be reached by a regular bus to the village of Indyuk. Even a beginner can overcome the climb up the mountain. The route runs along the former front line; local historians and trophy hunters come here. Along the way you come across many monuments and obelisks erected in honor of the soldiers who died here.

• river valley Ashe

  .
  From the village of Kalesh
  , where honey and wine tasting is offered, the journey will continue by jeep.
  Along the valley the path leads to two waterfalls - Shapsugsky
  and
  Bridal Waterfall
  . The evening will end in the same village with a hearty national dinner and fiery Caucasian dances performed by professional artists.

• On Dederkoy River

  — admire the waterfalls and see the dolmens.

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• To the megalithic complex “Psynako”
  in the village of
  Anastasievka
  . Scientists have differing opinions about its purpose. Some consider the dolmen - a huge mound of boulders of various shapes and sizes - a temple of Sun worship, others - an ancient observatory.

The nature of the Western Caucasus attracts and surprises. The listed excursions are not all that you can see in the Tuapse area. To truly appreciate it, you can rent a car and drive around the most interesting places on your own.

Perun Waterfall

Hard to reach, but such a beautiful waterfall.
Photo: Chernomorie.rf This waterfall is the highlight of not only Tuapse, but the entire Krasnodar region. Its height is 33 meters and it is truly incredible.

Everyone knows about him, but few come to see him. Although it is located very close to Tuapse. The fact is that the path here is thorny: you need to get to the Dachnaya stop, and then walk. But, making your way through the boulders, you will admire the dolmens (ancient burials, we will talk about them later).

The road is winding, and there is no point in describing it. We recommend that you navigate using the navigator (just in case, take a screenshot of the map if the Internet suddenly disappears).

Also, be sure to wear comfortable shoes.

How to get there?

By train and electric trains: all passenger trains and electric trains going to Adler pass through the Tuapse railway station. Several passenger trains depart from Moscow every day; the journey takes almost a day.

You can get to Tuapse by plane. Krasnodar airport is located 170 km from the resort, the airport in Adler is 134 km away, and it is possible to come from Gelendzhik 136 km away.

Having landed at Krasnodar airport, you can get to the Tuapse resorts in about 2.5-3 hours by car, it all depends on how busy the route is. If you buy a ticket for an intercity bus, the travel time will be 3.5 hours.

During the journey, endless fields give way to the picturesque foothills of the main Caucasian ridge, approaching the Tuapse region, the road begins to turn from a straight line into a long serpentine road.

Microdistricts

The city has its own Tuapse microdistricts; there is no official division into administrative districts.

As in any city, there are areas that are comfortable for living and those that are not so comfortable, there is industrial. purpose and sleeping type. For more convenient designation, city residents call the historically established names of microdistricts.

The central part of the city of Tuapse is designated by the word center. The main attractions and entertainment centers are located in the central part of the city.

The Sycamore Alley stretches through the center of the city, considered the longest alley in Europe, its length is more than 2 km, the trees were planted more than 100 years ago. On both sides of the attraction there are many shops and cafes.

The Calarasi area is considered the most comfortable for living. It is located far from the industrial zone it enters (refinery, port, Eurochem). It is also believed that this is the most environmentally friendly area in the city.

Modern residential complexes have been built in the microdistrict and mini-hotels have been opened. For tourists, interesting attractions in the mrk. Kalarash cannot be found.

Other microdistricts of the city of Tuapse will not be particularly interesting for vacationers: this is the microdistrict. Sorting, microdistrict Zvezdny microdistrict Grozneft, microdistrict Barsova Shchel is mostly residential and industrial areas.

There are resort villages in the area, such as: Dzhubga, Agoy, Novomikhailovsky, Nebug.

How to get there

You can get to Tuapse by plane, train, bus or car. The most convenient way to do this is by air, since the flight takes a minimum of time and is often cheaper than other options.

Airplane

The nearest airports to Tuapse are in Gelendzhik (130 km), Sochi (140 km) and Krasnodar (170 km).

Krasnodar Pashkovsky International Airport receives more flights than Sochi and Gelendzhik, serves more than a dozen Russian and foreign airlines, Alrosa, Pobeda, Ural Airlines, Belavia, Flydubai and more.

Prices of air tickets to Krasnodar

• Moscow — Krasnodar from 1,900 rub.
• St. Petersburg — Krasnodar from 2,400 rub.
• Perm — Krasnodar from 2,700 rub.

• Samara - Krasnodar from 2,000 rubles.
• Kazan — Krasnodar from 2,700 rub.
• Ekaterinburg — Krasnodar from 2,200 rub.

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Transfer from airport

To get from Krasnodar airport to Tuapse, you can use public transport: take the Lastochka high-speed train (2 hours drive, 300 rubles), bus (4 hours drive, 400-500 rubles) or taxi (3 hours drive, 3,500 rubles ).

There is a more convenient alternative option - ordering a taxi transfer from the airport to the hotel door in Tuapse. For an amount starting from 3,800 rubles, tourists will be greeted with a sign in the arrivals hall, and then taken to the city in comfort.

Train

There is a railway station in Tuapse - Tuapse-Pasazhirskaya - a large railway station in the south of Russia. Trains and commuter trains heading to Sochi and Adler stop here.

Tuapse railway station address: st. Pobeda, 2 (Yandex Maps | Google Maps)

Prices of train tickets in Tuapse

• Moscow — Tuapse from 2,500 rub.
• St. Petersburg - Tuapse from 3,000 rubles.
• Rostov-on-Don - Tuapse from 900 rub.

• Krasnodar - Tuapse from 500 rub.
• Samara - Tuapse from 1,900 rubles.
• Voronezh - Tuapse from 1,500 rubles.

In order to save time and money, we advise you to find out the schedule and purchase train tickets online.

Bus

You can get to Tuapse by intercity buses that depart from Russian cities.

