Sochi is a very popular Russian Black Sea resort. Every year a huge number of tourists vacation here. In addition, Sochi is an excellent place for a family holiday with children. There is everything you need for this: sandy beaches, entertainment, excursion programs and numerous attractions. If you are going on vacation to this heavenly place with children, then you will definitely need information about what to see in Sochi on your own, which is contained in this article.
- Interesting places for walking City Arboretum
- Garden-museum "Tree of Friendship"
- Sochi Zoo
- Water amusement park "Starfish"
- "Apery"
- Sochi Art Museum
Interesting places to walk
City Arboretum
Sochi has a huge number of parks where you can walk and enjoy nature. When vacationing here with children, you should definitely visit the city arboretum. A tour of this park will be very educational for both adults and young visitors. Here you can admire the beauty of amazing flowers, watch majestic swans and walk through bamboo thickets.
In addition to the amazing nature, the arboretum also has interesting sculptures and fountains. There are also sightseeing tours by funicular. You can relax in this park on comfortable benches and cozy gazebos located throughout its territory.
Garden-museum "Tree of Friendship"
If you are looking for where to go for a walk in Sochi with your child, then be sure to visit the Tree of Friendship Garden Museum. Subtropical and relict trees grow in this garden. The history of this place began with just one seedling, to which more than 600 branches of other plants were grafted. This lemon tree was called the “Tree of Friendship”. Later other plants were planted next to it.
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This garden is called a museum because of the large number of gifts from its visitors, which are exhibited here as exhibits. A walk along the “Tree of Friendship” will be very interesting and educational for a child.
Sochi Zoo
The Sochi Zoo, located on the territory of the Oktyabrsky sanatorium, is also worth a visit. Despite the small size of this zoological park, which is home to peacocks, porcupines, tigers and other animals, your child will definitely find it interesting. The most unique representative of this place is the ligress Marusya, which is a cross between a lioness and a tiger.
Apery
12 kilometers from Adler is the research base of the Institute of Primatology, which conducts research in the field of medicine and cosmetic physiology. Its nurseries contain primates who participate in scientific experiments necessary to create new drugs.
Excursion and educational services are one of the activities of the Adler Institute. Visitors to the nursery can not only get acquainted with the habits and habitat of the inhabitants of the enclosures. At the nursery you can take part in selected scientific experiments taking place in the laboratory. Tourists have access to three types of excursions at a price of 250-600 rubles. Regardless of the type of excursion, you do not have to pay for children under 7 years old.
Here you can buy themed souvenirs and take photographs and videos of monkeys. Photo and video shooting on the territory of the nursery is free.
Sochi amusement parks and entertainment centers
Park "Riviera"
But, of course, just walking through picturesque parks will quickly get boring for little travelers. Therefore, in order to diversify their leisure time, there are numerous entertainment centers.
A great place to go in Sochi with children in the summer is Riviera Park. There are a huge number of attractions for children of different ages. Boys will definitely enjoy the exhibitions of robotic dinosaurs and collections of retro cars, and girls will be interested in seeing the Garden of Living Butterflies. Also, the park often hosts all kinds of events and concerts.
Animal lovers should visit the local aquarium and dolphinarium, where you can not only look at these unique animals, but also see a performance with their participation.
We have already published a detailed and interesting photo review of the Riviera Park earlier and recommend reading it.
Entertaining
The Moremall shopping center is also worth a visit. This is where the city's first indoor amusement park is located. It is made in a pirate theme, which will appeal to little adventurers.
There are more than 140 attractions, games and video simulators in this park.
Moreover, the organizers of this place took care of children of different ages: for preschoolers there is a special playground and a labyrinth, and for kids, a nursery and rocking chairs.
Legendary Sochi Park
If you are still thinking about where to relax in the summer in Sochi with a child, then we advise you to go to Sochi Park. There are 20 modern attractions for adults and children of different age groups. Teenagers will certainly appreciate the tallest and fastest roller coaster in the country, which is called Quantum Leap, and for younger children there are family attractions. There is also a dolphinarium and playgrounds in the park.
