Alyosha Monument
A statue of a Soviet soldier about 35 metres tall above Kola Bay, a memorial to the defenders of the Soviet Arctic in the Second World War.
Tickets →Murmansk, Russia
Murmansk: airports, things to do and where to stay
Murmansk is the largest city north of the Arctic Circle, an ice-free port on Kola Bay known for the polar night, the northern lights in winter and its maritime history.
Murmansk airports
From the airport to central Murmansk
Murmansk airport is about 24 km from central Murmansk.
Bus
Buses and minibuses link the airport with Murmansk and its main transport hubs. Journey times depend on traffic.
Taxi
Taxis outside the terminal, plus ride-hailing apps and pre-booked cars. The journey to Murmansk depends a lot on traffic.
Murmansk
Things to do in Murmansk
Lenin Icebreaker
The first nuclear-powered surface ship, moored in the port and now a museum.
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Murmansk Oceanarium
An oceanarium known for its seal shows and for presenting Arctic marine life.
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Saint Nicholas Cathedral
The city's Orthodox cathedral, of recent construction, with several domes and bell towers.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Murmansk?
Murmansk is served by Murmansk (MMK).
How far is the airport from central Murmansk?
Murmansk airport is about 24 km from central Murmansk.
How do I get from the airport to central Murmansk?
From Murmansk airport you can take Bus and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Murmansk?
Highlights of Murmansk include Alyosha Monument, Lenin Icebreaker, Murmansk Oceanarium, and Saint Nicholas Cathedral.
Photo credits
- Alyosha Monument: Christopher Michel, CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Lenin Icebreaker: Godot13, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Murmansk Oceanarium: Insider, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Saint Nicholas Cathedral: Insider, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons