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Travel to Lviv – The Ultimate Visitor Guide
Essential Visitor Info & Travel Hints
- Best time to visit: May–September for warm weather, December for Christmas markets.
- Language: Ukrainian is official, but English and Polish are common in tourist areas.
- Currency: Ukrainian Hryvnia (UAH). Credit cards accepted, but cash is needed for markets and transport.
- Emergency: Call 112 for police, fire, or ambulance in Ukraine.
- Tap water: Safe for brushing teeth, but locals prefer bottled for drinking.
- Electricity: 230V, Europlug/socket type C & F.
How to Get to Lviv (Flights, Trains, Buses, Driving)
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Lviv Danylo Halytskyi International Airport – Official airport website with live flight info, connections, and taxi info.
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Rome2Rio – Travel to Lviv from anywhere – Multi-modal route planner for flights, trains, buses, and car.
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Ukrainian Railways (UZ) Online Booking – Book domestic and international train tickets.
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International Buses to Lviv – Busfor – Find and book bus tickets from Poland, Germany, Czechia, and other countries.
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Driving to Lviv – Google Maps Directions
Where to Stay: Hotels & Unique Accommodation
Museums and Virtual Tours
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Museums of Lviv – Official City Guide – Full directory of art, history, and specialty museums in Lviv.
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Lviv Historical Museum – Google Arts & Culture – Explore museum collections and digital exhibitions.
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Lviv Museum of the History of Religion – Virtual Tour
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Lviv Arsenal Museum – Medieval arms, armor, and fascinating artifacts.
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Lviv Interactive – Virtual City Map – Digital reconstructions and virtual exhibitions of Lviv’s past.
Must-See Sights & Experiences
Local Tours & Excursions
Dining & Cafés
Visa & Entry Requirements
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Ukraine Visa & Entry Info – Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Official government site for all visa, e-visa, and entry information.
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Ukraine Travel – US Embassy Visa Information
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Entry Requirements – UK Gov Travel Advice
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Note: EU, US, Canada, UK, and many other citizens can visit Ukraine visa-free for up to 90 days.
Transport within Lviv
Safety, Currency, Weather, and Local Tips
Lviv for Families & Accessible Travel
Useful Links & Emergency Info