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RussiaDescription and whether it's worth visiting
The "Old Streets" walking route was created in Yessentuki to explore the city's history and architecture. It goes through the center and takes in pre-revolutionary buildings, old sanatoriums, and merchant houses. The length is about 4 kilometers, and it takes about 1.5–2 hours at a leisurely pace.
We walked this route, and honestly, we got the feeling that it was created just to check a box — so that it exists. There are no signs or informational plaques about the significance of places or the events associated with them, no QR codes, no landmarks. You just walk around, notice old buildings (some still from pre-revolutionary times), and guess or imagine what might have been there.
Walking the route with a guide would probably be interesting, but we couldn't find any organized tours specifically for "Old Streets." If you know where such tours are offered, share in the comments.
The route map is posted on several information boards in Kurortny Park and the surrounding area. If you pay attention, you won't miss it. The route starts with a loop around Kurortny Park through alleys with historical houses and sanatoriums, then continues along Semashko, Lenina, Ordzhonikidze, Andzhievskogo, and Razumovskogo streets.
Our honest advice: We can only recommend this route for independent exploration if you have absolutely nothing else to do in Yessentuki. Without a guide, signs, or explanations, the walk turns into just wandering around streets where you sometimes come across buildings with a hint of age. If you're a fan of urban architecture and are willing to Google each house yourself — maybe you'll like it. For everyone else, it's better to focus on Kurortny Park and the drinking galleries.
🕐 Opening hours
The route is open 24/7, but it's more comfortable to walk during daylight hours.
💵 Entry fee / ticket prices
Free.
🚶 How to get to the start of the route
The route starts from Kurortny Park in the center of Yessentuki (starting point on the map). The map can be found on information boards inside the park. The easiest way to get there is on foot if you're already in the center, or by taxi.
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