Sochi Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in Krasnodar Krai, Russia
About Sochi
Sochi is often called the unofficial 'Summer Capital' of Russia, or the Black Sea Pearl. This is the country's biggest and busiest summer sea resort, attracting more than 4 million visitors annually with its amazing mountainous coastline, endless shingle beaches, warm sunny days, and bustling nightlife. From May to September Sochi's population at least doubles with tourists, including celebrities and political elite of the country. Likely due to Russian visa costs and requirements, only 3 percent of this visitors' crowd are international travellers. Perhaps the most famous non-politician foreign visitor to Sochi was Bono, who was invited to spend some time at President Medvedev's residence in 2010. But in general the city remains a very domestic destination, somewhat lacking in appropriate
Top Attractions in Sochi
Explore the best things to see and do in Sochi:
- ★33 waterfalls
- ★Adler Dolphinarium
- ★Akhtyrshskaya Cave
- ★Anchor and Cannon
- ★Aquarium and Marine Zoo
- ★Boat tours
- ★Churchill, Roosevelt and Stalin
- ★Dagomys Tea-Party Houses
Where to Eat in Sochi
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Art-Pizza
- 🍴Frau Marta
- 🍴La Terrazza
- 🍴Mama Roza
- 🍴McDonald's
- 🍴Platforma
Where to Stay in Sochi
- 🏨AKS Hotel
- 🏨Hotel Chebotarev
- 🏨Hotel Olesya
- 🏨Marins Park Hotel
- 🏨Radisson Lazurnaya
- 🏨Radisson Resort & Spa
Sochi Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 15 sections including: