Where to go in Kolomna with children? Entertainment for children in Kolomna

• November 2, 2018
• Tips for tourists
• Vika Privalova

The picturesque city of Kolomna is located just 120 kilometers from Moscow. It would seem a short distance, but how different the rhythms of life are in these cities. Kolomna is a city for a relaxing holiday, ideal for family tourism. Its century-old history attracts workers in the film industry; films are often shot here.

An overview of the sights will help travelers get to know a little about the history of the city, figure out which places to visit first, and find out where to go in Kolomna with children.

Historical reference

There are several options for the origin of the city's name. Perhaps it came from the Finno-Ugric “kol” - fish, or maybe the city was named after the Kolomenka River. It is possible that Kolomna is the Latin word “columna”, translated as “column”. The city's coat of arms depicts a column. In general, historians are not sure where the roots of the name of the city of Kolomna come from. This has its own charm: already from its name, the city is shrouded in mystery. And then, with a close acquaintance with the locality, there will be many more interesting mysterious moments.

Kolomna was first mentioned in 1177. But the first settlements on the territory of the city arose much earlier. From time immemorial and right up to the present, Kolomna served as a place for important historical and military events. Here, on the Maiden Field, in the fourteenth century, Prince Dmitry Donskoy lined up his troops, and later Tsar Ivan the Terrible made a camp before attacking Kazan. In the sixteenth century, to protect against enemies, a stone fortress, the Kremlin, was built in the southern part of the city. Over the next centuries, Kolomna flourished as a trade and craft district. After the construction of the railway, in the nineteenth century the city acquired the status of an industrial center and developed in this direction.

In the second half of the twentieth century, Kolomna was built up with high-rise buildings, a modern infrastructure was formed, but the city managed to maintain its originality. Monuments from various centuries still adorn Kolomna, and they are in excellent condition.

How to book excursions around Kolomna with children?

You can safely entrust me and my team with ordering and conducting excursions in Kolomna with children, drawing up a program, and booking any museums. Contact us and I will personally advise you on any issue in this topic and help you create the most suitable program for every taste and budget.

Some museums and workshops do not promote themselves well. They are difficult to find on the Internet. I will book them for you without any problems as I am connected directly with their leaders.

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So, get ready to Kolomna, take your children and be filled with its great historical, cultural and spiritual wealth!

Nature

Three rivers flow through the city: Kolomenka, Oka and Moskva River. The confluence of rivers is very popular with local residents, as there is good fishing and beautiful nature.

The climate in Kolomna is mild, there are no sudden temperature changes. In winter, the temperature rarely drops below 20 degrees, and in the summer, in July, the heat alternates with warm thunderstorms.

What to see in Kolomna in 1 day by car

Kolomna is rich in attractions. Here everyone can find interesting objects. The city organizes many excursions that cover famous and memorable places in Kolomna.

If tourists have allocated only 1 day to explore the city, it is best to use it for the following route:

• Kolomna Kremlin;
• Kolomna Local Lore Museum;
• Estate of the Lazhechnikov merchants;
• Memorial Park;
• Museum of Military Glory;
• Spasskaya Tower;
• Pyatnitsky Gate;
• Old Golutvinsky Monastery.

Attractions

The historical and cultural heritage of the city is of great importance for all of Russia. Tourists go to Kolomna to immerse themselves in the original atmosphere of the ancient town and visit Kolomna churches and monasteries. Families with children often come. There are also excursions for children in Kolomna, they are distinguished by accessible information, the places to visit are chosen to really interest the child.

Listed below are the attractions that are worth seeing for both adults and children:

• Kolomna Kremlin. It is one of the main attractions of the city. The historical monument, perfectly preserved from the 16th century, includes churches, monasteries, and hotel premises. Yes, if you wish, you can even spend the night in the Kremlin. You can hear an interesting story about each tower of the fortress, but the Marinka Tower is especially impressive. The wife of False Dmitry I was locked in it. The Kremlin is located on the street. October Revolution, no. 18.

