If you have a little extra time and you don’t mind traveling 25 miles, check out Samara. This lively place boasts plenty to see and do. Among your first stops here ought to be Samara Beach, Military History Museum of the Volga-Ural Military District and Chamber Stage Drama Theater. Situated 30 miles away, Tolyatti is another popular option. If you visit, be sure to check out Museum of Historical and Cultural Heritage of Tolyatti, Church of Saint Patriarch Tikhon of Moscow and Youth Theater Vokzal.