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People who want to unforgettablely celebrate the New Year 2020 should go to Kazan. The capital of Tatarstan is the third most popular tourist destination on New Year's holidays. Tatar and Russian traditions intertwined in this city. Local authorities spend a lot of money on decorating the Christmas tree, holiday illumination, so the city is immersed in a real fairy tale. Find interesting activities can tourists who travel alone or with family. Entertainment is available for every taste and budget.
Holiday on the street
Since there is a lot of snow in Kazan in winter, tourists often decide to celebrate New Year on the street. You can go:
- To the main tree. For several years, it has traditionally been installed in the Millennium Park. The style and design of the Christmas tree decorations changes annually, so it does not cease to amaze local residents and visitors. Dances are held in the square, theater shows, games with children and competitions with adults are held.
- To the rink Nefis. One of the largest Russian ice rinks opens annually at the Kazan Arena. The entrance is free. There is a rental of skates - from 50 rubles, although during the holidays prices may rise slightly.
- To the fairs. At New Year's markets, you can taste Tatar cuisine, drink hot drinks, buy souvenirs for relatives and friends. The largest fairs are usually located on Bauman and Kremlin streets, but they also organize them in small streets.
- To the Millennium Park. The park usually has a skating rink and a fair, where you can plunge into the festive atmosphere. On New Year's Eve, an open-air disco is organized. Everyone can have fun with fiery music.
A mobile theater will travel in the streets. Usually, the performance is shown at 5-6 venues in different parts of the city, so meeting artists is not difficult. Tourists who are for the first time in Kazan can take a closer look at the sights - the Kazan Kremlin, the Raifa Monastery, the Leaning Tower of Syuyumbike and others.
Where to go with children
Organizing an unforgettable holiday with children for the New Year 2020 in Kazan is a simple task. The city has a huge amount of entertainment for children of different ages. Here are some of them:
- Residence Kysh Babaya (Santa Claus). The amusement park is 60 km from Kazan. Tatar Santa Claus and the Snow Maiden help to plunge into the real atmosphere of the holiday. Artists will conduct performances based on fairy tales. Children will be able to participate in interactive games, ride horses or ice skates. The residence has a restaurant serving national cuisine.
- Ice town near the puppet theater. Incredible structures and labyrinths of ice cause a lot of positive emotions not only in children but also in adults. Entrance to the territory is free. Nearby is a cafe where you can warm up for a cup of tea.
- Concert Hall "Hermitage". In this place you can watch interesting New Year's performances for children, participate in interactive games and take photos with various fairy-tale characters. Tickets are worth buying in advance. Price - from 500 rubles.
- Hippodrome "Kazan". You can feel the spirit of Russian traditions and ride three horses at the Kazan Hippodrome. There are no age restrictions, so you can safely go with the whole family.
This is just a small list.Entertainment for children is available in other places, so it’s easy to choose leisure options taking into account financial opportunities and preferences.
Restaurants and Cafes
On New Year's Eve in Kazan in 2020, you can in one of the cafes or restaurants. Residents of the city and tourists are offered Tatar, Russian, European cuisine. A variety of hot and cold appetizers, first and second courses, desserts allows you to arrange a real feast. The following establishments are most popular:
- "Kazan Cat";
- "Reviera";
- Pashmir
- "Americano";
- "Ancient Bukhara" and others.
Many New Year's Eve restaurants have a special entertainment program with dancing, live music, contests and games. Most establishments work until morning. The average check per person is 4.5-5 thousand rubles.
Important! In popular venues for the New Year, all tables are occupied, so worry about premature reservations.
Accommodation
During the New Year holidays, accommodation prices rise 2-3 times. A hotel room with 2-3 stars will cost at least 1.7-2 thousand rubles. If you decide to stay in a 4-star hotel, you will have to pay from 7.5 thousand rubles per day. Some establishments prepare special programs and offer various entertainments - from karaoke to animations for children.
An alternative to hotels can be renting an apartment or a private house. On the outskirts, an apartment can cost 1.5-2 thousand rubles. In the center, housing will cost significantly more - from 5 thousand rubles. Renting a house is beneficial for large families or companies. For premature reservations you will have to pay a minimum of 7-8 thousand rubles. Accommodation must be booked in advance - for 2-3 months. If you shoot on the eve of the New Year, you will have to pay at least 10 thousand rubles for the simplest number on the outskirts.
Offers from tour operators
Those wishing to spend the New Year holidays in Kazan carefree and get the most out of their travel should take advantage of the offers from travel agencies. Typically, a program includes:
- accommodation;
- food;
- transport service;
- master classes;
- show programs;
- attending a New Year's performance;
- city tours, etc.
The price of the tour depends on the duration, program, services. For 3-5 days you will have to pay from 14 thousand rubles.
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