Sights of Chelyabinsk: 15 best places

Chelyabinsk is informally called the capital of the Southern Urals. It is believed that it is located on the geological border of the Urals and Siberia. It is the administrative center of the Chelyabinsk region. Population: 1.2 million people. The area of the city is about 50 thousand hectares.

It is located on the banks of the Miass River, in the forest-steppe zone. Within the city there are the Shershnevskoye Reservoir, lakes Smolino, Sineglazovo and First. It is believed that the name comes from the Bashkir word “silebe” - “depression”, “shallow hole”.

Chelyabinsk Arbat

First of all, in Chelyabinsk you should go to the most beautiful and memorable street in the city. The idea to create your own Arbat appeared in 2000: as a result, part of Kirov Street turned into a real cultural masterpiece. Young and cozy “Kirovka,” as it was affectionately nicknamed by local residents, has become a place where mass celebrations and flash mobs take place, musicians sing songs, and artists offer their canvases. There are also many attractions of Chelyabinsk, including preserved unique old merchant houses, nice bronze sculptures and interesting monuments. Chelyabinsk Arbat creates a special spiritual atmosphere.

Main attractions of Chelyabinsk: TOP-5

The city carefully treats historical and cultural monuments acquired in different eras. Among the diverse sights of Chelyabinsk, photos and descriptions of which you will find on the page, it is worth highlighting several particularly significant ones.

Monument to the Founders

Address: st. Kirov. Transport stop "Geological Museum".

At the beginning of Kirov Street, which the townspeople themselves call Chelyabinsk Arbat, there is a wonderful monument to the founders of the city. The place was not chosen by chance. It was here that a fortress was built in 1736, giving rise to the Ural metropolis. A rectangular tower with battlements and a large dial rises on the pedestal. The high spire of the dome is crowned with the figure of the Archangel Michael, as if hovering above the street. At the base of the tower there are bronze sculptures of a Bashkir - the indigenous inhabitant of the land, a peasant who built the fortress, a Cossack who defended the city from enemies, and the head of the garrison A. Tevkelev. The monument, made of concrete, is lined with slabs of gray marble. The dome and spire are covered with gold.

Complex of buildings of South Ural University

Address: Lenin Avenue, 76. SUSU transport stop.

During the Second World War, not only many factories were moved to the Urals, but also a number of educational institutions designed to train qualified personnel for production. On the basis of one of them, the Stalingrad Mechanical Institute, the South Ural University was organized in 1943, which by the middle of the last century became the largest university in the region. At the same time, a complex of 7-story buildings was erected, consisting of a main and two auxiliary buildings connected by passages. During the reconstruction carried out in 1999-2003, the main building acquired a new look. The building has grown by 11 floors. A magnificent tower was erected on its roof, topped with a spire with a double-headed eagle, rising 86 m above the ground. The side pylons are decorated with sculptures of Nike and Prometheus. For more than 15 years, the Palace of Science in the Stalinist Empire style has been one of the main symbols of Chelyabinsk.

Sculptural composition “Tale of the Urals”

Address: Station Square. Transport stop "Railway Station".

The magnificent monument, personifying the fortitude, power and inflexibility of the character of the Urals - one of the main foundation stones on which the power of Russia is based, is an iconic landmark of Chelyabinsk. The Russian hero, glorified in Bazhov’s tales, leans on a huge hammer and proudly looks into the distance. At his feet is a mountain of stone blocks, crushed by a mighty hand. The sculptural composition made of granite, 12 m high, is placed on a pedestal trimmed with marble slabs. V. Zaikov’s creation makes a stunning impression.

"Good Angel"

Address: Victory Garden. Transport stop "Victory Garden".

The city sacredly honors the memory of the heroes who did not return from the battlefields of the Great Patriotic War. In 2008, a monument was erected in Victory Square, which immediately took its place among the main attractions of Chelyabinsk. A 10-meter marble column placed on a pedestal is crowned with a gold-plated sculpture. An angel standing on a hemisphere symbolizing the globe releases a dove of Peace into the sky. The monument looks both majestic and elegant.

Lenin Mausoleum on the Scarlet Field

Address: Scarlet Field Square. Transport stop "Scarlet Field".

