The staircase to the summit of the Torgashinsky Ridge is 1,200 meters long and has 1,683 steps. There are rest areas at both ends, and the railing lights come on at dusk. Together, the length, number of steps and rest areas make the route a clearly defined part of planning a day in Krasnoyarsk.
City history in specific places
The octagonal Paraskeva Pyatnitsa Chapel has stood on Karaulnaya Hill since the mid-19th century. Another historical landmark is the Triumphal Arch complex, built on the site of a fort founded by Cossacks that marked the beginning of the city. These represent two different aspects of the city’s history: a chapel with a long history and the place where Krasnoyarsk began.
By the Yenisei: exhibitions, boat trips and the promenade
The National Centre opened on the banks of the Yenisei in Krasnoyarsk in 2025. Its permanent exhibition, “Energy of the People – Energy of the Krasnoyarsk Territory,” introduces visitors to the region’s industry, nature, innovative technologies and businesses. The centre also includes a children’s centre and a cinema. It is scheduled to open Tuesday through Sunday and is closed on Mondays. Opening hours may change, so check the latest information before your visit.
In summer, you can take short sightseeing boat trips on the Yenisei; tickets are available at the river terminal. Check the schedule in advance if you’re planning a trip. Another way to spend time by the river is on the embankment, which is used for walks and outdoor activities in summer and is also a popular spot in winter.
The Krasnoyarsk Art Museum hosts more than 20 exhibitions each year. If you have a particular date in mind, check the current programme, as upcoming exhibitions may vary. On Tatyshev Island, you’ll find the “Malenky Tatyshev” children’s playground. Its oversized play features include a walk-through structure and a duck you can sit on. Here, unusually large play structures take centre stage, while the art museum offers a cultural activity.
Beyond the city: the wider Krasnoyarsk Territory
The Krasnoyarsk Territory offers a variety of experiences beyond the city. At the eastern entrance to Krasnoyarsk Pillars National Park, trails lead to scenic rock formations; the main routes are marked. Depending on the route you choose, a walk can take anywhere from 30 minutes to a full day. The “Krasnoyarsky Hiking” app makes it easier to find your way. The route from the eastern entrance to Takmak Rock and back is about four kilometres long and takes three hours on foot. This gives you a concrete comparison between a shorter route and a longer excursion.
A cultural destination in the region is the Shushenskoye Museum-Reserve in the village of the same name. It recreates a Siberian village from the Russian Empire in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The site has 194 listed buildings of rural architecture. Its wooden buildings include peasant houses, a merchant’s shop, a smithy and an ostrog (fortified prison). In 2011, the architectural and ethnographic complex “Novaya Derevnya” opened there, complete with a natural landscape park.
The museum-reserve’s programmes introduce visitors to the traditions and customs of earlier times and offer insights into peasant life. Activities include sampling peasant dishes, learning the basics of traditional crafts, and taking part in games, customs and celebrations. General guided tours are offered daily without prior booking; check visitor information before you travel.
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For the broader travel overview: Krasnoyarsk Territory.
