Don Embankment
The promenade along the Don, with cafés, boats and river views; a favourite place for locals to stroll.
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Rostov-on-Don: airports, things to do and where to stay
Rostov-on-Don is one of the largest cities in southern Russia, on the Don river, known as the "gateway to the Caucasus". It has a riverside embankment, an Orthodox cathedral and a stadium built for the 2018 World Cup.
Rostov-on-Don airports
From the airport to central Rostov-on-Don
Rostov-on-Don Platov airport is about 33 km from central Rostov-on-Don.
Bus
A bus line linked the airport with Rostov railway station, a journey of about an hour. There is no service at present.
Taxi
Taxis used to wait outside the terminal, for trips to Rostov-on-Don and the surrounding area. There is no service at present.
Rostov-on-Don
Things to do in Rostov-on-Don
Cathedral of the Nativity of the Virgin
The Orthodox Cathedral of the Nativity of the Virgin, with golden domes and a separate bell tower, in the city centre.
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Rostov Arena
The stadium built for the 2018 World Cup, on the left bank of the Don, with a capacity of around 45,000.
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Gorky Drama Theatre
The Gorky Academic Drama Theatre, on Theatre Square, one of the city's main cultural venues.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Rostov-on-Don?
Rostov-on-Don is served by Rostov-on-Don Platov (ROV).
How far is the airport from central Rostov-on-Don?
Rostov-on-Don Platov airport is about 33 km from central Rostov-on-Don.
How do I get from the airport to central Rostov-on-Don?
From Rostov-on-Don Platov airport you can take Bus and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Rostov-on-Don?
Highlights of Rostov-on-Don include Don Embankment, Cathedral of the Nativity of the Virgin, Rostov Arena, and Gorky Drama Theatre.
Photo credits
- Don Embankment: Vyacheslav Argenberg, CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Cathedral of the Nativity of the Virgin: Ian Brown, CC BY-SA 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Rostov Arena: Vyacheslav Argenberg, CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Gorky Drama Theatre: kov09, CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia Commons