Irkutsk Russia City Tour: Places to Add to Your Bucket List

Built as a token of thanks to the Emperor for building Trans-Siberian Railway,  this eye-catching bronze statue is widely talked-about for strong portrayal.

This cathedral’s Siberian Baroque style facade adorned with pictures of saints, the neoclassical bell tower ceiling studded with around 300 mosaics is applaud-worthy.

The world's deepest and the oldest freshwater lake is known for its frozen waves. You will see a lot of ringed seals here. Engage into activities like Ice Skating, Dog Sledding, and Hiking.

Watch the ringed seals dancing, singing, playing with ball, even drawing at this fascinating seal show. A organization in the town rescue the seal during winter and train them.

Anchored in the middle of Angara river, take a look at World's oldest and only surviving icebreaker ship.

It stands on Angara River Embankment and marks the 10th anniversary of Alexander I’s rule.
Demolished in 1928, the gates were re-erected on Irkutsk's 350th anniversary in 2009.

Marvel at this multi-tiered Siberian Baroque style structure decorated with fresco paintings from the inside and embellished with largest bells.

The museum houses Paleolithic art, Tibetan Buddhist paintings, Siberian sculpture, Japanese and Chinese art. Do not miss the memorial and art exposition about Sukachev’s life.

Get to know Russia’s culture through various plays, music and dance performances at the town’s Bolshoi Theater.

A must visit during winters, the park offers adventure activities like snowmobile, skiing, ice skating and much more. During summers, one may explore different hiking trails.