The unique monument-mausoleum can undoubtedly be considered one of the iconic sights of Chelyabinsk, despite the ambiguous attitude towards the figure of the leader of the world proletariat. The incredibly beautiful building, erected in 1925 under the leadership of the famous Vera Mukhina, is distinguished by its eclectic style. Egyptian obelisks and antique columns, oriental arches and European cast iron coexist perfectly in its exterior. Bronze bust of V.I. Lenin by V. Kozlov, installed in a deep niche on the second floor, to which two staircases lead.

Church of the Holy Trinity

Another interesting attraction of Chelyabinsk, a must-see, is the Trinity Cathedral. It was originally a modest wooden structure erected in 1829. In 1914, the building could no longer accommodate all the believers, so the church was dismantled, and a cathedral with a bell tower was erected in its place. During the years of Soviet power, the domes were dismantled, and the building itself was converted into a local history museum. In 1990, the cathedral was finally returned to the diocese. As a result of long and complex work, the temple was restored to its former grandeur: the unique painting in the Vasnetsov style and acoustics were restored.

Arena "Tractor"

One of the most visited tourist places in Chelyabinsk is the Traktor Arena. The modern ice rink was designed with the greatest possible comfort for its spectators. The three-story building, the construction of which began in 2007, is designed in high-tech style. The main feature of the arena is the ability to quickly transform into a stage within a couple of hours, without the need to defrost the ice. Thanks to this, in addition to sports matches and competitions, the arena can host concerts and exhibitions.

Chelyabinsk State Museum of Local Lore

Every art lover should definitely visit the main museum of the city in Chelyabinsk, which is now better known as the State Historical Museum of the Southern Urals. It began its existence in 1913 thanks to a group of enthusiasts who organized the collection of collections and exhibits. The opening ceremony took place in 1923. The museum's fund includes more than 250 thousand items - this is a unique treasury of the historical, cultural and spiritual heritage of the region. Of particular interest among the museum exhibits is the largest fragment of the Chelyabinsk meteorite found, weighing over 500 kg.

5. Scarlet Field

One of the most interesting attractions in Chelyabinsk for tourists is the quiet and well-kept recreation park “Aloe Field”, located in the very heart of the city. Back in 1905, a rally of workers from Chelyabinsk factories and workshops took place at this site, which was brutally suppressed. In memory of those bloody events, the name “Scarlet Field” arose. On the territory of the park there is a children's creativity palace, an imitation of Lenin's mausoleum and the Eaglet monument.

Mansion of merchant Arkhipov

Mansion of merchant Arkhipov in Chelyabinsk

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The solemn and elegant two-story mansion was built in 1911 for the Chelyabinsk merchant and philanthropist Mikhail Arkhipov. Almost 70 years later, the building was given the status of an architectural monument.

The mansion is called a historical decoration of the city. Here, the original interior and interior decoration have been preserved since pre-revolutionary times - massive wooden doors, ceilings, window frames, stone stairs with wrought iron railings, tiled stoves, paintings and plaster stucco ceilings.

Lake Smolino

In the southeast of Chelyabinsk the waves of the region's best natural attraction splash. Lake Smolino is a natural slightly salted reservoir, which has been listed as a natural monument since 1969. Smolino is a fragment of an ancient sea - the waters filled a bowl with a clay bottom. Once upon a time, the silt and mud of the lake had healing properties, and swimming in its waters had a beneficial effect on the body and cured many diseases. Now the lake is heavily polluted due to its proximity to a large industrial center and the Shershnevsky reservoir.

Opera and Ballet Theater named after M. V. Glinka

The function of artistic and moral education of residents has long rested on the mighty shoulders of the Opera and Ballet Theater, the construction of which began in 1937. The repertoire widely includes classical operas by Soviet and Western European composers, as well as familiar ballet performances in new interpretations. The uniform style, manner, and composition of the ballet troupe helped to win many prizes, awards and titles.

Where to go in Chelyabinsk and what else to see

Opera and Ballet Theater named after. M.I. Glinka

The theater began operating in 1956. Construction of the building began back in 1937. This is a monumental building in the style of classicism - a colonnade in front of the entrance, a triangular pediment, statues on the roof. The hall and foyer are decorated with typical Soviet luxury. The walls are lined with marble. The staircase is covered with carpet. Huge windows with heavy beautiful curtains.

