Sochi
Russia
- Safety rating
- 6.8/10
- Best time to visit
- May to September is best for the beach, while December to March suits skiing at nearby Krasnaya Polyana.
- Population
- 0.5M
Overview
Russia's premier Black Sea resort stretches along a subtropical coast backed by the snow-capped Caucasus Mountains. Host of the 2014 Winter Olympics, Sochi pairs palm-lined beaches and summer nightlife with nearby ski slopes at Krasnaya Polyana.
Top attractions
Visit the Olympic Park, Rosa Khutor ski resort, the Sochi Arboretum, and the Riviera seaside park.
Getting around
Buses and the Lastochka train link the coastal districts and the mountain resorts, with walkable seafront promenades.