A Hidden Gem in Vladivostok with a Deceptive Name and Stunning Coastlines

I recently visited Vladivostok during the peak summer heat, and we ended up checking out a bunch of beaches. What's interesting is that each beach we visited was totally different. I've already reviewed some of the more notable spots like Glass Bay and Shamora City Beach, as well as the lighthouse beach. Today, I want to talk about another bay called Quiet Bay. The main perk of this bay is that you don't have to travel far to get to the water, since it's located within the city limits. All you have to do is hop on bus number 31, which will take you from the city center to Quiet Bay in about 25-30 minutes. The fare in August 2019 was 23 rubles. From there, you just need to walk under the highway bridge, and you're there. The beach is free, but the infrastructure is pretty basic. There are some small food stalls where you can grab some grilled sea urchins and other snacks, but that's about it. The rest of the area is pretty much like a wild beach. The scenery is actually pretty nice, though. Quiet Bay is situated on the Ussuri Bay coast.

view from the right side of Quiet Bay

There are some beautiful, rugged cliffs along the beach, and there's also this artificial embankment that looks like a dam.

The shoreline is lined with pretty large rocks, which looks really nice.

We weren't exactly blown away by the beach itself - it's not exactly the most comfortable place to relax. That's why the many people here looking for a spot to unwind are on the hunt for a few decent areas with smaller rocks, or they're setting up on construction planks right near the water's edge. beachgoers Along the entire shoreline, on a slight elevation, are the summer houses that you can rent for a more comfortable stay. We spent ages trying to find a good spot, but then we decided to walk a bit further along the beach, where it was less crowded. And we were rewarded! Under a beautiful rocky overhang, we stumbled upon a pretty cozy beach with some sandy patches here and there! view from the left, summer houses and the rocks of Tikhaya Bay We ended up setting up right on the stone steps of the cliff, layered rock which we then weren't afraid to climb up, just so we could take in the breathtaking view of the bay and the ships anchored offshore! sea and ships Although the beach here was pretty, with its small colorful pebbles, the bottom turned out to be pretty rocky. One of the things that struck me about this bay is the sheer number of big rocks. The water's actually pretty clean. The depth builds up really smoothly. I'm not sure who decided to call this place the 'Quiet Bay', but it doesn't quite live up to its name - the waves here are pretty strong.wavesbeach, waves and shipsWatching the waves crash and break against the rocks is mesmerizing, but you do need to be careful when swimming - there's a risk that a strong wave could push you onto the sharp reef. I was a bit careless and ended up scratching my leg. And then there are the thrill-seekers who try to surf these waves!

The beach keeps washing up all these beautiful sea shells and bits of glass.

sea shells and glassI've never seen a sea star up close before, but that's exactly what I spotted here. And I got to hold it in my hands!

sea starAnd then there's the sea urchin we managed to rescue from the frying pan.

sea urchinDespite the downsides - like the lack of a toilet, a comfortable spot to sit, and the crowds - I still have some pretty pleasant memories of the Quiet Bay. It's mainly because of the stunning coastline and how easily accessible it is. I wouldn't call it a peaceful or cozy spot, but it's definitely worth visiting, if only to see those incredible waves, the quirky rocks, and get to hold a live sea star in your hands! It's definitely different from the other bays in Vladivostok, and that's probably its charm. I'd definitely recommend checking it out.

But what really sets this place apart is the build quality. I was blown away by how sturdy the scenery feels in person. The shows just how well-made it is. I've been exploring it for a week now, and I'm still impressed by the ease of use - it's so intuitive, even my grandma could figure it out!