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Vacation spots on the Black Sea coast. Where is the best place to relax in the south of Russia?

Find out where it is best to relax on the Black Sea in the summer of 2020 - in the Krasnodar Territory and Crimea. The best resorts in Russia for beach, active and excursion holidays. Where is better with children, youth and elderly people.

Rock Sail in Praskoveevka on the Black Sea coast, Krasnodar region.

Black Sea resorts - where it’s cheaper, where it’s more expensive

The most disappointing thing about Russian resorts on the Black Sea is the cost of vacation. Compared to the incomprehensible service, the prices are amazing. Although there are changes for the better: cities and towns have become cleaner, many new worthy facilities have been built, and the range of entertainment offered has expanded significantly.

Judging by the early booking offers, in the summer of 2020 the most expensive holidays will be in Anapa and Yalta. Cheaper - about 25-35% - in Sevastopol, Evpatoria and Koktebel. Even cheaper - up to 40-50% - in Alushta, Feodosia, Sudak, Kerch, Saki and Tuapse. The lowest prices are offered by the small resorts of Western and Eastern Crimea - Mirny, Storm, Mezhvodnoye, Ordzhonikidze, Kurortnoye and others.


The most expensive cafes, restaurants and hotels are located in the Imereti Bay area in Sochi (Photo © booking.com / Imereti coastal quarter)

Where is the best infrastructure?

The second most popular resort in Russia on the Black Sea is. There are many modern hotels and guest houses, and a large selection of housing in the private sector. However, the prices are high and there are many tourists. During the season there is not enough space on the public beach - tourists swim even under prohibitory signs. It is more comfortable to relax in the suburbs of Gelendzhik - Kabardinka and. Go there if you want to breathe more freely, although it is overcrowded in the summer.


If you come to relax on the Black Sea at the height of the summer season, this awaits you. I took the photo on the beach in Divnomorskoye, Krasnodar Territory.

Another city where you can have a wonderful holiday with children in the Krasnodar Territory by the sea is. The recognized children's resort stubbornly ranks among the top five. Most tourists choose villages and. The latter is a new rapidly developing resort with an excellent hotel base.

According to tourists, the worst infrastructure is developed in small villages such as Dederkoy, Praskoveevka, Makopse, Vishnevka, Agoy, Krinitsa, Betta in the Krasnodar Territory and Privetnoye, Mezhvodnoye, Kurortnoye in the Crimea. As a rule, the local infrastructure includes shops, cafes, children's attractions and water activities on the beach.


Maldives? Dominican Republic? No, this is a beach in Crimea! The village of Olenevka. Fine light sand, clear water and a rich underwater world - this can be found even on the Black Sea in Russia.

Resorts for active holidays

Any resort in Russia on the Black Sea offers a lot of opportunities for an active holiday. Let's figure out where it's best to relax on the Black Sea for lovers of extreme sports and sports.

Divers prefer the shores of Adler, Anapa and Gelendzhik. There they can explore the beauty of the underwater world and conduct fascinating research on the remains of sunken ships. In Crimea, the best places for diving are its underwater museum, Cape Aya near Balaklava, the Chersonesos lighthouse and the bays of Sevastopol, the Simeiz rocks, Cape Meganom near Sudak and the bays of the New World.

Best surfing- in Feodosia, Gelendzhik, Kacha and Lyubimovka, yachting- in Sochi, Anapa, Sevastopol, Yalta, Evpatoria, Sudak. Flights on airplanes, paragliders and hot air balloons, boat trips at sea, mountain tourism and cycling tourism - all this is available in many resorts in Crimea and the Krasnodar Territory.

Horse tourism developed in Sochi, Alushta, Tuapse region and other places. Cave explorers settle closer to Alushta, Bakhchisarai and Sochi.

Water parks available in many Black Sea resorts. The best, according to tourists' reviews, were "Golden Bay" in Gelendzhik, "Golden Beach" in Anapa, "Banana Republic" in Evpatoria, "Zurbagan" in Sevastopol, "Blue Bay" in Simeiz, "Almond Grove" in Alushta, water parks in Sudak, Koktebel, and Nebug.


Tourists in Sudak rent yachts, kayaks and catamarans.

Resorts for a secluded holiday

Where is the best place to relax on the Black Sea in the summer of 2020 if you want privacy? Based on reviews from tourists, we have compiled a list of quiet places and resorts in Russia on the Black Sea:

  • The villages of Betta, Dzhanhot and Krinitsa (Gelendzhik).
  • Uncrowded beaches in the area of ​​Nizhne-Imeretinskaya Bay in Adler.
  • Uncrowded beaches near Kiseleva Rock and in Dzhubga (Tuapse).
  • The coast from Dzhankhot to Praskoveevka is chosen by fans of wild recreation with tents. There are also nudists.
  • There are camping sites on the wild beaches of Kabardinka (Gelendzhik) and Blagoveshchenskaya (Anapa).
  • Eastern coast of Crimea near Ordzhonikidze and Kurortny.
  • Wild beaches in the Sevastopol area (Cape Fiolent, Khersones, Laspi Bay) and in Lyubimovka.

