Overview
Zhytomyr is a historic city in northern Ukraine, approximately 150 km west of Kyiv, serving as the administrative center of the Zhytomyr region. With a population of 271,000 inhabitants, it offers a quieter alternative to Ukraine's capital with significant historical architecture, religious sites, and connections to Soviet space exploration through Sergei Korolyov.
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Before you go
History
Zhytomyr has a rich history with 9th-century origins, Lithuanian rule from 1392, and significant Jewish heritage reflected in the Yiddish name Zhitomir.
Money
Ukraine's currency is the Ukrainian Hryvnia (UAH). Prices mentioned in listings range from 250 UAH for budget hotels to 1,350 UAH for resort complexes.
Transport
Zhytomyr has good transport connections: hourly buses to Kyiv (150 km, 2.5 hours), direct trains to Budapest and Chișinău, and an international bus to Prague.
