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Lviv 🇺🇦
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Population | 3,400,000 | 1,125,316 | 8,053,663 | 731,387 | 6,578,0179 | 237,559 | 1,305,737 | 9,963,452 | 1,108,700 |
Official language(s) | German | Vietnamese | Vietnamese | Ukrainian | Spanish | Portuguese | Czech | Korean | Georgian |
Level of English | Very high | Low | Moderate | Low | Moderate | Very High | High | Moderate | Low |
Main airport | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Nội Bài International Airport (HAN) | Lviv Danylo Halytskyi International Airport (LWO) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) | Incheon International Airport (ICN) | Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) |
Most common months to visit | May - September | February - May | January, February, October - December | May - September | March - May, September - November | May - September | June - October | March - May, September - November | March - June |
Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | UAH - Ukrainian Hryvnia (₴) | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč) | KRW - South Korean won (₩) | GEL - Georgian Lari (₾) |
Credit cards | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted most places (some places are cash only) | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
Remote worker visa | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
Average monthly costs | $2200 | $959 | $1167 | $922 | $2498 | $1759 | $1806 | $2184 | $1462 |
Rent | $939 | $316 | $503 | $400 | $1174 | $717 | $780 | $797 | $752 |
Groceries | $188 | $161 | $151 | $91 | $175 | $148 | $158 | $356 | $112 |
Dining out | $271 | $128 | $134 | $151 | $313 | $280 | $240 | $211 | $169 |
Cafe | $57 | $35 | $39 | $21 | $51 | $45 | $53 | $69 | $45 |
Coworking space | $174 | $88 | $72 | $79 | $196 | $96 | $175 | $222 | $125 |
Mobile internet | $23 | $4 | $4 | $4 | $10 | $21 | $24 | $40 | $4 |
Public transportation | $88 | $15 | $20 | $5 | $78 | $95 | $61 | $40 | $8 |
Taxis | $58 | $15 | $13 | $12 | $44 | $25 | $33 | $41 | $14 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $17 | $0 | $0 | $16 | $49 | $10 | $19 | $13 | $27 |
Sport and cultural events | $64 | $6 | $3 | $13 | $54 | $45 | $19 | $39 | $21 |
Museums and sights | $37 | $2 | $4 | $9 | $20 | $24 | $35 | $6 | $9 |
Nightlife | $63 | $74 | $89 | $43 | $82 | $66 | $50 | $93 | $53 |
Gym | $66 | $34 | $57 | $22 | $44 | $56 | $56 | $69 | $33 |
Yoga | $99 | $71 | $57 | $30 | $142 | $82 | $66 | $112 | $37 |
Massage | $56 | $10 | $21 | $27 | $64 | $48 | $37 | $75 | $53 |
SIM card options | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Viettel, Vinafone | Viettel, Mobifone | Vodafone, Kyivstar | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | Vodafone, T-Mobile | KT, SK Telecom, LG Uplus | Magti GSM, Geocell, Beeline |
Tipping | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes | Not required but appreciated, especially in taxis, restaurants and bars. Round up or add 10%. | 10% in restaurants, not expected elsewhere | Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | 10% at restaurants and bars, round up elsewhere | Not customary or expected | 10% usually included in bill, not expected at bars or cafés. |
Taxi apps | Mytaxi, Uber | Grab | Grab, GoViet | Uber, Uklon | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Uber, Liftago | Uber, Kakao | Yandex, Bolt |
Tap water | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable |
Overall cuisine | Heavy and hearty meals with plenty of meat, potatoes and bread | Healthy and with robust flavors, Vietnamese cuisine combines noodles and rice with a variety of greens and local herbs to compliment specially seasoned pork, beef or seafood dishes. In Da Nang, you'll find a strong emphasis on barbecued seafood dishes as well as fish-based sauces. | A mix of French, Southeast Asian and Chinese with lots of fresh herbs and spices. Northern Vietnam cuisine includes a lot of fish and noodles. | Slavic. Emphasis on frilled meats combined with potatoes, carrots, pickles and cabbage. Creamy deserts often elaborated with cottage cheese. Lviv enjoys culinary influences from Kiev (traditional with an emphasis on chicken) and Odessa (various seafood dishes). | Fresh, regional produce accentuated with garlic and olive oil and mixed with various meats and seafoods. Influenced both by Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern flavors. | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | Thick soups are often combined with stewed vegetables and baked meats to produce rich dishes. Gravies and creams are popular in Czech cuisine, as is beer! | Emphasis on rice, vegetables, spices and meats. Main dishes are coupled with diverse side dishes and desserts. Strong driking culture. | Cuisine of the Caucasus meets regional diversity in Georgia. Emphasis on spices and meats (poultry, beef, pork and mutton) as well as soups and creams. |
Local food specialities | Currywurst, spätzle, königsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Chao Tom, Bahn Xeo, Goi Cuon, Bun Thit Nuong, Bahn Cuon, Mi Quang, Bun nam, Bun cha ca | Pho, cha ca, Vietnamese coffee, pastries and breads | Lviv cheesecake, fish Zupa, Tsivikli, Karmanadli, Banosh, Borscht, Salo, Syrnyky | Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileña, churros | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Vepřo knedlo zelo, Česnečka, Guláš, Svíčková na smetaně, Ovocné Knedlíky. | Kimchi, bulgogi, chap chae, mandu, sam gae tang, bossam | Kachapuri, kuchmachi, khinkali, chikhirtma, kharcho with gomi, jonjoli |
Eat like a local | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets | Noodle Houses, Bakeries, Coffee and Tea Houses, street food | Local grills, themed taverns, local breweries, small bakeries | Have some tapas and sangria at a tasca and paella at an authentic eatery. Keep an eye on the time and visit a cafeteria for a mid-afternoon merienda and some churros! | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | Pubs and taverns, street food stalls, local cafés | Smaller, local eateries (sikdang), street stalls and local markets | Small local restaurants, open bars, terraces and wine bars |
Vegetarian / vegan options | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 107 options on HappyCow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 9 options on HappyCow | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 112 options on HappyCow | 57 options on Happy Cow | 10 options on Happy Cow |