The Oleksandriia Dendrological Park is a landscape park of about two centuries with lakes, ponds, pavilions and rare trees, founded by the Branicki family.
Bila Tserkva is a city about 80 km south of Kyiv with one of Ukraine's best historical parks. The trip is easy by train or coach and suits a relaxed nature day; prices and hours should be confirmed locally.
| Distance | About 80 km south of central Kyiv |
|---|---|
| Travel time | 1.5 hours by train or coach |
| Getting there | Train: Ukrzaliznytsia train from Kyiv-Pasazhyrskyi or coach from Kyiv Central Bus Station to Bila Tserkva |
| Cost | Entry about 50-100 UAH ($1.10-2.20) (not verified for 2026) |
| Difficulty | easy |
| Address | Oleksandriia Dendrological Park, Bila Tserkva, Kyiv Oblast |
How to get there
- Train: Kyiv-Pasazhyrskyi to Bila Tserkva (about 1.5 hours, 100-250 UAH / $2.20-5.60)
- Coach: Kyiv to Bila Tserkva (about 1.5 hours, 120-180 UAH / $2.70-4.00)
- Taxi: Uklon or Bolt (2,000-3,000 UAH / $44-67)
Location
Oleksandriia Dendrological Park, Bila Tserkva, Kyiv Oblast
49.7907, 30.0950 View on map
Highlights
- Landscape park with lakes
- Rare tree collection
- Historic pavilions and bridges
Tips for visiting
- Combine with the old town of Bila Tserkva
- Wear walking shoes
- Check opening before travelling
- Wartime note: all of Ukraine is under Level 4 / Do Not Travel advice from the US State Department (28 August 2026) and similar UK, Canadian and Australian advice; alerts can halt trains and coaches, and the Kyiv curfew is 01:00-05:00. Check the Air Alert app before departure.
When to visit
Late spring and autumn
Accessibility
Flat but gravel paths in places.
Frequently asked questions
Is the park open in wartime?
It operated as a public park in 2026, but hours vary; check locally.