For lovers of sports and active recreation
School-age children who love sports and an active lifestyle should definitely visit the Skytown Sochi rope park in Sochi, located on the territory of the Riviera Park. Recreation here takes place under the guidance of experienced instructors.
And with small children you can go to the children's entertainment center, which has trampolines. Children's town, area for kids and much more for interesting leisure.
Organization of holidays
Transforming robots in Sochi
You can order animators, soap bubble shows, face painting and much more, including paying for the service of organizing a turnkey children's birthday party in several companies in Sochi:
- Transformers! Bumblebee and Optimus Prime + Iron Man and Superman.
- Diva Kids - more than 80 animators, soap bubble shows and full organization of a holiday for children of any age, including newborns. For teenagers – Diva Party.
- "MultiKids" - LOL dolls, unicorns, Ninja Turtles and many other characters. turnkey holiday.
- SHOWSOCHI – exclusive holidays, a very large selection of characters, including a dinosaur!
- “House of Savignon” – life-size puppets, soap bubbles, a trained dog.
- Hero Park is a trampoline center with animators and magicians.
- Quest show Fort Boyard is an exciting show with professional animators and bright decorations.
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Water parks and aquariums in Sochi
Water amusement park "Starfish"
Another great option for visiting Sochi with a child in the summer are water parks, of which there are several in this resort city. Those who vacation here in Lazarevskoye can be advised to visit the Starfish water amusement park. It is located outdoors, but in bad weather you can spend time in the indoor pools with sea water. All conditions have also been created for young visitors: there are special shallow pools and children's slides. Moreover, children under 5 years old can relax here for free.
Water park "Amphibius"
A good place for a family holiday is the Amphibius water park, located in the Adlerovsky district of Sochi on the territory of the Vesna hotel. Here you will find more than 16 water attractions of varying degrees of extremeness. It will be interesting for both excellent swimmers and those who can’t swim at all. For children, there is a shallow pool equipped with a playground and small slides made in the shape of animals.
Oceanarium "Secrets of the Ocean"
There is no need to rack your brains over what to visit in Sochi on your own, just go to the Secrets of the Ocean aquarium, located in the Riviera Park. This place is adored by many tourists, and it is even believed that this aquarium can compete with the most famous aquariums in the world.
Children under 4 years old can watch the life of sea creatures completely free of charge.
Oceanarium "Sochi Discovery World Aquarium"
There is another interesting oceanarium in Sochi, located on the territory of the Resort Town. It's called "Sochi Discovery World Aquarium". Here you can not only see seahorses, sharks and other representatives of marine fauna, but also enjoy watching the amazing show “The Underwater World of Mermaids. Children under 4 years old are admitted to the aquarium for free.
Sea Zoo on Matsesta
It’s not surprising, but despite the hot climate, you can even find penguins in this resort city. They live in the marine zoo on Matsesta.
This is where you can watch the feeding show of hippos, crocodiles, penguins and seals.
Children under 6 years old are allowed into the territory of the sea zoo for free.
Terrarium "Jungle World"
This is another place near the resort town of Sochi that attracts children and adults. In the Jungle World terrarium you can not only get acquainted with the life of reptiles and amphibians collected from different parts of the world. On the territory of the complex there is a petting zoo with the opportunity to feed and pet cute rabbits, goats and birds. Bright parrots and agile monkeys live in the enclosures of the terrarium. However, the main things worth seeing are crocodiles, anacondas, boa constrictors and chameleons. In the afternoon, feeding of snakes and lizards begins. But keep in mind that the snakes are fed live birds. Such a sight can shock kids. Photography is allowed in the terrarium. But you can’t turn on the flash - it can disturb the local wildlife.
Excursions to Sochi that you can visit with children
"Apery"
If you don’t know where to go in Sochi with children, then interesting excursion routes will definitely come to your aid. A fascinating pastime is a trip to the Monkey Nursery. More than 2.5 thousand representatives of different species of primates live on its territory. These animals are very friendly and love guests, especially children.
