Sochi, park "Arboretum": how to get, reviews and photos

Are you going to visit Sochi? Allow me to congratulate you. It is an amazing land, warm and friendly, huge and infinitely beautiful. All ideas about Russia as a cold country will be scattered here. This is not surprising, because you must visit one of the pearls of Sochi - the park "Arboretum". Here the eucalyptus blossoms and the tropical palm trees grow, the flower beds smell. The huge territory of the park allows you to spend a whole day here, not ceasing to be surprised by its charm. Today we want to tell the reader a little more about how to have a great time in Sochi. Park "Arboretum" - this is not a boring botanical garden, but the best place for a family holiday.

Hint for tourists

In fact, it is completely impossible to get lost here. This is a tourist town where everything is set up for vacationers. In general, this is Sochi. Park "Arboretum" is too famous landmark, that it had to be searched. Take advantage of taxi services, and in a few minutes you will be on the spot.

However, many tourists decide to go on their own to assess the beauty of the city of Sochi in parallel. Park "Arboretum", which can be accessed in several ways, is located at Khostinskiy borough, Kurortny prospect, 74. By purchasing a map of the city in any kiosk, you can easily find it.

Entrance to the Arboretum through the Central Gate, located in front of the Upper Park. To reach them from the coast or the lower part you can walk, but the road is not close and goes uphill. Therefore, it is best to use the cable car and begin the inspection from the top of the arboretum, gradually going down.

By public transport, you need to get to the "Circus" stop. Almost all routes go to it, so there will not be any difficulties. And there are buses and minibuses here not only from Sochi, but also the neighboring resort areas. So, number 105 is an ideal option for those who want to visit the Arboretum (Sochi). How to get from the Olympic Park? You just need to get on the bus and get off at that stop.

Operating mode

Here you are expected every day, at any time of the year. Park "Arboretum" in Sochi is always beautiful, and no matter what the weather outside. It's never sad here. The summer abundance of flowers replaces the autumn riot of colors. In winter, the most delicate plants are covered with special caps, but the territory does not lose its incredible beauty. And the romanticists recommend in the spring visit the park "Arboretum" in Sochi.

The summer is open from 8:00 to 21:00. If you want to see every corner of the park, then come here for the whole day. The winter period begins on 1 November and continues until 1 March. At this time, visitors are expected from 9:00 to 17:00.

Cost

It depends on whether you use the services of a guide. Ticket for one adult - 250 rubles. It allows you to walk all over the place. When buying a ticket, a map of the park is issued, which is very convenient. Children's cheaper, 120 rubles. Up to seven years old kids are free. Cable car to an adult - 200 rubles, per child - 100. There is a park without days off.

Description

When going on an excursion, consider the air temperature in Sochi. Park "Arboretum" is very large, there are many shady avenues on its territory, however, before planning your trip, you need to get acquainted with the map. The fact is that it is split into two halves. Plain is located closer to the sea, and the second is on the mountainside. Both parts are connected by a tunnel, therefore from the central entrance it is possible to pass directly to the Lower Park. However, in this case, you will have to climb up the mountain slope in the sun to see the Upper Park. Therefore, we recommend using the funicular and starting the way down.

Air walk

The cable car starts working from 9:00. Go for an excursion early, so that you can bypass the area until evening. In this case, you will not have to hurry and completely calmly inspect all the sights. By the way, the length of the airway is 908 meters, and the view from above is simply magnificent. Although experienced travelers advise to pay more attention to the park itself, so that later you do not have to wander.

The walk starts from the observation deck. It offers a stunning view of the surrounding area, the sea and the mountains. Especially spectacular spectacle will be in spring and summer, when you can see all the variety of amazing plants, colors and shapes.

Green spaces

Before you a corner of the Russian tropics, the main decoration of Sochi is the park "Arboretum". The description is not complete unless you add a small note. The total area of more than 49 ha, which is about 1600 species and forms of plants of the world's flora. Nowhere in the world is there such a variety. Nearby live together about 20 species of tropical palm trees, a collection of bamboos and cypresses, more than 70 species of pines and many different oaks. Guests can see strawberry and bread, candy and soap tree and listen to the stories of the guide.

Upper park

It is best to start your walk from here. In the upper part there are interesting, stylized zones. Japanese garden with picturesque ponds, Chinese courtyard, grottoes and artificial waterfalls, caves, their examination will take you a lot of time. If you want to admire the beauty of tropical palms, then welcome to the mall alley. Do not miss the chance to see the unique grove of sequoias.

Animal world

If you come to rest with children, it will be interesting to make a walk to the farm of ostriches and peacocks. They can be fed, which causes the kids a storm of enthusiasm. Nearby there is a corner where colorful parrots live, as well as nursery of medicinal plants. Arboretum is a special place where visitors do not cease to be amazed by the surrounding beauties. A bouquet of flavors of plant exotics is especially pleasant to breathe in the summer heat, when shady alleys are saved from the sun no worse than an air conditioner.

central part

There is a large number of magnificent fountains, arbors, statues that tourists like. Very often couples who come to Sochi come to be photographed here. Park "Arboretum", whose sights we now describe - this is the most beautiful and romantic place. The main decoration of the central part of the park is the Moorish arbor. There is a beautiful legend that you can make wishes here and they will come true.

Nearby is another gazebo, braided with lianas with purple-purple flowers, which is called puerprivaya. From it begin thickets of acacia. They hide from the prying eyes the arbor of love. Wedding photo sessions in this place are very popular.

At the foot of the central staircase is the fountain "The Boy with the Fish". Here you can admire the fountain "Cupids" and beautiful statues depicting the Romans. Be sure to look at the fountain "Fairy Tale" with a unique statue of the Swan Princess. A little further, there are two swimming pools with papyri, water-lilies and lotus.

Lower part of the park

Going down here, the tourists are already a little tired, and here awaits a long-awaited respite. The lower part of the park is smaller, and it is located on the plain, so the walk becomes easier. Here is waiting for guests the most beautiful and fragrant corner of the park - the rose garden. It collected about 70 varieties of domestic and foreign breeding. Beautiful flowers make the tourist happy throughout the season, from early spring to late autumn.

Very close to it there is a natural pond inhabited by the most beautiful birds. Here you can see black and white swans, storks, pelicans. Decorate this part of the park with numerous sculptures. Near the south gate is one of the most interesting park facilities, this is the oceanarium, where you can get acquainted with the life of quaint inhabitants of the underwater world. These are morays and piranhas, rays and even sharks.

Reviews

If you like wildlife and hiking, then be sure to visit the park "Arboretum" in Sochi. Reviews of tourists emphasize that this is a great opportunity to spend an adventurous day. However, be sure to put on comfortable shoes, since there will be a very heavy load on the legs. Experienced tourists are advised to bring cool drinks with them. Of course, there are shops on the territory where you can buy everything you need, but the prices are quite high.

The plants in the park are innumerable. Near each of them there is a nameplate with a detailed description. If you do not use the services of a guide, you can easily find out all the information you need. Be sure to calculate your time in such a way as to stay here until the evening. For a small price you can walk all day and enjoy the unusual greenery. It is especially good to spend a few quiet minutes near the pond. Here, all problems disappear, and you just want to watch the slow life of its inhabitants.

The funicular deserves special attention. Judging by the reviews, many people visit the park solely because of the pleasure to ride along the airway and see the neighborhood from a bird's eye view. And then you can enjoy the view from the observation deck and not hurrying down in the park area.