9 days in Minsk Itinerary

As the capital and largest city of Belarus, Minsk represents a cultural center full of churches, libraries, museums, and theatres.

Venture out of the city with trips to Mir (Chapel and Burial Vault Svyatopolk-Mirskikh & Mir Castle), Holy Spring of St. Nicholas (in Lahojsk) and Nesvizh (Dom na Rynke, National Historical and Cultural Museum and Reserve Niasvizh, &more). Next up on the itinerary: examine the collection at Museum Strana Mini, steep yourself in history at Khatyn Memorial, brush up on your military savvy at Belarusian State Museum of the History of the Great Patriotic War, and don't miss a visit to Central Botanical Garden of the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus.

To find maps, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Minsk journey maker site.

If you are flying in from United Arab Emirates, the closest major aiport is Minsk National Airport. Expect a daytime high around 0°C in February, and nighttime lows around -4°C.