Theatergoers can enjoy classical ballets, operas and operettas here. The repertoire is aimed mainly at adults, but there are several musicals for children.

Address: Yaroslavsky Square, 1, Chelyabinsk, Chelyabinsk region

Opening hours: daily from 10:00 to 19:00

Admission: depends on production

Drama Theater named after. Nauma Orlova

The cultural institution was founded in 1921. Located in a building built specifically for the theater in 1982. Multi-storey oval-shaped building. It looks very unusual for a theater, rather reminiscent of a large library. At night, the building is effectively illuminated with special lighting.

The theater is considered the best in the region. The repertoire includes Russian classics, modern European and domestic plays. In addition, the building is well equipped for the youngest spectators (from 3 to 7 years old) - there is a special “Gallery” stage with cozy pouffe chairs for children. The children's repertoire consists of fairy tales from peoples of the world.

Address: Revolution Square, 6, Chelyabinsk, Chelyabinsk region

Opening hours: daily from 9:30 to 19:00

Admission: depends on production

Cinema named after A.S. Pushkin

The oldest cinema in Chelyabinsk. It was built in 1937 for the 100th anniversary of Pushkin. This is the first Soviet cinema with 2 halls. The building was created in the constructivist style. This 2-story house, shaped like a cube, immediately attracts the attention of visiting guests.

Nowadays there is a cinema and theater complex where festivals are held, as well as performances of the Manneken Theater.

Address: Pushkin street, 64, Chelyabinsk, Chelyabinsk region

Official website: https://kinopushkin.ru/

Drama chamber theater

A very young theater - it began work in 1988. Its creators are young artists of the Youth Theater. The chamber theater positions itself as innovative; its productions take place in experimental forms.

Socially edgy plays, both modern and from the early 20th century, are staged here. In addition to performances, the Camerata theater festival takes place here. Fans of theatrical experiments will enjoy the theater.

Address: Tswillinga street, 15, Chelyabinsk, Chelyabinsk region

Zoo

Located in the center of the city. It was opened in 1996. More than 100 species of animals live on an area of 30 hectares. There are primates, birds of prey, large cats (pumas, Amur tigers, lynxes), and artiodactyls. The pride of the zoo is the polar bears.

A great place to relax with children - there is a petting zoo, and you can also ride a horse or take part in a quest.

Address: Truda street, 191, Chelyabinsk, Chelyabinsk region

Opening hours: daily from 10:00 to 20:00;

Entrance: for adults - 250 rubles, for children - 130 rubles, children under 4 years old - free

Church of the Icon of the Mother of God Search for the Lost

The church is located in the southern part of the city. Date of construction: 2001-2003. The building has white walls and is slightly elongated in height. A tented bell tower rises above the main building.

This small temple has 2 limits - upper and lower. In the lower one there is a font in the shape of a cross. On the church facade there is a mosaic icon of the Mother of God “Seeking the Lost.”

One of the most beautiful churches in the city is located in a quiet and peaceful place. Here you can just calmly walk and admire the architecture.

Address: 2nd Paveletskaya street, 36-a, Chelyabinsk, Chelyabinsk region

Opening hours: daily from 10:00 to 17:00; Monday - closed

Official website: https://chelhram.ru/

Holy Trinity Church

In the Zarechye area stands the Church of the Holy Trinity. It was created in 1911–1914. The building is in pseudo-Russian style with numerous domes. The walls are lined with soft red brick.

Inside the temple is interesting with its cedar iconostasis, wall paintings and stunning acoustics. The church is active with daily services.

Address: Kirova street, 60a, Chelyabinsk, Chelyabinsk region

Opening hours: daily from 6:00 to 18:00

Official website: https://hram-troica74.ru/

Historical Museum of the Southern Urals

It has been operating since 1923, but until 2016 the museum was called a local history museum. Located in the center of the city. The museum has historical, ethnographic, decorative and applied exhibitions. In total, the collection includes more than 300 thousand exhibits.

The most popular attraction of Chelyabinsk is also kept here - a fragment of a meteorite that fell on the city in 2013.

