Title: Western Ukraine Travel Guide: Best of Western Ukraine, Ukraine Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Western Ukraine](https://expedia.co.uk/Western-Ukraine-Hotels.d6057817.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Western Ukraine](https://expedia.co.uk/Western-Ukraine-Holiday-Rentals.d6057817.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Western Ukraine](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Western-Ukraine.d6057817.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Western Ukraine Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Western-Ukraine.d6057817.Car-Hire-Guide)[Western Ukraine Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Western-Ukraine.d6057817.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Western Ukraine Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![One of the most recognizable buildings in Ukraine, Lviv Opera house is also among most beautiful European theatres. Named after world famous opera singer Solomiya Krushelnytska, who was born and raised in Lviv, the Opera House comprises various European architectural styles fashioned in all their lavishness. Constructed at the beginning of the 20th century, designed by architect Zygmunt Gorgolewski, the Grand Theatre in Lviv has been compared to the Paris and Vienna opera houses. Many European theaters can boast an extraordinary construction history, but Lviv’s opera house is unique in that it is built on top of a river. The architect proposed the radical and intriguing idea of burying the small river beneath the opera. His plans also included the use of a concrete foundation, a first for Europe. With optimistic trepidation, the city planners agreed and the Opera House was completed in 1900.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2175/f73993ac-dcdc-4c3b-9d53-a339d362f11d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![One of the most recognizable buildings in Ukraine, Lviv Opera house is also among most beautiful European theatres. Named after world famous opera singer Solomiya Krushelnytska, who was born and raised in Lviv, the Opera House comprises various European architectural styles fashioned in all their lavishness. Constructed at the beginning of the 20th century, designed by architect Zygmunt Gorgolewski, the Grand Theatre in Lviv has been compared to the Paris and Vienna opera houses. Many European theaters can boast an extraordinary construction history, but Lviv’s opera house is unique in that it is built on top of a river. The architect proposed the radical and intriguing idea of burying the small river beneath the opera. His plans also included the use of a concrete foundation, a first for Europe. With optimistic trepidation, the city planners agreed and the Opera House was completed in 1900.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2175/f73993ac-dcdc-4c3b-9d53-a339d362f11d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![An Angel rises over Lychakiv Cemetery and the ancient town of Lviv in the West of Ukraine.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2175/493ff3c2-3c3f-46d6-bef4-855428466142.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lviv has an abundance of churches, and this is one of the many located within the historic downtown of the city. This Jesuit church is beautifully grand and old and shabby all at the same time.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2175/b4920fc4-d595-44cc-ade0-8a7ff3b287ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Our bike trip from Dubyna to Schidnyzja. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974599716/1caf311b-d5c0-40b9-907e-72ad644fab6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Western Ukraine Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Western Ukraine ![One of the most recognizable buildings in Ukraine, Lviv Opera house is also among most beautiful European theatres. Named after world famous opera singer Solomiya Krushelnytska, who was born and raised in Lviv, the Opera House comprises various European architectural styles fashioned in all their lavishness. Constructed at the beginning of the 20th century, designed by architect Zygmunt Gorgolewski, the Grand Theatre in Lviv has been compared to the Paris and Vienna opera houses. Many European theaters can boast an extraordinary construction history, but Lviv’s opera house is unique in that it is built on top of a river. The architect proposed the radical and intriguing idea of burying the small river beneath the opera. His plans also included the use of a concrete foundation, a first for Europe. With optimistic trepidation, the city planners agreed and the Opera House was completed in 1900.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2175/f73993ac-dcdc-4c3b-9d53-a339d362f11d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lviv City Center 4.5/5(59 area reviews) Lviv City Center is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lviv Theatre of Opera and Ballet and Lviv City Hall. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lviv-Lviv-City-Center.dx553248633981729255) ![One of the most recognizable buildings in Ukraine, Lviv Opera house is also among most beautiful European theatres. Named after world famous opera singer Solomiya Krushelnytska, who was born and raised in Lviv, the Opera House comprises various European architectural styles fashioned in all their lavishness. Constructed at the beginning of the 20th century, designed by architect Zygmunt Gorgolewski, the Grand Theatre in Lviv has been compared to the Paris and Vienna opera houses. Many European theaters can boast an extraordinary construction history, but Lviv’s opera house is unique in that it is built on top of a river. The architect proposed the radical and intriguing idea of burying the small river beneath the opera. His plans also included the use of a concrete foundation, a first for Europe. With optimistic trepidation, the city planners agreed and the Opera House was completed in 1900.