Title: Visit Southern Russia: Best of Southern Russia Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com

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# Southern Russia

## Travel Guide

![Rosa Khutor, located in Russia's Western Caucasus. This was my favorite viewpoint from that day trip into the mountains. I was based in Adler, a district of Sochi, which has great mountain views of it's own (despite not actually being in the mountains itself). What made Adler so great was it's mild winter climate and seaside location but also having those mountain views and being under 1 hour away from into the mountains itself. During winter time less than 1 hour is the difference between two totally different worlds. And more about the location of this photo: Rosa Khutor is located in Krasnaya Polyana, in the Adler region of the city of Sochi. Don't let that fool you, though: Sochi city is, geographically, really huge. There's many different parts of it, including the rural mountains. Additionally, this area is part of Krasnodar Krai, one of Russia's federal subjects. And Rosa Khutor, as an alpine ski resort, is quite new. Constructed from 2003 to 2011, it hosted the alpine skiing events for the 2014 Winter Olympics and Paralympics. I'll definitely be returning here someday and seeing how it looks in different seasons! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976002719/908d4927-e167-46a4-893a-9ade0007c2b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Rosa Khutor, located in Russia's Western Caucasus. This was my favorite viewpoint from that day trip into the mountains. I was based in Adler, a district of Sochi, which has great mountain views of it's own (despite not actually being in the mountains itself). What made Adler so great was it's mild winter climate and seaside location but also having those mountain views and being under 1 hour away from into the mountains itself. During winter time less than 1 hour is the difference between two totally different worlds. And more about the location of this photo: Rosa Khutor is located in Krasnaya Polyana, in the Adler region of the city of Sochi. Don't let that fool you, though: Sochi city is, geographically, really huge. There's many different parts of it, including the rural mountains. Additionally, this area is part of Krasnodar Krai, one of Russia's federal subjects. And Rosa Khutor, as an alpine ski resort, is quite new. Constructed from 2003 to 2011, it hosted the alpine skiing events for the 2014 Winter Olympics and Paralympics. I'll definitely be returning here someday and seeing how it looks in different seasons! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976002719/908d4927-e167-46a4-893a-9ade0007c2b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Sunrise view, Novorossiysk.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9014/b8b2da14-7d28-4fba-9f17-5da8a9b140d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Stunning, nice area for hiking.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6303270/664be177-8c2e-45ba-8fec-d7c5f9d7471e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Do NOT skip going to Dombay in the Caucasus Mountains. The views and wildflowers will take your breath away
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## Visit Southern Russia

Where to stay

Things to do

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### Where to stay in Southern Russia

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### Sochi City Centre

4/5(24 area reviews)

 Sochi City Centre is noteworthy for its seaside views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Port of Sochi and Mayak Beach. 

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### Tsentralnyy

5/5(1 area review)

 If you're spending some time in Tsentralnyy, MoreMall and Riviera Park are top sights worth seeing. 

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### Tonkiy Mys

 While there might not be top attractions in Tonkiy Mys, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Aquapark Begemot and Safari Park. 

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### Matsesta

 While visiting Matsesta, you might make a stop by sights like Stalin's Villa and Novoy Matseste Aquarium. 

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### Ashe

 While Ashe might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Dolmens and Morskaya Zvezda Aqua Park. 

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### Soloniki

 When in Soloniki, you can plan a visit to Dolmen of Volkonka and Center for National Cultures, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. 

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### Popular places to visit

![Yachts and boats anchored in the port of Sochi. Russia.; Shutterstock ID 673133758; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6293802/8ff91885-8d4d-40f1-af1a-7cf952c4c3cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Port of Sochi

Explore the waterfront in Sochi with a trip to Port of Sochi. Wander the seaside and beaches in the area. 

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![Набережная Адлера с видом на стадион Фишт](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/764216961301467136/f0544299-e9c6-41d3-9007-bdb5022c136b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Sochi Olympic Park

Explore the great outdoors at Sochi Olympic Park, a lovely green space in Sirius. Stroll along the beaches or visit the spas while you're in the area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Sochi-Olympic-Park-Sirius.d6325582.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Don State Technical University

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Don State Technical University, during your travels in Rostov-on-Don. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Don-State-Technical-University-Rostov-on-Don.d6310508.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Riviera Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Riviera Beach during your travels in Tsentralnyy? 