Address: Truda street, 100, Chelyabinsk, Chelyabinsk region

Opening hours: daily from 11:00 to 19:00

Admission: for adults - from 60 rubles, children under 7 years old - free

Museum of entertaining science "Experimentus"

A private museum that has been welcoming visitors since 2011. Its founder, engineer Semenov, wanted to create a place where the laws of physics and chemistry are explained in a playful way. Here you can see a mini-Tornado, a voice volume meter, and a Tesla ball.

The museum is interactive. Visitors conduct experiments - launching rockets, creating lightning, lifting weights with “one little finger.” The exhibitions will be of interest to both adults and children.

Address: Kopeiskoe highway, 64, Chelyabinsk, Chelyabinsk region

Opening hours: daily from 10:00 to 20:00

Entrance: for adults - 400 rubles.

Circus

Not far from Kirovka there is a round circus building. The structure was built in the 70–80s of the 20th century, but the history of the Chelyabinsk circus begins in 1901. Here you can see performances by local artists, as well as performances by touring troupes.

In 2022, the circus began a major renovation. The building is going to be completely reconstructed in the near future. An ideal place for a family holiday.

Address: Kirova street, 25, Chelyabinsk, Chelyabinsk region

Opening hours: daily from 10:00 to 19:00

Art Museum

The museum exhibits are located in a building in the city center on the central square. The founding day is considered to be 1940, when the city art gallery was opened.

Here you can see paintings by Aivazovsky, Levitan, Kramskoy. As well as the creations of local craftsmen - Kasli casting, stone figurines carved by Ural stone-cutters.

Today it is the largest collection of fine art in the Southern Urals. Art lovers should definitely visit it.

Address: Truda street, 92A, Chelyabinsk, Chelyabinsk region

Opening hours: daily from 10:00 to 18:00

Entrance: for adults - 100 rubles, for children - 50 rubles, children under 6 years old - free

SUSU Center for Rocket and Space Technology

The museum is located in the building of the Aerospace Faculty of Chelyabinsk State University. The exhibition is dedicated to the development of rocket and space technologies. Here you can see ballistic missiles, including the famous Scud.

The museum was created in 1999, previously it was a training center. “Rocket” specialists were trained here. A very interesting place for both adults and children.

Address: Lenin Avenue, 76, Chelyabinsk, Chelyabinsk region

House-aquarium

Since 1983, Tishchenko Park has hosted guests in a house where rare fish and animals (turtles, snakes, frogs) live. This is a two-story building with 3 exhibition halls. There is a small exhibition with the furnishings of a sea vessel. There are fish swimming in the large pool that you can feed. And dozens more small aquariums where smaller fish live.

It's worth coming here with your child. Children and teenagers are fascinated by feeding fish, stories about sea creatures, and animation programs.

Address: 60-letiya Oktyabrya street, 11, Chelyabinsk, Chelyabinsk region

Opening hours: daily from 10:00 to 19:00

Ice Arena "Traktor"

Sports complex, built in 2009. The building hosts sports and cultural performances. But first of all, it is a hockey rink. The building has 3 floors. It can accommodate from 7 to 9 thousand people.

Up to 100 hockey matches and up to 20 exhibitions or concerts are held here every year. Fans of mass (sports or cultural) events will appreciate this place.

Address: 250-Letiya Chelyabinsk street, 38, Chelyabinsk, Chelyabinsk region

Opening hours: daily from 10:00 to 19:00

Chelyabinsk Zoo

In order to spend a memorable day full of positive emotions, it is worth visiting the Chelyabinsk City Zoo. Chelyabinsk residents are proud of their unique zoo, where visitors will get acquainted with many rare exotic animals, including: kangaroos, bears, sloths, leopards, tigers, monkeys, birds. In addition, the zoo presented tropical insects for the first time in the Asian part of the country. Of the permanent inhabitants of the zoo, 84 species are listed in the International Red Book. A walk through the zoo will captivate both children and adults: there really is something to see here.

Famous Chelyabinsk zoos and aquariums

Most kids simply adore animals. Zoos and other places in Chelyabinsk that introduce you to the animal world are presented in this section.

Chelyabinsk Zoo

Address: st. Labor, 191.

In the center of Chelyabinsk, on an area of 8 hectares, live 429 representatives of the animal world, belonging to 135 species. The zoo in the city appeared in 1992 through the efforts of local entrepreneurs V. Tkachev and M. Khaevskaya. The exhibition is divided into several sections, separated by species or habitat.

