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Russia

Novosibirsk / From Siberia with love and laughter

MeowScore 😸83/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😼
🚗 Traffic density 😸
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😻
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

june

vibrant celebrations during White Nights Festival

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january

Experience chilly winter nights and crisp snow under your paws

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february

Attend the Siberian Snow Festival for ice sculptures and fun

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march

Witness the awakening spring and blossoming nature

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april

Explore the bounty of spring along the Ob River

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may

Take leisurely walks through parks in relaxing warmth

☀️
june

Visit during the White Nights Festival for culture and celebrations

🌳
july

Enjoy outdoor adventures with pleasant summer weather

🍁
august

Discover the vibrant orange and gold hues of autumn

🏞️
september

Experience ancient Siberian culture in surrounding sites

🎷
october

Attend Novosibirsk's International Jazz Festival

🎭
november

Visit museums and theaters to avoid winter chill

🎇
december

Celebrate New Year's Eve in a cozy Siberian atmosphere

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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Novosibirsk is an affordable city, with reasonable prices for food, accommodation, and transportation. Shopping is relatively cheap, but not as abundant as in Moscow or St. Petersburg.

Visit the central market for great deals on local products. Try taking public transportation instead of taxis to save money.

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

transit/culture sightseeing

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

transit/culture sightseeing

Novosibirsk is a stopover for Trans-Siberian railway travelers, and also offers museums, parks, and theaters.

Tipping

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No tipping culture

Tipping

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No tipping culture

Cash is preferred over credit card. Splitting the bill is common. Service fee may be included in the bill.

internet situation

meh Speed

Limited fiber infrastructure

good Availability

Most areas covered, some rural areas lacking

great Cellular

Strong coverage across the city

Electric socket type C

Common in Europe, South America, and Asia. Non-grounded, 2-pin plug, accepts Type C & Type E&F (non-grounded variant).

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Sunrise
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biking hostile

Lack of infrastructure

walkable -ish

Moderate infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Homophobic society

Novosibirsk is the purrfect destination for adventurous cats looking for a true Siberian experience. With whisker-tingling temperatures, you'll love curling up in your fur coat.

Stroll through town on your four paws, keeping an eye out for mice in picturesque snow-topped hedges. Come the night, chase some lights reflecting in snowbanks beneath the clear skies.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Central Park
🎭
Novosibirsk Opera and Ballet Theatre
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Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
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Lenin Square
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Novosibirsk Zoo

The mainstream

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Central Park

This is the pawfect place to stretch your paws and enjoy the outdoors. With walking trails, playgrounds, and even a Ferris wheel, this cat-tastic park has something for everyone.

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🎭
Novosibirsk Opera and Ballet Theatre

Prepare to be meow-zed by the impressive performances at this stunning theatre. From classic ballets to modern operas, this is a must-visit for cultural cats.

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Alexander Nevsky Cathedral

This furr-tastic cathedral boasts beautiful golden domes and intricate frescoes. Visitors can admire the architecture and the stunning views from its pawsome bell tower.

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Lenin Square

Cat-sidered the heart of Novosibirsk, this square is surrounded by beautiful architecture and serves as the purrfect gathering spot for locals.

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Novosibirsk Zoo

The purrfect place for cat lovers. With over 11,000 animals, including Siberian tigers and snow leopards, this zoo is a claw-some attraction.

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Off the beaten path

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Novosibirsk State Art Museum
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Novosibirsk Zoo
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Narymskiy Park
🎭
Novosibirsk Puppet Theater
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Akademgorodok

Off the beaten path

🎨
Novosibirsk State Art Museum

A hidden gem of fine art, with a collection that any cultured cat would appreciate. Meowvelous!

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🦁
Novosibirsk Zoo

A well-kept zoo with a wide variety of animals, including some rare and endangered species for adventurous cats to discover

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🌳
Narymskiy Park

A peaceful nature preserve with walking trails and picturesque ponds, a great place for a cat to relax and enjoy the scenery

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🎭
Novosibirsk Puppet Theater

A small theater that puts on enchanting puppet shows, sure to capture the attention of curious cats

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🐾
Akademgorodok

A scientific town filled with cozy cafes and unique architecture, perfect for a cat to explore

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biking hostile

Lack of infrastructure

walkable -ish

Moderate infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Homophobic society

Mindful meoweler tips

Welcome to Novosibirsk!

Be aware that cats love to lounge in sunny spots, but stay warm as temperatures can reach -30 degrees Celsius in winter!

Experiencing food and drink

Enjoy hearty Russian cuisine like pelmeni, borscht, and vodka, and remember to toast your cat friends by saying 'na zdorovie!'

Getting around the city

Walk around the city center to see the iconic Opera and Ballet Theater and explore the metro, known for its art deco stations.

Staying safe in Novosibirsk

While this is a generally safe city, cats should avoid wandering alone at night and be cautious of pickpockets in crowded areas.

Fun facts about Novosibirsk

Did you know that Novosibirsk is home to the world's largest indoor water park and the only subway system in Siberia?

Useful external sites

visit-novosibirsk.ru/en

Novosibirsk Tourist Information Center↗

Official website of the Novosibirsk Tourist Information Center providing information about the city's sights, accommodations, events, and tours.

www.opera-novosibirsk.ru/en

Novosibirsk Opera and Ballet Theatre↗

Website of the Novosibirsk Opera and Ballet Theatre, one of the largest and leading theatres in Russia, featuring schedule, tickets, and history of the theatre.

artmuseum.novo-sibirsk.ru/english/index.html

Novosibirsk State Art Museum↗

Official website of Novosibirsk State Art Museum, one of the largest art museums in Siberia, featuring exhibitions, collections and events.

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