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Mariupol, Ukraine

Mariupol is a city in Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine. It is situated on the northern coast (Pryazovia) of the Sea of Azov, at the mouth of the Kalmius River.

Type CityPopulation 425,681

Why go

  • City in Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine.
  • Served by Mariupol International Airport (MPW).

History

Mariupol is a city in Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine. It is situated on the northern coast (Pryazovia) of the Sea of Azov, at the mouth of the Kalmius River. In January 2022, prior to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, it was the tenth-largest city in the country and the second-largest city in Donetsk Oblast, with an estimated population of 425,681; in August 2023, Ukrainian authorities estimated the population of Mariupol at approximately 120,000.

Restaurants & places to go

Coffee Shop, Burger, Coctail, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Su 08:00-21:00 Features: takeaway, air conditioning · monocle.com.ua
Indoor
Japanese, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Su 11:00-22:00 · 87500 · kensei.0629.com.ua
Indoor
Italian, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Su 11:00-23:00 · parmesan-rest.com.ua
Indoor
European, Italian, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Su 11:00-23:00 · poseidon.step.ua
Indoor
Pizza, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Su 10:30-22:00 Features: delivery · mokopizza.com
Indoor
Restaurant · Opening hours: Su-Th 11:00-12:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-03:00 · cafe-divan.com.ua
Indoor
Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Su 10:00-21:00 · instagram.com
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Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Su 07:30-00:00 · vimarko.com.ua
Indoor

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Airports

Mariupol International Airport (MPW) 7.9 km to the centre
Mariupol, 14, UA — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Indoor | Outdoor
Berdyansk Airport (ERD) 68 km to the centre
Berdyansk, 23, UA — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Indoor | Outdoor
Yeysk Airport (EIK) 68 km to the centre
Yeysk, KDA, RU — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Indoor | Outdoor
Kamyshevatskaya Airstrip 77 km to the centre
Kamyshevatskaya, KDA, RU
Outdoor
Komsomolets Airstrip 77 km to the centre
Komsomolets, KDA, RU
Outdoor

Where things are

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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 Mariupol International Airport (MPW); 7 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

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