Samara has no less entertainment available for children than for adults. The city is extremely friendly towards its little residents and guests, so there are many places where you can have fun with your kids. The youngest fidgets can frolic in the playgrounds, older children will probably want to stroll through the most interesting and beautiful places in the city, and daredevils can take part in numerous quests in Samara, the participants of which have the opportunity to demonstrate their ingenuity and dexterity. Let's take a brief look at the iconic locations that you should visit.
Tsarev Kurgan
One of the most famous attractions of our region - the mound, located at the picturesque confluence of the Volga and Soka rivers - is located very close to Samara. Now Tsarev Kurgan is no longer as high as it once was (the stone was taken from it for the construction of the Volzhskaya Hydroelectric Power Station), so even the smallest children can climb the tourist trail. During an excursion to Tsarev Kurgan, guides tell you what makes it unique as a natural site - after all, this area was once the bottom of the sea, and traces of this can still be seen if you know where to look. Children will also learn about the legends and historical figures associated with the mound (Peter the Great, Tamerlane, Ivan the Terrible), and will be able to admire the luxurious nature of Samara Luka. At the foot of Tsarev Kurgan there is a very beautiful church and springs with clean and tasty water.
Age: 1-11 grade Duration: 5 hours Cost: 3000 rubles per group + transportation costs Number of participants: up to 40 people You can order an excursion by calling 240-65-42 Address: Samara region, village. Volzhsky
The best performances of Samara for children
People, dolls, circus performers and musicians of Samara work for the benefit of children. A number of city cultural institutions offer performances, concerts, and performances aimed at younger audiences.
Samara Puppet Theater
- Address: Samarskaya st., 95.
Traditionally, a children's theater institution offering puppet performances in Samara dates back to the 30s. The formation and development of puppet theater is associated with the name of Leningrad resident Evgeniy Demmeni. The famous actor and director came from the city on the Neva to train the local troupe, which staged its first amateur performance in 1932.
People's artists of the RSFRS and Russia worked as part of the troupe over the years. The team successfully tours throughout Russia and abroad; their track record includes awards from prestigious festivals. The repertoire includes diverse productions, based on fairy tales.
Puppet theater "Lukomorye"
- Address: Leninskaya st., 160.
The historic wooden building houses a chamber puppet theater whose name refers to the famous lines of Pushkin. Performances based on fairy tales from the “sun of Russian poetry” are included in the Lukomorye repertoire. In total, more than 10 productions are presented, embodying the plots of literary fairy tales by Russian and foreign authors, and works of Russian folklore.
Samara State Circus
- Address: Molodogvardeyskaya st., 220.
Samara's circus traditions go back to the beginning of the 20th century, when the legendary Olympus circus was built. The earliest historical predecessor of the state circus in the city can be considered the troupe of the Ferroni brothers, which gave performances since 1919.
The circus performed at various venues. Since 1969, it has been located in a building built according to a standard design near the banks of the Volga. The hall seats more than 2 thousand spectators. The circus program is regularly updated; the entertainment institution offers original circus shows to young spectators and their parents.
Musical theater "Zadumka"
- Address: st. Osipenko, 6, MBOU School No. 41.
“Zadumka” is a Samara theater group that presents musical performances for children, performed by children and youth. The actors' ages range from 5 to 23 years. They realize their creative potential under the guidance of professional experienced teachers, choirmasters, and directors.
Having begun its history as a choreographic ensemble in 1973, in less than half a century the institution has become the leading children's theater in the Samara region. The ideological inspirer and director of the theater, Elena Kolotovkina, has the title of Honored Worker of Culture of the Russian Federation. The theater's repertoire is huge and diverse.
Theater "SamArt"
- Address: st. Lev Tolstoy, 109.
There is a theater called SamArt, which arose in the 30s as a Youth Theater. In accordance with the profile of the theater, its repertoire, numbering more than 500 performances, includes performances for children of different ages, but there are also very adult, serious plays. One of the deep-rooted traditions of the theater is the production of works by local playwrights, which always have a place on the playbill along with the classics.