Last summer we had a great time on vacation at the Enot camping site near Arkhipo-Osipovka. As far as we have studied the topic, this is one of the best tent camps in the entire Black Sea. The owners organized the campsite at the highest level, everything is civilized: hot showers, Wi-Fi, electricity, comfortable washbasins, decent toilets, plenty of space. In the evenings, raccoons come and ask for food - both children and adults are delighted. The campsite has several sites with stunning sea views!


One of our favorite places in Crimea is Cape Vinogradny in Sevastopol.

Resorts for cultural and excursion holidays

Any resort in Russia on the Black Sea offers a rich cultural and excursion holiday.

In Crimea many interesting places: you can visit unique bays and a nature reserve in the New World, ancient fortresses in Sudak and Balaklava, cave cities in Bakhchisarai, waterfalls and mountains in Yalta and Alushta, the Botanical Garden in Nikita, ancient palace complexes and parks (Alupka, Livadia, Massandra ), historical monuments and archaeological sites (Sevastopol, Evpatoria, Kerch) and much more.

In Krasnodar region there are also enough attractions: you can see the antique museum, knight's castle and the Sukko Valley in Anapa, waterfalls and dolmens near Gelendzhik, a garden museum, arboretum, Olympic Park and Vorontsov Caves in Sochi, Sochi Park and arboretum in Adler, Mamedovo Gorge, dolmens, Colchis Forest and 33 waterfalls near Lazarevsky. Theme parks and museums are open in many cities; exhibitions and concerts are held during the season. Interesting excursions to Novorossiysk, Temryuk, along the Taman Peninsula, caves and highlands of Adygea.


Youth resorts on the Black Sea

For a good holiday, young people need a clean sea with a beach, inexpensive food with an overnight stay and entertainment. All this is in Tuapse, Anapa, Alushta, Feodosia, Sudak and Evpatoria. There are also good entertainments in the villages of Dzhemete, Vityazevo, Lazarevsky, Simeiz and others. Prices in bars, clubs and discos are quite affordable, unlike expensive Yalta, Sochi and Gelendzhik.

The best beaches of the Krasnodar region

Where is the best place for older people to relax on the Black Sea?

For older people, quiet places with a lot of greenery and silence in the evenings are most suitable. Many come for treatment - in the health resorts of Crimea and the Krasnodar Territory they treat diseases of the cardiovascular and nervous systems, respiratory organs (Yalta, Sochi), dermatological, urological diseases and diseases of the musculoskeletal system (Gelendzhik, Saki, Alupka, Evpatoria, Anapa).


Charcot shower in the thermal pool in the village of Mostovskoy (Photo © baza-anastasiya.ru)

Where is the best place to relax with children on the Black Sea?

Black Sea resorts are considered the best for children Anapa,Evpatoria And Feodosia. All of them are not too expensive and, from an infrastructure point of view, are ideal for family vacation. Everywhere there are dolphinariums, water parks, children's cafes and amusement parks.

Where else can you relax with children in the Krasnodar Territory and Crimea? According to reviews from tourists, good conditions for family holidays can be found in Zaozernoye, Peschany, Lyubimovka, Ordzhonikidze (Crimea), Vityazevo, Dzhemete, Olgino, Lermontovo, Lazarevsky (Krasnodar Territory).

Advice: consider travel distance, prices and natural conditions. For example, Anapa is good for families with children, but in mid-summer the sea begins to bloom and the water becomes cloudy due to algae. If you compare prices, the cheapest holidays are in Feodosia, Sudak and the villages of Western Crimea, but you will also have to travel longer.


We are standing with our niece on Cape Meganom in Crimea and admiring the sea.

Conclusions: the best resorts in Russia on the Black Sea

Prices. The cheapest places to relax are in small resorts and villages - Kabardinka, Arkhipo-Osipovka, Rybachye, Mirnoye.

Leisure. Almost any resort on the Black Sea.

Secluded holiday. Even next to major cities there are uncrowded beaches and places. Most of them are near Gelendzhik, Anapa, Tuapse, Sudak, Koktebel, and Sevastopol. The coast between Dzhankhot and Praskoveevka, Laspi Bay, Tarkhankut.

Cultural and excursion holidays. Almost every resort and its surroundings have something to see - the region is very beautiful. The most beautiful nature on the southern coast of Crimea is the area of ​​Big Yalta and Big Alushta. Very beautiful in the vicinity of Sudak and the New World. In the Krasnodar Territory, the most interesting places are in Greater Sochi and Gelendzhik.

Youth resorts. Young people are unpretentious, but mostly choose Tuapse, Anapa and nearby villages, Yalta, Sevastopol, Alushta, Feodosia, Sudak and Evpatoria.

Resorts for the elderly. Gelendzhik, Saki, Anapa, Sochi, Alupka, Evpatoria, Yalta.

Vacation with children. Anapa, Evpatoria and Feodosia are generally recognized children's resorts. Tourists also choose holidays in Zaozerny, Peschany, Lyubimovka, Ordzhonikidze (Crimea), Vityazevo, Dzhemete, Olgino, Lermontovo, Lazarevsky (Krasnodar Territory).


In Sudak and the New World we swam to see dolphins - great entertainment for children and adults.

Map of resorts on the Black Sea coast of Russia

Introductory image source: © Little_Li / flickr.com / Licensed under CC BY-ND 2.0.

