16th-century red-brick fortress with 13 towers overlooking the confluence of Volga and Oka rivers. One of Russia's best-preserved kremlins, never captured by enemies. Contains government buildings, WWII memorial, and stunning river panoramas from the walls.
Metro: Gorkovskaya station — Kremlin is 3 min walk. Also Kremlyovskaya station (exit to Minin Square). Buses and trolleybuses to 'Minin Square' or 'Skoba' stops. From Moskovsky railway station — metro to Gorkovskaya (2 stops).
Dmitrievskaya Tower — main entrance. From walls to Oka and Volga confluence. Evening tower illumination.
Useful tips for visiting Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin
Kremlin territory entry is free. Wall walk costs 150 RUB. Best views from Dmitrievskaya Tower. WWII military equipment exhibition on grounds.
Kremlin is in central Nizhny Novgorod on high Volga bank. Nearest metro — Gorkovskaya station. Parking around kremlin is paid and limited.
16th-century kremlin with 13 towers — one of largest in Russia. Never captured by enemy. Views of Oka and Volga confluence from grounds. Administrative buildings and museums inside.
Dmitrievskaya Tower — main entrance from Minin Square. From kremlin walls — panorama of Oka and Volga confluence. Evening illumination of towers and walls.
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