Meet your guide in the Teatralnaya Square, in front of the Opera and Ballet theater and start a fascinating 2.5-hour walking tour. Since the creation of the city, many famous and rich people had lived in Odessa; it was the center of commerce and culture. It's no wonder that the architectural ensemble of the city is so impressive.
You will discover such sights as the Odessa Philharmonic Hall (a former Odessa merchant stock market), Vorontsov Palace with a famous Belvedere and magnificent Hotel Londonskaya.
Next, you will see a marvelous palace, the House of Scientists, situated in the mansion that belonged to count Tolstoy. The interior of this building is very beautiful and you may want to visit it at a later time. The tour will continue as you take a walk through the city garden and visit the Passage, a luxury patio in the central part of the city. This is a real hidden gem of Odessa, where you can not only admire the splendid architecture but also find a lot of shops and cafes.
Another must-see attraction of this tour is Shah Palace, built in the Gothic style in the 19th century. Moreover, you may visit a literary museum (optional) and see the beautiful interior of this building. This tour will end in the city center, so you will have a chance to visit various cafes and continue exploring Odessa in your free time.