Ufa travel guide
Welcome to Ufa
Part of the industrial heartland in Russia, Ufa is a busy and thriving city and capital of Bashkortostan. Markets, mosques, cathedrals, theatres and over 1,000 sports facilities are on hand to make your stay relaxing and memorable.
You’re certain to enjoy the friendly welcome that awaits you in Ufa.
Top things to see and do in Ufa
- Stroll around Kresto-Vozdvizhenskiy Cathedral, one of the landmark sites of the city.
- Visit one of the many museums or cultural centres for a flavour of life in the Ufa region.
- Travel in winter and admire the beauty of the snow-covered city.
- Treat yourself to some local ikra (black caviar) and champanskoe (champagne) in one of the city’s many restaurants.
Tips for travellers
With 1,300 rivers and many lakes in the province, just a short distance from the city of Ufa you can hire a small boat and spend the day fishing, taking in the beautiful Ural backdrop and vast expanses of forest and countryside.
You can get around Ufa by bus, tram, trolleybus, minibus or taxi. Public transportation costs in Ufa are one of the lowest in the country.
You can get around Ufa by bus, tram, trolleybus, minibus or taxi. Public transportation costs in Ufa are one of the lowest in the country.
Airport information
flydubai operates its flights into and out of Ufa Airport.
Find out more about this airport.