Samara
32 places
Stalin Bunker
Samara, Frunze St, 167
Stalin Bunker in Samara is situated on Frunze Street, 167. Built under strict secrecy, it is a deeply buried structure resembling Moscow's Metro station "Aeroport". The complex has a height comparable to twelve floors. Originally intended as an alternate command post for Supreme Commander I.V. Stalin. Access is available after declassification where visitors can see the meeting hall designed for top-ranking officials' work. A staircase with 192 steps leads downwards. Construction took place from February to October 1942.
Golovkin's Dacha ("House with Elephants")
Samara, Sovetskoy Armii St, 296
C. P. Golovkin's Dacha Known as "House with Elephants" Is Located on Soviet Army Street in Samara. The Building Built by Constantin Golovkin Sits on Volga Hillside and Can Be Clearly Seen from the River. Restoration Was Completed in 2021 After It Was Transferred to City Waterworks in 1922 Under a Club. The Estate Got Its Name Due to Sketches of Elephants Done by Golovkin Himself. Inside the House, Walls of the Hall Are Decorated With Canvas Depicting Images of Flying Female Figures.
V.I.Lenin Museum House
Samara, Leninskaya St, 131
V.I. Lenin House-Museum is located in Samara at Leninskaya Street, 131. It is a city merchant mansion from the late 19th century where the Ul'yanova family lived from the 1880s until leaving in August 1893. Here Vladimir Ul'yanov prepared for university entrance exams after being expelled from Kazan educational institution. Currently, the museum is a branch of P.V. Alabyn Museum and preserves memories of the youth of the future leader of the world proletariat.
Frunze Museum House
Samara, Frunze St, 114
The Mikhail Vasilevich Frunze House-Museum is located at Samara, Frunze Street, 114. This building is a rare example of preserved residential architecture from late 19th century city. Here, Mikhail Frunze lived approximately for a year after arriving in Samara on January 31, 1919. The museum's exhibition tells about events of the Civil War of 1918-1920, including anti-Soviet Chapan uprising behind the Eastern Front lines. The project of the building was designed by well-known Samara architect Alexander Shcherbachev.
Samara Railway Station
Samara, Komsomolskaya Sq, 1
Samara Railway Station is situated on Komsomolskaya Square; its total height with spire is 101 meters. The building features an observation deck at a high elevation. A pedestrian tunnel over 240 meters long has been put into operation. Construction of the first phase commenced in summer 1996 under the guidance of Yuriy Khramov and Vladimir Zhukov. For architectural designs, the complex received the Golden Diploma at the "Zodchestvo-2002" festival. Cyrillic fragment fixed: Komsomolskaya
Jigulovsky Brewery
Samara, Volzhskiy Ave, 4
Zhyulovsky Brewery in Samara traces its history back to 1881 when it was founded by Austrian entrepreneur von Vakano. It was here for the first time in Russia that the famous beer variety "Zhigulevskoye" was developed in 1935. The brewery has been awarded prizes at international exhibitions on multiple occasions. Nearby there is a restaurant called "U Vakano," named after the founder. During the Soviet era, the enterprise became a state-run trust and underwent nationalization.
SuburbanPark
Samara, Novo-Sadovaya St, 150
Suburban park spreads out on a picturesque high bank of Volga River in Samara. It is one of the oldest large parks of the city, preserving sections of natural Volga slope. Here there are observation platforms with magnificent views of the river and Zhigulyovskie Mountains. The park's name relates to its historical location outside the city limits. It serves as a popular recreation spot for residents of Oktyabrsky district, distinguished by oak plantations which set it apart from regular gardens of the central part of the city.
Iversky Convent
Samara, Volzhskiy Ave, 1
Iversky Convent is situated on Volga Prospect in Samara. In 1930, the Assumption Cathedral was demolished, and previously a tall bell tower was destroyed. In 1994, the community regained its official status as a convent. Since 1993, worship services have been held in the church dedicated to the Jerusalem Icon of the Mother of God. In 2000, comprehensive restoration of the monastery began under the patronage of the regional administration.
