Olesko, Pidhirtsi, and Zolochiv castles form the "Golden Horseshoe of Lviv Region" - one of the most popular tourist routes in the region. The extended route also includes Zhovkva and Svirzh castles, which, although less visited, offer a unique atmosphere, picturesque views, and interesting stories. For the convenience of tourists "Your City" has gathered the current opening hours, ticket prices, and facts about each castle of Lviv region for the new 2026 season.
Olesko Castle
Olesko Castle is one of the oldest in Ukraine, towering on a hill amidst the plains. Its silhouette is visible from afar, and the road to it creates a feeling of travelling to another era. It was here, according to historical data, that King Jan III Sobieski was born, and later the castle became a center of noble culture.
Today, its halls house one of the largest collections of sacred sculpture in Ukraine, particularly Baroque. The place is shrouded in legends - visitors often mention a mystical atmosphere and stories about ghosts who supposedly appear within the walls of the ancient fortress. The ramparts offer picturesque panoramas of the surrounding fields, which are particularly attractive to photographers and artists.
Opening hours
Monday – Tuesday: closed
Wednesday – Sunday: 10:00 – 18:00, ticket office until 17:30
Tickets
adults: 200 UAH
students: 150 UAH
children/pensioners: 100 UAH
family: 1 adult 1–2 children — 300 UAH, 2 adults 1–2 children — 500 UAH
group tours (up to 20 people): adults — 700 UAH, students — 600 UAH, children/pensioners — 500 UAH
foreign language (French, up to 10 people): 1000 UAH
You can also take a virtual 3D tour of Olesko Castle by following the link.
Pidhirtsi Castle
Pidhirtsi Castle impresses with its grandeur: it combines defensive architecture and palace luxury, and the park with terraces offers incredible views of the surroundings. In the 17th century, balls and theatrical performances were held here, and today you can imagine yourself at a royal reception by walking through the magnificent halls and corridors of the castle.
Legends about the "White Lady" add to the mystique: it is said that in the evening, her silhouette can be seen slowly walking along the galleries. The castle is often used for filming, and its architecture is striking in its combination of Ukrainian Baroque and European styles.
Opening hours
Monday – Tuesday: closed
Wednesday – Sunday: 10:00 – 18:00, ticket office until 17:30.
Tickets
adults: 200 UAH
students: 150 UAH
children/pensioners: 100 UAH
family: 1 adult 1–2 children — 300 UAH, 2 adults 1–2 children — 500 UAH
group tours (up to 20 people): adults — 700 UAH, students — 600 UAH, children/pensioners — 500 UAH
master class/quest: 150 UAH
You can travel through a virtual 3D tour of Pidhirtsi Castle via the link. And also online invites you to explore a 3D tour of St. Joseph's Church via the link.
Zolochiv Castle
Zolochiv Castle impresses with its contrasting architecture: the Grand Palace in European style and the Chinese Palace, reminiscent of Eastern residences, create a unique ensemble. Ancient stones with mysterious inscriptions can be seen on the castle grounds, and at night, the castle has a special mystical aura.
Visitors can enjoy exhibitions in the Grand Palace and the Museum of Eastern Art, where the spirit of past centuries and Eastern aesthetics are palpable. Panoramas of the castle park and courtyard create an unparalleled atmosphere for strolls and photos.
Opening hours
Monday – Tuesday: closed
Wednesday – Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, ticket office until 5:30 PM.
Tickets
adults: 200 UAH
students: 150 UAH
children/pensioners: 100 UAH
family: 1 adult + 1–2 children — 300 UAH, 2 adults + 1–2 children — 500 UAH
group tours (up to 20 people): Grand Palace — adults 700 UAH, students 600 UAH, children/pensioners 500 UAH; Museum of Eastern Art — adults 500 UAH, students 400 UAH, children/pensioners 300 UAH
foreign language (English, up to 10 people): 1000 UAH
Zhovkva Castle
Zhovkva Castle stands in the heart of Zhovkva, a city designed according to the principles of an "ideal city" back in the 16th century. Its walls, towers, and courtyards allow you to feel what the life of the nobility was like in past centuries. The castle harmoniously combines with the Market Square and ancient churches, creating a sense of intimate Europe.
A walk through the castle reveals stories about the royal family, defensive structures, and secret passages. The atmosphere of tranquility, ancient arches, and vaults add romance to every photograph.
Opening hours
Monday – Tuesday: closed.
Wednesday – Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, ticket office until 5:30 PM
Tickets
adults: 200 UAH
students: 150 UAH
children/pensioners: 100 UAH
family: 1 adult + 1–2 children — 300 UAH, 2 adults + 1–2 children — 500 UAH
group tours (up to 20 people): adults 600 UAH, students 500 UAH, children/pensioners 400 UAH
foreign language (Polish, up to 10 people): 1000 UAH
for reserve objects: UAH 750.
You can also travel to Zhovkva Castle online.
Svirzh Castle
On Saturday, May 16, the Svirzh Castle cultural and artistic center will open a new tourist season. Visitors are invited to excursions to one of the most famous fortresses in the Lviv region – Svirzh Castle, where the films "Dovbush" and "Hetman" were filmed.
The fortress, whose history dates back to the second half of the 15th century, was built as a defensive structure by the Svirzh family. Later, the castle became the property of the Tsetner family, who owned it from the second half of the 17th to the beginning of the 19th century. It was during this period that the structure was fortified and surrounded by ponds, moats, and a drawbridge.
Over different periods, the castle underwent destruction and reconstruction, particularly during World War I, after which it remained in ruins for a long time. Restoration work began in 1975. Some interior elements are partially preserved in the castle, including a fireplace, loopholes, and a large well in the courtyard.
The castle is famous for its romantic atmosphere, and legends about noble families and knightly battles add historical charm. It is one of those places where you want to return again and again.
Svirzh Castle is surrounded by hills, forests, and a lake, making the area ideal for walks, picnics, and photos.
Opening hours
Saturdays - Sundays: 10:00–17:00, the last quest tour starts at 16:00. Entry to the territory is only allowed with a guide.
Read also: Svirzh Castle, which "remembers" Dovbush and Khmelnytsky, is being opened for tourists in the Lviv region.
Tickets
adults: UAH 150/person
students and seniors: UAH 80/person
children under 12, military personnel, and people with disabilities: free of charge
school groups: UAH 80/child
teachers and educators: free of charge
quest tour: UAH 150/person
quest only: UAH 80/person
Group pre-registration
+380 68 027 55 35
We remind you that "Your City" also reported on five castles and palaces in the Lviv region, whose fates today differently reflect the state of preservation of historical heritage in Ukraine.
