2 Best Sights in Sochi, Russia

Without exaggeration, this is Sochi's most popular public park for both locals and visitors. It is a public park in a true sense of the word. Visitors will find exhibitions of arts and crafts (it's a great place to purchase souvenirs); a "Glade of Friendship" with magnolia trees planted by honorary guests of Sochi, including a tree planted by the Soyuz-Apollo astronauts; statues of famous Russian writers; amusement park rides for kids; several cafés; and the tennis courts of Y. Kafelnikov Tennis School, where Maria Sharapova began her professional career. A free shuttle bus runs to the park from the cruise port.

If you are in the mood for a long stroll, go down to the Sochi Seaport, which is filled with shops and restaurants, vacationers and fishermen. Some of Sochi's most famous landmarks are here, including the Soviet-era Seaport Terminal building, the Olympic Countdown clock, the Festival Hall, and the Mayak Aquapark. The port is undergoing a major expansion as part of the Olympic reconstruction of the city.