Beach near Astrakhan, Russia

Astrakhan Travel Guide

Russia

Astrakhan is a city of around 535,000 people in southern Russia, on the lower Volga near the Caspian Sea. It is a regional centre and an important city for the surrounding area.

Most air travellers arrive through Astrakhan Airport (ASF), the airport serving the city. There are no notable named beaches within 40 kilometres, so nearby seaside options are not a defining feature of a visit.

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Local time

535,000

Population

2,175 miles away

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Weather in Astrakhan

Sun

35°

Mon

36°

Tue

34°

Know before you go

Pays in RUB

Plug type Type C & Type F (UK adapter needed)

Emergency 112

Dial code +7

Tipping: Tipping in Russia is not always mandatory, but it's becoming increasingly common, especially in tourist areas. It's a way to show appreciation for good service.

Best time to visit Astrakhan

Jan

1°5

Feb

1°8

Mar

11°5

Apr

21°5

May

24°7

Jun

31°7

Jul

34°4

Aug

33°2

Sep

25°3

Oct

17°6

Nov

10°5

Dec

3°7

Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.

Things to do in Astrakhan

  1. Vladimirkathedraal

    christian place of worship

    4 km

  2. Астраханская картинная галерея

    art gallery

    1.2 km

  3. Братский Сад

    park

    2.1 km

  4. Астраханский государственный театр Оперы и Балета

    theatre venue

    1.2 km

  5. Чикаго, Барбандос и Чикаго Хаус

    karaoke venue

    3.3 km

  6. Дом-музей Кустодиева Б.М

    art museum

    1.3 km

  7. Музейно-Культурный центр дом Купца г. В. Тетюшинова

    cultural center

    1.3 km

  8. Музей боевой славы

    history museum

    2 km

Getting there

Astrakhan Airport · 9.1 km

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