Practical Information
Updated: Jan 2, 2026Visit Duration
Minimum2 hours
Recommended4 hours
Maximum5 hours
Entrance Fee
Adult
600 RUB~600 $
Student
300 RUB~300 $
Children under 16 free. Adults: 800-1200 RUB. Tour included in ticket. 18th century wooden architecture. UNESCO site
Best Time to Visit
June-July — white nights, long daylight. September — golden autumn, fewer tourists. Winter (January-February) — fairytale atmosphere but cold.
Crowd Level
Moderate — comfortableHow to Get There
Summer (May-October) — by hydrofoil from Petrozavodsk (1.5 hours, ~$50). Winter (January-March) — by hovercraft over frozen Lake Onega.
What to Expect
Three wooden structures on a narrow spit: majestic multi-domed Transfiguration Church, elegant Intercession Church, and tent-roofed bell tower. After 84 years of restoration, Transfiguration Church is open — inside is a unique wooden iconostasis with over 100 icons from the 17th-18th centuries.
Best Photo Spot
Classic view — from the pier at the entire pogost ensemble. View from the bell tower at Transfiguration Church and lake. Sunset from the western shore of the island.
When to Visit
Best Time
JunJulAug
Good Time
MaySep
Avoid
AprNovDec
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
Not availableCharging
No outletsMobile signal
PoorFacilities & Services
audio guide
guided tours
gift shop
restrooms
cafe
Working Hours
Updated: Jan 2, 2026Monday08:00 — 20:00
Tuesday08:00 — 20:00
Wednesday08:00 — 20:00
Thursday08:00 — 20:00
Friday08:00 — 20:00
Saturday08:00 — 20:00
Sunday08:00 — 20:00
Note
Season May 15 - Oct 15. Entry 1000 RUB adults, 500 RUB children 6-17. Boat from Petrozavodsk 5200 RUB (1.5h) or bus 3700 RUB (5h). UNESCO. Russia's largest wooden architecture museum. Winter access limited.
Accessibility
Wheelchair Access
Not accessible
Audio Guide
Available
Staff Assistance
Available
faq.title
faq.subtitle Kizhi Pogost
Yes, the main frame of Transfiguration Church was built without nails — only with an axe and joints. Nails were used only for attaching lemekh (wooden shingles) on the domes.
Yes! After 84 years of restoration, the church opened in 2021. Inside is a unique wooden iconostasis with over 100 icons.
Minimum 3-4 hours. Hydrofoil stays at the island about 4 hours — enough for main sights. Full island exploration needs a whole day.
Travel Tips
Useful tips for visiting Kizhi Pogost
Entrance ~600₽. Tour included. Children under 16 free. Museum open year-round: 10AM-4PM (winter), 9AM-7PM (summer). Bring warm clothes!
Summer by hydrofoil from Petrozavodsk (1.5 hours). Winter by hovercraft over ice. Book in advance — seats sell out fast!
Main sights — Transfiguration Church (22 domes, 37m) and Intercession Church. Inside Transfiguration — unique iconostasis with 100+ icons.
Best photos — from pier at the ensemble, from bell tower at lake, at sunset from western shore.
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