Tuapse bus station address: st. Zhukova, 6 (Yandex Maps | Google Maps)

Bus ticket prices in Tuapse

• Krasnodar - Tuapse from 400 rubles, 4 hours.
• Gelendzhik - Tuapse from 300 rubles, 3 hours.
• Rostov - Tuapse from 1,300 rubles, 10 hours.

• Sochi - Tuapse from 300 rubles, 2 hours.
• Voronezh - Tuapse from 2,300 rubles, 15 hours.
• Stavropol - Tuapse from 1,200 rubles, 10 hours.

On Avianity you can find out the prices of tickets for intercity buses in Tuapse.

Automobile

Many tourists prefer to travel by their own car, because this allows them to explore the city and its surroundings without using taxi services or public transport.

The road to Tuapse passes through picturesque places where sea and mountain landscapes give way to vineyards and other plantations. Residents of Krasnodar and Sochi will have a much easier time in this regard, since the distance from their cities to Tuapse is only 170 and 140 km, respectively. Those who go to the resort from Moscow need to travel 1,500 km.

Public transport

Tuapse city transport is represented by buses and minibuses. With their help you can get to all the surrounding resorts - Lermontovo, Olginka, Nebug, Dzhubga and others. The fare depends on the distance; you can pay by credit card or cash.

Taxi

There are several taxi services operating in Tuapse - Red Taxi, Kub Taxi, Mirage, Yandex.Taxi. The average fare for trips around the city is 80-100 rubles.

Car rent

You can rent a car upon arrival at Sochi or Krasnodar airport, and then return it there at the end of your vacation. Note that renting a car is much more profitable for several days - the cost of daily rental will be lower.

We recommend choosing and booking a car in advance online through local rental companies in Adler or international services in Krasnodar.

Where to go with children

Dolphinarium "Aquamir"

Dolphinarium "Aquamir" is located in the resort village of Nebug, 15 km from Tuapse. The show of three dolphins and two fur seals takes place twice a day (from 11.00 and 17.00) except on Mondays, when the artists have a day off. The weather doesn't bother them, so even if it rains, the show isn't cancelled. The duration of the performance is about an hour.

During the program, various tricks are performed, and the dolphins also paint an abstract painting that can be bought at auction. The auction winner gets a bonus ride in a boat pulled by dolphins. In addition, after the performance it is possible to take photographs with animals (500 - 1000 rubles), as well as a 5-minute swim with dolphins (1500 - 3000 rubles).

You cannot buy tickets to the dolphinarium in advance or online. They can be purchased on site at the box office one hour before the start of the performance. Ticket price – 600 rubles. Children under 5 years old enter free of charge. Discounts are provided for disabled people and large families.

Water park "Dolphin"

Like the dolphinarium, the water park is located in Nebug, and is considered the very first (since 1997), largest (3 hectares), most beautiful (the number of plants is greater only in the Sochi arboretum) and most comfortable (5 stars) water park in Russia.

There are 5 unique water slides, among which the extreme ones stand out: “Kamikaze” (height 15 m, speed over 70 km/s), “Black Hole” (100-meter closed water tube with special effects) and “Pigtail” (3 water tubes, “ twisted" into one "braid").

Foam aquadiscos are held with surprises and an entertaining entertainment program. In the evening, a light show is added to everything. There are also children's programs with attractions in which high-level animators are involved.

Ticket prices for Dolphin depend on the program:

• for the whole day (from 10.00 to 18.00) – 800 rubles, (adult), 400 rubles. (children up to 12 years old), free (up to 5 years old);
• for the evening (from 14.00 to 18.00) – 500, 300 and free.

Theater for Young Spectators

This theater grew out of the amateur theater group "Suitcase", specializing in children's productions. In 1991 he received professional status. In 2001, he settled in the building of the former Sadko cinema (Tamanskaya St., 18).

Tuapse Youth Theater is the only theater of this profile on the Black Sea coast, a winner of many All-Russian competitions among provincial theaters. By the way, his repertoire also includes productions for adults. Ticket prices for the Youth Theater vary depending on the age of the viewer for whom the performance is intended, as well as the season. Average cost – 350 rubles.

What to see

Tuapse is a city with a rich history, since the first people began to inhabit these places 5 thousand years ago. Here you can see everything that will please the eye: ancient exhibits in museums, well-groomed parks, dolmens, as well as picturesque mountains.

Attractions

Tuapse embankment (Photo: Andrey Kekäläinen | Lori Photobank)

There are many interesting sights in the city and its surroundings, one of them is connected with military glory, the other with nature. The most important ones that guests of Tuapse visit are: plane tree alley, defense museum, city embankment, Kiseleva rock and Seaport.

Tuapse embankment

The Tuapse embankment is another favorite place for walks. There are several interesting places on it: a sundial, a musical fountain, a monument to fighters for Soviet power and the control room of the Tuapse seaport management 70 m high. At both ends of the embankment there are cafes and amusement parks with trampolines and carousels.

Address: Tuapse, st. Embankment (Yandex Maps | Google Maps)

Rock Kiseleva

This is the calling card of Tuapse - the amazing Kiselev Rock (named after the artist who immortalized it in his paintings) or the Rock of Tears (in honor of the legend of a young girl). A smooth sheer wall 46 meters high and 60 meters wide on the Black Sea coast. The natural attraction is located 4 km from Tuapse, between Cape Kadosh and the mouth of the Agoy River.

Address: Kadosh forest park (Yandex Maps | Google Maps)

Sycamore Alley

Plane Tree Alley is the record length (2 km) alley in Europe. It was founded back in 1913 in honor of the 300th anniversary of the Romanov dynasty; many trees from that distant era have survived to this day. Residents and guests of Tuapse come here to escape the summer heat or have fun in the evening. As dusk falls, musicians and artists gather in the alley, and parties are held in nearby bars and restaurants.

