faq.subtitle Arkhangelsk
White Nights are a natural phenomenon where the sun barely sets. In Arkhangelsk, they occur from mid-May to July, with up to 21 hours of daylight
Located 25 km from city. Take bus 104 from main bus station (45 min, 80 rubles) or taxi (500-700 rubles)
Yes, temperatures can drop to -25°C. Bring very warm clothing: coat, hat, gloves, winter boots
Useful tips for visiting Arkhangelsk
Visit in June-July to experience the White Nights
The Peter the Great statue on the embankment is the one on the 500 ruble note
Try local smoked fish — a specialty of the region
In winter bring layers and waterproof boots
Use taxi apps only - never hail on the street
Average temperature by month
location.transport.subtitle
| location.transport.title | location.transport.price | location.transport.app | location.transport.note |
|---|---|---|---|
location.transport.bus | 48 ₽ ~0.58 $ | — | Bus and trolleybus: 48 RUB per ride (since December 2025). Increased from 40 RUB. Cash or bank card payment. Routes cover entire city. Operate ~06:00-23:00 |
location.transport.taxi | 100 ₽ ~1.2 $ | Yandex Go | Yandex Go is the main app. Minimum ~100 RUB. City rides ~13 RUB/km. Also Maxim, Vezet, Snezhok (from 100 RUB). City rides 100-200 RUB. Yandex phone: +7 (8182) 222 222 |
location.transport.train | 3577 ₽ ~43.5 $ | — | Train Moscow — Arkhangelsk: from 3,577 RUB (platzkart), from 5,516 RUB (compartment). Travel time ~20-22 hours. Also trains from St. Petersburg. Buy at tutu.ru or RZD. Several daily services |
location.transport.ferry | 50 ₽ ~0.61 $ | — | River ferry on Northern Dvina: 50-100 RUB. Seasonal routes (May-October). Connects center with islands and suburbs. No international ferries. Schedule at river station website |
location.transport.trolleybus | 48 ₽ ~0.58 $ | — | Same fare as bus: 48 RUB. Trolleybus network covers central Arkhangelsk districts. Cash or bank card payment |
Cost of food, accommodation and services
Prices are approximate and may vary by season and area.
Hotels and rental prices
Prices are approximate. Book in advance during high season.
location.payment.subtitle
Cards widely accepted. Cash for markets and minibuses
Russian Ruble (RUB). Visa/Mastercard do not work. UnionPay and Mir cards work
10% appreciated in restaurants. Not mandatory
Attractions and points of interest