Lutheran Church of Saint George
Samara, Kuybysheva St, 115
Lutheran Church of Saint George is situated at Kuybysheva Street, 115 in Samara. The building was donated to the community in 1865 thanks to a gift from Yegor Egorov. After restoration in 1991 worship services resumed here again. The temple operates as an active evangelical-lutheran parish. The complex features architecture inspired by German medieval basilicas and includes the German National-Cultural Center opened in 1998.
Monument to Glory
Samara, Slavy Sq
The Monument to Glory in Samara stands on Victory Square and honors city aviation industry workers during World War II. It features a sculpture of a worker with raised airplane wings above his head. The figure towers atop a 40-meter pedestal looking towards the Volga River. A staircase leads up from the Volga shoreline to the monument. Nearby is a bas-relief called "Mourning Mother."
Samara City History Museum named after M.D. Chelyshev
Samara, Frunze St, 49
The Museum of the History of Samara named after M.D. Chelyshev is located on Frunze Street in Samara. It is dedicated to the history of the city from the time of founding the fortress until today. Among the museum's exhibits are honor roll books of distinguished citizens, the coat of arms of Samara, materials about Orthodox churches and Muslim muftis. There is also a gallery of mayors and governors of Samara created with involvement of the Samara Episcopal Administration of the Russian Orthodox Church.
Modern Museum (Kurilina Mansion)
Samara, Frunze St, 159
Kurloina Mansion, situated at Samara, Frunze St., 159, is an outstanding monument of Samara modernism. Its lacy entrance gates resemble butterfly wings. Originally, all rooms were equipped with electric lighting and telephone. From 1929 to 1941 it housed a kindergarten. The architect was Alexander Zelenko. Currently, the mansion hosts a museum exploring architecture and cultural heritage of regional modernism from late 19th century to early 20th century.
Samara Cosmonautics Museum and Exhibition Centre
Samara, Lenina Ave, 21
Samara Cosmic Museum and Exhibition Center is situated at Lenina Avenue, 21 in Samara. Opened in 2007 to commemorate the 45th anniversary of local space engineering. Exhibit includes descent vehicles "Yantar-4K1" and "Resurs F-1", personal belongings of cosmonauts and designers, as well as models of rocket engines for Soyuz-U, Energia and Zenit. Architectural feature of the center - vertical Soyuz family launch vehicle.
Tolstoy Mansion-Museum
Samara, Frunze St, 155b
A. N. Tolstoy's Museum-Residence is located in Samara at Frunze Street, 155B. It is a wooden two-story building clad with shingles where the writer last visited in 1936. The estate was purchased by Alexei Tolstoy's stepfather, Aleksey Bostrom, in 1899. Here, the Bostrom family lived in the second apartment on the second floor. In 1976, a literary-memorial museum was opened here with authentic memorial materials. Outbuildings of the estate have been restored within their historical boundaries.
Eldar Ryazanov Museum
Samara, Frunze St, 120
Eldar Ryazanov Museum in Samara is situated at Frunze Street, 120. Dedicated to the life and work of renowned film director, screenwriter and dramatist. A special exhibition highlights his childhood in Kuibyshev and passion for operetta performances. There is also a memorial apartment of Ryazanov and screenings with creative meetings held here. Exhibition combines historical materials from the museum with the development of domestic cinema.
Claudet Mansion (Children's Picture Gallery)
Samara, Kuybysheva St, 139
Klodt Mansion, situated on Kuibyshev Street, 139 in Samara, was built at the end of 1898 for engineer and businessman Ivan Andreevich Klodt. Today it houses Children's Picture Gallery including a complex of museums: children's creative center, museum of domestic culture and garden-museum. The building features towers, balconies and weather vanes, its collection includes household items from late 19th to early 20th century. In 1978, an art studio for children named after Nina Ievleva opened in the mansion.