Address: Tuapse, st. Karl Marx (Yandex Maps | Google Maps)

Tuapse Defense Museum

During the Great Patriotic War, Tuapse was attacked by the Nazi invaders, but never fell under heavy pressure. The museum's exhibitions are dedicated to the defense of the city, including: a unique hypsometric map showing the progress of military operations, a diorama showing the view from the window of the Pushkin Library after another air raid, and the weapons of the city's defenders. A special asset of the museum are letters and awards from soldiers who participated in the defense of Tuapse.

Address: Tuapse, st. Karla Marksa, 4 (Yandex Maps | Google Maps)

Entertainment

Dolphinarium "Aquamir" (Photo: Nikolay Mukhorin | Photobank Lori)

Beach holidays and sanatorium-resort treatment are far from the only activities in Tuapse. In the city and its surroundings there is a water park, a dolphinarium, shopping centers, as well as a variety of natural attractions.

Dolphinarium "Aquamir"

The Dolphinarium is located near the Dolphin water park, 15 km from Tuapse. Marine shows are held here every day with the participation of bottlenose dolphins, fur seals and lionesses. Dolphins demonstrate the ability to sing, dance and perform acrobatic performances. After the show ends, each child is treated to ice cream and photographed with sea creatures.

Address: Nebug, Novorossiysk highway, 9B (Yandex Maps | Google Maps)

Water park "Dolphin"

The Dolphin water park is located in the village of Nebug, one of the first such open-air facilities. It consists of 17 areas, including extreme and family slopes, children's attractions, a Lazy River and a swimming pool. Traditional slides for the most daring are “Kamikaze Abyss” with a free-fall effect and “Black Hole” with a descent in the dark. There are 2 cafes on the territory of the water park where you can order soft drinks and snacks.

Address: Nebug, Novorossiysk highway, 1 (Yandex Maps | Google Maps)

Perun Waterfall

The Perun waterfall, 33 m high, is located on the Kazenny stream. It is considered the largest in Kuban, an interesting find for lovers of hiking. During your mini-trip through the relict Colchis forest, you can see dolmens. It is impossible to get to the waterfall by car.

Address: Krasnoye village, “Dachnaya” stop (10 km from Tuapse) (Yandex Maps | Google Maps)

Excursions

Going on an excursion while on vacation in Tuapse is a good opportunity to get to know this region, its history and attractions. Local guides conduct interesting excursions: you can go on a hike, admire nature, or to neighboring resorts - in Gelendzhik or Sochi.

Kadosh Forest Park and Kiseleva Rock

Kadosh Forest Park and Kiseleva Rock are popular natural attractions in Tuapse. A hike through the picturesque reserve to the unique rock will take the whole day, and at the end you can relax on the shores of the Black Sea.

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Turkey Mountains

Spending a day in the forest and climbing to the top of the mountain range is offered on this excursion. During the walk, a local experienced guide will tell you about the history of the region, plants, and attractions.

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Book excursions online

You can choose and book an individual or group excursion online. The cost of the excursion starts from 300 rubles per person.

Dolmens of Tuapse

The most mysterious attraction of Tuapse are the dolmens. Throughout the year, many tourists come here to see the ancient objects with their own eyes.

Location

The dolmens of the Tuapse resort are located in the village of Prigorodny, which is located near Mount Bogatyrka. Mysterious structures are installed on the mountainside, north of the village.

Story

According to data, the megaliths were erected during the Bronze Age, approximately 1300 - 2400 BC. The word “Dolmen” is translated from the Celtic language as “stone table”. There are several types of dolmens in nature; the Tuapse ones are tiled.

Their direct purpose is not known for certain; they could have performed a funeral function, or been a place for various rituals. Many believe that Tuapse dolmens are endowed with special energy. Ancient structures are capable of fulfilling any desire and giving a person strength.

What can you see

The route that connects dolmens is called “The Road to Happiness.” The paths are well-maintained, with trash cans and rest areas throughout.

The cup of life is a stone cavity of enormous size.

Dolmen of Prosperity - due to its size, it is the largest in the Kuban territory; the megalith is carved into the rock.

The rock of wishes is a large slab; in order for a wish to come true, you need to stand in the center and make a wish.

The stone of male power is an elongated vertical boulder. Men should touch it with both hands and ask for good health.

Menhir “Tunnel to the Future” - consists of several vertical menhirs. They are folded in such a way that a tunnel is formed between them. If you believe the legends, after going through it, you can cleanse yourself of negativity.

Dolmen Totem - unfortunately, it was destroyed, its remains are scattered throughout the clearing. You need to touch one of them and read a special spell. The text can be found on the information brochure.

Dolmen of Fidelity - at the site of the portal there is a small protrusion, you need to touch it with your lower abdomen. It has long been believed that it can cure diseases.

In addition to these places in the clearing there are also the Marriage Stone and the Wheel of Fortune. There is also a shop nearby where you can buy souvenirs and information brochures.

Complex "Psynako"

Stones with a huge and mysterious history.
Photo: Putevka.com This complex is also called the Russian Stonehenge. It consists of megaliths (these are figures made of stone blocks) and dolmens (funerary structures like a crypt).

Researchers have found that the complex is more than two thousand years old! And it still raises many questions among archaeologists.

According to the most common version, the Psynako complex was created for rituals. Some megaliths are indeed located rather strangely, which makes it all the more interesting to walk here even for a tourist who is far from archeology. It also offers stunning views of the sunrise (which is why some scientists believe that ancient people came to this complex to worship the sun).

You can get here with a tour, or to the village of Anastasievka (by bus or car) and further using the navigator.

Snake Gorge

If you don’t want to spend your entire vacation lying on a well-maintained beach, but, on the contrary, like an informal holiday, then go to Snake Gorge. Here, every year, starting in May, a spontaneous tent camp appears, where informals and creative individuals who love this type of recreation gather. There is also a nudist beach nearby, but this is for very big exotic lovers, so it is not recommended to go there with children.

