If you have a bit of extra time and you don’t mind traveling 20 miles, take a look at Rostov. This popular place offers a world of things to keep you occupied. See the sights starting with Rostov Kremlin, Holy Trinity Monastery Varnickiy and Cathedral of the Assumption. Locals are also likely to point you toward Yaroslavl, 50 miles away. If you only have time for one attraction here, make sure it’s Church of Elijah the Prophet. (But we’re also huge fans of Yaroslavl Zoo and Monument to Yaroslav the Wise.)