Odessa. The very name of this city conjurs up images of WW2 and cold war spies. Well, things have changed a lot since the collapse of the old Soviet Union and the Ukraine is now an independant nation. Whilst some parts of Odessa still bear the scars (decay) of the Soviet era, the city is now largely revitalised and tourists... More

Since I was a teenager and saw Battleship Potemkin I have wanted to be in Odessa and walk down those steps, I'm a bit old now but I've done it and was not disappointed, climbed all 192, you can take the lift 2 ukr, a great atmosphere and wonderful views and at the top walked through a beautiful city, visit... More

recommend for sport and physical activity early in the morning... More

Once you're at the top of the steps, you can go left or right and stroll the wide sidewalks lined by classic european style apartment buildings or go straight to Catherine's monument to see the fine displays of beautifully restored buildings. More

For the ones who watched "The Battleship Potemkin" directed by Eisenstein Potemkin steps or (Odessa steps) are a must to see place in Odessa. But don't expect to much, because you will only see some stairs overlooking the Blacksee and a few tourist taken some photos. anyway it gives a good feeling by being there.. More

Down by the steps, up by funicular. Great view from the top, and then walk the Marine Boulevard. More

Funny optical illusion when you watch the stairs from up. You can see only the mid levels, not the actual steps. More

Not as grand or impressive as I had hoped. Basically just a large flight of steps leading to up to a promenade! More

I liked the beauty and craftsmanship of the steps, the experience of walking them, and the view back toward the port, dock, and sea from different levels. The top of the steps is joined by a parimeter park, and the entrance to the city center. There are people talking, taking pictures, sitting at the first restaurants looking out toward the... More