Anapa is a popular seaside resort. The city has a developed infrastructure and picturesque nature. A lot of architectural and historical monuments are concentrated on its territory. The resort is replete with sandy beaches, the length of which exceeds 55 kilometers.
Sights and entertainment of Anapa are designed for every taste and budget. Local he alth resorts use the healing properties of mineral waters and silt mud of volcanic origin.
The resort opened its second wind in 2000. During this period, the city received impressive amounts of funding aimed at modernizing and renewing the facilities of the tourism sector. The main recreational areas of the region:
- Dzhemete.
- Vityazevo.
- Annunciation.
- Sukko.
Traditionally, the resort is considered a children's resort. Therefore, the lion's share of attractions and entertainment in Anapa is focused on children and their parents.
Gorgippia
On the territoryThe Anapa Archaeological Museum houses the remains of an ancient settlement. Visitors to the complex have the opportunity to see the old winery, sarcophagi and burial sites. In the interior of the museum there is an exposition of ancient Greek statues and fragments of monumental structures. The pride of the archaeological center is a rich collection of ceramics and household utensils.
Lighthouse
Description of this place is included in all collections of attractions and entertainment in Anapa. The height of the building is 43 m. The building can be seen from afar. This is a symbol and visiting card of the resort. The lighthouse is located on a high bank. Experienced guides enthusiastically tell the sea legends associated with this structure.
Utrish Dolphinarium
The uniqueness of this object lies in the fact that the entire complex is located on a sandy island. Local pools are filled with running sea water. Therefore, all pets of the Utrish Dolphinarium are kept in their native environment. The institution operates only in the summer.
First shows start in May. The season ends in October. The water center is 16 kilometers away from Anapa. It occupies the territory of a natural reserve. A fixed-route taxi No. 109 runs past the dolphinarium.
Russian gates
This is one of the resort's most iconic historical monuments. It is certainly mentioned in the lists of the most popular attractions and entertainment in Anapa. The gates are a legacy left over from the era of Janissary rule. The fortress complex became the property of Russia at the beginning of the 19th century.
Travelers are happy to take pictures next to the huge cannons that are near the monument. Guides tell historical facts related to the events of the Russian-Turkish war.
Flower Clock
A huge colorful flower bed is located in the central part of the city, a few steps from Lenina Street. Its peculiarity lies in the presence of a working clockwork. At night, an unusual backlight turns on. The plants used in the design of the flower bed are updated every year. You can admire the floral decoration even in winter.
Musical fountains
The cool oasis attracts hundreds of vacationers. His visit is one of the most popular entertainments in Anapa for parents with small children. There are benches in the shade of trees around the fountains. In the evening, melodious music is turned on, to the beat of which the backlight pulsates.
This place is located in the Central Square. The main disadvantage of musical fountains is the abundance of obsessive sellers of sweets, toys, photographers and life-size puppets.
Nemo
Dolphinarium operates year-round. On the same territory there is a compact zoo. The penguinarium is functioning. During the summer season, the rooms are stuffy and very hot. Many people. Huge queues accumulate in front of the cash registers. Nemo is located on Pionersky Prospekt.
Estimated cost of entrance tickets:
- complex – 1 500;
- dolphinarium – 800;
- oceanarium – 500;
- zoo with penguinarium - 600 rubles.
Entrance for children under fiveon the territory of the complex is free. Cost of swimming with dolphins:
- 5 minutes - 4,000;
- 10 minutes - 6,000 rubles.
Employees of "Nemo" offer a course of dolphin therapy and diving. Judging by the reviews, visiting this dolphinarium is an integral part of the rest in Anapa. Sights and entertainment of the city are concentrated within walking distance from the sea center. The water park is located a few minutes away by shuttle bus.
Promenade
Promenade is the epicenter of the resort life of the city. Near it there is a huge number of restaurants and eateries. Most Popular Places:
- "Nerd".
- Provence.
- "Lubo-cafe".
- Prague.
Hotel complexes and private hotels rise not far from the embankment. The closest are "Eurasia", "Bohemia", "Anapa", "Albatross". Prices for entertainment and attractions in Anapa vary. In July and August they reach their maximum. In November, all services become cheaper by 30%. You can save money if you come to the Black Sea in May or early June. In September, the local beaches are empty, so the cost of excursions becomes lower.
Lion Head
The castle is located in the vicinity of the city, in the village of Sukko. Every day there are themed performances. The most popular is the "Knight's Tournament". Performances are accompanied by loud music, and completes their fire show. There is an exhibition center next to the main building. It contains artifacts dedicated to the Inquisition,torture and punishment of the Middle Ages.
Travelers believe that visiting the "Lion's Head" is the best in the list of entertainment and attractions for children in Anapa. Schoolchildren are dressed in knightly costumes. You get great photos! The potter's workshop is always crowded. Children make whistles and memorable crafts with their own hands.