For example, “Tropical world”, “Small predators of the Urals and Siberia”, “Bears”, “Domestic ungulates”, “Primates”, “Big cats”. In addition to the main exhibition especially for young visitors, the large zoological park includes a “Children’s Petting Zoo”. Exotarium has been operating since 2016.

Today at the zoo you can get acquainted not only with the current, but also with the extinct inhabitants of the planet; as part of the exhibition “Prehistoric and modern reptiles”, an analogue of a dino park has been created, where 12 species of ancient animals are presented. The zoo also offers horse riding services.

House-Aquarium

Address: st. 60th anniversary of October, 11, bldg. 4.

The Aquarium House, one of the oldest facilities on the territory of Tishchenko Park, will introduce children to representatives of the underwater world. It is considered the only exhibition facility of this profile in the Chelyabinsk region.

The exhibition consists of three halls. The central one is beautifully decorated to resemble a fishing ship; the large hall displays the main part of the inhabitants - 80 species of fish.

In the same part of the attraction there is a tank with Koi carps, which you can not only look at, but also feed. The third part is a terrarium, where there are snakes, insects, lizards, turtles, a total of 20 species.

Petting Zoo "Prostokvashino"

Address: st. Truda, 183, 4th floor.

The zoological corner in the Gagarin Park shopping center is named after your favorite cartoon. Chelyabinsk “Prostokvashino” is home to both representatives of exotic fauna and guests from the southern regions, such as monkeys, noses and iguanas, as well as the breadwinner pets familiar to the Russian countryside: sheep, goats, chickens, piglets. “Prostokvashino” is a petting zoo, where you can communicate and interact with animals.

Petting Zoo "Merry Village"

Address: shopping and entertainment complex "KUBA", 4th floor, Zwillinga, 25.

“Merry Village” and its inhabitants are waiting for young animal lovers in the “Kuba” shopping complex. A small contract zoo aimed specifically at children has an extensive, but quite usual for such facilities, set of animals and birds: rabbits, hedgehogs, goats, pigs, peacocks, parrots, owls, turkeys, etc.

Exhibition "Enotovinsk"

Address: st. Kirova, 27.

Raccoons are usually very popular with children. These cute animals live in Chelyabinsk in the Naberezhny shopping center, at the specialized animal exhibition Enotovinsk. All raccoons are tame and easily make contact. Visiting is possible by appointment, individually or as part of a group.

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Museum of entertaining science "Experimentus"

The youngest and most amazing museum in the city has already won love and popularity among its residents. Dozens of amazing experiments can be carried out independently in this unusual museum. The exhibits not only demonstrate physical and chemical phenomena, but also make them visual and entertaining, which not every museum can boast of. Here you can literally touch a tornado, look at yourself through the eyes of a predator, or launch lightning from your hands. At the same time, practical experiments will be equally exciting both for children, who will not be distracted from launching new mechanisms, and for adults, for whom the museum’s exhibits will seem to take them back to their school years. This is one of the best places in Chelyabinsk to visit with children.

The best attractions in Chelyabinsk for children

The city offers both network and unique local leisure facilities for children - play centers, indoor amusement parks, quests, etc.

Nikaland Amusement Park

Address: st. Truda, 183, 4th floor.

Entertainment, located in the Gagarin Park shopping complex, combines entertainment, entertainment and educational components - here you can relax with the whole family.

Both children and adults will enjoy playing bowling; the entertainment complex includes a cinema with many children's shows; you can play and burn off energy in the Baby Land playroom, where children will be entertained by animators.

The Nikaland amusement park is a place in Chelyabinsk where children can travel back to the prehistoric past and meet dinosaurs. The complex implements the popular dino park format, where life-size figures of lizards are presented, they are animated, can move and make sounds.

Family amusement park "Planet Smiles"

Address: st. Zwillinga, 25, 4th floor.

“Entrance to the planet of entertainment,” is the slogan that greets guests at the indoor amusement park in the Cuba shopping center. Planet Smiles is positioned as a family park.

There are more than 100 attractions and slot machines of various types and formats - carousels, simulators, virtual reality, a three-level game labyrinth for children from 3 years old, a “children's survival school”, which is something like a go-kart for young drivers, a traditional race track.