Theater for kids
- Address: Novo-Sadovaya, 106M.
There is a theater in Samara aimed at children. It is called “Theater for Toddlers” and welcomes spectators from the age of one year. The productions have a developmental focus and contain an interactive component, taking into account the age characteristics of the audience. During the performance, children do not just act as passive spectators, they become involved in the process. There is a theater on the base.
Children's Philharmonic
- Address: Chapaevskaya, 96/98.
The formation of musical taste is one of the important stages of a child’s cultural development; for these purposes, a children’s philharmonic society operates in Samara. Experienced actors, musicians and teachers in the city of Samara organize concerts, performances and events especially for the younger age group.
Children not only listen to music, but also play, get acquainted with musical instruments, learn how beautiful sounds are created, and even try to make them themselves. The Children's Philharmonic performs both classics and examples of song culture created for children - for example, compositions from cartoons.
Don't miss: Sights of Samara
Krasnoglinsky refrigerator
A route that is gaining popularity for adults and children is an excursion in the literal sense of the word to the kingdom of the mountains. In the depths of Mount Tip-Tyav, which is located on Krasnaya Glinka, Cold Storage Plant No. 2 has been operating for several decades - giant caves in which strategic reserves of food and ammunition were once stored, and even earlier mining was carried out. The route is adapted for the youngest speleologists and is completely safe. The only thing you should take care of in advance is the correct uniform; inside the mountain the temperature drops to minus 18 degrees at any time of the year, so you need to take winter clothes and shoes with you. Helmets with flashlights will be given to you on the spot.
Age: 1-11 grade Duration: 1.5-2 hours Cost: 250 rubles/person (for adults, a separate surcharge may be required) Number of participants: up to 40 people You can order an excursion by calling 8-927-756-63-13 Address: Samara, 42 km Krasnoglinskoe highway, no. 12
Communication with animals: for a child in Samara
Nurseries, zoos and other facilities aimed at demonstrating and interacting with fauna are traditionally among the favorite places to visit with children.
Samara Zoo
- Address: Novo-Sadovaya st., 146.
The zoo was opened in 1992; it is located near the Central Park of Culture and Culture and is one of the smallest in Russia. But this does not make it any less interesting, because representatives of 250 species of animals are collected here, 128 of which are rare and endangered species and are listed in the Red Book.
The zoo hosts entertaining and educational activities for children of different ages. Everyone can see the so-called “demonstration feeding” sessions, which take place every day according to an approved schedule for different types of animals. Once a week, a contact area is open for visitors where they can interact with the animals. There are also donkey and pony rides and walks with Cameroonian goats.
Oceanarium
- Address: Moskovskoe highway, 18th kilometer, 23.
The Oceanarium in Samara is a young institution, it has been operating since the end of 2019. But during this time, the aquarium has become a favorite place among children and their parents. It is located on 2500 sq. meters of the Moskovsky shopping center and includes 50 meters of aquariums with sharks, moray eels and other exotic fish. It is believed that this is the longest aquarium in Europe. Crocodiles, turtles and beautiful swans also live here.
Eco-farm “In my meadows”
- Phone: +7-846-211-77-97.
Opened in 2015 on the site of a livestock farm of a former state farm. This is a real agricultural enterprise with a livestock-breeding focus, but guests are always welcome here - both adults and children.
A rural house for tourists has been built on the territory, there is a children's playground, gazebos with barbecues, bicycle paths, there is a place for horse riding, and a "Sansara" house where husky dogs live. There are beautiful lakes near the farm. Family tourists with children who love rural holidays are welcome guests here.
"Butterfly Park in the Tropics"
- Address: st. Frunze, 96, shopping center Europe, fl. 4.
A private establishment located in a shopping mall. Communication with butterflies is always a positive emotion. It is no coincidence that boxes with live butterflies are given as gifts at wedding ceremonies and other festive events.
An exhibition with fresh flowers and fluttering tropical butterflies of unusual colors is not only interesting for children, but also educational. The creator of the butterfly park, Nadezhda Vavilina, recommends getting acquainted with the world of butterflies from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. – at this time they are most active.
