The Mariinsky (former Kirov) Theatre is one of the symbols of the Russian culture. The world-famous soprano Anna Netrebko made her debut at the Mariinsky Theatre and still performs here.
Address: Theatralnaya Ploshchad 1
Metro: Nevsky Prospekt, Gostiny Dvor or Canal Griboyedova. Then by bus number 3, К-3, К-22, 27 or К-312
The official website of the Mariinsky Theatre (Russian and English)
2. Hermitage Theatre
One of the oldest theatres in Russia. Here one can enjoy ballet performances or concerts in a stylish atmosphere.
Address: Dvortsovaya Naberezhnaya 34
Metro: Nevsky Prospekt
The official website of the Hermitage Theatre (Russian and English)
3. Grand Philharmonic Hall
Being one of the biggest concert halls in Europe, the Grand Philharmonic Hall is famous for its wonderful acoustics. It was re-opened in May 2007 after the restoration.
Address: Michailovskaya Ul. 2
Metro: Nevsky Prospekt
The official website of the Grand Philharmonic Hall (Russian and English)
4. The Bolshoi State St. Peterburg Circus
The oldest circus building in Russia.
Address: Nabereshnaya reki Fontanki 3
Metro: Gostiny Dvor
The official website of the State St. Petersburg Circus (Russian and English)