Advice: We went - we know.
On vacation, be sure to take your compulsory medical insurance policy with you, or at least take a photo of it on your smartphone. If poisoning or injury occurs during a trip, then if you have a medical insurance policy. assistance will be provided free of charge.

By the way, a holiday with children in Russia at sea will be more comfortable if you choose hotels, boarding houses and sanatoriums according to the “ all inclusive” – look at such options – more expensive, but more convenient.

Interested in calm holidays with small children? Choose.

With older children it will be interesting not only to swim, but also to go beautiful places, go on excursions - choose an inexpensive or more comfortable resort city.

Where there are fewer tourists to relax and swim in peace

For a relaxing holiday, you need to go on your own by car - not necessarily your own, now it’s easy to rent a car right upon arrival at the airport (use). As a rule, in such places there are few cafes and shops nearby. But if you choose the right hotel, then everything will be right there: beach accessories, delicious food, wine... Calm beaches and the cleanest sea is easy to find in some.

And now ours list of the best places to go to the sea in Russia:

1. Holidays on the Azov Sea 2020: Golubitskaya, Kuchugury, etc.


In the photo: vacation on the Azov Sea, Kuchugury, sandy beach.

Many people don’t even suspect that there are such magnificent places in Russia! Far from the bustle, where there are not so many tourists yet, the beaches are sandy, the sunsets are stunning, and comfortable accommodation is located right next to the sea - yes, a holiday on the Sea of ​​Azov surprises even seasoned tourists who are accustomed to holidaying only abroad.

How to get to the Sea of ​​Azov? By plane - to Anapa airport. Next by taxi, but cheaper: from Vityazevo airport get to the city bus station in Anapa, then by bus to the Fontalovskaya station (this is the sea in Kuchugury).

Private sector and hotels on the Sea of ​​Azov, prices 2020

Rooms in the private sector cost 600-1200 rubles per day for the whole family. There are not many good accommodations, so the best options are booked in advance. However, if cleanliness and amenities are not critical for you on vacation, then you can easily find many options on site.

Advice: We went - we know
Be carefull! If you want to have a good rest, then plan your vacation in advance! Gone are the days when it was possible to rent a good room in the private sector upon arrival - such accommodation is booked several weeks in advance. And now on the spot you can only rent “illiquid goods” (), which cannot be sold in advance and are slipped to sluggish tourists.

How to rent good housing in the private sector and not fall for scammers

Do not trust advertisements on forums and social networks! Usually shown good photos, and upon arrival they say that it is already occupied, and offer much worse housing - this is the most common type of fraud in the south of Russia. You only need to shoot verified sites with real reviews - this is the only way you are guaranteed to get what you book.

For example, the private sector in Golubitskaya - the Skazka house - cheap, cozy, clean, with a children's playground in the yard:


There are better hotels. If you have a car, then choose one with your own beach and away from crowds of tourists.


Holidays on the Sea of ​​Azov, beach of the Villa Grape hotel

A bonus will be a comfortable room with a wonderful view of the sea. For example, this view of the sea is from the Kuchugury Hotel:


There are a lot of housing options near the sea: from expensive to cheap.


On the picture: inexpensive holiday by the sea in Russia. Hotel "Villa Grape" is located by the sea

3. Gelendzhik: sandy beaches and holidays with children


In the photo: sandy beach and embankment in Gelendzhik

It’s hard to think of a better place for a family holiday with children: the beaches in Gelendzhik are sandy, there is a lot of entertainment for children and most large water park in Russia. Where is the best place to stay and which beach to choose? We have already written in great detail: – choose what you like!

4. Anapa – a seaside holiday in Russia, where everything is inclusive

In Anapa you can now find a completely civilized holiday. At the same time, prices for a seaside holiday with a child on an all-inclusive basis are quite affordable - low prices are easy to find.

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For those who are going to Anapa by car or flying in on their own, we have prepared clean rooms with air conditioning, plus cheap hotels with three meals a day, a swimming pool and playgrounds.


Seaside holidays in Russia: Anapa, an all-inclusive holiday

5. Crimea: holidays on the seashore become civilized


Going to Crimea as a savage and staying in barns, where “conveniences on the street” has long become bad manners, just like with a voucher. Everyone is tired of the “Scoop”; I want a normal rest. Every year, holidays at sea in Crimea become more comfortable. The most advanced travel to Crimea on their own by car, or fly in and rent a car at the airport - this is what the secret of a good holiday in Crimea!

If you still want to go on a “wild” vacation, then let it be in beautiful places with good beaches and clean seas. For example, Miami beach, which is located in Olenevka. The only thing is that there are few hotels here, so you need to book in advance. Inexpensive room can be booked without credit card and with a guarantee in the guest house.


In the photo: Miami beach, Olenevka, Crimea

What are the prices in Crimea now? See the latest reviews and photos.
To relax in Crimea inexpensively near the sea, choose one of the best.

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Respectable holiday by the sea in Yalta

For those who are accustomed to comfort, there are also luxury apartments in Yalta in Crimea - with sea views. With such luxury, the price of apartments is much cheaper than in Europe. Therefore, even a luxury vacation in Crimea can be considered inexpensive.

You can rent a luxury apartment at least for your birthday - such a gift will definitely not be forgotten!