Cat cafe "ChukOTka"
- Address: Molodogvardeyskaya st., 66.
It has been working in Samara since 2016 as one of the activities of a local animal protection organization. This is a place to come for those who love cats, but for some reason cannot keep them at home.
The cats, who miss affection and are curious by nature, will definitely come out to meet the guests. At the cat cafe there is a “School of Cat Experts”, where children learn how to properly handle pets. You can take your favorite animal home “for permanent registration.”
Cultural and exhibition
Even if you have already visited this wonderful museum with your child on a “private” basis, it won’t hurt to sign up for an organized tour of it. You can choose the theme yourself - Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, minerals, or any other theme that corresponds to a specific Rainbow hall. For primary schoolchildren, it is recommended to take only one hall so that children can better absorb information and not get tired, and starting from the 7th grade - two or more halls. After completing the excursion, you can continue to explore the exhibition on your own if the children are not too tired.
Age: 1-11 grade Duration: 1-1.5 hours Cost: free Number of participants: up to 30 people You can order a tour by calling 270-32-91 Address: Samara, st. Michurina, 23
Dairy plant "Samaralakto"
The largest dairy plant in our region, which produces the well-known brands “Prostokvashino” and “Bio-balance”, is always happy to welcome young guests. At the factory, the children will be shown how kefir and butter are made, they will be told where the most delicious milk comes from and how yogurt is “ripened”, they will explain why it is so important to eat at least three dairy products a day (relevant for those children who refuse to drink milk, despite for all its benefit). Most of the processes at Samaralakto are fully automated, and the sight of robots transporting bottles of milk will not leave any child indifferent! Registration for the excursion lasts several months in advance, so hurry up.
Age: 1-11 grade Duration: 1.5-2 hours Cost: free Number of participants: up to 25 people You can sign up for the excursion through the VKontakte group https://vk.com/samaralakto Address: Samara, Zavodskoye sh, 99
Active recreation and sports with children in Samara
Rope parks, climbing walls and trampoline centers are the most popular types of outdoor activities for families with children. Some Samara objects from these categories are presented below.
Rope park "Tarzania"
- Address: Maxim Gorky Street.
Works on the territory of TsPKO. The park has five rope routes of varying difficulty, 4 of them are accessible for children of different ages and heights, the fifth, the most difficult, is recommended for adults. A special route for the little ones is called “Teddy Bear”.
Children from 2 years old are allowed here. It is carried out under the full supervision of adults. In addition to rope courses, “Tarzania” has a climbing wall and trolls, where you can fly from the age of six, having previously undergone instruction and learned the safety rules. The park hosts children's parties and quest games, and animators work.
And in Tarzania Park you can invite guests to a tree house and arrange gatherings in an unusual setting that will be remembered for a long time. The “birdhouse hut”, built at a height, has heating, so gatherings can be held in it not only in summer, but also in winter.
Trampoline center 2JUMP
- Address: Moskovskoe sh., 4, building 5.
Trampoline jumping is a type of leisure activity that is suitable for both children and adults. The 2JUMP sports entertainment center is aimed at lovers of an active lifestyle of different ages and interests.
Professionals will be able to train and perform difficult tricks, and families with children will just have a good rest, play and frolic, spend an evening together or organize a children's party.
Trampoline
- Address: Moskovskoe highway, 18th kilometer, 25A.
More than 200 trampolines of varying sizes and degrees of difficulty, foam pits with multi-colored cubes, attractions, a playground and an exciting large children's labyrinth are just part of the entertainment range presented at Oblaki.
The organization is designated as a “trampoline center”, but in essence it is a sports and entertainment complex, which is perfect for joint active recreation of children and adults.
"Park Rock"
- Address: Moskovskoe sh., 4, building 3, shopping center "Skala".
“We can do anything and everything” - this is the motto of the Park Rock sports complex. There is a fitness room, a climbing wall and a climbing school here. The level of preparation does not matter. Individual and group lessons are available. One of the activities is holding children's parties.
