Cruiser Aurora, Museum of the Defense and Siege of Leningrad, and Faberge Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. While you're exploring, swing by Tauride Palace, Smolny Institute, and St. Michael's Castle to learn a bit about the area. You can watch performances at Oktyabrskiy Big Concert Hall, Alexandrinsky Theatre, and Bryantsev Youth Theatre if you're interested in local theater.