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Irkutsk Travel Guide

Irkutsk is located in the southeast of Eastern Siberia. It is the capital of Russia’s Irkutsk Oblast. The city has a history spanning over 300 years. Irkutsk Oblast is home to over 1500 tourist locations. A popular location is Lake Baikal and Irkutsk is the closest city to it. There are many examples of unique historic architecture in the city. Some outstanding examples are the Church of the Savior, Sobor Bogoyavlensky, Znamensky Monastery, and the city’s various museums.
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What to Do

Looking for things to do in Irkutsk? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Circumbaikal Railway

Circumbaikal Railway

5.4
4.5/534 Reviews
"Other Sightseeing Tours"
130 Kvartal

130 Kvartal

4.2
4.6/541 Reviews
"Popular Spots"
"Featured Neighborhoods"
Silver Mall

Silver Mall

3.7
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"Modern Architecture"
Yarkomoll

Yarkomoll

3.7
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"Modern Architecture"
Skver Im. Kirova

Skver Im. Kirova

3.6
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Kazanskaya Tserkov'

Kazanskaya Tserkov'

3.6
4.6/5102 Reviews
"Churches and Cathedrals"
"Popular Spots"
Barguzin

Barguzin

3.4
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Angara River

Angara River

3.4
4.6/573 Reviews
"Rivers"
youth Island

youth Island

3.3
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Irkutskiy Akademicheskiy Dramaticheskiy Teatr Imeni N.p. Okhlopkova

Irkutskiy Akademicheskiy Dramaticheskiy Teatr Imeni N.p. Okhlopkova

3.3
5.0/53 Reviews
"theater theater"
"Theaters"

Where to Stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Irkutsk, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Apartment at Baykalskaya 234 V/4

Apartment at Baykalskaya 234 V/4

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130 Hotel

130 Hotel

4.1/51 Reviews
Apartment on Marata 17

Apartment on Marata 17

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Pribaikalskaya

Pribaikalskaya

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Apartment Irkutsk

Apartment Irkutsk

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Studio Apartment na Mopra 2

Studio Apartment na Mopra 2

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Klever KompaktDeLyuks Appart-Hotel

Klever KompaktDeLyuks Appart-Hotel

4.3/5This user hasn't left any comments yet
Spektr

Spektr

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Gostevoi Dom Kheivitsa

Gostevoi Dom Kheivitsa

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Alpari Hotel

Alpari Hotel

4.0/51 Reviews
Vega Hotel

Vega Hotel

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Hostels Rus Irkutsk

Hostels Rus Irkutsk

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What to Eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Irkutsk dishes and foodie spots.
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Rassolnik

Rassolnik

4.6/547 Reviews
Avg. USD37/person
"Western-style"
"Famous Restaurants"
Mesto Vstrechi

Mesto Vstrechi

4.3/54 Reviews
Avg. USD10/person
"Western-style"
Kochevnik

Kochevnik

4.8/54 Reviews
Avg. USD22/person
"Asian Cuisine"
"Open Late"
Cake Home

Cake Home

4.5/54 Reviews
Avg. USD14/person
"Western-style"
Wang ji

Wang ji

4.4/57 Reviews
DesignBar

DesignBar

4.7/56 Reviews
Avg. USD10/person
"Bars/Bistros"
Bier Haus

Bier Haus

4.5/54 Reviews
Avg. USD16/person
"Western-style"
Zolotoi Gus

Zolotoi Gus

4.5/52 Reviews
Antrekot

Antrekot

4.7/53 Reviews
Avg. USD10/person
"Bars/Bistros"
Figaro

Figaro

4.3/522 Reviews
Avg. USD53/person
"Western-style"
"Open Late"
Pizza Domino

Pizza Domino

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Smart Cafe

Smart Cafe

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Discover the Real Irkutsk With a Local Expert

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Lake Baikal, Irkutsk, turn the places you want to go into the road under your feet
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Lake Baikal in Russia! Refresh your shock baseline!
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EMELIA SCHULTZ
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A winter off-the-beaten-path travel destination that I must recommend to everyone:
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Nice hidden gem in Siberia
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