See prices in Yalta for a holiday by the sea

Evpatoria – comfortable hotels, sandy beaches and clear sea


The beaches in Yevpatoria are considered one of the best in Crimea. And the ethno-hotel “Dzheval” is one of the most comfortable. Do you want to know what a quality European holiday is? Choose Dzheval. See prices and photos.

Anton: We traveled around Crimea for so long, we thought that we had already seen everything. But the Dzheval Hotel surprised me. At first it seemed that the price was too high, but we decided to try it. And they didn’t regret it. This is the best hotel where we have stayed! And not only in Crimea. You feel like you are at a European resort. Only in Europe they will ask three times more for such a hotel. This hotel made our vacation! Now I can only go to Crimea here, there are no other hotels for me.

If the main thing on vacation is a low price, then choose “Tavriya Sanatorium” - all inclusive, inexpensive.

6. Lazarevskoye – relaxation by the sea near Sochi

In Sochi, a seaside holiday can hardly be called cheap. See prices for holidays in Sochi. Could there be something very close to Sochi, but cheaper? Yes!


Holidays at sea in Lazarevskoye

Fly to Sochi airport, and go to Lazarevskoye by sea. This resort is cheaper, and you can even get to Sochi by public transport, – . To find cheap air tickets, compare prices of different airlines in Search:

If you want more have a relaxing holiday at sea, then it’s worth going from Sochi (Adler) airport in the other direction – to Abkhazia.

7. Seaside holidays in Abkhazia – cheap and comfortable!

For those who have read this far, we’ll tell you about the best place to go to the sea in Russia. Abkhazia is not in first place on our list only because it is not exactly Russia - it is nearby :) In all other respects, this is the best place where you can go to sea with a Russian passport. A foreign passport is not needed, rubles are used, local residents speak Russian.


In the photo: holiday at sea in Abkhazia

In Abkhazia, prices are lower and holidays at sea are more comfortable. Here you have a much better chance of finding good beaches and clear sea. In addition, in Abkhazia there are fewer tourists at sea - the main thing is to move away from Sukhumi to resort places, and then you can find a very inexpensive holiday on the seashore. Right on the beach!

How to get to Abkhazia

From Moscow or St. Petersburg you can travel directly to Sukhumi inexpensively by train. Travel time is 38 and 45 hours.
Either from another city in Russia by train or plane to Sochi airport (Adler), and from there there are trains and buses to Sukhumi, the journey takes 2-3 hours.

If you are driving your own or through a checkpoint at the border across the Psou River, just get out and show your passport and documents for the car. Leave through the same checkpoint. There are no difficulties at the border, just a formality.

Where to stay

There are not many modern accommodation options in Abkhazia, mainly the “soviet” private sector, which is easy to book upon arrival. However, there are also quite good guest houses and even excellent inexpensive hotels, but it is better to book them in advance in order to get a civilized one for the price of a “wild” holiday. It's possible! Here are some options.

To begin with, you can stay near the city of Sukhumi and close to the sea - in the Rufina guest house - cheap, but quite comfortable.

We go further, where there are fewer tourists, and find the Alamys guest house, ideal in terms of price and quality (see photos, reviews and prices), conveniently located in the resort of Gudauta, right next to the Black Sea. There are comfortable sun loungers on the beach and there are no other tourists nearby. Clean sea, delicious food. You can admire the sea 24/7 from your room’s balcony – you won’t be able to find anything like this on the first line by the sea in Sochi or Lazarevskoye.


Seaside holidays in Abkhazia – guest house “Alamys”

In addition to the sea, Abkhazia has beautiful nature, delicious wine and food. And the prices! There are probably no such low prices for seaside holidays anywhere in Russia. Even a hotel with three meals a day costs 2 times cheaper than in Russia.

Napra in Abkhazia - an inexpensive recreation center with three meals a day

If you don’t want to think about where to eat while on vacation, just go to the Napra recreation center and relax:


In the photo: Napra - hotel with three meals a day - a pleasant holiday by the sea in Abkhazia

A nice bonus in this hotel will be the view of the Black Sea on one side and the mountains on the other. See photos and prices

In Abkhazia, we also recommend going to the magical Lake Ritsa and seeing waterfalls and magnificent places along the way. If you don’t have your own car, then contact us, who will help you organize everything and take you to the most beautiful places in Abkhazia, and the trip can be organized directly from Sochi.


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Resort towns in Russia are very popular holiday destinations for many residents of our country. summer time. And this is not surprising - prices here are moderate, and the impressions of the trip are always positive.

The Black Sea coast of Russia begins from the border with Abkhazia. The first major resort is Greater Sochi, which includes several districts. Its infrastructure has improved significantly in recent years: many new modern hotels were built for the 2014 Olympic Games.

Adlersky district

This area is suitable for both holidays with older children and youth holidays. Mostly here you will be greeted by pebble beaches. In addition, the villages have a lot of entertainment for young tourists. There are nightclubs and numerous bars for young people.

Khostinsky district

Following further along the coast, you will find the following resort villages belonging to the Khostinsky district: Khosta, Zvezdochka, Matsesta, Kudepsta, Maly Akhun. These places are perfect for relaxing for older people who prefer a measured, quiet holiday. Many sanatoriums have been created in this area, where various diseases are treated with mineral waters. Khosta is therefore considered a good balneological resort.

Sochi city

Describing resort towns Russia, first of all, should be told about Sochi, which belongs to the Central region. Holidays here will be interesting, active and varied: the city promises many opportunities. It will especially appeal to young people who love crowded places. Elderly people and families with small children may feel somewhat uncomfortable among the constant noise and crowds of vacationers. Don’t forget that in Sochi prices for accommodation and services are much higher than in small villages.

This city is the warmest among other Russian resorts. You can visit many climatic zones within its boundaries: the subtropics, tropics, and arctic zone. Stormy mountain streams, endless caves, and famous ski slopes attract many tourists here. There is a huge variety of hotels in Sochi, both quite old and completely new, not inferior in service to large hotels.

Lazarevsky district

The coast of Greater Sochi ends with the Lazarevsky district. Holidays here are cheaper than in Central. You can choose either crowded villages, such as Lazarevskoye, where there is entertainment for vacationers of any age, or quieter ones, such as Glubokaya Shchel. Holidays in this area, as you can see, suit everyone. It’s just that small children won’t find it very comfortable to relax due to the fact that the beaches here are pebbly.

Tuapse district

The Tuapse district begins behind Greater Sochi. Its center is Tuapse. In this area, compared to neighboring Gelendzhik and Sochi, the infrastructure is less developed. The choice of hotels here is smaller (especially large ones), but the prices will please you more than in neighboring cities.

Tuapse city

When describing resort towns in Russia, Tuapse is often mentioned. However, this is not entirely true. The fact is that Tuapse is an industrial port city. It does not have resort status. Therefore, vacationers mainly settle in the villages surrounding it, which are located in bays: in Dzhubga, Gizel-Der, Novomikhailovsky, Nebug, Shepsi, Olginka and others. Holidays in this area will be remembered by lovers of beautiful landscapes who want to save money and do not suffer due to the lack of certain amenities.

Tuapse is famous for its mountain forests, which occupy about 80% of its entire territory. It is also rich in canyons, waterfalls, and mountain landscapes. Here you will find many natural monuments included in excursion programs.

Big Gelendzhik

Gelendzhik city

Novorossiysk

Big Gelendzhik is followed by the coast of Novorossiysk. This city is a port and a large industrial center, but it is unsuitable for a resort holiday.

Big Anapa

What other resort towns are there in Russia on the Black Sea? Its coast, which belongs to the territory of the Krasnodar Territory, ends with Bolshaya Anapa. It unites the city of the same name and the villages of Sukko, Vityazevo, Dzhemete, Bolshoy Utrish, as well as the village of Blagoveshchenskaya.

Anapa city

Anapa is considered primarily a children's resort. She is surrounded sandy beaches, and the entrance to the sea is very gentle. There is a pebble bottom only in the villages of Bolshoy Utrish and Sukko, so adults, as well as families with older children, usually choose these places for their vacation.

In the vicinity of Anapa, as well as in the city itself, there are many health resorts that specialize in serving young guests. There are amusement parks and water parks here. On the coast, the adult public will also not be bored: this place offers tourists entertainment for every taste. You can combine relaxation with treatment, because Anapa is also a balneological resort, like some other resort cities in Russia. At sea you can not only have a good rest, but also improve your health. Healing mud extracted from the estuaries, as well as local mineral waters, are used to treat guests. And here you will find a wonderful water park. The climate in the city is Mediterranean-type, it is both warm and humid.

the south coast of Crimea

Many tourists today flock to the southern coast of Crimea - this is the name of the coast from Big Yalta to Big Alushta. These places are protected from the northern winds by a mountain range, so a special climate has been established here, with characteristics similar to the Mediterranean. The area offers tourists a large selection of entertainment and hotels. There is also a very interesting nightlife here. All this leads to the fact that prices for services remain high.

Big Yalta

Big Yalta is the largest resort in this area. It unites several villages and cities: Alupka, Livadia, Gurzuf, Koreiz, Gaspra, Simeiz, Miskhor, Parkovoye, Massandra, Foros and others.

Yalta city

More recently, with the annexation of Crimea to our country, new resort towns of Russia appeared on the map. Their list includes Yalta. It's worth a stop here for those who especially love nightlife, entertainment and is ready to be among people all the time and give a lot of money for it. If you are traveling with small children, you should prefer a small village or choose another coast, since in Yalta and around the city all the beaches are pebbly, and the depth increases quite quickly.

Big Alushta

Big Alushta is a good option for those who want to relax on the South Coast, but do not want to significantly overpay. Its coastline stretches from Privetny to Partenit. Yalta and Alushta are included in the list of "Best Resort Cities in Russia". Here you will find many attractions, discos, restaurants and other entertainment. The beaches here are mostly shale sand, with occasional fine gravel, and the depth increases quite quickly.

Western coast of Crimea: Sevastopol, Saki, Evpatoria

We have not yet described all Russian seaside resort towns. The list should be supplemented with Sevastopol, Saki, Evpatoria, Feodosia and Sudak. The first three cities are located on the west coast. They are known for their shallow seas and sandy beaches.

In the west of Crimea is Sevastopol, another large port city. It, unlike Novorossiysk, has many convenient beaches.

This city should be chosen by those who are interested in, besides beach holiday, historical sights, museums. It is impossible not to mention Saki and Evpatoria. These are also popular resort towns in Russia on the Black Sea. The list of balneological resorts can be supplemented with them.