It will be interesting to consider the “spaceship” located here, which is a space capsule. It was here that monkeys were first launched into space. the famous chimpanzees Tishka and Dashka , who were real space travelers, live in this nursery to this day
Horse riding excursions
If your child is already three years old, then you can go on a horseback ride through local natural attractions located in the vicinity of the city. Many local equestrian clubs offer such excursions on horseback. During such trips, tourists are accompanied by experienced riding instructors. For the safety of children, they are given protective helmets, and small children are placed in the saddle with their parents or instructors.
Tea houses
Another option for what to see in Sochi in the summer is excursions to tea houses. They are located in the mountains, where they grow unusual and rich northern tea. During the tour, you can learn about all the stages of production of this drink and, of course, enjoy its taste. You can also visit a small museum of handicrafts here.
By the way, you can book an excursion to the Tea Houses in advance. The price includes guide services, car and transportation costs, tea and folklore program. The tour lasts 5 hours and the transfer will pick you up from any convenient location.
33 waterfalls
With teenage children, you can go on an excursion to 33 waterfalls. As part of this tourist route, you can not only look at this miracle of nature, but also learn a lot of new and interesting information about the history of the Black Sea coast. Also, participants of this tour can try natural Caucasian honey by visiting an apiary and tasting cheese and wine (for adults only) in a local village.
In addition to the usual excursion holidays, families with children do not mind basking in the warm sea on Sochi and nearby beaches. Therefore, we advise you to read our review of Adler beaches and choose the one that is right for you.
Interesting quests for children
For a change, you should choose a gloomy day, not suitable for walking or swimming, and go to the realm of virtual reality.
"Mental exercise"
The quest lasts an hour, played in a team. The plot is based on finding a solution to restore life after a disaster.
The ticket price depends on the program and the number of participants.
Quest Cafe
Guests will find riddles, traps and celebration after brilliantly completed tasks. And also free tea and pleasant company.
Price: from 1400 rub.
"Other games"
An exciting plot and amazing adventures await those who dare to travel through times and worlds. The duration of the games is from 1 hour.
Participation price: from 2500 rub.
"QuestMagic"
You can choose from themes of witchcraft, travel, and searching for enchanted artifacts. The most popular story is Harry Potter.
Participation price: from 3000 rub.
Museums of Sochi for a trip with children
Sochi Art Museum
In order for your vacation to be not only entertaining, but also educational, it is worth visiting Sochi museums, which will be interesting not only for adults, but also for young travelers.
The Art Museum of the city deserves your attention, where children will find the exhibition “Wonders of Multimedia” very interesting.
The hall of this exhibition consists of several interactive screens. Some of them give you the opportunity to feel like you are inside a huge painting, while others allow you to create your own works of art.
Art glass studio
A very interesting place that is definitely worth visiting in Sochi with a child is the Art Glass Studio. The glass production process is very interesting, and this is where you can see it from start to finish. Both city residents and tourists come to watch the glassblowing show. In addition, the studio also has a store of finished products that you can buy as souvenirs.
Electrical Museum of Nikola Tesla
Children over 6 years old can go to the Nikola Tesla Electric Museum. Each museum guest will be able to touch the mysterious world of electrical phenomena by watching documentaries and studying the exhibits presented here. Amazing shows are also held here, which allow you to see many interesting properties of electric current.
Museum for boys or museum of vintage cars
Boys will also be interested in visiting the museum of retro cars, located in the village of Dagomys near the resort town. There is a large collection of antique European and American cars on display here. The oldest object in the museum is considered to be a Ford T, produced in 1915. Moreover, all the cars located here are running and you can even ride them.
Arboretum
Take a ride on the cable car, admire the surroundings of the entire Sochi from its top point, and then, slowly descending the mountain slope, see how diverse the flora of the subtropics is. All this can be done at the local arboretum.
The territory of the arboretum occupies about 50 hectares, so even with a strong desire to get around it, it is unlikely to be possible in 1 day. But even if you set aside 2–3 hours, you can easily see the most interesting places in this park with your children. More details ->>>
What to visit with children in Sochi in winter?
