If you find yourself with a spare day or two and you’re happy to travel 25 miles, check out Naberezhnye Chelny. This vibrant destination has plenty to keep you engaged. Musy Dzhalilya Park, Museum of Ecology and Nature Protection and Dolphinarium Naberezhnye Chelny alone make the drive out here worthwhile. Located 35 miles away, Yelabuga is another popular option. If you stop by, make sure you check out Devil’s Ancient Settlement, Nadezhda Durova Estate Museum and N. A. Durova’s Memorial Estate.