Gorky Park

Gorky Park (officially Maxim Gorky Central Childrens Park) is the oldest and most beloved park in Minsk, founded in 1805 as the Governors Garden. Covering 28 hectares along the Svislach River near Victory Square, it offers a perfect blend of nature and entertainment. The parks iconic 56-meter Ferris wheel has become a Minsk landmark, offering panoramic city views. Other attractions include a planetarium, childrens railway, vintage amusement rides, ice skating rink, and the House of Santa Claus. The park underwent major renovation in 2024-2025 for its 220th anniversary.

Practical Information

Updated: Jan 6, 2026

Visit Duration

Minimum1 hours

Recommended2 hours

Maximum4 hours

Entrance Fee

Free

Free entry. Amusement rides have separate fees. Ice skating in winter

Best Time to Visit

Spring through autumn for rides and outdoor activities. Winter offers ice skating. Weekends are busiest but most festive. Evening Ferris wheel rides offer city lights views.

Crowd Level

Moderate — comfortable

Official Website

How to Get There

Near Victory Square and metro station Ploshchad Pobedy. Walking distance along the Svislach River from the city center.

What to Expect

A charming historic park with a mix of vintage and modern amusements, beautiful riverside scenery, and family-friendly attractions. The iconic Ferris wheel, planetarium, and seasonal activities make it a must-visit for all ages.

Connectivity

Wi-Fi

Not available

Facilities & Services

toilets

cafe

playground

amusement rides

ice skating

Working Hours

Updated: Jan 6, 2026

Monday24 hours

Tuesday24 hours

Wednesday24 hours

Thursday24 hours

Friday24 hours

Saturday24 hours

Sunday24 hours

Note

Park open 24/7, free. Rides in summer 10AM-9PM. Ferris wheel, planetarium. Ice rink in winter. Near Svisloch River. Metro: Ploshcha Peramohi.

Accessibility

Wheelchair Access

Fully accessible

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Gorky Park is the oldest park in Minsk, founded in 1805 as the Governors Garden. It was renamed after Soviet writer Maxim Gorky in 1936 and became a childrens park in 1960. It celebrated its 220th anniversary in 2025 after major renovation.

The 56-meter Ferris wheel is a Minsk icon, offering panoramic views of the city and Svislach River. Its one of the tallest in Belarus. Evening rides are particularly beautiful with city lights. Each cabin holds 6 people and one rotation takes about 10 minutes.

Travel Tips

Useful tips for visiting Gorky Park

The rooftop bar has the best sunset views—make a reservation. Happy hour is 5-7 PM with half-price cocktails. Dress code is smart casual—no flip-flops or beachwear.

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Gorky Park

Practical Information

Visit Duration

Entrance Fee

Best Time to Visit

Crowd Level

How to Get There

What to Expect

Connectivity

Facilities & Services

Working Hours

Accessibility

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Travel Tips

Reviews

Weather

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Trinity Suburb

National Library of Belarus

Red Church

Island of Tears

Upper Town

Museum of the Great Patriotic War