Lenin Memorial
A memorial complex dedicated to Lenin, born in Simbirsk, the former name of Ulyanovsk; it includes a museum and his family home.
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Ulyanovsk: airports, things to do and where to stay
Ulyanovsk, formerly Simbirsk, lies on the Volga and is Lenin's birthplace; it has a civil aviation museum and a strong literary tradition.
Ulyanovsk airports
From the airport to central Ulyanovsk
Ulyanovsk Baratayevka airport is about 12 km from central Ulyanovsk.
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.
Ulyanovsk
Things to do in Ulyanovsk
Ulyanovsk Aircraft Museum
A civil aviation museum with a supersonic Tupolev Tu-144 among its exhibits, very close to the airport.
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Ascension Cathedral
An Orthodox cathedral with golden domes and a bell tower that stands out on the city skyline.
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Volga Embankment
The promenade beside the Volga, with green areas and wide views of the river.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Ulyanovsk?
Ulyanovsk is served by Ulyanovsk Baratayevka (ULV).
How far is the airport from central Ulyanovsk?
Ulyanovsk Baratayevka airport is about 12 km from central Ulyanovsk.
How do I get from the airport to central Ulyanovsk?
From Ulyanovsk Baratayevka airport you can take Local bus (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Ulyanovsk?
Highlights of Ulyanovsk include Lenin Memorial, Ulyanovsk Aircraft Museum, Ascension Cathedral, and Volga Embankment.
Photo credits
- Lenin Memorial: Oblam, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Ulyanovsk Aircraft Museum: Yuriy Lapitskiy (Yuriybrisk) from Tomilino, Russia, CC BY-SA 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Ascension Cathedral: Vyacheslav Bukharov, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Volga Embankment: Vyacheslav Bukharov, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons