Viciebsk, Belarus — Ultimate City Guide

Why go

City in Vitebsk Region, Belarus.
Served by Vitebsk Vostochny Airport (VTB).

History

Vitebsk or Vitsyebsk is a city in north-eastern Belarus. It serves as the administrative center of Vitebsk Region and Vitebsk District, though it is administratively separated from the district. As of 2025, it has 358,927 inhabitants, making it the country's fourth-largest city. It is served by Vitebsk Vostochny Airport and Vitebsk Air Base.

Restaurants & places to go

Smile coffee

Coffee Shop, Cafe · http://www.smile-coffee.by/ Opening hours: Mo-Fr 07:30-22:00; Sa,Su 10:00-23:00 · vk.com

Indoor

Карчма на Пакроўцы

Cafe · 2-й категории Opening hours: Mo-Su 11:00-23:00 · vk.com

Indoor

Кафетерий «Таверна»

Cafe · комплексные обеды, банкеты Opening hours: Mo-Su 10:00-15:00,16:00-23:00 · taverna2015.blogspot.com.by

Indoor

столовая «Ника»

Fast Food · 2-й наценочной категории Opening hours: Mo-Fr 08:00-17:00 · nika.by

Indoor

KFC

Chicken, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Su 09:00-23:00 Features: takeaway · kfc.by

Indoor

Бургер Кинг

Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Su 10:00-23:00 Features: takeaway · burger-king.by

Indoor

Burger King

Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Su 10:00-23:00 Features: takeaway · burger-king.by

Indoor

Domino's Pizza

Pizza, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Su 11:00-23:00 Features: takeaway · dominos.by

Indoor

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Airports

Vitebsk Vostochny Airport (VTB) 12 km to the centre

Vitebsk, VI, BY — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.

Indoor | Outdoor

Aerodrom Kukoviatsino 15 km to the centre

VI, BY

Outdoor

Getting there by ferry

прычал

Ferry terminal · 0.4 km from the centre

Outdoor

Местечко

Ferry terminal · 1 km from the centre

Outdoor

Where things are

Photographs

When to go

Tourist season

May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season

April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding

Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Vitebsk Vostochny Airport (VTB); 1 other airport serves the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 2 ferry terminals within 20 km (nearest: прычал, 0.4 km).

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Viciebsk, Belarus. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.