Those who decide to visit the planet with very young children can send them to kindergarten - this is the name of the 0+ play area, with educational toys and a variety of activities such as slides and ball pits. The amusement park features popular board games and interactive games such as air hockey and video games.

City of professions "Masterslavl"

Address: Moldavskaya st., 10.

Probably everyone in childhood played as firefighters, rescuers, police officers, teachers, doctors, archaeologists, cooks, etc. The principle of everyday children's play is the basis of entertainment, where everything is as close to reality as possible.

In Chelyabinsk, in the sports building, the city “Masterslavl” was created - a model in which conditions are simulated as close as possible to adult realities. Children from 3 to 12 years old can become “residents” of the city.

The children master one profession or another, learn how to earn money, plan a budget, and solve everyday problems. In Masterslavl there is a special game currency in circulation, all participants are issued documents - a residence permit and a work book. Current information about projects and operating hours is published on the company’s social networks.

Entertaining

Address: Artilleriyskaya st., 136, 2nd floor.

The name of the children's play complex on the second floor of the Gorki shopping center evokes hot southern associations. "Madagascar" is an abundance of children's entertainment: trampolines, climbing frames, rope parks, a climbing wall.

The center is ready to accept young visitors from one year old; there are facilities designed for children (up to 3 years old) and for older children - preschool and primary school age.

“Madagascaria” has a professional team of animators; the entertainment center is positioned as an excellent place for holding children’s events and organizing children’s leisure time.

Entertainment

Address: Artilleriyskaya st., 117, 1st floor; st. Chicherina, 28, 2nd floor.

“Hlop-Top” is a whole city of children's entertainment. The network is represented by two facilities: an entertainment center with an area of 2,500 sq. m. on Artilleriyskaya Street. m. opened in 2022, a year later a similar facility appeared on the second floor of the Cosmos shopping center.

There are various options for children's leisure. Traditional trampolines, labyrinths, tubing slopes and inflatable slides, ropes, many objects where you can crawl, jump, and burn off energy, which are traditional and loved by active children. There is also a carousel at the “Clap Top”; there is a special area for very young children.

Quieter children will enjoy playing board games. In the “family space,” face painting services are provided, photographers work, and children are entertained by animators.

Entertainment

Address: st. Truda, 203, 3rd floor; Kopeiskoe highway, 64.

"Megaland" is a well-known network of children's entertainment parks, presented in Chelyabinsk in four locations, on the territory of the shopping centers "Focus", "Almaz", "Rodnik" and "Megapolis".

In the traditional format for such leisure establishments, there are slot machines and various activity options for the younger generation - slides, labyrinths, trampolines.

Adventure seekers can play to their heart's content in the jungle, a stylized play area for active recreation.

Quest Arena

Address: st. Shaumyan, 122.

Adventure games in the quest format are popular among different ages. It is aimed at a young audience, offering children exciting quests based on the popular TV shows “Keys to Fort Boyard” and “The Last Hero”.

The first is intended for people aged 6 years and older, the second is suitable for both children and adults. The company also provides services for organizing children's parties and conducts game programs.

Game show "Fort Boyard"

Address: ave. Lenina, 19V.

A quest show taking place in different cities of Russia is dedicated to the popular game of French origin in a fort near the city of La Rochelle. It reached Chelyabinsk and immediately gained popularity among city residents, including families with children.

Its plot is as close as possible to the original source, the game lasts 1.5 hours. The local "Fort Boyard branch" accepts players from 6 years of age. Suitable for an active holiday with a group of children or a children's party.

Children's space STAIRS

Address: st. Molodogvardeytsev, 17.

Children's quests, master classes and parties for children are conducted by STAIRS, a company positioning itself as a children's space. The program includes several quests based on the popular children's book series of the new century - "Harry Potter" by Juan Rowling.

The Snow Queen quest is aimed at children aged 5 years and older. At STAIRS you can order an animator or a whole turnkey holiday, attend a game program or learn something new at a master class.

Attractions on Kirov from Big Creative Company

Address: st. Kirova, 104.

A whole complex of popular children's entertainment in Chelyabinsk operates on Kirova Street under the auspices. Network objects are located at two addresses, in neighboring houses. Several common formats are implemented, combining gaming and educational components.

