As a rule, tourists coming to St. Petersburg begin their acquaintance with the city with the most famous historical sites. This list, in particular, includes the Alexander Column and Palace Square, the Winter Palace and the Hermitage, Smolny and Bronze Horseman, Nevsky Prospekt, Mikhailovsky Castle, etc. Of course, travelers seek to see all these places and monuments in the first place. After all, such attractions are a kind of calling card of the Northern capital.
In the city you can find places that deserve no less attention and are unique, inimitable and attractive, especially for young people. Such objects do not put on the maps of popular tourist routes, considering them as if secondary. But all of them are also quite interesting. So where do young people go to St. Petersburg to get a complete picture of their impressions of the city?
Cinema
The list of interesting places in St. Petersburg for young people includes a building erected in 1842. The author of the project was architect R. I. Kuzmin. It was built by the merchant Strom for his wife. Later, the building changed its owners. They were N.A. Bezobrazov, who was a real state adviser, Prince Khovansky, as well as an honorary citizen of the city A.S. Wagenheim, which increased the height of the building by another two floors. From 1901 to 1902 the writer Kuprin lived in this house. Since 1911, N.V. Tchaikovsky, captain of the 1st rank, became the owner of the building. At the same time, the Saturn Cinema, owned by the entrepreneur Y. F. Krynsky, began working here.
In the Soviet period, the building, a cinema in which in 1935 became known as "Artistic", was reconstructed twice. And today it can simultaneously accept up to 800 visitors in its seven halls.
Cinema "Artistic" is a popular destination for moviegoers. Here, the audience is equipped with a premier hall. It is intended for festivals and film debuts, equipped with microphones, speakers. In front of the screen is a scene. There is also a VIP zone in this room, with comfortable chairs and tables with buttons designed to call waiters. Designed for 30 people.
Judging by the reviews of the audience, the small hall of the Khudozhestvenny cinema is also very popular. It is designed for 20 people. Equipped with ergonomic chairs and a small screen.
All cinema halls have furniture with armrests, adjustable backrests and drink stands. There is modern equipment.
Finding “Artistic” is quite simple, because it is located on Nevsky Prospect, 67. And this is the very center of the Northern capital. Not far from the cinema center of the metro station Mayakovskaya and Ploshchad Vosstaniya.
Lion Bridge
We will continue our acquaintance with the most interesting places of St. Petersburg for young people. Their list includes a suspension bridge built in 1825-1826. according to a project developed by engineer G. Tretter. He is called Leo because of the four cast-iron figures of these animals located here, made by the sculptor P.P. Sokolov. Tourists visit this bridge as often as the famous Bankovsky and Anichkov.
The construction is quite interesting. It attracts the attention of residents and visitors of the city with its cast-iron fence, which has a rather original pattern. In addition, the design of the bridge has certain technical difficulties. So, being suspended, the structure rests on chains that are held with the help of mechanisms inside lions. Its length is a little over 27 m and its width is 2.5 m.
In 1954, the bridge was subject to reconstruction. Lanterns were installed near him, the support mechanisms were repaired, and the sculptures were painted in the color of marble. Snow lions become especially expressive at night. With the advent of darkness, their silhouettes are especially clearly reflected in the waters of the canal.
Even the tourists who are not particularly interested in classical architecture are worth seeing the “Lion Bridge”. After all, this building is remarkable not only for the beauty of its appearance, but also for the legends associated with the history of its existence. So, this miracle of St. Petersburg architecture is considered a very romantic place, and has long been chosen by the residents of the city for dates. It is worth noting that this status has been preserved at the bridge to this day.
There is also an urban legend according to which a pregnant woman who approached the crossing could determine the sex of the child. If the cavalier was the first to cross the bridge, then she must have a boy, and if the young lady is a girl. Also, being near one of the four lions, you should certainly touch his paws. According to the citizens, this will fulfill the most cherished desire. All students of the Northern capital know where the Lion Bridge in St. Petersburg is located. They come to his sculptures before passing a difficult exam.
Where is the Lion Bridge in St. Petersburg on a city map? This is the Admiralty district of the Northern capital. The bridge is a pedestrian, it is thrown over the waters of the Griboedov Canal and connects the Spassky and Kazan islands. Not far from it are the metro stations Spasskaya, Sennaya Ploshchad and Sadovaya.
Museums
What other interesting places of St. Petersburg for youth exist? Travelers interested in unusual areas of fine art are advised to go to the eastern part of the Northern capital, where there are workshops of existing production. They were visited by many famous artists of our time, leaving their creations here. We are talking about the Museum of Street Art in St. Petersburg, opened in 2012. It includes rather unusual exhibition galleries located in the preserved part of the industrial zone. It is impossible to find classic artifacts on display or under glass. After all, everything that is presented in this museum is in the open air and has enormous dimensions. The height of some exhibits can be compared even with the whole house.
The territory of the Museum of Street Art in St. Petersburg has two zones. On one of them is a permanent exhibition. This is the site of the existing production of the plant, which produces laminated plastics. Here you can see the annually replenished collection of monumental murals made by street artists. The second zone is a public area. On its territory, guests are offered temporary exhibitions and various events.
Visitors to this museum in St. Petersburg, which is one of a kind, are satisfied with their pastime. And this is confirmed by their numerous reviews. After all, this place, which is located on Revolution Highway, 84 AB, is popular in the community of not only Russian but also foreign artists, as well as everyone who loves unusual phenomena of cultural life.
There are other most interesting museums in St. Petersburg for young people. Get to know them in more detail:
- Museum of emotions. This space is divided into separate zones that combine special corridors. Each zone expresses a certain emotion. The corridors between them are a transition from one feeling to another. The entire space of the museum is organized in such a way that visitors visit each of its seven halls. Only after that it will be possible to leave the museum. Visitors are accompanied by a professional guide who is nearby for 20-40 minutes (depending on the wishes of the guests). Judging by the reviews, this museum is quite unusual. There are halls in it, symbolizing anger and surprise, disgust and love, fear and joy, as well as inspiration. So, in the first hall, visitors can shout and beat a pear, as well as watch the battles on TV. In the second room, visitors are invited to take pictures and get acquainted with the mirror room of Da Vinci. The largest number of reviews concerned the Hall of Fear. Here, guests can feel like a prisoner sentenced to death by electric chair, and even lie in a real coffin.
- Museum of Shadows. It is a unique art space with objects of modern art located in it, made in the style of shadow art. The main storyline of the exposition is mysterious stories that took place in the many-sided and mystical St. Petersburg.
- Museum of Illusions. In its halls there is a rather unusual exposition. She is the embodiment of a wide variety of sound and visual illusions. That is why visitors are encouraged not to believe everything that will happen here.
- Museum "Erarta". This is the most famous and largest international project that relates to the field of contemporary Russian art. The name of the art galleries and the museum itself means “time of art”.
- Museum of bread. Young people can get acquainted with expositions dedicated to the years of World War II and the period of the blockade. Among them, 125 grams of bread, which, made from flour dust, oatmeal, hydrocellulose and oilcake, was given to people as rations.
A Place Dedicated to John Lennon
Interesting places in St. Petersburg for youth can be found a lot. One of them is a street that cannot be found on the city map. But, nevertheless, it still exists in the Northern capital. The fact is that John Lennon Street, and it is about her now that we are talking, is hidden from the uninitiated by two doors that lead to the Art Center at 10, Pushkinskaya Street.
A visit to this place is recommended to anyone who is in love with the romantic lyrics of the legendary The Beatles. It is a real Mecca in St. Petersburg, dedicated to the Liverpool Four. Having passed from Litovsky Prospekt through the outbuilding of the Art Center with the name “10 Pushkinskaya”, tourists find themselves on John Lennon Street. Here you can see the drawings on the walls of the building, made in the form of a yellow submarine, with bas-reliefs of members of the famous group. There are many different elements and details on this street, one way or another connected with the work of the team, which managed to win the hearts of millions of people.
