Updated for 2026: Arcadia remains one of Odesa's best-known seaside promenades, and the seasonal palm alley is still a cheerful warm-weather stop for a walk, photos, and a dose of resort atmosphere.
You do not need to fly to the Canary Islands, Cuba, or Nice for a palm-lined stroll - Odesa has its own palm alley.
Exotic plants were already growing here back in the Soviet era, but the idea did not last. That is why the return of these tall, elegant palms was greeted so warmly by locals. Palm trees instantly give the seafront a relaxed southern feel, especially with a bright flower bed running alongside them.
Today, the palms on Arcadia's main avenue have become a familiar sight for both residents and visitors. They are a seasonal attraction, though: you will see them in spring, summer, and autumn, while in winter they are moved to a greenhouse until the warm weather returns.
Odesa is often nicknamed Southern Palmyra, so the revival of the palm alley in Arcadia feels especially fitting. It is not just a pretty detail - it adds to the city's long-standing image as a sunny Black Sea resort.
