Svetlana Patrikeeva

Kyiv

Spotter since 2019

About me

About me
I like cities & woods, wine & food, walking around & telling stories.
Although I have a huge experience in the travel sphere and run a travel business of my own, I personally prefer to travel as a local. I’ve experienced how different cities can be explored if you’re travelling alone or guided by locals.

That's why I would love to share my experience and impressions with others, to show my favorite city to world travelers from a different side and to discover new places together. It will be a great experience both for you and for me!

Why Kyiv
Kyiv is always full of life. It's dynamic, modern and inspiring – even when you are busy, moody or stressed. I'm pretty sure that everyone can find a place and even a home here. Every week, new bars, restaurants, creative hubs, fairs, galleries and co-workings are opening in Kyiv, so any time guests come to the city they explore a new Kyiv. It’s changing so rapidly that even locals have to choose between numerous entertaining options. It’s not an easy task :) This is the reason why I love Kyiv so much – because of its dynamic and (sometimes) hidden beauty which makes you fall in love with the city for a long time.

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My spots (20)

Arsenalna Metro Station

Riding into the deep

"Arsenalna Metro Station" in Kyiv just happens to be the deepest metro station in the world. The architecture here is amazing, you have to experience it.

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Art & culture
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Relaxing

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Svetlana

Patrikeeva

Dec 9, 2025

Lyubimyi Dyadya

Visiting relatives

"Lyubimyi Dyadya" is a very popular place in Kyiv: it was awarded as one of the city's best restaurants and caters to passionate travelers...

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Restaurants

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Svetlana

Patrikeeva

Dec 3, 2025

Bar/13

Good cocktails and stories

"Bar/13" in Kyiv is a bar that's popular with locals yet still feels homey. I like their honey cider, the cheerful bartenders and light decorations...

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Bars

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Svetlana

Patrikeeva

Dec 3, 2025

Alchemist Bar

Drinks and magic

"Alchemist Bar" is an awesome bar in Kyiv with creative bartenders and various guest DJs. I like asking the bartenders to create a drink just for me...

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Bars

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Svetlana

Patrikeeva

Dec 3, 2025

Reytarska Street

A street to walk around on

"Reytarska Street" in Kyiv is homey and it always looks nice. It always gives me the feeling I'm in good company...

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Relaxing

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Svetlana

Patrikeeva

Dec 3, 2025

Vino e Cucina

More Italian than Italy itself

"Vino e Cucina" Kyiv is one of the best Italian places for gourmets & hedonists. It's basically an enoteca in concept, but is also a luxurious restaurant.

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Restaurants

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Svetlana

Patrikeeva

Dec 3, 2025

Yaroslaviv Val

Kiev on foot

"Yaroslaviv Val" in Kyiv is one of the prettiest spots in Kyiv. I get inspired just by walking around. You get a mix of old and new, hip & official...

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Relaxing

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Svetlana

Patrikeeva

Dec 3, 2025

Kostyolna Street

Different center

"Kostyolna Street" in the heart of Kyiv is cozy, intimate and has an unusual, neoclassical feeling. I love drinking coffee and walking around here...

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Relaxing

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Svetlana

Patrikeeva

Dec 3, 2025

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