[](https://expedia.com/Riviera-Beach-Tsentralnyy.d553248634390355972.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Sokhumi Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Sokhumi Beach during your travels in Sokhumi? Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views. 

[](https://expedia.com/Sokhumi-Beach-Sokhumi.d6108504.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Mandarin Mall

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Mandarin Mall during your visit to Adlersky. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its spas. 

[](https://expedia.com/Mandarin-Mall-Kurortny-Gorodok.d6293645.Vacation-Attraction)

- Places of interest

- [Rosa Khutor Ski Resort ](https://expedia.com/Rosa-Khutor-Ski-Resort-Krasnodar-Krai.d6295390.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Port of Sochi ](https://expedia.com/Port-Of-Sochi-Sochi-City-Centre.d6293802.Vacation-Attraction)
- [6-seater chairlift ](https://expedia.com/6-Seater-Chairlift-Karachay-Cherkess-Republic.d553248621563225316.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Mount Elbrus ](https://expedia.com/Mount-Elbrus-Kabardino-Balkar-Republic.d6118990.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Riviera Beach ](https://expedia.com/Riviera-Beach-Tsentralnyy.d553248634390355972.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Don State Technical University ](https://expedia.com/Don-State-Technical-University-Rostov-on-Don.d6310508.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Adler Beach ](https://expedia.com/Adler-Beach-Adler-City-Centre.d6118740.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Mandarin Mall ](https://expedia.com/Mandarin-Mall-Kurortny-Gorodok.d6293645.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Sochi Olympic Park ](https://expedia.com/Sochi-Olympic-Park-Sirius.d6325582.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Sochi Park ](https://expedia.com/Sochi-Park-Sirius.d6310332.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Sochi Arboretum ](https://expedia.com/Sochi-Arboretum-Sochi.d6118732.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Safari Park ](https://expedia.com/Safari-Park-Gelendzhik.d6305754.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Akhun Mountain ](https://expedia.com/Akhun-Mountain-Krasnodar-Krai.d6294076.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Dagomys Beach ](https://expedia.com/Dagomys-Beach-Krasnodar-Krai.d6118754.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Shukhov's Hyperboloid Tower ](https://expedia.com/Shukhovs-Hyperboloid-Tower-Zapadnyy-okrug.d6305879.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Rostov-on-Don Central Market ](https://expedia.com/Rostov-On-Don-Central-Market-Leninskiy-rayon.d553248635972870324.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Levberdon City Beach ](https://expedia.com/Levberdon-City-Beach-Rostov-on-Don.d6317322.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Stalin's Villa ](https://expedia.com/Stalins-Villa-Matsesta.d6310304.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Gorky Park ](https://expedia.com/Gorky-Park-Leninskiy-rayon.d6316693.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Vitya Cherevichkin Monument ](https://expedia.com/Vitya-Cherevichkin-Monument-Rostov-on-Don.d6310504.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Concert Hall of the Kuban Cossack Choir ](https://expedia.com/Concert-Hall-Of-The-Kuban-Cossack-Choir-Zapadnyy-okrug.d6305763.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Akhmad Kadyrov Mosque ](https://expedia.com/Akhmad-Kadyrov-Mosque-Grozny.d6310770.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Gorki Gorod ](https://expedia.com/Gorki-Gorod-Krasnodar-Krai.d553248633981727524.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Surb Khach Church ](https://expedia.com/Surb-Khach-Church-Rostov-on-Don.d6316741.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Iceberg Skating Palace ](https://expedia.com/Iceberg-Skating-Palace-Sirius.d6285489.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Safari Park ](https://expedia.com/Safari-Park-Krasnodar.d6305889.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Bolshoy Ice Dome ](https://expedia.com/Bolshoy-Ice-Dome-Sirius.d6285462.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Ice Palace ](https://expedia.com/Ice-Palace-Krasnodar.d6305887.Vacation-Attraction)
- [V.V. Barsova Dacha Museum ](https://expedia.com/VV-Barsova-Dacha-Museum-Sochi-City-Centre.d6293784.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Splash Fountain ](https://expedia.com/Splash-Fountain-Krasnodar.d6306704.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Fisht Olympic Stadium ](https://expedia.com/Fisht-Olympic-Stadium-Sirius.d6285457.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Kuban Stadium ](https://expedia.com/Kuban-Stadium-Krasnodar.d6295522.Vacation-Attraction)

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