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Smolensk, Russia

Smolensk is a city and the administrative center of Smolensk Oblast, Russia, located on the Dnieper River, 360 kilometers (220 mi) west-southwest of Moscow. It has a population of 316,570 (2021 census).

Type CityPopulation 316,570

Why go

  • City in Smolensk Oblast, Russia.
  • Served by Smolensk North Airport (LNX).

History

Smolensk is a city and the administrative center of Smolensk Oblast, Russia, located on the Dnieper River, 360 kilometers (220 mi) west-southwest of Moscow. It has a population of 316,570 (2021 census).

Restaurants & places to go

Чихо
Chinese, Cafe · ЧИХО — топовая опиумная китайка, попадая в которую человек телепортируется в фантазии собственного подсознания. Здесь много цвета, неоновые… · chiho.ru
Indoor
Вкусно — и точка
Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Su 06:30-24:00 Features: takeaway · 10 улица Беляева, Смоленск, 214012 · vkusnoitochka.ru
Indoor
Додо Пицца
Pizza, Fast Food · Opening hours: 24/7 Features: takeaway, delivery, vegetarian options · dodopizza.ru
Indoor
33 пингвина
Ice Cream, Ice Cream · Opening hours: Mo-Su 10:00-21:00 · 33pingvina.ru
Indoor
Coffee Like
Coffee Shop, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Su 09:00-23:00 Features: takeaway · coffee-like.com
Indoor
Surf Coffee
Coffee Shop, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Fr 08:00-22:00; Sa-Su 09:00-23:00 Features: takeaway · 6 Ленина · surfcoffee.ru
Indoor
Бургер Кинг
Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Su 08:00-24:00 Features: takeaway, air conditioning · burgerkingrus.ru
Indoor
Крошка Картошка
Potato, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Su 10:00-22:00 Features: takeaway · kartoshka.com
Indoor

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Airports

Smolensk North Airport (LNX) 4.9 km to the centre
Smolensk, SMO, 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
Smolensk South Airport 4.2 km to the centre
Smolensk, SMO, RU
Outdoor

Where things are

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Photographs

Smolensk, Russia
Smolensk, Russia
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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 Smolensk North Airport (LNX); 2 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 Smolensk, Russia. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.