Памятник Буратино
Samara, Frunze St, 155
Bronze sculpture of Puppetry Monument in Samara is situated on Frunze Street, 155. It depicts the hero from children's story "The Golden Key" by A.N.Tolstoy. At the feet of Puppetry lies a book with the title of the tale. The monument's opening took place with actor Dmitry Yosifov participating, who played Puppetry in a famous film. Nearby there is Literary Square, while the monument was installed to commemorate the 130th anniversary of the author's birth.
Chapayev Monument
Samara, Chapaeva Sq
The monument to V.I. Chapaev in Samara stands on his namesake square. The sculpture depicts Chapaev on horseback with a naked sabre, created by Matvey Manizer. The monument was opened on November 7, 1932 under the initiative of revolution and Civil War veterans. Architectural part was designed by Yosif Langbard. The composition symbolizes unity of various divisions of the Red Army and represents an important example of Soviet monumental sculpture of the 1930s.
Il-2 Sturmovik Monument
Samara, Aviakonstruktora Ilyushina Sq
The Il-2 Attack aircraft monument was installed in Samara on Aviakonstruktora Ilyushina Square. The memorial was opened on May 9th, 1975 to commemorate the 30th anniversary of Victory. Initially, the plane was intended to be positioned nose towards west along Kirov Avenue but due to government communication lines passing there its orientation was changed. Il-2 symbolizes the combat and labor bravery of Samaritans and was created upon the initiative of veterans from the aviation plant.
Kuybyshev Square
Samara, Kuybysheva Sq
Kuybyshev Square in Samara is bounded by Chapaev Street, Vilonovskaya Street, Galaktionovskaya Street and Krasnoyarskaya Street. The central element is the building of Samara Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre. Originally, the space was called Sobornaya Square but the current name became fixed after the construction of Kuibyshev's monument about 12 meters high. The total area of the territory including squares amounts to 17.4 hectares. The architectural ensemble also includes the Palace of Culture built between 1935-1936. In 2010 there was consideration given to returning the historical name but the decision remained unchanged.
Revolution Square
Samara, Revolyutsii Sq
Revolution Square in Samara used to be called Alexeevskaya. After the events of 1917, the monument to Tsar Alexander II was removed and instead a bronze sculpture of Vladimir Lenin by Matvey Manizer was installed. The monument's opening took place on November 7, 1927. Today, the square retains its compact circular shape, recalling the past with a monument symbolizing a new era.
Victory Square
Samara, Slavy Sq
Victory Square in Samara serves as a venue for solemn events and memorial ceremonies. Its architectural ensemble developed simultaneously with the city's administrative center. The central element of the square is Victory Monument, where an Eternal Flame stands. The buildings of the ensemble were designed by prominent architects of the time: N. Poddovenikov, Yu. Danilov, F. Anufriev, M. Moskova and P. Scherbachev. From the square lead stairs to Volga Avenue and the riverside promenade, forming a unified space with Samara Square.
Покровский кафедральный собор
Samara, Leninskaya St, 75a
Pokrovsky Cathedral in Samara is situated at Lenina Street, 75A. Built after a fire in 1857, it was designed by academician Ernest Zhiber from Saint Pyotrsburg. The building features a high shatrovoy volume with five domes. The main altar was consecrated in 1861. The cathedral was constructed using funds from local citizens; the initiative came from merchants Anton, Emelyan and Matvey Shikhobalov. After the destruction of Christ the Saviour Church, it became the city's main Orthodox church.
Samara State Philharmonic
Samara, Frunze St, 141
Samara State Philharmonic is located at: Samara city, Frunze St., 141. The modern building was designed by architect Yuri Khramov. The first stage opened in the historical theater-circus "Olimp" building constructed in 1907 by architect Pyotr Shamanshchik. In 2001 an organ from German firm Rudolf von Beckerath was installed here. Today the theatre includes a concert hall, Crystal Foyer and exhibition space. The philharmonic began its activities with a decision by Kuibyshev Oblast Executive Committee dated April 5, 1940.