Greater Feodosia

There are several popular holiday destinations on the south-eastern coast of Crimea. The largest is Bolshaya Feodosia. The city of Feodosia should be chosen by those who want a noisy and fun holiday. In addition, it is a balneological resort, where you will find many health resorts offering treatments with mineral water.

If you are traveling with small children and decide to stay in Bolshaya Feodosia, it is better to choose the villages of Primorsky and Beregovoe. They are famous for their shell-covered beaches.

If you love long walks, as well as the work of Maximilian Voloshin, you should definitely book your accommodation in Kurortny, Koktebel or Ordzhonikidze. These are large villages, also belonging to Greater Feodosia. They are located at the foot of Karadag, a huge ancient volcano.

The city of Sudak and the village of Novy Svet

The city of Sudak is located between Big Alushta and Big Feodosia. It is famous for the Genoese fortress dating back to the Middle Ages. The village of Novy Svet is adjacent to it. These places are very popular among lovers of landscapes: the surrounding area of ​​the village, due to its beautiful landscapes, has been repeatedly used as a backdrop for filming various films. Another attractive factor is the champagne factory located here - the place where the New World drink is produced. Pebble beaches and sometimes difficult access to the sea are the reasons why this area is not so popular among tourists with children.

So, we talked about what resort towns in Russia exist. Photos and descriptions will help you make the right choice. Each of them is interesting in its own way. Both large and small Russian resort towns on the Black Sea offer good service, well-equipped beaches and plenty of entertainment - everything you need for a great holiday.

The ranking of Black Sea resorts is one of the most pressing topics on the eve of the summer holidays. If you dream of admiring the beautiful landscape of the Crimean and Caucasus mountains this summer, basking in the rays of the southern sun and taking a break from work on a clean beach, then this article is just for you.

The most popular holiday destination in 2012 on the Southern Coast of Crimea was Yalta. Over the entire holiday season, 2.165 million visitors visited here. The city of Yalta is located between capes Ai-Todor and Montedor. Thanks to the sea and mountains, the climate here is very mild and there is almost never cold air. To better navigate Yalta, you need to remember that the city is conventionally divided into two parts. Greater Yalta stretches 70 km, from Gurzuf to Foros, and includes numerous villages, holiday homes, boarding houses and sanatoriums located on the slopes of the Crimean mountains. The population of Greater Yalta is 125.5 thousand inhabitants, and the population of the city of Yalta is 90 thousand.

The city of Yalta was founded in the first century by Greek traders. But it was given official city status in 1938. Yalta has a well-established network of bus routes with many cities of Crimea. The longest trolleybus line in the CIS runs from Simferopol to Yalta. Yalta has a huge number of beaches, cafes, boarding houses, nightclubs, attractions, and sanatoriums, which have made it the capital of beach holidays on the Young Coast of the Black Sea. The main attraction of the city is the Yalta embankment, lined with red granite and evergreen palm trees. In addition, tourists can enjoy the house-museum of Chekhov, Lesya Ukrainka, the Temple of John Chrysostom and famous palace Emir of Bukhara.

The TOP 10 resorts on the Black Sea include Anapa. This is one of the best places on the Black Sea coast for a family holiday. It is located at the junction of the Taman Peninsula and the Greater Caucasus. In summer, the air temperature here warms up to +35 degrees. Its history begins in the Bronze Age. After Anapa became part of the Russian Empire in 1829, it turned into a large port city.

The most popular excursion route in Anapa is the Taman Peninsula. There are about fifty mud volcanoes here, which have healing properties and are used for the treatment and prevention of the musculoskeletal system. For lovers active rest Anapa offers the opportunity to learn diving and windsurfing. In addition, everyone can go water skiing, paragliding, scuba diving or go fishing on the open sea.

Next on the list of TOP 10 resorts on the Black Sea is the city, which stretches for a 12-kilometer strip along the Kalamitsky Bay- Evpatoria.Evpatoria is located in the steppe northwestern part of Crimea. The population of the seaside town does not exceed 100 thousand. Over the past season, about 1 million tourists vacationed here. The main healing factors of Evpatoria are unique mud, mineral waters, medicinal plants, and of course the soft sun. Almost all the beaches of Evpatoria are sandy and are among the best on the entire coast. In the center of the city is the Juma-Jami Mosque, not far from which are the Church of St. Elijah and St. Nicholas Cathedral. In addition, at the beginning of the 19th century, the Karaites built houses of worship - kenas - in Yevpatoria. In addition to a beach holiday, tourists can visit the local aquarium, as well as a zoo and a dolphinarium.

Naturally, the resort city made it into the Top 10 resorts on the Black Sea Sochi. The territory of the only city in Russia located in the humid subtropics stretches for 145 kilometers. In summer the air in Sochi warms up to +26 degrees. Hydrogen sulfide and iodine-bromine waters are actively used to treat many diseases. Very popular in Sochi healing mud, which are located in the Imereti Lowland in the Adler region. According to official information, there are 80 sanatoriums, 76 boarding houses and 25 health resorts in this city. It is in Sochi that the annual Kinotavr International Film Festival, theater competitions, KVN and famous jazz festivals take place. For a varied cultural recreation, guests are offered the Sochi Arboretum, Oceanarium, Dolphinarium, museums and art exhibitions. There are 15 sand and pebble beaches in Sochi, with complete infrastructure.

The TOP 10 resorts on the Black Sea includes the resort Alushta, which stretches for 80 kilometers from Cape Ayu-Dag in the west to the village of Privatnoye in the east of the Crimean peninsula. In the 15th century, one of the Genoese port-fortresses called Aluston was located on the territory of the city. The round tower and ruins of the fortress have been perfectly preserved to this day. The climatic conditions of Alushta are among the best on the South Coast. The Crimean mountains and northern winds create a favorable environment. In summer the average temperature is +24 degrees, in winter +3. Such conditions are perfect for people with diseases associated with the cardiovascular system. The beaches in Alushta are sandy and small-pebble. On the central embankment there are numerous souvenir shops, shops, restaurants, waterslides, attractions. In addition, everyone can go on various excursions or go on a yacht for a boat trip or fishing. The most popular country walks are: the valley of ghosts on the Demerdzhi slope, the Khapkhal tract, the Sotera valley and the Chatyrdag caves.

According to experts, one of best resorts on the Black Sea coast is considered Gelendzhik. It consists of 21 locality, 7 of which– These are resort villages located on the Black Sea coast. Gelendzhik is located on the shores of a picturesque bay, which has the shape of a horseshoe. Thanks to this, there are 250 sunny days here. In summer, the air temperature warms up to +24 degrees, the water temperature to +26. In Gelendzhiki, diseases of the musculoskeletal system, respiratory tract and cardiovascular system are treated. In addition, alternative medicine treatment methods are actively used here: hirudotherapy, manual therapy, acupuncture, as well as mud baths. In Gelendzhik there is an oceanarium, a water park, a dolphinarium, water attractions, two cable cars and numerous cafes and souvenir shops.

Next on the list of TOP 10 resorts on the Black Sea is Alupka. This is the second largest resort on the Southern Coast of Crimea after Yalta. This city offers tourists a lot of options for an active and relaxing holiday. On the territory of the village there are 17 sanatoriums that specialize in the treatment of the lungs and upper respiratory tract. Alupka is located 18 kilometers from Yalta, at the foot of Mount Ai-Petri. There are 28 pebble beaches that have all the necessary infrastructure. The main attraction of Alushta is the Vorontsov Palace in the middle of an ancient park. While relaxing in Alupka, be sure to climb the most high mountain Crimea Mount Ai-Petri.

Along the Black Sea coast of the Krasnodar Territory there is a resort Tuapse. It is located at the foot of the Main Caucasus Range. The climate in Tuapse is transitional from Mediterranean to humid subtropical. In summer the average temperature is +24 degrees, in winter +4. Thanks to its unique location, when vacationing in Tuapse, tourists can easily travel throughout the region. The main attraction of the city is the city park and local beaches, which are ideal for families with children. Well-developed infrastructure, numerous cafes, shops and nightclubs contribute to a pleasant stay. In Tuapse, nervous system disorders, joint diseases, respiratory diseases, as well as vegetative-vascular dystonia are treated.

The TOP 10 resorts on the Black Sea include an urban resort village Simeiz. It is located 18 kilometers from Yalta at the foot of Mount Koshka. The coastal strip stretches for five kilometers, along which there are parks and multi-meter cliffs. In the north the city is protected mountain range Ai-Petri, in the west is Mount Koshka, due to which a subtropical climate has formed in Simeiz. This resort has a number of sanatoriums that specialize in the treatment of tuberculosis, musculoskeletal system, upper respiratory tract and chronic bronchitis. In the resort area there are numerous restaurants with European and Crimean cuisine, souvenir shops and one of the largest water parks on the South Coast.

The city closes the TOP 10 resorts on the Black SeaNovorossiysk.This is the largest port in the south of Russia, its area is 834.99 square kilometers. It is located in an amphitheater along Tsemes Bay and is surrounded by the mountains of the North Caucasus. This unique bay is 17 kilometers long and 9 kilometers wide, capable of accommodating any a cruise ship. Those who want to relax on the beach should go to Shirokaya Balka, Myskhako, Abrau-Durso or visit Yuzhnaya Ozereyka. According to experts, the biggest advantage of Novorossiysk is its low prices compared to Sochi and Gelendzhik. In the city and its surroundings there is a very a large number of sanatoriums, boarding houses and hotels. Tourists are invited to visit the Abrau-Durso sparkling wine factory, which is famous throughout the world for its deep tunnels (60m), where about 8 million bottles mature at the same time. At the yacht club you can rent a boat and take an unforgettable trip along the Black Sea.

Alexey Vakulenko

traveled all over the South of Russia by car

Pictures from the Internet lure us to foreign seaside resorts to enjoy palm trees on the embankment, healing procedures and beautiful views. In fact, you can relax just as well without leaving Russia. The Black Sea coastline covers hundreds of kilometers. We have chosen, in our opinion, the best places to relax on the Black Sea.

To determine where it is best to relax on the Black Sea in Russia, it is worth taking into account the following indicators:

  • climate;
  • popularity;
  • infrastructure;
  • price;
  • attractions;
  • entertainment.

The first resort on the list of the best is Anapa. Here you can have a great time with your family and improve your health, as the resort is famous for its healing mud.

The beaches in Anapa have a gentle entrance to the water, so they are ideal for children. By the way, kids can be taught to swim and snorkel; in Anapa you can easily find a children’s trainer.

The coastal zone is not the only place to relax. We recommend visiting the famous “Russian Gate” of the Turkish fortress, the Gorgippia Museum, and looking at the Anapa lighthouse and aquarium. The pride of the resort is the dolphinarium. Its peculiarity is that the park’s water area is located in the open sea.

Not far from Anapa lies the picturesque Sukko Valley. Here you can find deserted wild beaches with small pebbles.




Perhaps Sochi is the leader in popularity. The humid subtropical climate allows the beach season to begin in early May and end closer to November.

The area fascinates with its beauty. The coastal zone borders the mountains. In the gorges, rivers form high waterfalls, nearby there are lakes and dense forests. Tourists are offered excursions to mountain canyons and caves. Sochi is not only the largest resort in Russia, but also a spacious protected area.

To get to know interesting places and the sights of the city, the beauty of its nature, go to local residents. There really is something to see here, especially after the Olympics.




Adler is part of the Sochi resort group, so it is also very popular among Russians. Here are the famous Olympic Park and the Sochi theme park. You won’t be bored in Adler; vacationers are offered:

  • dolphinarium;
  • aquapark;
  • aquarium;
  • ostrich farm;
  • arboretum;
  • apery;
  • skypark.

The local beaches are considered one of the cleanest in this region. coastline. The sanatoriums offer treatments with hydrogen sulfide silt mud and mineral waters. Such treatment is recommended for people with chronic diseases of almost all body systems.




If the purpose of your vacation is to improve your health, the best option is Gelendzhik. There are more than a dozen sanatoriums and boarding houses here. The air is saturated with the aroma of pine and juniper. There are both pebble beaches and sandy ones created artificially.

There is also a lot of entertainment in Gelendzhik:

  • three water parks;
  • Safari Park;
  • cable car;
  • amusement park;
  • dolphinarium

The area in Gelendzhik is very picturesque. Be sure to go on an excursion and get acquainted with the ancient dolmens, the Parus rock, and the waterfalls of the Zhane River.




Tuapse is another resort-sanatorium. The air here is unusually fresh, as large area occupied by forests. Here you can have great fun: ride catamarans, scuba dive and even parachute jump. At the same time, the cost of living here is lower than at the resorts of the Sochi group.

The downside of the city of Tuapse is the chemical fertilizer plant, so when settling it is better to choose places away from the center.




The most popular resort on the southern coast of Crimea is Yalta. Here, as in the case of Sochi, it is worth distinguishing between two concepts: Greater Yalta, that is, 70 km of coastline in the south of Crimea, and the city of Yalta itself.

The main attractions of this region are:

  • Wuchang-Su waterfall;
  • Mount Ai-Petri;
  • Yalta embankment;
  • "Glade of Fairy Tales";
  • Livadia Palace;
  • Vorontsov Palace;
  • Swallow's Nest in Gaspra;
  • Nikitsky Botanical Garden;
  • Massandra winery.

There are plenty of places for entertainment, including at night. For example, after sunset you can go to a party on a yacht. If you go on a boat trip during the day, get ready to see dolphins jumping out of the water.




In the southeast of Crimea there is the popular balneological and mud resort of Feodosia. The sea here is unusually clean, since the bottom in the beach areas is mostly sandy and practically not overgrown with algae. The descent is smooth, there are areas with shallow depths, which is ideal for children and people who cannot swim. The favorite place of vacationers is the Golden Beach, which is gradually replaced by a pebble coast.

For health improvement in Feodosia, the same name is used mineral water. You can also stay in a sanatorium or boarding house here.




If you are looking for an inexpensive place to relax on the Black Sea, pay attention to the small resort town of Evpatoria. The beaches here are safe; vacationers are offered a wide variety of entertainment, for example, yacht trips or diving in the caves of Tarkhankut.

To increase the level of cultural education, we advise you to get acquainted with the old part of the city. Yevpatoria is considered an open-air museum, with its mosques and Karaite kenas. This part of the city is popularly known as Little Jerusalem.




Alushta is considered one of the best vacation spots among the Crimean resorts. Swimming season starts in May and ends in October. The climate is favorable, summers are not as hot as in Yalta. The beaches here are strewn with small pebbles, the mountains are overgrown with beech and pine forests. There is also a spring with healing water.

For fans of active recreation, you can create a rich program with visits to a lot of interesting and picturesque places:

  • Chatyr-Dag mountain range;
  • Mount Castel;
  • Cape Plaka;
  • Bird Islands;
  • Khapkhal Gorge;
  • Jur-Jur waterfall;
  • Valley of Ghosts.




The cozy town of Sudak is perfect for a family holiday. It offers stunning views of the sea and valley. There is an embankment along the beach, nearby is the Sudak fortress and Cape Alchak. If the bustle of the resort and active beach activities tire you, not far from Sudak you can find a calmer and more secluded place to relax in the quiet and picturesque “colored” bays of the New World.




These are not all the options where you can go in Russia for a holiday on the Black Sea coast. Every year, with the onset of the holiday season, interesting options and promotions from tour operators and sanatoriums appear. Don't miss out on this great offer!