• Cathedral Square. The spiritual center of the entire city. The Assumption Cathedral, the Tikhvin Church and the Novo-Golutvin Convent are located on the square. A monument to Cyril and Methodius was also erected here. In the evening, the buildings are illuminated, giving the square a mesmerizing appearance. The square is located on the territory of the Kolomna Kremlin.

• Assumption Cathedral. Construction began in 1379 by order of Prince D. Donskoy. This event marked the first victory over the Tatar-Mongols. Later, in this cathedral, Ivan the Terrible received a blessing to fight the Crimean Tatars, who at that time were trying to seize the territory of the Tula region.

• Epiphany Staro-Golutvin Monastery. Under the patronage of Sergius of Radonezh, a place for the construction of a monastery was determined and the first monastery was built. The Epiphany Church still contains the remains of the foundation of those times.

• Holy Cross Cathedral. Located on the territory of the Kremlin. The monastery was built under Ivan the Terrible.

• Pyatnitsky Gate. This main passage to the Kolomna Kremlin is made in the shape of a horseshoe. Many legends are associated with this architectural monument.

• Estate of the Lazhechnikov family. It fully reflects the life and way of life of wealthy families of the city in the 17th-19th centuries. Russian writer Ivan Ivanovich Lazhechnikov grew up in this house. He described the times spent in Kolomna in his works. You can visit the estate on your own or as part of a tour. The visit program includes tea and interactive activities. The estate is located on the street. October Revolution, 192-A, 194.
• Maiden's field. A sacred place that gave strength to the troops of Prince Donskoy before the Battle of Kulikovo. Now there is a cross on the field - the memory of the people who died in that bloody war.
• Museum of Military Glory. Previously, it functioned in one of the churches and was dedicated to the years of the Great Patriotic War. In 2010, another building was built, and a museum with an updated concept was opened in it. Now the museum displays military relics from the Middle Ages to the present. From the outside, the building looks impressive: the red glass facade attracts the attention of passers-by, and an engraved alarm bell hangs above the door. The interior is also made in a non-standard way: the ceiling seems to be broken, which symbolizes the transition of the past to modernity. Located on the street. Invincible, no. 1.

• Speed ​​skating. The Ice Palace is the pride of the city and the entire Moscow region. It is rightfully considered one of the best sports institutions in the world. Olympic champions train here, and competitions between athletes from different countries take place. In winter, the ice palace is open for public skating. The area of ​​the skating rink is almost 13 thousand square meters. m, it is filled exclusively with artesian water. The Kolomna Ice Arena is famous for the many records set there. Located on the Kolomenka River Embankment, no. 7.

Interesting and unusual places

Kolomna, whose sights are difficult to see in 1 day, has many interesting places outside the city:

1. St. John the Theologian Church (Two Revolutions Square, 1). A beautiful temple in the classicist style with a bell tower, the height of which is about 67 m. In the temple you can see an ancient bas-relief icon of the 16th century. made of stone.

2. Museum of the Origin “This money is Kolomsk” (Zaitseva St., 14). The Museum of Origins is located in the Pyatnitskaya Tower in the basement. In one hall, visitors can observe icons and objects from the everyday life of the Russian people. The second room displays jewelry and a collection of coins from various periods.
3. Museum of the History of Housing and Communal Services (Lazareva St., 2a). The Museum of the History of Housing and Communal Services is located in a building that was previously used to store water. There are free excursions here that tell about the stages of the formation of public utilities in Kolomna.
4. Tram Museum (Dmitry Donskoy St., 15). The first tram in Russia was produced in Kolomna. The museum's collection includes more than 150 scaled-down replicas of trams from all over the world.
5. Kolomna Theological Seminary (Golutvinskaya St., 1). Priests and church ministers are trained in this educational institution. It has its own temple.

Workshops for children and adults

There is a wide choice of places to go in Kolomna for children and adults. There are also places where you can not only watch and listen, but also take part in the creation of something interesting and... tasty.

