If you have a bit of extra time and you don’t mind traveling 40 miles, check out Kostroma. This lively place has plenty to see and do. Fire Tower, Ivan Susanin Monument and Kostroma Regional Planetarium alone justify the drive out here. Situated 45 miles away, Ivanovo is another popular choice. If you drop by, be sure to check out Arcady Severny Monument, Ivanovsky Museum of Printed Cotton and Palekh Art Museum Gallery.