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2175/f73993ac-dcdc-4c3b-9d53-a339d362f11d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Halyts'kyi District If you're spending some time in Halyts'kyi District, Lviv Philharmonic and Potocki Palace are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Halytskyi-District.dx553248635976394137) ![One of the most recognizable buildings in Ukraine, Lviv Opera house is also among most beautiful European theatres. Named after world famous opera singer Solomiya Krushelnytska, who was born and raised in Lviv, the Opera House comprises various European architectural styles fashioned in all their lavishness. Constructed at the beginning of the 20th century, designed by architect Zygmunt Gorgolewski, the Grand Theatre in Lviv has been compared to the Paris and Vienna opera houses. Many European theaters can boast an extraordinary construction history, but Lviv’s opera house is unique in that it is built on top of a river. The architect proposed the radical and intriguing idea of burying the small river beneath the opera. His plans also included the use of a concrete foundation, a first for Europe. With optimistic trepidation, the city planners agreed and the Opera House was completed in 1900.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2175/f73993ac-dcdc-4c3b-9d53-a339d362f11d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Old Town Old Town is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Boim Chapel and Market Square. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lviv-Old-Town.dx3000662599) ![One of the most recognizable buildings in Ukraine, Lviv Opera house is also among most beautiful European theatres. Named after world famous opera singer Solomiya Krushelnytska, who was born and raised in Lviv, the Opera House comprises various European architectural styles fashioned in all their lavishness. Constructed at the beginning of the 20th century, designed by architect Zygmunt Gorgolewski, the Grand Theatre in Lviv has been compared to the Paris and Vienna opera houses. Many European theaters can boast an extraordinary construction history, but Lviv’s opera house is unique in that it is built on top of a river. The architect proposed the radical and intriguing idea of burying the small river beneath the opera. His plans also included the use of a concrete foundation, a first for Europe. With optimistic trepidation, the city planners agreed and the Opera House was completed in 1900.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2175/f73993ac-dcdc-4c3b-9d53-a339d362f11d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Prospekt Svobody You'll enjoy the museums and coffee shops in Prospekt Svobody. You might want to make time for a stop at Lviv Theatre of Opera and Ballet or Museum of Ethnography, Arts & Crafts. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lviv-Prospekt-Svobody.dx553248633981743544) ![Lviv panorama at night. View of the night street of the European medieval city. Lviv Market square at night. Concept - travel, landmarks, monument of architecture, world heritage. Long exposure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/952316813119746048/f9af269b-306d-4ffb-84e9-f57652e5b650.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Shevchenkivskyi District If you're spending some time in Shevchenkivskyi District, Beer Brewing Museum and Lemish Gallery are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lviv-Shevchenkivskyi-District.dx952316813119746048) ![Lviv,Lychakivskyi District /Ukraine Lychakiv cemetery enterance](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975858135/6a29efee-43af-4a33-8592-ac1702d08c68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lychakivskyi District While visiting Lychakivskyi District, you might make a stop by sights like Lychakiv Cemetery and The Palace of Turkull-Comellos. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lychakivskyi-District.dx553248635975858135) - Top hotels in Western Ukraine - Top Holiday Rentals in Western Ukraine ![Bank Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23640000/23631900/23631868/97a987d1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bank Hotel 8, Lystopadovoho Chynu Lviv Lviv region Stay at this luxury hotel in Lviv. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions The Palace of Counts Goluchowski and First Ukrainian ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (230 reviews) Room are always incredibly clean, the beds are extremely comfortable, the staff are always outgoing and friendly and the hotel is perfectly located in the heart of Lviv. Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=23631868&PinnedHotelID=23631868&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6057817) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=23631868&PinnedHotelID=23631868&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6057817) ![Best Western Plus Market Square Lviv](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85100000/85096100/85096095/35a2244a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Plus Market Square Lviv Shevska Str., 4 Lviv £66 1 Feb - 2 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Lviv. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (116 reviews) Always a pleasure to stay at this hotel. Everything was great. Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026&selected=85096095&PinnedHotelID=85096095&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6057817) ![Loft7](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71070000/71066400/71066338/26d7211c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Loft7 18 Hazova Street Lviv lviv Stay at this inn in Lviv. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Forum Lviv and Gallery Cafe Shtuka are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (31 reviews) The breakfast had an amazing variety of food. All of it delicious. The room was great, although too warm at times. However we had a door to the balcony to cool down. The staff were helpful and welcoming. Perfect place to base our visit to Lviv. Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=71066338&PinnedHotelID=71066338&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6057817) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=71066338&PinnedHotelID=71066338&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6057817) [See all 532 properties in Western Ukraine](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=31%2F01%2F2026®ionId=6057817) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Apart-hotel Horowitz](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15610000/15609700/15609687/acec6e77_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Apart-hotel Horowitz Krakivska 4 Lviv Stay at this aparthotel in Lviv. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions The Palace of Dzieduszyckis and Gallery of ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (189 reviews) Always my preferred place to stay in Lviv Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lviv-Hotels-Apart-Hotel-Horowitz.h15609687.Hotel-Information) ![House with mountain view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59200000/59199300/59199282/c46dce4b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### House with mountain view Виженка Чернівецька область Stay at this holiday home in Vyzhnytsia District. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and in-room fireplaces. 10/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews) Be well Please take care of yourself and loved ones. Reviewed on 25 Mar 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/House-With-Mountain-View.h59199282.Hotel-Information) ![Opera Passage Hotel & Apartaments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33020000/33016000/33015995/1aa02e9e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Opera Passage Hotel & Apartaments Svobody Ave., 27 Lviv Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Lviv. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions Les Kurbas Academic Theatre and Museum of Ethnography ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews) The staff was superb; extremely friendly and helpful. Hardworking troopers during hard times, considering that most have family members fighting in the war. Under different circumstances, I would have stayed longer. I am sure this area will be overrun with tourists, once Ukraine wins! 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Very European and Russian. Pay a small fee and climb 409 stairs in the bell tower for this lovely view.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2175/e5dc5b96-d70f-4fe3-a604-70abb088da51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Market Square You can find out about the history of Lviv with a stop at Market Square. Make time to visit the cathedral and monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Market-Square-Lviv.d6114300.Attraction) ![Located on St. George Hill, over-looking the city of Lviv, the church was the perfect target for destruction in the past. At least two versions of the St. George Cathedral were built before the final construction of the church as it is seen today. The Cathedral of St. George became the mother congregation of the Greek-Catholic religion in Ukraine. The St. George Cathedral in Lviv, is home to one of the most treasured relics, which was brought to the cathedral by Bishop Jiseph Shumlianskyi in 1674. It is the Icon of the Virgin Mary, and is a spectacular and preserved artifact. The interior was decorated with luxurious embellishments created by the local artistic talents of Lviv. Pinsel, the sculptor of the cathedral, created the spectacular St. George](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2175/2821f87a-24f4-4719-ba08-ea94267b902d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### St. George's Cathedral St. George's Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Lviv, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's art scene and museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Georges-Cathedral-Lviv-City-Center.d6114318.Attraction) ![Just amazing...](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6294657/bd0cfc4a-b6ab-48e6-9d7c-21057f3775a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pochaiv Lavra Find out about the history of Pochaiv with a stop at Pochaiv Lavra. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pochaiv-Lavra-Pochaiv.d6294657.Attraction) ![One church you should not miss is the elegant 1363 Armenian Cathedral with its ancient-feeling interior. The placid cathedral courtyard is a maze of arched passageways and squat buildings festooned with intricate Caucasian detail. Stepping into the courtyard feels like entering another era – gravestones bearing inscriptions in the 54 letters of the Armenian alphabet pave the floor. Located in the city's Old Town, north of the market square. Until 1945 it was the cathedral of the Armenian Catholic Archdiocese of Lviv, since 2000 it serves as a cathedral of the Eparchy of Ukraine of the Armenian Apostolic Church](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2175/4b8fb080-4051-4c17-b70c-428d8c6cbbd3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Armenian Cathedral of Lviv Armenian Cathedral of Lviv is just one of the places to see in Lviv, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's art scene and cathedral. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Armenian-Cathedral-Of-Lviv-Lviv.d6114314.Attraction) #### Bukovel Ski Area Hit the slopes in Polianytsia with a visit to Bukovel Ski Area. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bukovel-Ski-Area-Bukovel.d6256828.Attraction) #### Lviv Theatre of Opera and Ballet Get tickets for a show at Lviv Theatre of Opera and Ballet, a theatre with a story to tell in Lviv. Make time to visit the cathedral and monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lviv-Theatre-Of-Opera-And-Ballet-Lviv-City-Center.d6114306.Attraction) ## Cities near Western Ukraine ![CHERNIVTSI, UKRAINE - April , 2018 : Government house in Chernivtsi city from above Western Ukraine. Sunny day of the city.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/952/9680d542-7ea5-4617-ad98-12f1a567e9e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Chernivtsi ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1568/1275e20d-3772-434f-a382-61f40e3e3c86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ivano-Frankivsk ![Lviv. 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