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The World’s 100 Best Parks

Krasnodar Park

Krasnodar, Russia

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST PARKS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 1 2026

Top 10No. 1 in EuropeNo. 1 in Russia

Krasnodar Park

A large modern park of about 22.7 hectares in Krasnodar, with ponds, fountains, lawns, rare plants and trees, set beside the Ozon Arena stadium. Visitors stroll themed areas, see sculptures and evening illumination, and queue for the Japanese Garden.

Highlights

  • Japanese Garden
  • Cloud Park
  • Ozon Arena stadium

Good to know

  • Free entry; dogs not allowed
  • Japanese Garden needs QR code, long queues
  • Few restrooms, few signs, little shade

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