It is recommended for all visitors to Tuapse to explore the Snake Gorge. It is located on picturesque green hills, and in itself is incredibly beautiful. The sea here is very clean, so it is pleasant to swim in it. There are also wild raccoons constantly running around here, which are very friendly towards people and enjoy with great pleasure the delicacies that tourists leave for them. It is located near the village of Dzhubga. Despite its name, there are absolutely no snakes in this gorge, so there is no need to be afraid of reptiles here.

Tuapse resort area: general description

This picturesque resort is located on the slope of the Greater Caucasus and stretches along the Black Sea coast. In the northeast, the region borders on the Absheronsky district, in the southeast on Greater Sochi, and in the southwest is the famous resort city of Gelendzhik.

If we talk about Tuapse, the description of the resort should begin with its unique ecology. Here you can simultaneously see picturesque mountain landscapes, clear rivers, powerful waterfalls and a huge number of natural monuments. By the way, 84 of the latter are officially registered, although in reality there are much more of them. This unusual combination of climatic conditions, sea air and abundance of forests has led to the creation here of many sanatoriums of various types, as well as boarding houses.

If we talk about the resorts of the Krasnodar Territory, Tuapse is the best of them due to its unique microclimate. There are many small villages located along the Black Sea coast, each of them has its own fans who spend their holidays here year after year.

How to have fun on vacation?

The main attractions of Tuapse and the surrounding area are unique natural reserves, they tell about history, because this is the “City of Military Glory,” and about many famous people who lived or stayed here at different times. In case you are tired of the beach and the sea, we will tell you where to go for an interesting pastime.

Museums

There are three museums in the city:

• Tuapse Museum of Local Lore named after Poletaev. It provides complete information about the history and development of the city.
• Kiselev House-Museum. A professor at the St. Petersburg Academy of Arts lived and worked here. The exhibition presents many personal belongings of the painter, documents and photographs, copies of paintings in which the artist mainly painted the Caucasus mountains and the Black Sea coast.
• Tuapse Defense Museum. In it you can find out how the city was defended during the Great Patriotic War. Under constant bombing, people lifted the wounded, food and shells into the mountains, and did not stop repairing naval equipment in the port for a minute. The city was not surrendered to the Nazis. Visitors are moved to tears by the exhibition with wartime letters.

Places for leisurely walks

After a hot day in the evening you have the opportunity to go:

• To the park of culture and recreation. In addition to attractions, there is a summer cinema; in the summer it often hosts pop concerts.
• On Primorsky Boulevard, which stretches along the port. It is especially beautiful here at night.
• On the shady Plane Tree Alley, there are many benches under the canopy of trees, fountains, and the Rossiya cinema, where you can wait out the midday heat while watching a movie.

Kiselev's Rock

This amazing natural place can rightfully be called the calling card of the city. A 46-meter stone cliff protrudes from the shore directly into the sea, it seems that it is smoothly polished.

The second name is the Rock of Tears, as there is a beautiful legend about the love of the girl Guash from a rich family and the poor horseman Dysheek. The girl's parents forbade her to meet her fiancé. Fleeing from the chase arranged by Guasha's father, Dysheyek fell from a cliff into the sea right in front of his beloved. For a long time she came to this place to mourn her beloved. And then, unable to live any longer without Dysheek, she threw herself into the depths of the sea. The Kiselev Rock was named later when the famous painter Kiselyov depicted it in his painting “The Rock of Tears”. This place is located 4 km from the city. You can get here with a boat tour. But it’s much more interesting to walk along the shore along the sea. This picturesque place was chosen by Leonid Gaidai to film one of the scenes of the comedy “The Diamond Arm”. It was here that Andrei Mironov walked along the surface of the sea.

Waterfalls

The unique and most beautiful attractions in Tuapse are its numerous waterfalls.

• The largest is the Perun waterfall (water falls from a height of 33 meters). Getting there is easy. You need to take the train to Dachnaya station. You will immediately see a suspension bridge, along which you need to cross the river to the opposite bank. And then move along the river upstream. There will be signs along the way; the path to the waterfall passes through a fairytale forest with the purest air. Along the route you come across ancient mysterious structures - dolmens.
• Waterfalls “Azure”, “Bear”, “Grey Beard” on the Dederkoy River. Take bus route No. 10 to the final stop “Stone Quarry”.
• “Colonel” waterfalls on the Kamenisty stream near the Polkovnichey farm. This is a whole cascade of several waterfalls of varying beauty, power and height. Take a bus to the Polkovnichy farm.
• Waterfalls on the Gryaznaya River (“Fan”, “Change” and others). You need to get to the village of Sadovoye, and from there it’s another 13-14 km to the waterfalls. Such a hike takes the entire daylight hours, but gives a lot of positive emotions and impressions.
• "Blue" waterfalls. They were named so due to the layers of blue clay that come to the surface and give the water a special hue. You will need to take a bus to the village of Indyuk, and from there it will take about 1.5 hours to walk to the waterfalls.

You can go on a tour to the waterfalls or go on your own. It’s easy to get to nearby stations and villages (from the train station by train or regular bus), so we advise you to give preference to an independent hike. It will turn out much more interesting - you can look at everything carefully, stop at any time, take a photo, shoot a video, take a break and relax in a beautiful shady forest.

Guam Gorge

In one of the most tourist places, pristine nature has been preserved.
Photo: Our Planet To admire the gorge, you will have to travel quite a distance from Tuapse - to the Absheronsky district. But believe me, it's worth it.

They say this place resembles Switzerland, but it seems more like space. You will touch pristine nature - the gorge looks the same as it looked hundreds and thousands of years ago. There are high (up to 40 meters) waterfalls, boxwood thickets, winding mountain rivers, and thermal springs.