"The Giant's House" and "The Upside Down House" are popular educational attractions. In the first, all objects are significantly larger than their actual sizes, and even an adult feels like a baby; in the second, everything is turned upside down, or rather from the floor to the ceiling.

In the Museum of Illusion, where miracles become reality, you can see fantastic 3D paintings and take amazing pictures. There are also mirror and ribbon mazes available for all ages. Children from 6 and adults can complete the “Prison Escape” quest.

Alexander Nevsky Church

One of the most famous and majestic religious attractions of Chelyabinsk is the Alexander Nevsky Temple. The bright red brick creation is located in the very center of the city. The church was founded in 1907, the temple was distinguished by a new facade style at that time - Russian-Byzantine. During Soviet times, the church was closed, and the building housed a printing shop. In 1986, the building was transferred to the Philharmonic Society, organizing an organ music hall. The temple was returned to the Russian Orthodox Church in 2010, at which time services and ceremonies were resumed.

11. Victory Garden

The square appeared in the 30s at the same time as the construction of a tractor factory on the site of a birch grove. The presence of concert venues and military equipment attracts both tourists and city residents here. Perhaps the Victory Garden stands out as the most patriotic place in Chelyabinsk. Here you can see many memorial monuments, and on May 9, rallies and festive events are traditionally held here. At this time, the park is truly transformed: ceremonial music sounds, mass processions take place, and an exhibition of military equipment is organized.

Beautiful places in Chelyabinsk that are worth visiting

Lovers of history, culture and art will have a place to spend the weekend in Chelyabinsk. There are interesting places here.

"Chelyabinsk City", observation deck

The site meets safety requirements and is located on the 23rd floor of the business center. It offers a panoramic view of the city. All the sights of Chelyabinsk are at your fingertips. For those who wish, events are organized - candlelight dinner, fireworks, marriage registration.

The business center is located on Kirovka. Tram 22, 17, 3, minibuses 478, 46.

Opening hours: 09.00-22.00.

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Victory Garden

What is the Victory Garden famous for? The answer is simple: military equipment. Here are tanks, cars, artillery installations - everything with detailed descriptions. The object appeared in the 30s. Every year on May 9th a parade takes place here. Photo sessions can be arranged if desired. Perfect for history buffs.

Located on the street. Heroes of Tankograd. Bus 25c, 4, 1, trolleybus 26, 19, 21.

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Kashtaksky pine forest

You should definitely visit the forest, which is a memorable place of botanical origin. Tame squirrels are the main attractions of the forest. Suitable for those who are looking for privacy from the everyday hustle and bustle. A great place to explore on foot or by bike.

There are also holiday homes on site with all amenities and clean rooms.

You can get to Kashtaksky Bor by bus 71, 51, 16. The nearest stops are “Anosova Street”, “Bratiev Kashirinykh”.

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Chelyabinsk Puppet Theater

One of the oldest theaters in the Urals was created by the Garyanovs, who moved to the city in the 1930s. It all started with the purchase of the mysterious two-hundred-year-old Parsley, which inspired the couple to work with dolls. Initially, the theater staged individual productions, and after 5 years it received state status, after which its first season took place and it received its own building. A year later, the country's first studio producing puppeteers was created. Now this is a cozy building, similar to a tower from fairy tales, where performances aimed at the youngest spectators are regularly held.

Children's performances in Chelyabinsk theaters

Taking your child to a performance is an excellent option for organizing cultural leisure. Performances and game programs for children are included in the repertoire of several city theaters.

Puppet Theater named after. V. Volkhovsky

Address: st. Kirova, 8.

The regional puppet theater in Chelyabinsk is one of the oldest in the Urals; it was founded by Pavel and Nina Garyanov in 1930. The current building on Kirova Street, reminiscent of a tower, welcomed the institution into its walls in 1972.

This is one of the five Russian theaters with which the creative activity of the famous actor, director and puppeteer Valery Volkhovsky was associated. He was the main director here in 1977-1987, this era is considered “golden” in the history of the theater, in 2006 the institution was named after him.

The modern repertoire includes performances of different genres and formats, for children and adults. There are productions that involve both people and puppets. Fairy tales based on classic children's works by K. Chukovsky, L. Carroll and other authors are popular.