Museum "Kolomenskaya pastila". Founded in 2009 in the house of the Suranov merchants. The building is more than two hundred years old, you can hear hundreds of interesting stories about it.

The main hall of the museum tells about the history of pastila, methods of its preparation, and introduces tastes and types of sweets. The great thing about this museum is that you can not only admire the exhibits, but also try them.

Masters reveal the secrets of making apple marshmallow, the recipe for which has been preserved since the 18th century. The craftsmen put on a real theatrical performance, during which the delicacy is prepared. And then they also treat you to the resulting marshmallow. Kolomna marshmallow is not like the one sold in stores. Periodically, the museum organizes programs in which guests can participate, and tea parties are held.

Tickets cost from two hundred rubles; children under three years old can enter the museum for free. But before visiting, you must call and reserve a time, as the number of visitors per session is limited.

"Kalachnaya". Museum-bakery, where rolls are baked according to ancient recipes and technologies. You also need to pre-register to visit. Visitors are very interestingly told and shown how kalachi were baked in Ancient Rus'. No one has ever left here hungry: museum guests are always treated to wonderful pastries and tea. The frequency of sessions is two hours. Address: Zaitseva street, 14.

“Artkommunalka. Erofeev and others." A residence museum with the idea of ​​recreating the interior of a small family of artists who paint their masterpieces here. The paintings are exhibited in the same communal apartment, and bohemian meetings with debates about art also take place there. There are several options for excursions to this amazing museum: a sightseeing tour, a tea party, or a theatrical tour with a recreation of the Soviet era. Artkommunalka is located at st. October Revolution, 205. Of course, you can’t go here with a small child, but teenagers from fifteen years old will find it very educational.

Museum of blacksmithing. Presents the exhibition “Forge Settlement”, which contains over seven thousand exhibits: armor, weapons, jewelry, forged items of the modern era. Real blacksmiths are happy to teach master classes to visitors. A particularly lucky visitor may find a horseshoe and keep it for good luck.

Museums

Kolomna, whose sights tell about the stages of the city’s formation, has several museums with interesting collections.

Museum "Kolomenskaya pastila"

The Kolomenskaya Pastila Museum has been operating since 2009 and is located in a small building where the Suranovs’ confectionery used to operate. Visitors can see with their own eyes how the famous Kolomenskaya pastila is prepared and taste it. The cooking process takes place like the 19th century. on old equipment.

Today, museum workers offer about 30 types of marshmallows with various additives. The museum has developed many interactive programs in which visitors can actively participate. There is a cafe and souvenir shop on site.

Museum of Flax and Life of Russian Women

In the museum, where a private collection is exhibited, visitors can get acquainted with 3 types of collections. The first hall shows the life and everyday life of people of the 19th and 20th centuries. Here you can see utensils and household items of that time. The 2nd room tells about the process of turning flax into fabric and its history. The 3rd hall is dedicated to national costumes, towels and looms.

Master classes on making various amulets and linen products, as well as dolls, are held for visitors. After the tour, guests can taste aromatic tea with local marshmallows.

Museum-Estate “House of the Samovar”

Another museum telling about the culture and history of the Russian people. In the “Samovar House” you can see a private collection of samovars, visit a traditional Russian hut and taste delicious tea.

The tours are conducted by the owners of the collection. All objects in the museum can be touched and examined closer. In total, about 150 samovars are presented: from the smallest to the largest. There is also a small cafe serving traditional Russian cuisine.

Kolomna Local Lore Museum

The local history museum in Kolomna offers a closer look at the history of the city in different periods of its formation. The collection numbers about 30 thousand items. On the 1st floor the collection “Nature of Kolomna and Man” is exhibited. The 2nd floor is dedicated to the stages of the city's development.

Children's holiday

There is entertainment for children in Kolomna at almost every turn. All excursions to memorable places are adapted for children: information is presented in an accessible, interesting way, often in the form of interactive games. But, in addition to educational moments, Kolomna provides an opportunity to actively relax and have fun.