The gorge formed between the Lagonaki and Guama ridges, Western Caucasus. During the Great Patriotic War, the gorge played an important role: fascist trains were exterminated here.

The place is very touristy, and there is an entrance fee. It will cost you 500 rubles. You can even stay overnight at a recreation center here. There are also tourist trailers running through the gorge!

You can get here either with a tour, or to the village of Guamka by car, or to Apsheronsk by bus and then by minibus.

The best beaches of Tuapse with photos and descriptions

The cozy beaches of the resort town await tourists from the beginning of June and will delight them with a wonderful and sunny holiday until the end of September. In the city itself, all the beaches are perfectly equipped for travelers of any age. There are interesting entertainments here for both the little ones and adults. In the central part of the resort there are several well-maintained pebble beaches. A little further from the city there are even wild beaches for lovers of such recreation.

Central beach of Tuapse

Behind the Marine Station is the longest Central Beach - an amazing and favorite place for all tourists who come to Tuapse. It is very convenient to relax here with small children, since the entrance to the sea is gentle, pebbly, with a small admixture of sand. In addition, the infrastructure here is very developed: cafes and canteens, attractions and water activities, playgrounds, boat trips - everyone will find exactly what they need for a good rest.

Seaside beach Tuapse

One of the most picturesque and beautiful Tuapse beaches is “Primorsky”. It offers a wonderful view of the green and beautiful natural cape.

Beach "Spring"

Another place that guests of the resort will surely like is a gorgeous beach called “Spring”. It will be appreciated by lovers of a calm and quiet family holiday. It is very easy and simple to get here due to convenient transport accessibility. The beach itself is very beautiful and well-maintained; absolutely all vacationers will definitely find entertainment here.

There are two more interesting wild Tuapse beaches: at Cape Kadosh, which is located on the outskirts of the resort, and a secluded beach near the Kiseleva rock.

Cape Kadosh Beach and Kiseleva Beach

The unique beach of Cape Kadosh is a little rocky, but still heterogeneous in some places. The wide pebble surfaces of the shore are considered the most comfortable for relaxation. In addition, there are also small areas with very large and uncut boulders at the very edge of the sea. Beautiful paths lead to Kadosh beach through a wonderful and picturesque forest park. At the height of the season, there may be more tourists on Kiseleva beach. These places are very popular and often visited by savage tourists. They are not always convenient to reach by car, as they are located a little outside the city limits. But here you can find excellent places to relax in tents.

Wild beaches and nudist beaches of Tuapse

There are also wild beaches in the Tuapse region near the following villages: Agoy, Dederkoy and Dzhubga. All of them are located near the central beaches of the listed villages. Civilization has not yet reached these protected corners. The coastline is rugged with rocks, and there are boulders on the beaches themselves, making it difficult to move along them. Getting here is also not easy. The road follows narrow paths and there are often steep slopes. There are no cafes or shops; this must be taken into account when choosing this place, especially if you have a child with you.

The nudist beach in Tuapse is located near the confluence of the Pauk River into the sea and Cape Kadosh. The beach is surrounded by cliffs and the coastline is dotted with cobblestones with small pebble islands.

Children's beach in Tuapse

One of the most charming and cozy beaches suitable for families with children is the World Children's Beach, which is located in the village of Novomikhailovskoye. It is considered one of the best, since the coastline is completely sandy, and the entrance to the sea is gentle and shallow, which is very convenient for families with children. Several children's camps are located on this beach, but the other half is given over to visiting tourists. Entrance to the beach through the camp itself is paid; the road to it goes through the entire children's center, along the mountains with beautiful picturesque landscapes. There are awnings for protection from the sun and a cafe with delicious food. But you can stay further away from the camp, because the beach is very long and large.

Gold Coast Beach

Another favorite place to relax is the sandy beach in the village of Lermontovo called “Golden Coast”. It is located very close to the center of Tuapse and is very easy to get to. This coastline consists of fine sand, although there are occasional pebbles. The beach is great for families with children, as it has a very convenient and gentle entrance to the sea.

Beach in the village of Olginka

Another beach in the village of Olginka is very suitable for a family holiday with kids, as it has the same shallow sea and easy access. This quiet place away from the noisy bustle of the city will be appreciated by lovers of a quiet and measured holiday.

Embankment

Classic tourist attraction.
Photo: Parks and embankments of Russia Another poppy, but beautiful and must-see place. You will probably visit the embankment during your holiday in Tuapse.

There are museums, monuments, a picturesque view of the control tower, and singing fountains - in general, everything a tourist’s heart desires. And also a view of the port, where ships from all over the world have been coming to for more than 100 years.

It won't be boring in Tuapse. In addition to the attractions, there are many restaurants, nightclubs, shopping centers and in general the city is quite developed. Therefore, feel free to book yourself a cozy house and fly to meet the beautiful.

In the next part we will discuss all the resorts in this area. Stay Tuned!

What to visit with children?

The city of Tuapse can be called the face of family holidays in Russia, so there are definitely many places to go with children. Not only the infrastructure, but also nature itself has ordered that holidays with children be as comfortable as possible - on most equipped beaches the depth of the sea increases gradually. There are small amusement parks nearby, as well as many attractions for the little ones.

Waterpark "Summer"

The name speaks for itself, since the water park is open only in the summer season. It is designed for visitors of all ages. Animation programs and small slides can be found in the special children's pool.

Address: embankment, 2, Olginka. Opening hours: from June to September from 10-00 to 14-00, from 15-00 to 19-00.

Price:

• Adult ticket – 700 rubles;
• Child – 500 rubles.

Dolphinarium "Aqua-Mir"

There is an open-air dolphinarium at a distance of 400 meters from Nebug beach. The performances, which last about an hour, are held in a circular pool. The Dolphinarium is equipped with paid parking.

