City: Minsk
Top Things to do in Minsk
Top 10 Things to do Good for Big Groups in Minsk, Belarus
Serving as both the capital of Belarus and the headquarters of the Commonwealth of Independent States, Minsk is a hub of business and government. Although few older buildings survived WWII bombings and Stalinist construction projects, Belarusians are proud of their capital's long history and its continued cultural importance. The city boasts 16 museums, 11 theaters, and 139 libraries, including the National Library of Belarus, with collections housed in a towering glass geometric ball.
Restaurants in Minsk
1. Loshitskiy Park
2. Museum Strana Mini
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 703 reviews
Museum of architectural miniatures «Strana mini» is an excellent choice for tourists. What expects you in «Strana mini»: ❶ Sightseeing exposure of 22 key Belarussian attractions, trip to which you're able to take directly from the museum; ❷ Souvenir shop with a large range of souvenirs and presents from Belarus, made by more than 100 Belarusian craftsmen; ❸ English-speaking tour-guides; ❹ «Strana mini» mobile app is an audio-guide in the Russian and English languages. You can download this app absolutely gratis; ❺ Virtual Reality zone, where you can see sights outside and inside; ❻ 2 photo zones «Traditional Belarusian house» and «Belarusian bison-swing»; ❼ Free high-speed wi-fi; ❽ Rest zone; ❾ Each ticket includes photos & audio-guide. Museum “Strana mini” is a perfect place for getting acquainted with Belarus.
Reviewed By E1445ZPjamess
Museum Strana Mini is a great place to get an overview of many of Belarus' major castles, historical sites and important buildings all in one place! Staff are helpful, the audio guides incredibly informative and the models themselves are really detailed! My one suggestion is that they should consider more signposting outside - we walked past the museum twice as there is only one sign and a cherry-picker was parked in front of it! Other than this, great addition to any itinerary in Minsk!
3. Las Legas
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 22 reviews
The first and only one Lego museum in Belarus. The largest private collection of sets. Many exclusive and rare items in the large hall of 450 square meters! A game room where you can make legos from thousands of details; console room where you can play lego games on PS4 consoles and much more.
4. Victory Square
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 804 reviews
Reviewed By zich6 - Sagle, United States
While it is now under construction and can't be accessed due to retaining walls, the monument dominates the skyline and reminds all of the historic Belarusian victories.
5. Minsk-Arena Complex
6. Belarusian Folk Museum of Architecture and Rural Life
7. Central Botanical Garden of the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 284 reviews
8. The National Art Museum of the Republic of Belarus
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 326 reviews
Reviewed By dswatts69 - Manchester, United Kingdom
A wonderful art gallery in the heart of Minsk showcasing Belarusian art from the past few centuries. One pays around £3 to enter, a little more if you wish to take photos. The old stone building is attached to a grand and impressive modern extension. This holds yet more art. I was greatly impressed by the breadth of the collection and recommended spending an hour or so browsing. It's centrally located on vulica Lienina and there is a cafe which looked pleasant.
9. National Library of Belarus
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,599 reviews
Reviewed By Aldhuwaiher - Saham, Oman
Very impressive building; attractive landmark with modernised 8 angles glass shaped; well noticed from tha main road crossing Minsk; touring with some friends visiting the observation deck on the 22 flour as I remembered; then going down one level by stairs there is a very nice and lovely cafe with an amazing view; then visiting the library lobby taking some photos.it is very recommended to have a visit while touring the capital of Belarus.
10. Island of Tears
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 964 reviews
Reviewed By B1714D - Belgrade, Serbia
Island of Tears is an artificial island set in the center on a meander of the Svislach river. It's a memorial to many fallen Belarus during the Afghan war. The island (or at least a part of it) is made of Afghan soil which weeping mothers brought back from their son's graves. The memorial occupies the central island's spot, on a small hill just after crossing the bridge. It's in a form of a chapel with larger than life mourning mothers on all 4 sides. Inside the open air chapel the soldiers names are inscribed. Beside the memorial is a weeping angel crying he couldn't save them, and Afghan provinces stone markers where they died are scaterred around. Apart from the sad side, the island offers best views of Minsk downtown area all around.
