Where to go sledding in Kyiv?

Among the many winter pastimes, sledding on sleds, snow tubes and plastic sliders remains a favorite for Kyiv residents. A lot of fun from winter activities puts people not only in a good mood, but also children and adults. So for those who want to spend a winter day having fun, we offer a selection of places where you can go sledding in Kyiv and near the city.

 

Winter hills in Kyiv 2021-2022: Top 8 places for sliding

 

1. Fomin Botanical Garden

Hills of varying height and steepness open every year for visitors to Fomin Botanical Garden, which is located not far from Universytet metro station, at 1 Symona Petliury Street. The winter course includes about 10 hills, one of which is sure to suit children or their parents. Combine a walk through the enchanting winter garden with active entertainment, and make your day off full of joy and pleasant impressions!

Photo from the website urgor.com.ua

 

2. VDNKh

Every year, a winter town opens at VDNKh, where a variety of entertainment options for family leisure are set up. Guests can expect Santa's festive residence, the fairy-tale characters park “Fluflandia”, the “New Year Museum”, an amusement factory and one of the largest ice rinks in Europe, covering 2500 sq. m. But the most thrilling attraction will be the steep hills for high-speed tubing descents. The height of the hill for adults will reach 60 m, and for children — 30 m.

Photo from the website vdng.ua

 

3. Dream Park

In the Vyshhorod district, in the village of Khotianivka, there is one of the Dream Park chain complexes — a popular place for winter entertainment, where people come for emotions, fun and adrenaline. Six tubing runs, available season passes and tasty snacks — all the conditions for a good rest!

Photo from the website dreampark.top

 

4. “Active Country” in Peremohy Park

In Peremohy Park, in “Active Country”, visitors are welcomed by a steep tubing descent. The uniqueness of the hill is its year-round availability! So choose a convenient time, buy a discounted pass on Pokupon, and spend unforgettable time with your loved ones!

Photo from the website uactive.com.ua

 

5. “Winter Town” near Palace Ukraine

Almost in the very center of Kyiv, near Palace Ukraine, there is a “Winter Town” with plenty of entertainment. Guests can expect fairy-tale characters, children can visit St. Nicholas’s residence, and the most active can spend time at the ice rink or on the sliding hill.

Photo from the website palace-ukraine.com

 

6. Obolonska Embankment

One of the favorite and free places for sledding or snow tubing is Obolonska Embankment. In winter, the concrete slopes along the embankment turn into an ideal place. Obolonska Embankment is an ideal ice rink where you can go sledding fun and free of charge!

Photo from the website lifekiev.com

 

7. Dubky Park

Near Syrets metro station is Dubky Park — a favorite place for Kyiv residents for walks and active entertainment. In summer, many cyclists gather here, and in winter, lovers of high-speed rides down snowy hills. Spacious descents, steep ones from the hill and gentle ones at the foot — provide an ideal ride without the risk of ending up on the road.

Photo from the website blog.pokupon.ua

 

8. Protasiv Yar

For decades, Protasiv Yar has been the constant place for snowboarding and skiing descents — the capital's Mecca of winter hills. Here visitors will find four runs for amateurs and pros, with elevation differences of up to 80 m. Lifts for convenient ascent, equipment for adults and children to descend, as well as the help of professional instructors. If you want to prepare for a trip to the mountains, take lessons here. Nearby there is a snowpark for those who enjoy tricks on jumps, rails and steep slopes.

Photo from the website gora.com.ua

If you know of any other nice places where you can go sledding in Kyiv, share your impressions in the comments. We would be grateful for your feedback!