Address: Novorossiysk highway, 9B, Nebug village, Krasnodar region. Opening hours: Monday closed. Other days from 13.00 to 20.00.

Cost: 400 rubles

"Three whales"

Despite the fact that the bowling club is located on the 1st floor, it is a fairly large entertainment complex: slot machines, table hockey tables, 8 bowling lanes, a dance floor, and a restaurant with a bar. Those interested can play billiards: Russian or American pool. The club also has a convenient parking lot.

Address: st. Gagarina, 10. Opening hours: daily from 12:00 to 05:00.

Price:

• Entrance evening ticket – 50 rubles;
• An hour of play on the track - 550 rubles.

Cinema "Monitor"

If all the places have already been explored and you have enough free time, then watching a movie would be an excellent option. The first new generation multiplex cinema center in Tuapse, Monitor, opened. A huge cinema hall for showing films in 3-D.

Address: Shopping center "Red Square", Sochinskaya st., 2. Opening hours: Daily from 10:00 to 03:00.

Cost: from 100 rubles

One swim in warm sea water and a bronze tan is not enough to have a complete and varied holiday. A trip to the south will be memorable for many years if you visit interesting entertainment places, main attractions with breathtaking views.

An experienced tourist always looks at all the maps and reads reviews about the place where he plans to stay before going on a trip. However, the descriptions are not enough to make a conclusion about the resort; you need to visit it yourself.

Prices

Tuapse is an affordable Black Sea resort relative to Sochi, Adler or Gelendzhik. Prices for holidays in Tuapse, even in summer, are not considered high, and if you come here during the high season, you can spend an even more modest amount.

Hotels

There are many accommodation options in Tuapse - hotels, guest houses, hostels and sanatoriums. The cost of living depends on the time of year, class of property and location.

For example, in July-August, a stay in a good hotel by the sea for 1 person for 1 week will cost 11-13 thousand rubles. In winter, living in similar conditions will cost 8-10 thousand rubles. Prices for accommodation in hostels and guest houses, regardless of the season, start from 400 rubles/day.

The best areas of the city with tourist infrastructure, transport accessibility and proximity to the sea are Central and Kalarasha. Popular hotels: Alte Vista, Rosa Del Viento, Leto, Rus.

Hotels at the lowest prices can be booked on Booking.com. There are 60 accommodation options ranging from budget hotels to modern resort hotels.

We recommend additionally checking room prices in Tuapse through the Avianity hotel search. The search will show great deals on hotels with discounts of up to 60%.

Rental of property

In the Black Sea resorts, renting private housing has always been very popular, since such accommodation is cheaper than in hotels. For example, renting a 1-room apartment for a week in the high season costs approximately 8-9 thousand rubles, and in the low season 6-7 thousand rubles.

On Sutochno.ru you can search and book any accommodation options in Tuapse and nearby villages. The service has a large database of apartments, private houses and cottages, online booking and 24-hour telephone support.

You can use Airbnb to rent accommodation. If you haven’t used this service yet, get a discount of up to 4,000 rubles after registering using the promotional link.

Food

The cost of food in Tuapse is low: lunch in a cafe or canteen for 1 person will cost 250-300 rubles, dinner in a restaurant with alcohol and dessert will cost 600-1000 rubles.

While on vacation in Tuapse, you should definitely try the local cuisine: fried red mullet, Black Sea mussels, pies filled with young cheese and herbs, and the fruit and nut dessert churchkhela.

The best restaurants in the city with delicious cuisine and affordable prices

• restaurant "Duplet"
• restaurant "Aristocrat"
• restaurant "Summer"
• restaurant "Odyssey"

For those who want to try local fruits and delicacies, we recommend visiting the Central Market.

Market address in Tuapse: st. Galina Petrova, 1 (Yandex Maps | Google Maps).

The main attractions of Tuapse

Kiselev's Rock

This natural monument of Tuapse became known throughout Russia thanks to three paintings by Russian artist Alexander Kiselev. “The Outskirts of Tuapse”, “Descent to the Sea”, “Kadosh Rocks” brought the artist, who lived at the turn of the 19th – 20th centuries, the fame of a marine painter, and the smooth-walled rock became the calling card of Tuapse. Located at Cape Kadosh, it is part of the protected forest park of the same name.

In Tuapse there is the Kisileva rock. This is a picturesque place where the film “The Diamond Arm” was filmed.

A fishing scene in the film “The Diamond Arm” was filmed at Kiselyov Rock, a popular hiking destination. Another name for this attraction – “Rock of Tears” – was assigned to this object, thanks to the Adyghe legend about unrequited love.

Rosmorport Tower

This is a kind of modern lighthouse, commissioned in 2010. The 6-sided gray tower is topped with a large blue ball, which houses a control base equipped with tracking and navigation systems for ships in the waters of Tuapse and the Black Sea.

The tower in the city center claims to be the most original architectural landmark. Due to its external similarity, it received the name “Chupa Chups” from local residents.

Megaliths of Psynako

Tuapse, whose attractions and entertainment date back not only to modern times, but also to old times, also has an ancient site worthy of attention. The megalithic complex near the suburban village of Anastasievka on the banks of the Psynako River is one of the mysteries of Southern Russia.

These buildings, made of stones and mostly already destroyed, are more than 5,000 years old. Their purpose is unclear, but the exact adherence of the lines of the structures to the direction of the sun's movement across the sky is striking. Some researchers believe that this is a religious building, like the Sun Temple, and its functions are somewhat related to Stonehenge.

Fountain "Stone Flower"

Tuapse, whose attractions and entertainment are sometimes surprising with their unusualness and uniqueness, can rightfully consider the fountain in the city center (Central Square), created in the image of the famous tale of the same name by the folklorist writer Bazhov, as its calling card.