Luna Park Carousel". The amusement park in Kolomna is located on the territory of the Peace Park. A large assortment of swings, carousels, trampolines, children's cars and, of course, a Ferris wheel will delight any child. The attractions are designed for children of different ages. Many families can afford to visit an amusement park in Kolomna. The cost of attractions varies from 70 to 250 rubles, but it is more profitable to purchase a ticket for an hour or two hours visit to the park.

Not every city in the Moscow region can boast of an amusement park like the one in Kolomna.

Trampoline center. Another favorite pastime for children is jumping on trampolines. If you want to have a fun and active holiday with your children, go to CosmoPark on Frunze Street, 46, or to Flight of the Bumblebee on Oktyabrskaya Street, 88a.

The two trampoline centers in Kolomna are equally good, so you can choose according to the territorial principle.

However, this is not the entire list of interesting places for children.

Entertaining in Kolomna. The large premises in the Samokhval shopping center stand out with their bright design, abundance of attractions and cheerful music from famous cartoons. When they see such an “island of happiness,” children’s eyes light up, and they can no longer be stopped. Parents can accompany their children free of charge. There is also a cafe here where you can have a snack with hungry kids after active games.

Ready-made examples of excursion programs in Kolomna with children - get acquainted and book

Option #1

1. Sightseeing tour of the Kremlin - 1.5 hours
2. Kalachnaya Museum – 45 min
3. Crossroads of eras - 1 - 1.5 hours
4. Pastila Factory – 1 hour

Option No. 2

1. Sightseeing tour of the Kremlin - 1.5 hours
2. Pastila Museum
3. Crossroads of eras
4. Medovushi Museum

Option #3

1. Sightseeing tour of the Kremlin - 1.5 hours
2. Pastila Factory
3. Russian Knights
4. Medovushi Museum

Option No. 4 (2-day program for the most conscious and curious)

Day 1.

1. Sightseeing tour of the Kremlin - 1.5 hours
2. Kalachnaya Museum
3. Museum of Favorite Toys
4. Crossroads of eras

Day 2.

1. Sightseeing tour of Posad – 1 hour
2. Pastila Museum
3. Confectionery Shvedova (or “Fragrant Joys”)

In general, you understand the principle of creating a program. If you come to Kolomna for one day, you will have time to visit 3-4 museums. I don’t recommend visiting too many museums at once; it will be a bit difficult. If you are in Kolomna for 2 days, then you can safely book 6-7 museums.

Museums will be an excellent addition to the overall sightseeing tour. But museums alone reveal only small facets of the rich history of Kolomna land. For 845 years, great events took place in Kolomna. From Batu and Prince Donskoy to Catherine the Great and the revolution, Kolomna has always been at the center of historical turns.

Rest zone

Where to go for a walk with children in Kolomna? Children and adults will find it interesting to stroll along the streets of the Kremlin. Lazhechnikova Street is the most picturesque here. Walking along it, you can plunge into the atmosphere of the distant past: the ringing of bells, ancient buildings that have not changed since their construction, a meeting with a real policeman who protects the peace of citizens.

Peace Park with its smooth paths, beautiful alleys, cafes and entertainment spots is an ideal place for a walk. This is the largest green area within the city. The park was created in the forties of the last century, immediately after the war. Its arrangement became a citywide affair: adults and children, scientists and workers from factories came to dig up, fertilize, plant bushes and trees, and take care of the plantings. Today there are more than four thousand trees and thirty thousand shrubs in the park. All kinds of events are held here at any time of the year.

A walk through the park starts from the gate. They are worthy of special attention: tall, decorated with elegant patterns.

The fountain and attractions in the park will make your walk even more enjoyable. The fountain in the park, by the way, is the largest in the city. Its diameter is 35 meters, and jets of water rise to the height of a nine-story building. Illumination in the evening makes the fountain look like fireworks.