Sochi is that rare Russian resort city that is worth visiting not only in summer, but also in winter. If you went on vacation during the cold season and are thinking about what you can see in Sochi in winter and where you can relax, then don’t worry - there are plenty of options. You can have a good rest with your whole family at the ski resorts of Krasnaya Polyana. There are trails here for both experienced skiers and children.
Before the New Year and Christmas, every day on the streets of Sochi there are some festive events, a visit to which will fill your family vacation with a lot of pleasant emotions. Interesting performances for children are also organized in Riviera Park and the Sochi Circus. Even in winter, you can also check out Sochi Park, whose attractions operate even in the cold season. Also at this time there is an ice skating rink, and theater and puppet shows are held.
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The Gorky Gorod Mall shopping center, where the Mountain Beach water park is located, is also worth a visit. On its territory there is a real sandy beach that will help you feel the summer atmosphere, despite the fact that through the transparent glass dome of the roof you will see snow-capped mountain peaks. This shopping and entertainment center also has other entertainment for younger guests, such as a family alley, bowling alley and cinema.
To the list of “Must-sees in Sochi in winter,” it is worth adding the city’s attractions already described in this article, for example, the Sochi Discovery World Aquarium and local museums that are open here all year round. If you want to devote your vacation with your child to winter entertainment, then you should visit the Iceberg Ice Palace and the Sanki Sliding Center.
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Holidays in Sochi are full of vivid impressions and emotions at any time of the year. This place is also great for children. Here they can relax on the gorgeous beaches of the Black Sea coast and visit a lot of interesting places. You need to choose what exactly is worth visiting at this resort based on the age and needs of your child.
In any case, there is entertainment for children in Sochi to suit every taste. For example, small children will feel comfortable in the play towns located in most shopping and entertainment centers of the city, and for older adults you can organize a trip to Sochi water parks and amusement parks. Have a pleasant and eventful family holiday!
Climate
The city is the northernmost subtropics of the planet and has a wonderful climate. The sea gives warmth, and the Caucasus Range protects from cold winds. Summers here are humid and hot, and winters are mild, so almost all hotels and, especially, health resorts in the resort welcome tourists all year round. The winter sea is beautiful, and everything around continues to be surrounded by greenery, despite the drop in temperature - in the lowlands it drops to +14 degrees. Sochi residents joke that they know only three seasons: early spring, late autumn and long summer.
The beach season begins at the end of May, but the water is not yet warm enough to comfortably enjoy swimming. Travelers with children come here at the end of June - in July. The sea is already warm, about +25. Many people take vacation in September; the velvet season often lasts until mid-October.
Since the resort is very large, the weather in different areas is slightly different. For example, the center can boast the largest number of sunny days, Khost is the warmest, and Adler is cool (if this word is at all appropriate in relation to the south).
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Winter holidays at the Imereti resort
Are you thinking about which area of Sochi to choose for a winter holiday? Consider the option of the Imeretinsky resort - the most modern resort part of Greater Sochi these days. In winter it is especially attractive - it is not too crowded, inexpensive (hotel complexes offer discounts on accommodation), fun and interesting.
The history of this resort destination began simultaneously with preparations for the 2014 Olympics - it was then that hotels, embankments, beach clubs, entertainment venues, restaurants and cafes appeared in the vastness of Imereti Bay. And also, of course, the main point of attraction for tourists is the legendary Olympic Park.
Olympic Park in winter: what to see
The Olympic Park is a wonderful place for walks in winter Sochi. The weather is conducive to outdoor recreation; on average, the thermometer readings in winter in Sochi do not fall below +8…12 °C. Blooming flower beds, evergreen palms, cloudless skies and sea breezes are great company for exploring the Olympic Park.
In winter, not only palaces and stadiums are available for viewing, but also entertainment on the Formula 1 , museum complexes , cycling and of course the famous fountain show . You can warm up and refresh yourself in one of the restaurants, and admire the yachts in the nearby Imereti port.
Also in winter, an extensive cultural program is offered - concerts, ice shows, performances by stars. You can find out the entertainment program, operating hours of tourist attractions, and also purchase tickets for the concert on the official website of the Olympic Park.
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Olympic Park Photo: © Julia Alisova