There is a park around the fountain. In 2012, the park was reconstructed, lighting appeared, and the fountain became even more beautiful.

Perun Waterfall

This is a beautiful waterfall formed by the fall of the Kazeny stream from the rocks near the village of Krasnoe. The village is located not far from Tuapse (along the highway towards Maykop, then 30 minutes on foot across the bridge over the Tuapse River and through the forest). It is better to visit the waterfall in spring or autumn when there is a lot of rainfall.

In the off-season, an impressive stream of water falls from a 30-meter height, so naming the waterfall in honor of the supreme Slavic god is more than justified. But in the summer, when the stream practically dries up, looking at the trickle of water, you might think that Perun is some kind of small god.

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Resort Lermontovo

The village, named after the great poet, is one of the most favorite vacation spots of many tourists. The main feature of this resort is its “Golden Coast” beach, which stretches for 2 km along the coast. The sandy beach of coarse and fine-grained sand and the gently sloping seabed provide a safe and comfortable holiday.

Speaking about the resorts of Tuapse, it should be mentioned that the village of Lermontovo is mainly oriented towards visitors; the number of local residents here is minimal (if we take into account the entire area). That is why, by choosing this resort, you can be sure that you will be offered a quality holiday with plenty of entertainment.

Entertainment for children

Families with children should visit the Chernomor water park, where children can enjoy a variety of slides and swim in the pools. For very little ones, there are “paddling pools” so that no one will get bored. And tourists will have memories from this entertainment place. Nearby, in the small town of Dzhubga, there is a dolphinarium where shows with marine life are held every day: dolphins, fur seals and killer whales. Also, together with a trainer, you can swim with a dolphin and take photographs as a souvenir. This will be an unforgettable trip for a child, because these are smart and sociable animals.

Dolphinarium in Dzhubga

Resorts Nebug and Agoy

Nebugsky district includes two resort villages: Nebug and Agoy. The first of them is popular among lovers of fun and active recreation. The village of Nebug is located 16 km from Tuapse. It is here that the largest water park in Russia, Dolphin, is located, as well as the Aquamarine Dolphinarium.

Young people like to relax here with a cheerful company due to the large number of nightlife establishments.

The beaches of the village consist of small pebbles and fine-grained sand; the air and sea have the same healing properties as the rest of the Tuapse resorts.

A small road outside the village will lead you to Agoy - a quiet, peaceful place, ideal for a honeymoon. It is here, behind the Caucasus ridge, that the famous Agoy Pass is located.

Tips for staying in the city

Some tips for travelers:

1. It is better to go to many natural attractions in good weather, having booked an excursion in advance, because the mountains are unpredictable, even a little rain can wash out the road you came on. When going to the waterfalls, you should wear strong shoes with thick soles: the roads usually lead through boulders and gorges.
2. Tuapse has many inexpensive restaurants and cafes serving Armenian cuisine. It is best to visit such establishments in the city center or on the beach, where they are under careful control.
3. The city has developed transport activities: there are buses, minibuses, and trains. Before you decide to go anywhere, check your route and find out the cost of travel.
4. The beaches within the city are pebbly, so it is better to purchase special shoes for swimming.
5. It is best to come to Tuapse for a few days. To begin with, you can visit the city’s historical sites and museums, and plunge into the atmosphere of the war years. The next day you can go hiking through unique natural attractions and breathe in the fresh air of the forest. On the third day, you should take a trip by sea on excursion boats, sunbathe on the beach, or go to a dolphinarium or water park.

Tuapse resort

Tuapse is a resort city, which is the administrative center of the region. Despite this, it is least popular among vacationers, as it is an industrial city. Here is one of the largest ports on the coast, as well as oil production and other industrial enterprises.

For vacationers there is the Central City Beach and the beach towards Cape Kadosh.

Despite the industrial orientation, the climate in the city remains close to the Mediterranean. The swimming season begins in May and lasts until mid-October. For vacationers, there is a large amount of entertainment for every taste, and an active nightlife is also guaranteed.

Where to go with children

Resort areas do not bypass options for children's entertainment. After all, a significant part of vacationers come with families. Located in Olginka

The Leto water park and the Orbita complex, where children can have fun on various slides.

On the beach there are children's trampolines and slides, where everyone can spend an interesting time and have fun. And young extreme sports fans are offered the opportunity to ride a banana boat or a boat.

On the Olginka embankment there are various playgrounds where cheerful animators work. Children's trains travel along the roads, on which children even ride together with adults.

There are also cafes with special children's play areas on the territory of the village. It is possible to visit the 10D cinema in Olginka, which is located right on the central embankment. A trip to the Crocodile Farm will help young travelers plunge into the world of exoticism.

Children will most enjoy spending time at sea

Tuapse Resort: reviews

Most people who vacation here return to the small villages of the region again and again. This indicates a high level of recreation with a good beach and plenty of entertainment. Among the advantages of Tuapse resorts, people note the following:

• beautiful nature;
• clean sea and air;
• large selection of accommodation options;
• extensive excursion program;
• the ability to choose the type of holiday according to your own preferences.

But the resort has not only advantages, but also some disadvantages. Among them:

• insufficiently high level of service;
• inflated prices for vacations;
• limited amount of entertainment (not at all resorts).

Each resort always has its fans and tourists who are dissatisfied with their stay. That is why you should form your own opinion about the place.

If your holiday destination is the Tuapse resort, photos of each village and a detailed description will help you make the best choice.

Nature, climate, city features

Tuapse is the center of a huge resort area and is notable for its mild climate, which makes it possible to enjoy summer six months a year. Today, calling it a complete resort would not be entirely correct. It is an industrial city, a major transport hub, including a railway junction. These factors have a significant impact on tourism: many vacationers prefer to stay here for a short time and go to resort towns located in its nearby areas. According to tourists, the absolute advantage of the holiday is its relative cheapness, especially in comparison with the surrounding Tuapse. Reviews from vacationers speak of the beautiful natural monuments located here. And this is not in vain, because the Tuapse zone is considered the golden mean of Black Sea resorts. Regenerative recreation is very popular here, which is accompanied by treatment in multidisciplinary sanatoriums specializing in healing from various diseases. Many parents send their children to the famous Orlyonok camp located here.