Cultural and infrastructure facilities aimed at children occupy an important place in the life of almost any city. Large settlements with a population of one million abound in places for children's recreation, Samara is no exception. Within the framework of this review, we were able to present only a few “children’s” objects; in fact, there are many more of them.
Another field trip available to Samara schoolchildren is located just outside the city. During the excursion, children will learn the history of the brand, be able to visit the company’s museum, learn the secrets of production and taste the drinks produced here.
Age: 5-11 grade Duration: 1-1.5 hours Cost: free Number of participants: up to 30 people You can sign up for the excursion by calling 279-52-00 Address: Zubchaninovka village, st. Magistralnaya, 80
Samara Regional Museum of History and Local Lore named after. P.V. Alabina
The largest Samara museum offers about 30 different excursion programs for schoolchildren: thematic, interactive, gaming, virtual. In addition to excursions, you can attend lectures on archeology (for example, on toys and games in ancient times) and the nature of the Samara region. The popularity of the museum among educational institutions is difficult to overestimate, so it is better to order the selected program in advance, at least a week in advance
Age: 1-11 grade Duration: from 40 minutes Cost: regular excursions - from 90 rubles/person, interactive - 100-120 rubles/person Number of participants: from 10 people You can sign up for an excursion by calling 333-64-23 Address: Samara , Leninskaya, 142
Museum of the Ministry of Emergency Situations
Recently opened in the building of a former fire tower and equipped with the latest technology, the Museum of the Ministry of Emergency Situations is a must-see even for those children who do not dream of becoming rescuers or firefighters. Here you can try on a real firefighter uniform, learn the history of civil defense services, see the classes of the current training unit of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, located in the same building, and get acquainted with the stories of real rescue heroes. The museum has many interactive elements and installations, so it is something between a “production” exhibition and a real center for contemporary art. By the way, the 20-meter tower in which the museum is located was once the tallest building in Samara.
Age: 1-11 grade Duration: 1 hour Cost: free Number of participants: up to 30 people You can sign up for the excursion by calling 338-96-16 Address: Samara, st. Krupskaya, 16
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Sights of Samara
Samara can become an ideal place for a family or active holiday. Here you will not encounter many tourists and stand in queues. Samara will allow you to enjoy unique architectural monuments, natural attractions, museums and theaters. You will definitely walk around the entire city on foot, looking at the beautiful embankment, narrow and atmospheric streets and beautiful landscapes that await you at every step.
This material will introduce you to the sights of Samara, allowing you to make a first impression of this city and plan your trip. With its help, you will know exactly which places are worth visiting and how to get to your desired destination. This way your trip will definitely be successful.
- Samara embankment, Iversky Convent, Intercession Cathedral;
- Kuibyshev Square, Glory Square, Leningradskaya Street, Samara Boat Monument;
- Ascension Cathedral, Roman Catholic Parish of the Sacred Heart of Jesus;
- Observation deck "Helicopter", Strukovsky Garden, Stalin's Bunker, Country Park;
- Zhigulevsky Brewery, Museum and Exhibition;
- Frunze House-Museum, Museum-Estate of the writer Alexei Tolstoy, Samara Regional Art Museum;
- Samara Academic Drama Theater named after M. Gorky, Yuri Gagarin Park, Samara Oceanarium;
- Samara Academic Opera and Ballet Theater, Stroikov and Yakimov Flour Mill;
- Shiryaevo, Zolnoye, Mount Strelnaya, Blue Lake, Russian Selitba;
- Buzuluksky pine forest, Racheisky pine forest, “Racheisky Alps”, Cave of the Greve brothers;
- House with Elephants (Konstantin Golovkin's Dacha), Samara State Philharmonic;
- Mastryukov Lakes, Samarskaya Luka National Park, Kamennaya Zoya;
In order to make it convenient for you to navigate where all these places are located and how to get to them more conveniently, at the bottom of the article there is a map with the sights of Samara, which is marked with descriptions.
