Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin
The red-brick fortress above the confluence of the Volga and the Oka, the historic heart of the city.
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Nizhny Novgorod: airports, things to do and where to stay
Nizhny Novgorod stands at the confluence of the Volga and the Oka, with a red-brick kremlin, a historic centre on the hills and a long trading tradition.
Nizhny Novgorod airports
From the airport to central Nizhny Novgorod
Nizhny Novgorod Strigino airport is about 17 km from central Nizhny Novgorod.
Local bus
Local bus services link the airport with the city; it is worth confirming current routes and timetables.
Taxi
Taxis wait outside the terminal; agree the fare or use a ride-hailing app before getting in.
Nizhny Novgorod
Things to do in Nizhny Novgorod
Chkalov Stairs
The long monumental staircase that descends from the kremlin area to the Volga embankment.
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Bolshaya Pokrovskaya Street
The main pedestrian street of the centre, with historic buildings, shops and cafés.
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Rozhdestvenskaya Street
A historic street in the centre, leading to the Church of the Nativity, known as the Stroganov Church.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Nizhny Novgorod?
Nizhny Novgorod is served by Nizhny Novgorod Strigino (GOJ).
How far is the airport from central Nizhny Novgorod?
Nizhny Novgorod Strigino airport is about 17 km from central Nizhny Novgorod.
How do I get from the airport to central Nizhny Novgorod?
From Nizhny Novgorod Strigino airport you can take Local bus (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Nizhny Novgorod?
Highlights of Nizhny Novgorod include Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin, Chkalov Stairs, Bolshaya Pokrovskaya Street, and Rozhdestvenskaya Street.
Photo credits
- Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin: Vityavo, CC0, Wikimedia Commons
- Chkalov Stairs: Алексей Трефилов, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Bolshaya Pokrovskaya Street: Андрей Романенко, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Rozhdestvenskaya Street: Алексей Трефилов, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons