The southern coast of Crimea is most popular among tourists. The largest resorts and the best sanatoriums peninsula.
The southeastern part of Crimea includes the southern coast of the peninsula from Foros in the west to Feodosia in the east. The narrow coastal strip is limited to the north by a mountain range.
Large towns and cities on the southern coast of Crimea
The Southern Coast of Crimea (SC) includes several large settlements:
– 78,040 people
– 69,786 people
– 28,642 people
– 18,199 people
– 15,368 people
– 9,485 people
– 9,056 people
– 2,833 people
Foros – 1,982 people
Rivers flowing through the southeast of Crimea
Churuk-Su
Baybuga
Kuchuk-Uzen
Weather and climate of the southern coast of Crimea
The climate of south-eastern Crimea is subtropical, Mediterranean type with long and hot summers and short mild winters. Average temperatures (air/water):
Winter — +4…+7°C/+6…+11°C
Spring +13…+15°C/+10…+15°C
Summer +24…+32°C/+22…+25°C
Autumn +14…+19°C/+15…+20°C
Crimea map
Interesting places and attractions on the southern coast of Crimea
The southern coast of Crimea is a paradise for travel
In the 19th century, the southern coast of Crimea first attracted the attention of the Russian nobility. picturesque landscapes are complemented by summer residences and palaces, and vacations on the southern borders of the empire are becoming increasingly popular. This is not surprising: it is difficult to find a more favorable place in Russia to relax in the spring and during the velvet season.
This is how Felix Yusupov, a representative of one of the richest noble families, who also settled on the coast near Livadia, describes the peninsula in his memoirs.
Crimea is a wonderful land. It resembles the French Cote d'Azur, but its landscapes are harsher. All around are high rocky mountains; on the slopes there are pine trees, right up to the shore; The sea is changeable: peaceful and radiant in the sun and terrible in a storm. The climate is mild, there are flowers everywhere, a lot of roses.
The southeast coast amazes with the abundance of palaces and mansions made in completely different styles: they show echoes of French castles of the Renaissance, Italian Renaissance and even traces of the traditions of Ottoman architecture of the 16th-18th centuries. Each building is a separate object of art, created by famous architects in conditions of fierce competition, each park is a small botanical garden with strange plants, fountains and wonderful views of the sea.
Often, the fate of Russian history was decided in these places; details can be found in the museums occupying the premises of the palaces. For example, during the summer months the Livadia Palace became the center of state power, from which the emperor directed all processes in the country. In 1945, the palace hosted meetings that determined the post-war order in Europe. If you're nearby, be sure to take a tour. You will be amazed not only by the grandeur of the complex and its rich history, but also by the selfless attitude of the guides to the profession. It is rare to find specialists so dedicated to their work.
The Crimean health resort quickly gained popularity and was far ahead of the resorts of the Caucasus in terms of the number of vacationers. The southern coast of Taurida has become a favorite vacation spot for both ordinary citizens and representatives of the creative intelligentsia and all kinds of elites. IN different time Pushkin, Tolstoy, Chekhov, Kuprin, Korovin, Green, Chaliapin and many, many others vacationed at Crimean resorts. Crimea gave inspiration to everyone - many works of literature and art were written here, and their authors spoke enthusiastically about the peninsula.
From the beaches of Alushta, Sudak and Feodosia, a stunning change of natural landscapes begins, as if in a kaleidoscope, which can be admired from the heights of the mountains. Once you find yourself at the top of some massif, you are surprised how such a number of diverse landscapes fit on a small piece of land that will forever remain in your heart. The panorama from the Ai-Petri plateau changes several times a day. Having climbed to the top early in the morning, you will most likely see a dense veil of clouds under your feet, covering the entire space to the horizon.
Closer to noon, pine trees growing on the slopes will begin to appear in the milky haze, the fog will slowly dissipate, revealing more and more new horizons: Yalta, Cape Ai-Todor with the “Swallow’s Nest”, Bear Mountain, Vorontsov Palace, Simeiz... You will need at least half an hour just to look at the picture that appears before your eyes. Hundreds of thousands of details: the sea, the coastline, palaces, gardens, cities and houses, ships at sea - just for this view alone it is worth coming to Crimea.
In the 20th century, the island located in the village of Gurzuf became the entry card of the peninsula. Holidays in the most famous pioneer camp in the country were considered the ultimate childhood dream. It was here that delegations from socialist countries, children from friendly states came, and heads of state from near and far abroad who paid a visit to the Soviet Union often stayed here.
Today Crimea is, first of all, sea and sun. However, the southeast coast will make you take a fresh look at seemingly familiar things. A vacation here cannot only be on the beach, it includes walks in the fresh air, excursions, and fishing - the intensity of the trip depends only on your desires.
South-eastern Crimea will appeal to everyone who wants to combine a beach holiday with an eventful cultural program and active tourism.
Stretching from Foros to Sudak. Nowadays, the South Coast has everything you need for have a great holiday: sanatoriums, children's camps, hotels and campsites; The beaches are equipped with water entertainment centers. The audience is very diverse - families with children, avid party-goers, and those who want to enrich themselves with new knowledge and impressions on vacation are comfortable here.
For young travelers there are water parks, zoos, aquariums, dolphinariums and even a crocodile farm. The largest selection of entertainment for young people is in big cities. There are bars and clubs on the beaches and embankments, and beach and foam parties take place at night. For those who cannot imagine a vacation without excursions, the South Coast is full of architectural and natural attractions - palaces, peaks, observation decks, cable cars. And the famous Swallow's Nest is also here.
Resorts of the Southern Coast of Crimea
The southern coast is the hottest and most popular part of the peninsula among tourists. It stretches from Cape Aya in Balaklava to Mount Kara-Dag in Sudak and unites about 20 cities and towns. central District the southern coast - Big Yalta - includes Yalta and Alupka, as well as several smaller resorts: Gurzuf, Gaspra, Simeiz, Foros and others. Tourists come here for recreational and beach holiday, diluted with an excursion program. Local health resorts treat pulmonary, cardiovascular and nervous diseases, and the beaches have everything you need for a comfortable stay.
For the abundance of palaces and cathedrals Greater Yalta nicknamed the cultural treasury of Crimea.
One vacation is not enough to explore its many palaces, mansions and cathedrals. Inspection of historical sights can be alternated with a visit to the Skazka Zoo, Nikitsky Botanical Garden, Massandra Winery and Atlantis Water Park.
Lovers active rest can walk along mountain trails, take horse ride, learn the basics of diving or engage in caving.
Similar recreational conditions are offered by neighboring Bolshaya Alushta. However, it is not so crowded, which attracts families with children. Most eastern resort South Coast, Sudak, has become a Mecca for divers who liked its water area with underwater caves, grottoes and tunnels. Interesting objects there are also on land. For example, the famous Genoese fortress, where the annual festival of knightly art “Genoese Helmet” takes place.
Another favorite place for divers is Balaklava. This is a calm resort town, where the main entertainment is related to the sea - beach holidays, fishing, yacht trips and others. On both sides of Balaklava Bay there are semi-wild rocky beaches with clear water.
The most atmospheric resort on the southern coast is Koktebel. Creative youth traditionally gather here and various thematic festivals are held. Active sports include paragliding and aeronautics.
How to get to the Southern Coast of Crimea
Travel time by bus depends not only on the mileage, but also on the number of stops. Thus, a direct flight from Simferopol to Yalta will take only 1.5 hours and cost approximately 250 RUB. The same route with all stops will take 2.5 hours.
Trolleybuses are also in demand among tourists. The most popular route is Simferopol - Yalta, it is chosen for the picturesque views Black Sea coast. The trip lasts almost 2.5 hours, the fare costs 145 RUB. Yalta is also connected by trolleybus service to Alushta and Krasnokamenka. These flights are served by the Crimea Trolleybus company (office site). It also launched Aeroexpress trains from the airport to the railway station in Simferopol in 2015. In high season they run at 10-minute intervals, the maximum ticket price is 50 RUB. An alternative to buses and trolleybuses is private minibuses. Travel on them is not much more expensive than on buses, but time costs are reduced by 1.5-2 times.
Tickets are sold at bus station ticket offices or directly on the transport. Baggage transportation must be paid separately. There are no problems with public transport inside the resorts of the South Coast, as well as outside them. Regular flights connect all city districts, the fare ranges from 10 to 15 RUB. In small villages like Partenit public transport no, you will have to travel on foot, by taxi or by bicycle.
Rent a Car
Explore resorts and attractions South Bank Crimea is more comfortable by car - no need to connect public transport flights and depend on programs group excursions. It is convenient to start the journey from Sevastopol, where the road goes from Simferopol through Bakhchisarai. A mountain highway with serpentine leads to the Feodosia region from the Crimean capital all the way to Koktebel. In general, the roads in this part of Crimea are quite good and safe; there are no such steep serpentines as in the Caucasus. IN major cities and there are traffic jams on intercity highways during the high season. You can find free parking, but at most attractions you will have to pay for parking - 50-60 RUB per hour.
You can rent a car at Simferopol airport or book in advance online. There are international (Rentalcars, Futoeurope, Hertz and others) or local (Bas-rent and Avtoprokat-krym.rf) rental offices in the region. The cost of renting a budget foreign car in June-August will cost at least 1,500 RUB/day. During the off-season, prices drop to 800-900 RUB. Read more about the features of car rental in Crimea.
Hotels
On The skirt is large choice of accommodation methods - hotels of different star ratings, boarding houses, recreation centers, campsites, hostels, private houses and apartments. The largest number of rooms and the highest prices are in Yalta, where the most luxurious hotels in the region are located. Per night in high season you will have to pay 6,000 - 15,000 RUB for two. If you want privacy, you can rent a house or townhouse. The price range is wide - from 3,000 for a double room to 35,000 RUB for a cottage for 10-12 people per day. Per night in an economy class room in private hotel or a boarding house they will ask for a minimum of 2000-2500 RUB.
Those who want to save money and stay in Yalta should look for available places in hostels - 600-1000 RUB per bed in a shared room.
The cost of living in villages in the vicinity of Yalta and Alushta is somewhat lower. There, for 1500 RUB you can book a room with amenities and air conditioning. In a boarding house, this price often includes a minimum set of health treatments and meals. Similar prices for housing in Sudak, Koktebel and Balaklava.
For lovers of outdoor recreation, guarded campsites are equipped along the entire coast. Accommodation in your own tent costs on average 250-300 RUB, a place for a car - 200 RUB. The price includes the use of shower and toilet.
Beaches of the South Coast
The South Coast is a strip of land stretching between the ridges of the Crimean Mountains and the Black Sea. In the most wide places it does not exceed 8 km. Due to the peculiarities of the relief, the beaches in this part of the peninsula are narrow, small-pebble, mostly of artificial origin. There is no silt at the bottom, so the water in the sea is clean and transparent. Pollution levels are low even within the city limits major resorts- Yalta and Alushta.
The most pure water in Foros - thanks to two powerful currents it is constantly renewed.
Most beaches are aimed at a comfortable, civilized holiday. For those who care about infrastructure, the coast of Yalta is suitable - the beaches of Central, Dolphin, Massandrovsky, Nikitsky and others. Admission to them is free. On the territory there are cafes, restaurants, rental of beach paraphernalia and sports equipment, water activities, and on Massandrovsky there are even boutiques and a VIP zone. Renting a bungalow costs 500 RUB per hour or 1,500 RUB per day, renting an umbrella will cost at least 100 RUB, and a sun lounger will cost at least 200 RUB. Tourists with children will enjoy the uncrowded beaches. Maurice Thorez and Livadia with a gentle entrance into the water. As an alternative, you can consider the coast of Alushta, which is distinguished by a wide and clean coastal strip.
Wild deep-sea beaches can be found in the bays and capes of the western part Big Yalta: in Simeiz at the foot of the Swan rock, in the Bay of Love east of Alushta, in Dvuyakhkornaya and Lisya bays near Koktebel. At some of them you won’t be able to stay alone - informal people and nudists gather in Lisya Bay.
From the floor wild beaches Rainbow in the Alupka area and Yashmovy near Cape Fiolent, between Balaklava and Sevastopol, deserve attention. The latter attracts tourists with beautiful views and clear water.
Diving
Divers come to the South Coast for the picturesque underwater landscapes, wrecks and ancient artifacts. One of the best places for diving is Cape Meganom near Sudak. The water here is clean and transparent, even inclement weather will not interfere with the exploration of grottoes, niches, caves and tunnels. An equally interesting landscape and underwater lake can be seen in Robber Bay near Novy Svet. Nearby is Love Bay, an ideal place for beginners and family diving. Ancient artifacts and wrecks of ancient ships rest at the bottom of Zelenaya Bay. Cape Aya near Balaklava is also popular among divers. In addition to caves and grottoes, they are attracted by the bulk carrier "Vinovoz" and "Alley of Anchors". Interesting places in the Yalta area karst caves under the Swallow's Nest and fragments of ships.
There are dive centers in every more or less large resort town. Most of them specialize in test dives and equipment rental. The average cost of a dive is 2500 RUB, which includes equipment, instructions, transfer and the swim itself. Renting a package of equipment will cost 1200-1500 RUB.
Treatment on the South Coast
The healing properties of the South Coast climate have long been known; back in the 19th century, health resorts were built here to treat tuberculosis and bronchopulmonary diseases. Also, staying here will benefit people suffering from hypertension, vascular diseases of the brain, neurocircular dystonia, or having problems with the functions of the musculoskeletal system. Several institutions are focused on the rehabilitation of children with cerebral palsy. The most unusual technique in this area is dolphin therapy. It is used in the Partenita Dolphinarium and several other resorts. Most health resorts and sanatoriums are open year-round.
Scientists claim that there are only two places on our planet where the air is so saturated with ions and phytoncides that it can cure many diseases - this is Cote d'Azur in France and South Coast.
Kit medical procedures depends on the specific resort and institution. Most people use mud therapy using Saki mud, circular showers, massages, pearl baths, aromatherapy and physical therapy. Some health resorts have swimming pools with sea or fresh water. The price per day in the South Coast resorts varies from 2500 to 8000 RUB. The price includes accommodation, three dietary meals a day, classes in gyms and swimming pools and a range of wellness treatments.
What to bring
Among the banal magnets and souvenirs made from shells at resorts you can find very unique things. Jewelry and crafts made from juniper and beech growing on the peninsula are sold everywhere. Local craftsmen use them to make coasters for dishes, figurines, combs and much more. Prices start from 100 RUB. And in Yalta you can find authentic handmade jewelry made from ancient Crimean pine from the “We are Scythians” workshop.
Before buying souvenirs, make sure that they are authentic and not brought from China - at least check to see if the label says “Made in China”.
Among edibles, teas and medicinal herbs growing on the slopes of the Crimean mountains are in demand. And also jam from figs or rose petals. Another calling card of the South Coast is Massandra wines. You can buy and try them during a tour of the plant in Massandra or in branded stores in Yalta, Alushta, Alupka and other resort cities. On average, a bottle of vintage wine will cost 500-700 RUB.
Cuisine and restaurants of the South Coast
The cuisine of Crimea is a peculiar mix of Tatar, Russian, Ukrainian, Armenian, Mediterranean and Asian cuisines. The menus of restaurants and cafes are full of names of well-known dishes. In the local eateries you can taste borscht, dumplings, lagman, shish kebab, pilaf, Greek salad, dolma, cabbage rolls, oriental sweets and Massandra wines. Chefs often interpret traditional dishes in their own way using local products and herbs, which gives them a new, unusual taste.
South Coast restaurants attract tourists with colorful interiors and panoramic views. For aesthetic pleasure, it is worth visiting “Uchan-Su” next to the waterfall of the same name, the “Old Crimea” restaurant on the 12th km of the Yalta-Alushta highway, the “Orange” fusion cafe in Yalta or the “Cousteau” gastrobar at the final station cable car Yalta - Gorka.
Prices for food depend on the resort and the level of the restaurant; Yalta is considered the most expensive on the South Coast in this regard. A snack at a shawarma, pancake or other fast food outlet will cost about 200 RUB for two. The average bill for lunch in a cozy cafe with national cuisine will be 500-1000 RUB. In expensive restaurants you will have to leave about 3000 RUB.
Entertainment and attractions
Unique natural and architectural monuments are concentrated on the southern coast of Crimea. To see at least half of them, you will have to drive along the entire coast. Among the places that you must visit, it is worth noting the Swallow's Nest castle in the village of Gaspra. This structure, located on a 40-meter steep cliff, has become a symbol of the peninsula. Another iconic place with amazing panoramic view- Gazebo of the winds in Gurzuf. It is located on a rocky ledge at the top of Shaan-Kaya on the territory of the Crimean Nature Reserve.
The first two served as summer residences for members royal family. Now there are paid museum exhibitions inside. Entrance to the parks adjacent to the palaces is free. Livadia is periodically closed for official events; on these days you can walk to the palace of the Emir of Bukhara, which stands nearby.
Uchan-Su, and between Alushta and Sudak, in the valley of the Sotera River, the Geyser Waterfall is hidden. This place is also famous for the bizarre geological monument Stone Mushrooms.
Fans of active recreation will be interested in taking a walk along Mount Ayu-Dag, where hiking leads a tourist route from Partenit. It passes through an observation deck, which offers a beautiful view of the Black Sea, and descends to secluded beaches at the foot. No less interesting route starts in Sudak and goes through the Alchak-Kaya protected area. Those who prefer leisurely walks in nature will enjoy the Nikitsky Botanical Garden and the Skazka Zoo, where about 120 species of animals live, the Sea Aquarium operates, admission ticket for an adult it costs 500 RUB. Or a trip to the Yalta Crocodilarium, where you can see more than 100 species of crocodiles, turtles, lizards, reptiles and other reptiles and amphibians. Older children will be interested in the Alushta park “Crimea in Miniature”. On its open-air territory, copies of the main Crimean attractions, reduced by 12 times, have been recreated.
Weather
The weather on the South Coast is different from the rest of the peninsula. Thanks to the Crimean Mountains, which reliably shelter resorts from cold winds, the local climate is reminiscent of the Mediterranean and subtropics. The hot, dry summer lasts from May to October. However, it is more easily tolerated here than in the resort towns of Italy and Spain. Freshness is brought by the breeze blowing from the sea and mountains.
The hottest time is mid to late summer. In September the temperatures drop - a good time to get a bronze tan without burning. The sea, on the contrary, warms up to its maximum level. In November, a warm winter with rain and thick fog takes over. In April it becomes spring-like warm, and in May Crimeans already take their first swims.
The southern coast of Crimea, where is it better to relax alone, in a group or with children? Let's figure it out. The southern coast of Crimea has always been famous for its best climate, rich nature, picturesque mountains, warm sea and, as a result, it became great place for relax.
The southern Crimean resorts stretch over a distance of 150 km from Cape Aya to Mount Kara-Dag. The most popular destinations The best places to relax on the South Coast are Alushta, Gurzuf, Foros and Yalta, as well as small resort villages between them. They can be quickly reached from the capital of Crimea, and the developed transport infrastructure allows you to travel in different directions. Open in Crimea new airport- this is already a landmark.
It is on the South Coast that the world's longest trolleybus route runs, connecting Yalta, Gurzuf, Alushta and other resort villages with Simferopol.
To decide where it is best to relax on the southern coast of Crimea, you need to decide what your priorities are: sanatorium treatment, choice of excursion routes, eco-tourism, entertainment, sightseeing, amenities and developed infrastructure for a beach holiday or budget holiday. The southern coast of Crimea is suitable for all tourists, where you can relax, but each village has its own pros and cons.
Southern coast of Crimea, where is better: Privetnoye and Kanaka
Privetnoye and Kanaka are located in a picturesque location among vineyards, gardens and juniper groves. The resorts offer a relaxed and relaxing holiday on the southern coast of Crimea. There are good pebble beaches, many guest houses and especially boathouses on the first coastline, where the entire infrastructure of the villages is concentrated. Privetnoye and Kanakskaya Balka have the most hotels and guest houses in the low and mid-price range. Entertainment in the village can be found on the beach: windsurfing, sea fishing, boat rides, yacht rides or buggy rides. You can also go to the sauna, play billiards in “Katran” (Privetnoe), and sit in a cafe. Among the attractions of the southern coast of Crimea there is the Uskut Jamisi mosque and the snow-white rock Ak-Kaya, hikes to which will appeal to lovers of eco-tourism.
The southern coast of Crimea, where is the best place to relax: Rybachye
This village of the South Coast, where it is better to relax, is popular with budget tourists and especially campers. Here is one of the most popular tent camps on the seashore. The Rybachye resort on the southern coast of Crimea is located in a picturesque corner among the Crimean Mountains, thickets of cypress trees and conifers. The main attraction of the village is its wide pebble beach with dark volcanic sand and developed infrastructure.
Although central beach The village can be crowded during the peak season, tourists continue to come here as there is an unforgettable atmosphere here. In the village of Rybachye they prevail guest houses and hotels on the southern coast of Crimea in the low and middle price segment, but there are also more prestigious establishments. Here you can stay in boathouses on the seashore, as well as rent good apartments. The village has all kinds of water activities, you can take a trip to the mountains in an SUV, or go fishing in the sea. Tours to the caves are organized in the Karabi-Yayla tract. You can also go to the Jur-Jur waterfall and the waterfalls of the Satera River, to the Chaban-Kale fortress, which is over 600 years old.
The southern coast of Crimea, where to relax: Malorechenskoye and Solnechnogorskoye
The villages of Malorechenskoye and Solnechnogorskoye are located 2 km from each other, you can walk there.
Although they are located among the Crimean Mountains, the mountains in this area are not very high, and therefore there is always a light breeze, which makes it easier to endure the heat. The villages have good small-pebble beaches with developed infrastructure. In Malorechenskoye there is a unique temple-lighthouse structure that serves both.
This is also where Observation deck, which offers stunning views of the coastline. Not far from Solnechnogorsk there is a 15-meter waterfall Dzhur-Dzhur and an Orthodox church located nearby.
In the villages you can accommodate in establishments of the low and medium price segment.
South Coast: where is the best place to relax - Alushta
Alushta, where you can relax on the southern coast of Crimea, has always been considered one of the most popular resorts. Big Alushta on the southern coast of Crimea includes more than a dozen resorts located to the east and to the west. Alushta has a lot of entertainment and attractions, as well as private municipal and wild beaches, where vacationers will always find the ideal place to relax. The beaches of the southern coast of Crimea in Alushta consist of small and large pebbles and have good infrastructure, and water activities are offered on many beaches.
In Alushta you can stay in establishments of all price segments, although housing in the private sector is a little more expensive than in other places. There are also sanatoriums and boarding houses in the village and surrounding areas where you can undergo procedural treatment. On the southern coast of Crimea in Alushta, all possible entertainment will be available to you and access to many attractions will be available. Among them are the Marble Cave, the exhibition “Crimea in Miniature” on the street. Gorky, Scythian Naples, Aluston fortress, Alushta Aquarium, etc.
Tours to the Southern Coast of Crimea
South Coast: where to relax - Utes and Partenit
Utes and Partenit, where it is better to relax on the southern coast of Crimea, are very popular among tourists. Holidays on the southern coast of Crimea here are not conducive to a budget holiday, and this is especially true for Utes, where renting luxury apartments is popular, and the village itself is reminiscent of Portofino in Italy, or something similar. Parthenite also refers to prestigious resorts Crimea, but here it is much easier to rent housing in the middle price segment and the private sector. You can undergo a course of treatment in the Crimea and Aivazovskoye sanatoriums.
The main attraction of Partenit is Mount Ayu-Dag, and in Utes there is a large park and the ancient castle of Countess Gagarina. The beaches in the villages are small and narrow, consisting of small and large pebbles.
Where to relax on the South Coast: Gurzuf
Gurzuf, where it is better to relax on the South Coast, is considered one of the most famous and visited resorts in Crimea. There is a well-developed infrastructure, entertainment industry, and attractions that tourists admire. In Gurzuf you can stay in one of the sanatoriums and improve your health. You can also stay in mini-hotels and hotels of all price categories. The beaches in Gurzuf are pebbly and have several dozen municipal and private beaches. As a rule, the private beaches of Gurzuf have an infrastructure that the beaches of other resorts can envy. Gurzufskaya embankment is one of the most beautiful and exemplary in Crimea. Entertainment in Gurzuf is available for every taste, from beach attractions to good restaurants with excellent cuisine. The village's attractions include the Gurzuf Garden, Adalary Rocks, Chekhov's Dacha Museum, the Pushkin Museum and the Suuk-Su Palace.
Big Yalta, Southern coast of Crimea
Yalta is truly considered a pearl Crimean peninsula. Greater Yalta includes many resort villages where you can stay in the private sector and establishments of all price categories. The Greater Yalta on the southern coast of Crimea includes the villages of Danila, Nikita, Otradnoye, Massandra, Vinogradnoye, Livadia, Oreanda, Gaspra, Koreiz, Alupka, Simeiz and others.
The beaches and their infrastructure are almost the same everywhere. The structure of the beaches is small and large pebbles. Almost along the entire perimeter of the coastline in the area of resort villages, the beaches are separated by breakwaters and have concrete embankments. You can relax everywhere municipal beaches, or after staying in a sanatorium, relax on a departmental part of the coastline. There are also private beaches, and this is especially noticeable in central Yalta and Massandra.
Resort villages located east of Yalta offer more affordable holidays on the southern coast of Crimea, compared to villages in the western part. In Greater Yalta they are concentrated imperial palaces and palaces of the Russian nobility - Massandra Palace, Livadia Palace, Vorontsov Palace, Swallow's Nest Castle, Dulber Palace Complex. In Yalta, on the southern coast of Crimea, there is a zoo, a dolphinarium, an aquarium and amusement parks, as well as museums, theaters and cinemas. In the village of Nikita you can visit the famous Nikitsky Botanical Garden and the alley of cacti.
In the western part of Big Yalta on the southern coast of Crimea is located famous mountain Ai-Petri, which can be reached by cable car.
Foros
Foros, where it is better to relax on the southern coast of Crimea, has always been considered a favorite vacation spot for the party elite of the USSR. Today Foros is an ecologically clean place, and therefore the demand for holidays here is always high. Holidays on the southern coast of Crimea in Foros itself cannot be called budgetary, and the reason for this is high prices for accommodation. In the neighboring resort villages of Sanatornoye, Oliva, Beregovoe, you can rent inexpensive housing in the private sector or stay in a mid-price hotel. In these villages you can rent excellent private villa at a relatively low price. The beaches in Foros and the surrounding area are pebbly, and in some places with rocky ridges, and have good infrastructure, especially those that belong to private establishments. In Foros and the surrounding area you can visit the house-museum of Yulian Semenov, who lived here for a long time, the Kuznetsov Palace, the Baydarovsky Gate, the Church of the Ascension of Christ, the Foros Park, the Devil's Staircase pass, the Shuldan Monastery and the fortress on Mount Isar-Kaya.
Hotels on the Southern Coast of Crimea
Now you know where to relax on the southern coast of Crimea. This place is distinguished by a variety of resort towns and cities. Making a choice is never easy, so it’s better to travel and get to know new places. The southern coast of Crimea is a vacation where you simply cannot sit still!
Cities and towns of the Southern Coast of Crimea — the best place for holidays in Crimea. If you want to see a large number of attractions, you can safely choose these cities and towns. The southern coast of Crimea is the most picturesque mountainous part of Crimea with beautiful landscapes, greenery and the most delicious air. The South Coast stretches from Cape Aya to Mount Kara-Dag. There are 160 km between them, the famous South Coast Highway and mountain serpentine.
These places are incredibly beautiful and rich in attractions.
Location, climate
Cities and towns on the South Coast have the best climate. The southern coast of Crimea is sheltered from the winds from the north by the Crimean Mountains. The Black Sea approaches the South Coast from the south. This secluded place between the mountains and the sea has its own unique microclimate; it is not for nothing that the largest number of health resorts in Crimea were built here. Unique conifers, cedars, pine, spruce, juniper, and cypress trees grow on the southern coast of Crimea. They produce medicinal phytoncides into the air, which kill pathogenic bacteria.
The Black Sea sea air is also useful. It's saturated ozone, magnesium ions, salts, iodine, there is no dust and smog.
The climate on the southern coast of Crimea is Mediterranean; even in winter the temperature does not drop below +10 degrees. The holiday season on the southern coast of Crimea begins in May and lasts until October. In May, the water warms up to +18 degrees, only seasoned tourists swim. The most best time for holidays on the South Coast - July, August and early September. At this time the water is +23 degrees, the weather during the day is +30 degrees and a light sea breeze is blowing.
Cities and towns of the Southern Coast of Crimea
If you want to see the most beautiful places, come to the southern coast of Crimea. The towns and villages here are so picturesque and so diverse that there is something for everyone. From Cape Aya to Kara-Dag along the southern coastal highway there are the most best cities and villages of the South Coast. Further details about each of them.
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Cape Aya
- uncrowded places on the South Coast, where people come mainly by car. During the Crimean War, it was here that the ship “Black Prince” sank, and gold coins are still found in the area of Cape Aya.
Foros
— the village of South Coast with beautiful views and healing air with phytoncides. Recently, Foros has been actively developing. There is a good sanatorium and park here.
Kastropol
is a small quiet village on the southern coast of Crimea with several shops, a small market and a cafe. There aren't very many people here. The beach has pebbles, sometimes large.
Katsiveli
- a small village of the South Coast. It is famous for its oyster farm and beautiful view to Mount Cat. The beach is pebble, there are stones, not many people. Nearby is the Blue Bay water park.
Simeiz
- a village on the southern coast of Crimea with steep climbs and stairs near Mount Koshka. There are a lot of people. But the village has a healing climate and beautiful nature.
Alupka
- this is the village of South Coast with pebble beaches and Vorontsovsky Park. It is clean, picturesque, and the air is very tasty.
Koreiz
- a village on the southern coast of Crimea, where 90% of the beaches belong to sanatoriums and hotels. The famous Yusupov Palace is located in the village.
Gaspra
— picturesque village of South Coast with a good location, famous Swallow's Nest- the calling card of Crimea. There are very steep ascents and descents here. The sea is clean.
Livadia
- a village on the southern coast of Crimea, in which the Livadia Palace is located. Here you can walk along the royal (sunny) path.
- most beautiful city South Coast in Crimea, surrounded by picturesque mountains, and itself located on the plain. There are no steep descents or ascents, there is always something to do and see. It inspired writers and now attracts a lot of tourists. Perhaps Yalta is the most populous city in Crimea. But they come here because Yalta is really good. From here it is convenient to travel to the sights of Crimea.
- a small village of the South Coast, which is located 5 km from Yalta. Massandra is famous for its wines, the Massandra Palace (located above the South Coast Highway) and the Massandra beach, awarded the blue flag.
- a village on the southern coast of Crimea, where most tourists come to explore the Nikitsky Botanical Garden. The garden was founded in 1812 by Christian Stevan. Unique plants from all over the world grow here, but in addition to the Botanical Garden, Nikita has a good beach and Cape Martyan. A village with steep climbs uphill.
Gurzuf
- a very beautiful small village of the South Coast. There are always a lot of people here, prices are high. The beaches are pebble and clean. Here it is nice park sanatorium "Gurzufsky" and the famous camp "Artek".
Parthenite
- a very beautiful village on the southern coast of Crimea in the suburbs of Alushta. Here is one of the best parks in Crimea - “Aivazovskoe”, dear luxury hotels, but there is also a private sector and apartment buildings. The public beach in Partenit is not very well maintained, but the paid beaches are good and not crowded.
Cliff
- a small village of the South Coast, Crimean Santa Barbara with boathouses by the sea, the Karasansky nature reserve and Gagarina’s palace.
Small Mayak
- a village on the southern coast of Crimea, 1.5 km away from the sea. You can rent inexpensive accommodation here, but walking uphill is not very convenient.
Alushta
- a city in the South Coast that you want to return to. There is entertainment, an aquarium, dolphinariums, parks and a very long strip of beaches to suit every taste. It is convenient to go on excursions from Alushta; there are also many attractions in the surrounding area.
Semidvore
- a small village of the South Coast near Alushta. The village is located below the Sudak highway, sheltered from it by forest. It's quiet and very peaceful here.
Satera
- another village on the southern coast of Crimea, 2 km from the Sudak highway. If you drive along the highway, you may not even know that there is a village here.
- a small village of the South Coast along the Sudak highway. The beach here is not for everyone - with dark sand and pebbles of volcanic origin. In the village you can find budget housing, then its main advantage. From Alushta to Solnechnogorsk there is a beautiful mountain serpentine.
- a village on the southern coast of Crimea, 2 km from Solnechnogorsk. There is a highway running along the city, and with the opening of the Crimean Bridge there are a lot of cars on it. In Malorechenskoye there are several attractions - cheese kala, a lighthouse temple, a museum of water disasters and the same beaches with gray sand.
Rybachye
- another village of the South Coast with low prices and a large number of campers. There are a lot of cars here, but not enough space. Rybachye attracts tourists with low prices, but again, here the route runs along the sea, cars drive literally over the heads of vacationers.
Marine
- a village on the southern coast of Crimea along the highway with low prices. The village is extended from the sea, so you can find cheap housing. The Kino group once settled here, and fans still come to see the guitar-shaped monument of this group.
New World
- a very beautiful village of the South Coast, where the famous Golitsyn trail is located and winery. This place is a must-visit for all lovers of the sea, mountains and picturesque nature.
- a developed city of the South Coast with nightlife, shopping, entertainment and a medieval Genoese fortress. Not a bad place for young people to relax in Crimea. Very a nice place and the bright blue color of the water.
Map of the Southern Coast of Crimea with villages
Such different places can be seen on the South Coast. Cities and towns are located along the Yuzhnoberezhnoe and Sudak highways.
The southern coast of Crimea, cities and towns along the sea are the best places for growing Crimean figs, cherries, peaches, persimmons, pears and apples. Vineyards grow on the South Coast, from which famous Crimean wines are made.
We have reviewed South Coast, cities and towns, which a map of the Southern Coast of Crimea with villages will help you find. Don't forget to download the Travellinka branded map of Crimea. If you love Crimea, there is a subscription form below for new articles.
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