Six knights take part in a theatrical duel. Everyone fights for the lady of his heart. If desired, after watching the show, you can book a tour of the Sukko Valley, accompanied by one of the stuntmen. Restaurants Nirvana, Porto Nero, Fort Utrish, U Lukomorye invite you to have a bite to eat after the performance. Nearby are the hotels "Democracy", "Residence Utrish", "Victoria", "Shingari".
Golden Beach
The water park is located on Grebenskaya Street. Works only in the warm season. It usually opens in the last days of May. The swimming season ends in September. He rightfully heads all kinds of ratings of attractions and entertainment in Anapa and Dzhemete. Let visitors start at 11:00. The working day ends at 18:00.
The cost of an adult ticket is 1,200 rubles. For children you need to pay 800 rubles. Toddlers who are not yet 3 years old are allowed in without tickets. The price includes the following services:
- rolling;
- swimming in outdoor pools;
- he alth insurance;
- use of showers and toilets, locker rooms;
- rent of sun loungers, umbrellas and inflatablestoys.
Food and additional service must be paid separately.
Kids slides:
- "Treasure Island".
- "Small Foam".
- "Dragon".
Slopes for adults:
- Black Hole.
- "Mountain Stream".
- "Aladdin's Lamp".
- Kamikaze.
- "Extreme".
- Family Rafting.
Family attractions:
- Yellow River.
- "Spiral".
- "Boa".
- "Loop".
- "Twister".
- "Knot".
Water park pools:
- "Laguna".
- Storm Wave.
- "Children's".
Reviews
Most visitors liked the slides and extreme slopes of the Golden Beach water entertainment center. But there were those who have a lot of comments. Firstly, tourists complain about the long queues that form next to the most popular slopes. Secondly, according to them, the pools are not meant for swimming.
For lovers of a safe and relaxing holiday, they recommend other pastime options. So, what sights and entertainments are there in Anapa? The city abounds with memorable places.
Lermontov's gazebo
The structure is located on the territory of the Big Utrish reserve. All tourists passing from Anapa to Sukko pass by it. This place has a special atmosphere. A picturesque panorama opens from the observation deck. It is surrounded by centuries-old juniper trees.
Unity with the reservednature interferes with tourists wedding corteges. Newlyweds and their relatives come here to be photographed. Therefore, on Friday and Saturday next to the gazebo is very noisy and always crowded. After such tuples, according to travelers, heaps of garbage remain.
Church of St. Onuphry
The church complex is located on Cathedral Street. The embankment is next to it. In the evening, temple attendants turn on unobtrusive lighting. Visitors speak warmly of Sunday services. But there are a lot of complaints about people working in the church. Their attitude towards parishioners spoils the whole impression of the cathedral.
Temple of Seraphim of Sarov
Another religious building of the resort is located on Mayakovsky Street. His visit is necessarily included in the program of sightseeing tours in Anapa. Entertainment and attractions of the city are not limited to entertainment venues. The resort is replete with ancient buildings, archaeological sites and shrines.
A visit to the temple will be useful not only for believers, but also for everyone who is interested in the history and life of the inhabitants of the Kuban. Church ministers tell a lot of interesting information about the past and present of their church. There is a church shop on the territory of the cathedral. It sells collections of prayers, icons, scarves, and jewelry. The chapel is functioning. There is a library. Tame squirrels live in a local park.
For children there is a playground with huts of fairy-tale characters. Opposite the temple are the Magnit grocery supermarket and the Yuzhny farmers' market.
Scarlet Sails
The monument is installed onresort waterfront. It is one of the must-see sights and attractions in Anapa in the summer. In July, there is a long line of people who want to take a memorable photo. The rest of the time there are few people around. According to experienced tourists, the ship "Scarlet Sails" does not have a great cultural and architectural value.
It is especially popular with children who come to the embankment in the evening. The ship is completely open, so the kids can easily board it. Everyone wants to sit on the deck and touch the scarlet sails stretched by the wind.
Tiki-Tak
The water park is located on Pionersky Prospekt. Works from 11:00 to 18:00. Operates from May to September. There are plenty of water attractions for visitors:
- Multiform.
- Jacuzzi.
- Jump Pool.
- "Children's".
- Niagara.
- "Small".
- "Lake".
- Tabogan F.
- Family Rafting.
- "Boomerang".
- Lazy River.
- Tabogan D.
- Kamikaze.
- "The rainy season".
- Tabogan E.
- Superball.
- Wave.
- "Twister".
- Pearl.
Leisure for children and adults is organized by the animation team. They involve everyone in fun games, contests and sports. The winners are given gifts and prizes.
Visitors like to relax in the water park. "Tiki-Tak" is chosen by thosewho lives in the Pioneer Avenue area. Travelers who leave Anapa by train in the evening spend their hours in it. Taxis run from the water entertainment center to the train station. Travel time does not exceed 5 minutes.