We travel on the roofs
Offers St. Petersburg youth and unusual places. These are roof spaces where you can organize a photo session, eat, celebrate a birthday, and just have a good time. Let's get acquainted with the most popular of them:
- The roof of the loft project called "Floors". It is a large equipped and safe observation platform, which you can visit for all 24 hours a day. From other similar places, the roof has a huge area, and this is 1200 square meters. m. Tourists note that from this site you can admire Ligovsky Prospect, as well as organize bright photo shoots here. Also on this roof are various concerts.
- Roof Place Roof (St. Petersburg). This is a playground on Vasilievsky Island. You can find it on the roof of the building, which previously housed the workshops of the tannery. It is quite popular among residents and guests of the Northern capital, accommodating up to 2 thousand spectators. In the center of the roof is a dome that closes the concert stage. Nearby is an arched tent (130 sq. M.), Two covered rooms (115 sq. Km), as well as a hookah. Today, Roof Place rooftop visitors are invited to performances and concerts.
- "Cosmos 2.0". This roof offers a beautiful view of St. Isaac's Cathedral, the Peter and Paul Fortress, as well as the Savior on Spilled Blood. Judging by the feedback from visitors, a tent built on the roof, as well as a multifaceted sphere of an unusual shape, saves them from the rain. It is quite possible to have a picnic or a date, hold a wedding registration, photo shoot, seminar, corporate event, as well as celebrate a birthday. For those who like to arrange surprises for their soulmate, orders for a musician for two and a photographer are accepted.
Nonprofit Gallery of St. Petersburg
In January 1991, the Borey art center was opened in the northern capital, which became the first independent cultural organization. Its main task is to provide a wide slice of intellectual and artistic life, contributing to the development of evaluation criteria for contemporary art. Presentation of various trends is carried out in this art center in the form of a huge kaleidoscope of a wide variety of styles, trends and genres, interesting not only to the sophisticated viewer, but also to someone who happened to be in the gallery by chance. The exhibition area of ​​the Center is a demonstration platform where experimental projects are shown that go beyond the stereotypes that are familiar to ordinary people regarding literature and painting, in which the incompatible is combined.
Over the entire existence of this independent organization, its employees have prepared and conducted more than 1200 events, thanks to which fans of fine art were able to get acquainted with the works of foreign and Russian artists. In addition, the Center is actively developing cooperation with young beginner talents. A distinctive feature of the activities of Borea is its non-profit nature. Places for temporary exhibitions, as well as entrance for visitors are completely free. This is the tradition of the Center. It often hosts music concerts, literary evenings, as well as presentations of magazine and book novelties. A specialized store is operating on the territory of the Center, offering small-circulation publications. Regular visitors will certainly go to the club cafe.
Graffiti
In Alexander Nevsky Square you can see a portrait of Sergei Bodrov. It is painted on the wall of a transformer box located near the Alexander Nevsky Lavra. Judging by numerous reviews, the graffiti portrait of Sergei Bodrov Jr. is a stunning piece of street art. At the same time, you can’t get close to it. Portrait can cause a storm of feelings and at a distance.
The authors of this graffiti are members of the art group from Belarus HoodGraff. In addition to this work, they own a portrait of Victor Tsoi, Einstein, Dr. Dre, as well as actor R. Atkinson, who played the role of Mr. Bean.
