Bays and beaches of Vladivostok

Vladivostok is surrounded on three sides by the sea. The city is located on a peninsula, the shores of which are washed by the bays of Vladivostok: Amur from the west side and Ussurisky from the east. Due to the complex terrain, the coastline is heavily indented, forming dozens of closed corners. If you ask local residents to show the bays of Vladivostok, you will definitely be called the legendary Cove of Azure (Shamor) or the quiet Emar.

Official bays and beaches of Vladivostok are suitable for different types of leisure:

• Azure Bay (Shamorah) is the longest sandy beach in the region with cafes, recreation centers and sun lounge rental.
• Emar Bay is a calm sandy coast in the Ussuri Bay.
Urban embankments are equipped pedestrian zones along the Amur Bay, ideal for evening walks.

When choosing bays for recreation, focus on transport accessibility and your plans. Remember that the weather in Primorye is changeable: a sunny day on one coast can be replaced by dense fog on the other. For a classic beach holiday, it is better to choose proven locations with an equipped coastal zone.

Sea attractions: history of Vladivostok bays 

The central water area of the Golden Horn and the Vostochny Bosphorus strait form the canonical sea facade of the city, filled with ships. The rich history of the bays of Vladivostok began in the XIX century, when Russian sailors entered the local deep-water harbors, reliably protected by hills from ocean storms. Today, these places combine the industrial power of the ports and the romance of the border city. If you are interested in the bays in Vladivostok for rest on the sea and unity with nature, you should go to the Russian island or the Egerskjöld peninsula. Here, the bright blue sea water breaks against high cliffs, creating great plans for panoramic photos. Please note that swimming is not officially allowed everywhere, so on unequipped wild shores it is safer to limit yourself to picnics.