Ekaterinburg: Self-Guided Audio Tour with a Visit to Europe-Asia Border
About this activity
- Audio tour
- Yes
- Audio language
- English
- Route length
- 5 km
- Instant confirmation
- Yes
- Duration
- 3h - 5h
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- You'll receive a self-guided audio tour right after booking
- •Explore the main attractions of the Ural capital at your own pace
- •Experience freedom in a city of street art and music festivals
- •Touch the powerful Ural stones that preserve the legends of the Mistress of Copper Mountain
- •Hear stories told by a local guide, a witness to pivotal moments in the city's history
- •Find yourself in two parts of the world at once, standing with one foot in Europe and the other in Asia
First time in Ekaterinburg or eager to know more? This audio tour in the WeGoTrip app is your perfect guide!
Start at "Plotinka," the heart of the city's history. Discover why Peter the Great opened a window ... to Asia. Over 300 years, Ekaterinburg has transformed, featuring the ancient mint and a modern pineapple house by British architect N. Foster. The folklore spirit of the Mistress of Copper Mountain will accompany you through the garden of stones.
Next, enjoy the scenic Iset River embankment, lined with both skyscrapers and historic mansions. Learn urban legends about Sevastyanov's House and its eccentric owner. Nearby, spot the futuristic Yeltsin Center and the constructivist ship house, highlighting Ekaterinburg's architectural diversity.
Explore the charming courtyards and squares of the Literary Quarter.
The tour's highlight is the majestic Church on the Blood, where you'll uncover the infamous crime that ended the Romanov dynasty.
But there's more! Don’t miss the iconic stele, where you can capture a photo standing with one foot in Europe and the other in Asia.
What's included
- Audio tour for your smartphone in the WeGoTrip app
- Detailed route from stop to stop with live GPS map on your smartphone
- Recommendations of atmospheric cafes with local cuisine and a bar with live music
- Life-hack, how to visit the stele on the border of Europe and Asia on your own
- Recommendations of unique museums holding legendary artifacts
- Tips on where, how and when to take the most "Instagrammable" photos in Yekaterinburg
- Headphones are not included - bring your own
- Entrance tickets to museums
- Cab to the border of Europe and Asia and back (~ 1000 rubles with waiting time)
- There is no tour guide - this is a self-guided audio tour
Cancellation policies vary according to activity type. Please check the conditions of your required activity Self-guided audio tour.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need the internet during the tour?
No. Download the tour in the WeGoTrip app in advance — it then works fully offline.
Do I need an app?
Yes. After purchase you get a link to download the free WeGoTrip app, where you take the tour.
What language is the audio guide in?
The audio guide is available in English.
How long does the tour take?
The tour takes about 3h - 5h.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Yes. The self-guided format lets you go at your own pace, which works well for families.
Can I cancel my purchase?
Contact WeGoTrip support — refund conditions depend on the specific ticket.