Monument to the photographer
Where else can young tourists go to St. Petersburg? It is worth noting that the inhabitants of the Northern capital are confident that it was in their city that the photo essay and other types of this art originated. It is believed that the founder of the direction is the German Karl Bulla. When the boy was 10 years old, his family moved to live in St. Petersburg. For twenty years this gifted person managed to go through a difficult but successful path. He started as an errand boy, and after he was able to open his own photo shop and become the head of a company selling accessories for filming. Among Bulla's clients were the most august persons, writers and scholars, artists and politicians. Many of the buildings and sights of St. Petersburg are preserved only in those photographs that were taken by this businessman and his sons.
A monument to a St. Petersburg photographer, made of bronze, appeared on Malaya Sadovaya near house No. 3 in January 2001. It is a sculpture of a man with a mustache, who, holding an umbrella over his head, stands near a high tripod with an old camera, ready to go. At the feet of the owner is an English bulldog. The place for this monument was not chosen by chance. The fact is that it was in this house for more than 30 years that Karl Bulla’s photo studio was located. Today there is a photo studio. Visitors are also invited to the museum dedicated to the Bull Dynasty.
Judging by the reviews of tourists, many of them do not ignore this spectacular monument. But people are attracted not only by its appearance. It is believed that the one who takes the sculpture under his right elbow and is photographed like this will certainly expect luck.
Circus
What objects of St. Petersburg are most popular among young people? One of those on their list is the circus, which can be found on the Fontanka. This is one of the oldest institutions of its kind in Russia. It opened in 1877.
The St. Petersburg Circus on Fontanka, whose poster is very interesting and diverse, is a popular place to visit not only for visitors to the city, but also for its residents. In addition, there is an opportunity to visit the museum, which was opened in 1928. Its exhibits tell about the history of circus art. To date, 130 different items have been collected here that can tell visitors a lot of interesting things about this cultural sector.
Summer garden
Many young tourists seek to get to the park created by the tireless Peter the Great. According to one description of the Summer Garden in St. Petersburg, it becomes clear that you must certainly take time to visit it.
The most accessible entertainments here are walking along the paths of the park and exploring the Petrovsky Palace. Also, tourists like to be photographed against the backdrop of beautiful sculptures and fountains, relaxing in the Coffee House with a cup of aromatic invigorating drink.
The landscape of this place corresponds to the style of the French park. These are symmetrical alleys, which, together with plant, neatly trimmed plantings, represent entire labyrinths from the paths. Walking along the paths, guests of the park can admire the graceful sculptures standing along them. Peter the Great himself brought them specially for the Summer Garden from Italy. These elegant statues are nothing but restored copies of ancient compositions. In addition to statues, guests of the park can admire the tall trees growing here.
On the territory of the Summer Garden there are several fountains with a beautiful design. There are also figured lawns, they are decorated with intricate flowerpots. Judging by the reviews of tourists, a pleasant impression of the park is left by benches, arbors and a picturesque pond. With interest, guests of the garden consider the greenhouse and the house located on the territory.
A rectangular two-story building with a high roof also attracts the attention of travelers. This is a small-sized Summer Palace belonging to Peter the Great. To date, the building is presented in its original form. Its facade is decorated with decorative stucco and 29 images in the form of bas-reliefs.
Quests
Modern megalopolises offer their guests and residents of the city a wide variety of entertainment. A special place among them is occupied by quests. For young people in St. Petersburg, quite a lot of them are offered. And, judging by the reviews, these games are very popular. They need to solve puzzles, find a way out of the proposed situations, complete team tasks and act logically. In this case, the organizers create such conditions under which a person has to experience indescribable emotions.
In St. Petersburg, you can become a member of a variety of quests. The most popular of them, judging by the reviews of many visitors to such clubs, is the “Brain”. In this quest, the participant must give the correct answers to 85 tasks, showing cleverness and logical thinking.
There is also a game in St. Petersburg for those who love the thrill. Having chosen the quest "The Ripper" for themselves, people become participants in incredible terrifying events. The plot of this game is based on the story of a world-famous maniac, nicknamed the Jack the Ripper. Within 60 minutes, the team of players must do everything to escape from the hands of the killer, who is in search of a new victim.