Lenin nuclear-powered icebreaker, Pioneer of Nuclear-Powered Icebreaking

Атомный ледокол ЛЕНИН
Atomic icebreaker Lenin, Portovyj passage, Zeleny Mys, Leninsky district, Murmansk, city district of Murmansk, Murmansk Oblast, Northwestern Federal District, 183038, Russian Federation
The tour guide speaks very well with a sense of humor
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Introduction

The Lenin Nuclear Icebreaker is the world's first nuclear-powered icebreaker. It was in service from 1959 to 1989 and is now retired and docked at the Murmansk port, providing tours for tourists. It has been transformed into a museum, showcasing its history and technological features in Arctic exploration. It is a rare experience for visitors interested in history and marine science. Actual visits can be obtained with free Russian-speaking guides. It should be noted that its opening hours are not regular, with Mondays and Tuesdays being rest days. From Wednesday to Friday, there is only one tour available at 12 PM, and visitors need to arrange their itinerary in advance.
Address
Atomic icebreaker Lenin, Portovyj passage, Zeleny Mys, Leninsky district, Murmansk, city district of Murmansk, Murmansk Oblast, Northwestern Federal District, 183038, Russian Federation
Opening hours
Wednesday-Friday at 12.00
Weekends and holidays at 12.00, 13.00, 14.00, 15.00
Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Transportation
After walking through a long overpass past the Murmansk bus station, turn right and walk about 250 meters before turning left to see the icebreaker.

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