Samara is not only one of the largest cities in Russia, but also a promising tourist destination. The city is a historical and cultural center in which tourists can find a large number of attractions. Samara is located on the banks of the Volga, so there are many beaches, guest houses and tourist camps in the city and its surroundings.
How to get there
There are national highways across the territory of the Samara region, so getting here by car will be easy. Buses run regularly from Samara to Moscow, Orenburg, Perm, Saratov and Kazan.
There are trains from Moscow, St. Petersburg and some other large cities of Russia to Samara. A ticket from Moscow in a second-class car will cost about 1,500 rubles, in a coupe - from 2,900 rubles, and in a suite - from 6,500 rubles.
The airport Kurumoch is located in Samara, from where flights to major cities of Russia and Europe regularly depart. A plane ticket from Moscow costs between 2,200 and 38,000 rubles.
In addition, the city has a river station.The main passenger destination here is Samara-Proran-Rozhdestveno.
Rest in Samara without intermediaries
In Samara, tourists can find a variety of housing options. Place in the hostel will be from 300 rubles per day. Prices for a hotel room start at 1600 rubles per day.
Hotel Russia is very popular among tourists. Modern interior and quality service offered in the hotel "Meridian".
Prices for holidays in Samara
The city has opened many catering establishments that offer guests to taste dishes of Russian, European, Japanese and other cuisines of the world. Dinner in an oriental restaurant can be for 1700 rubles.
Prices in restaurants of European and Caucasian cuisines are more democratic. So lunch in such an institution will be about 500 rubles.
Also in Samara there are themed restaurants stylized as ancient Europe or America at the beginning of the 20th century.
Rest in Samara on the Volga
On the embankment of the Volga is a city beach. It is free and equipped with everything necessary for comfortable rest. Here they offer to take a boat trip or a boat on the river. Fans of outdoor activities will play beach volleyball, football or water skiing. There are also attractions for children.
Those who do not want to crowd on the city beach will be able to go to the KIN.UP beach. The entrance here is paid, so there are not many tourists.
There are several yacht clubs in the city, and a windsurfing school is open on the Zhiguli Sea.
Recreation facilities in Samara
In addition to an interesting holiday in Samara, tourists are offered good conditions for recovery. Those who suffer from diseases of the nervous, digestive systems, musculoskeletal or gynecological diseases can choose the sanatorium "Mozhaisky", located in Studeny ravine on the picturesque bank of the Volga.
Among the popular recreation centers in the vicinity of Samara are:
- Recreation center "Ivushka", located 20 km from the city. The cost of accommodation here starts from 1000 rubles per day.
- The recreation center "Usinskaya" is located within the city. The cost of rooms here starts from 440 rubles per day.
- The recreation center "Upper Bor" is located in a picturesque place 40 km from Samara. The cost of living here starts from 500 rubles per day.
Sights and entertainment
While walking around the city, tourists will be able to get acquainted with the interesting sights of Samara. In the city center are located merchant stone buildings, which were built here more than 150 years ago. Many buildings were built in modern style.
Be sure to visit the Square of Glory. In its center is set the Monument of Glory, which has become a symbol of the significant contribution of local residents to the development of the aviation industry.
Popular among tourists is the Lutheran church, which was built in 1895. The architectural ensemble is made in the style of the German Middle Ages.
During a trip to Samara, it is worth visiting the Klodt mansion. This building with balconies, towers and weathercocks favorably differs from other old mansions of the city.
The Iversky Women's Monastery, which is located on the banks of the Volga, became the spiritual center of the city.
One of the oldest squares in Samara is the Revolution Square. Previously, she was called Alekseevskaya, which she received in honor of the spiritual patron of the city, Metropolitan Alexy, but after the October Revolution she was renamed. Here are the best hotels, restaurants and newspaper editors.
The city has many religious buildings, the most famous of which is the Pokrovsky Cathedral, which houses the icon of the Mother of God, which is attributed to the miraculous properties, the ancient synagogue and the Cathedral Mosque.
Interesting will be a tour of the Samara museums: "Samara space", local history, the house-museum of Tolstoy, Lenin and Stalin's bunker.
Rest in Samara with children
The trip to Samara will be remembered not only for adults but also for children. Tourists who travel with the whole family should visit:
- Samara Zoological Park.His visit will be a real adventure and will introduce visitors to the amazing world of wildlife.
- Puppet Theatre. He is one of the oldest in Russia.
- Möbius Museum. Interactive exhibits of the museum will help young visitors to understand the subtleties of natural phenomena and clearly demonstrate the scientific laws of optics, chemistry, physics, mechanics and other sciences.
- Circus named Popov. Here, visitors will find themselves in a fascinating festive atmosphere and will see spectacular views.
Pros and cons of the rest
All the tourists who visited Samara noted its beauty. A large number of historical and cultural attractions are concentrated here, but the main one, of course, is the majestic Volga. In addition to cultural recreation, tourists will be able to improve their health in local resorts and rest homes.
There are practically no flaws here. The only thing that the guests of Samara do not like is the dirt in some areas of the city and the unsatisfactory condition of the city roads.