Tours

Tuapse is a popular tourist destination. For a comfortable holiday there is everything: clean beaches, comfortable hotels and sanatoriums, rich nature, excursions in the surrounding area. Not the least role in the popularity of this direction was played by its affordability. For example, the cost of tours departing from Moscow for 1 person starts from 15 thousand rubles in winter and from 25 thousand rubles in summer.

Buying a ready-made tour is the best way to forget about organizing your holiday yourself, finding tickets at competitive prices, booking a good hotel and transfer from the airport. You can purchase tours to Tuapse online from any city in Russia.

Tuapse Defense Museum

Among the museum complexes of the resort, the Tuapse Defense Museum deserves special attention. He talks about the period when the city held its defense against the invasion of the Nazi invaders.

Story

The museum was opened on June 14, 1990, the founder was E. I. Pyatigorsky. He came a long way to obtain permission to open such a museum.

Exposition

For the convenience of visitors, the entire exhibition is divided into two halls. Each of them presents unique exhibits that introduce the guest to the difficult period of the war.

The first room - here are objects and documents that tell about the Tuapse defensive operation. The exhibition was opened in 2010, the total area is 47.5 square meters. m. Here is a hypsometric map of the Tuapse defensive operation, which reflects all the moves of the operation.

The second exhibit is a diorama, it depicts a view of the city from the window of the destroyed Pushkin Library.

The second hall - exhibits dedicated to the memory of the valiant warriors who defended the city on the defensive lines are displayed here. The exhibition features weapons, letters from soldiers, awards and other thematic items. The most valuable exhibit is the Mosin rifle.

Why you should vacation in Tuapse

The city is nestled in the foothills of the Main Caucasus Range. subtropical here.

climate, picturesque surroundings and good tourist infrastructure. Families with children, youth groups and lovers of active and sports entertainment love to relax in Tuapse.

The sights and entertainment of Tuapse will not let anyone get bored. The city itself has several interesting museums, a cozy restored park, and the longest plane tree alley

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On the beautifully landscaped embankment there are many children's playgrounds and seasonal cafes. Water entertainment centers are located in the neighboring villages of Dzhubga
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Nebug
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Vacationers prefer to settle during their vacation in areas remote from the center - Kadosh, Zvezdny, Primorye. They are closer to the beaches and inexpensive hotels, mini-hotels and guest houses are concentrated there. Natural attractions start from Cape Kadosh

, where the forest park area of ​​the same name is located.

Active recreation options:

• rafting is organized for tourists on mountain rivers;
• on the beach in Nebug there is a diving club with experienced instructors;
• in resort villages, vacationers are offered trips in jeeps and ATVs along mountain roads and to waterfalls;
• In the village of Dederkoy, exciting paintball battles await guests.

Those interested in the ancient history of the region are invited to see the mysterious dolmens. Children of any age will enjoy the water parks, dolphinarium and water entertainment complex.

Tuapse is the City of Military Glory. Parents can teach their children real history lessons here in the city's museums and at the monuments to fallen soldiers.

When to go on vacation

Tuapse is a predominantly beach resort, so people come here during the warm season, that is, from May to October. It is better to come to Tuapse in September-October, when the number of vacationers and hotel prices decline. At the same time, the sea and air remain warm: +20…+22°С and +20…+24°С, respectively.

High season

July-August is the peak of the tourist season, at this time the water in the Black Sea warms up to +24...+26°C, and the air outside to +28...+30°C. All types of recreation are available: swimming in the sea, diving, hiking, outdoor trips and trips to other cities. For example, boat trips to Sochi, Novorossiysk or Lazarevskoye are popular.

The summer period in Tuapse is not dry; half of the annual precipitation occurs in the warm season. The climate is influenced by the Caucasus Mountains, thanks to which there are no strong winds in the city.

Low season

The low season in Tuapse is in winter, when it is cold to swim in the sea. However, even at this time the resort does not suffer from a lack of tourists, since vacationers come here to improve their health in local health resorts. Tuapse sanatoriums have different specializations, for example, treatment of the respiratory tract or allergies. In winter, you can also explore the city and surrounding area or head to the Krasnaya Polyana ski resort, which is 180 km away.

Winter temperatures range from +2...+8°С, precipitation in the form of rain and sleet is possible. However, there are no frosts or winter as such in Tuapse.

Natural attractions of Tuapse

Dolmens in Tuapse

Not far from Tuapse, near the village of Prigorodny, there is a historical complex of dolmens. Dolmens are centuries-old stone structures for burying the dead. The dolmen consists of five slabs, four of which are walls, and the fifth is the roof. There is a round hole in the front slab; the deceased was carried into it for burial.

Canyon of the Beshenki River

You can go to the canyon of the Beshenka mountain river with an organized excursion group. The mountain river received this name because of the stormy downpours during the period. The usual route through the canyon takes 2.5 hours, the total time spent on the trip will take about 5 hours.

Where to live in Tuapse: hotels, sanatoriums, apartments for daily rent

There are no 4-5* hotels in Tuapse (yet), or those offering all-inclusive accommodation. Daily rental housing and accommodation in guest houses are mainly popular in Tuapse.

• The best hotels near the beach : Azimut Hotel “Prometheus”, “Victoria”

• Sanatoriums and boarding houses: Belaya Rus, Green Valley, medical and health complex AMAKS Orbita, Mayak, Tuapse holiday home, Laba sanatorium, Zeleny Gai sanatorium.