Samara Embankment
Samara, Maksima Gorkogo St
Samara Embankment is a notable attraction of the city situated along the Volga River. After shoreline clearing in the 1930s and extensive reconstruction from 2012 to 2018 it became one of the city's key recreation spots. Its total length is 4,168.9 meters; the pedestrian walkway with cast iron parapet stretches nearly 4 kilometers, making it a record-holder among Volga cities. The fourth phase features terraces due to the steep riverbank slope. There is also a restored "Ladya" monumental pillar completed in 2016-2018.
Samara Academic Drama Theatre named after M. Gorky
Samara, Chapaeva Sq, 1
Samara Academic Drama Theatre named after M. Gorky is situated at Ploshchad Chapaeva, 1. It was founded in 1851 and has since been an important part of the city's cultural life. Famous actresses Pelageya Streptova, Maria Savina and Vera Komissarzhevskaya performed there. The theater's building is made of red brick and became a recognizable architectural dominator of Samara's historical district. The theatre holds academic status and is known for its commemorative plaques dedicated to actresses Vera Ershova and Nikolay Simonov, unveiled in 2008.
Samara Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre named after D. D. Shostakovich
Samara, Kuybysheva Sq, 1
Samara Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre named after D.D. Shostakovich is situated on Kuybysheva Square in Samara. It was founded in 1931 with the premiere of opera "Boris Godunov". Here, in 1942, the Seventh Symphony by Shostakovich was first performed. The theater is known for productions such as choreographic drama "Romeo and Juliet" (1979) and hosting International Festival "Shostakovich. Above Time". The orchestra of Bolshoi Theatre rehearsed there, and outstanding conductors like Samuel Samosud were invited to lead the premieres of symphonies.
Samara Regional Historical and Ethnographic Museum-Pavle Alabin
Samara, Leninskaya St, 142
Samara Regional Historical Museum named after P.V. Alabina is situated at the intersection of Lenin Street and Working Street. Established upon initiative of Pyotr Alabina in 1886. Exhibition includes archaeological collections, collection of rare books from the 18th to 20th centuries, weaponry collection of cold and firearms weapons from Russia, Europe and East. Also there are branch-museums-houses dedicated to M.V. Frunze and Lenin, located in historical buildings-monuments of architecture.
Samara Regional Art Museum
Samara, Kuybysheva St, 92
Samara Regional Art Museum is situated on Kuybysheva Street, 92. Founded in 1897. Collection comprises over 16 thousand works of Russian, Western European and Eastern painting from the 17th to 20th centuries. Special value is represented by the collection of Russian avant-garde, including approximately 80 works of Russian avant-garde art of the early 20th century. A significant part of ancient Russian exhibits was lost after the mid-1930s. The museum also possesses the painting "Aricca" by M.I. Lebedev, transferred from the Russian Museum after World War II.
Samara Arena
Samara, Demokraticheskaya St, 57
Samara Arena Stadium, located at Samara, Democratica St., 57, is an arena with four-tier stands where matches of the group stage and one-eighth final of the 2018 FIFA World Cup were held. The stadium's dome-like structure resembles a space object. It is managed by the state autonomous institution of the Samara region and previously was called "Solidarity Samara Arena". A quarter-final match of the world championship also took place here. The project was designed by TerrNIGrazhdProjekt institute.
Strukov Garden
Samara, Strukovsky Garden
Strukovsky Garden - the oldest park of Samara founded in 1828, featuring a monument to Maxim Gorky created by Ivan Fedorov and Andrey Morgun. In 1877, a garden voxhal designed by Alexander Rochefort was built, including a theater hall, café, living room with fireplace and billiard room. The garden was nationalized in 1918 and after comprehensive reconstruction in 2018 became one of the significant recreation areas of the city.
Holy Heart of Jesus Church
Samara, Frunze St, 157a
The Church of the Holy Heart of Jesus in Samara is situated at Frunze Street, 157a. This building in neo-gothic style with a cross shape was constructed by the city's Catholic community. Dedication took place on February 12, 1906. Inside there is a library and a biblical circle operates. The relics of Saint Martin de Porres are considered one of the church's treasures. After restoration, it hosts organ and classical music concerts. Construction lasted four years.
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