Productions aimed at children contain an interactive component; young spectators are involved in the performance process, for example, in the play “The Gosling and the Beech”.

Interactive theater-museum "Fairy Tale House"

Address: st. Zwillinga, 50/1.

A.S. Pushkin is the author of many children's fairy tales. In the park named after him in Chelyabinsk there is a whole house where fairy tales live. This is a place where a child can get acquainted with Russian culture through play and immerse himself in a magical atmosphere.

The House of Fairy Tales is a theater and a museum; children here are not just spectators: the principles of classical theater are combined here with animation. The staff includes professional actors and teachers, the fairy tale can leave its home, and the theater-museum staff conducts on-site events.

Chelyabinsk State Drama Youth Theater

Address: st. Kirova, 116.

The Youth Theater, founded in Chelyabinsk in 1965, has been officially called the Drama Youth Theater since 2011. The history of the theater began with the production of “The Golden Key” by Alexei Tolstoy; performances for preschool and school-age children occupy an important place in the repertoire.

For children over 6 years old, productions of classical works and stories are offered, such as “The Town Musicians of Bremen”, “Ivan Tsarevich and the Gray Wolf” and modern plays. Some of the performances have no age restrictions and are suitable for very young spectators. A large block of the repertoire is for teenagers with an index of 12+, and there are also adult productions.

Chamber Theater of Chelyabinsk

Address: st. Zwillinga, 15.

In 1988, thanks to the Youth Theater actor, another theater appeared in the city - the Chamber Theater. It has been operating in the building on Zwillinga Street since 1991, and a year later it acquired state status.

In terms of its profile, this is not a children’s theater; the repertoire includes many adult performances for 16+, but the “Tyuz” roots of the institution make themselves felt, and some of the productions are aimed at the younger generation - these are interpretations of classic fairy tale plots, modern plays, fairy tales and musicals.

Chelyabinsk has a reputation as a city where a child’s leisure time can be varied and interesting, which is confirmed by the entertainment and attractions described above. Here every mother and father, grandmother and grandfather will find somewhere to take their children and grandchildren.

Theater "Mannequin"

Originating as a student platform for variety miniatures, from the moment of its creation the Manneken Theater in Chelyabinsk strived for professionalism and growth. Hard work quickly bore fruit: in 1992 the theater received municipal status, and in 2000 a new stage in. Any production presented in this theater is always a bright and extraordinary event. They are not afraid to experiment; they are always looking for new forms and ideas. The theater's playbill presents truly exciting performances with an unconventional director's vision. Both local artists and troupes that come on tour take part in the productions. It will be very interesting to visit this place in Chelyabinsk.

Cathedral Mosque "Ak-Mosque"

Cathedral mosque "Ak-mosque" in Chelyabinsk

Chelyabinsk region

Ak-mosque, or “White Mosque”, was built in Chelyabinsk in 1899. Large businessman Zakir Galeev gave his own plot of land on Asian Street (today Elkin Street) for the construction of the Cathedral Mosque. The mosque has a mihrab - a blind prayer niche in the wall facing Mecca. The four-tiered minaret is topped with a dome and spire.

Next to the main building there are several more buildings, they housed a Muslim primary school - maktab, and later a free library-reading room was opened here. Today, Sunday courses on the basics of Islam and reading the Koran are held at the Cathedral Mosque.

Drama Theater named after Naum Orlov

The history of the main theater of Chelyabinsk goes back almost a hundred years: the date of its foundation is considered to be 1921. The theater is not afraid of searches and new productions. The repertoire is very diverse: both serious productions that receive top marks at festivals and simple comedies find their audience here. The theater actively cooperates with directors from Moscow, St. Petersburg and other major cities of the country, which makes it possible to work with actors from different schools and open up new creative perspectives.

Revolution square

The most important and interesting city events take place on the main city square - Revolution Square, around which there is a park. The buildings of the Arbitration Regional Court, City Hall and Drama Theater harmoniously fit into the architectural ensemble of this landmark of Chelyabinsk. According to Soviet tradition, in the center of the square there is a monument to the leader of the proletariat and a favorite resting place for young people - a fountain made of bronze and decorated with openwork casting.

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