Sovetskaya Square is created for shopping lovers. Shopping complexes and shops are concentrated in this area. There is also a “Children’s World” here.

What to bring from Kolomna

Kolomna is one of the most beautiful ancient cities in Russia. After visiting her, I want to leave a reminder of the trip. Many attractions host workshops where anyone can make their own souvenir.

Tourists visiting Kolomna can choose the following as souvenirs:

• The famous Kolomna marshmallow, which is produced in different flavors at the marshmallow museum or at a local factory.
• Kolomna kalachi or pretzels are very popular when visiting the Kalach Museum.
• Many souvenir shops and shops display a variety of works made by local artists and craftsmen.
• Blacksmithing is well developed in Kolomna, so tourists will be able to purchase ready-made forged products or make them themselves during thematic excursions.
• Honey and beekeeping products, as well as drinks based on honey from the Zolotoy Uley brand from the local plant will be a wonderful gift.
• While visiting monasteries or temples, anyone can purchase icons or other objects, many of which were made by monks or nuns.

Kolomna today is a city with developed industry and science, in which there are many churches and monasteries. Some areas and attractions help you immerse yourself in the ancient city.

Article design: Mila Friedan

Dmitry Donskoy embankment

Where in Kolomna can you go with your children to get away from the hustle and bustle? Of course, to the embankment. It stretches along the Oka and offers wonderful views of the area. From the bank you can see the bends of the river and the forests spread out on the opposite bank.

Walking leisurely along the embankment, you can reach the Maiden’s Field, described above.

Not far from the city in the village of Gorki there is a petting zoo. In it, the child can communicate with animals: feed, stroke and hold in his arms. The zoo is permanently home to chickens, peacocks, raccoons, llamas, horses and camels.

Religious sites

Kolomna, whose religious sights show the features of buildings in various faiths, occupies an area of ​​65 square meters. km. In the city, a large number of churches are Orthodox. There is also a mosque and an Old Believer church.

Staro-Golutvin Monastery

The monastery is located in a picturesque location near the Moscow and Oka rivers. On the territory of the monastery there are utility buildings, 2 dormitories for monks and 2 temples.

There is a monument to Sergius of Radonezh, under whose leadership the monastery was built. There is a theological seminary on the territory and there is a burial place of Grigory Golutvinsky, who was the first rector of the temple.

Bobrenev Monastery

Another monastery located near the city. Construction began in the 14th century. The monastery was erected by Dmitry Donskoy after a crushing victory over the troops of Mamai in the Battle of Kulikovo.

The Mother of God Nativity Monastery is made in blue and white colors and consists of 2 churches, rooms for monks and outbuildings. It houses the Feodorovskaya Icon of the Mother of God.

Holy Trinity Novo-Golutvin Monastery

Convent of the 19th century. consists of 2 churches, a bell tower and a chapel, a refectory and a monastery for nuns. There is a small hotel for pilgrims.

In the monastery you can see dogs and a camel. There is a medical center on the territory of the Holy Trinity Novo-Golutvin Monastery. Here you can purchase icons and items made by nuns.

Church of St. Nicholas on Posad

The Church of St. Nicholas on Posad or the Church of the Resurrection of Christ belongs to the Old Believer church. Snow-white building from the 18th century. has a unique roof. It is decorated with 106 kokoshniks arranged in 5 rows. There are 5 domes at the top. You can enter the temple only during services.

During other hours the church is closed to visitors.

Monuments and sculptures

Monument to Vodovoz

An amazing question: why am I a water carrier? This line of an old song will probably come to your mind when you see the sculpture of a water carrier on the banks of the Moscow River. And at this moment the phrase “spin the drum” will sound in your head, because the author of the monument made the character’s face look like the face of the popular TV presenter Leonid Yakubovich.

Monument to Vodovoz

Where the sculpture now stands, local water carriers used to fetch water. It was a difficult profession that became a thing of the past with the advent of plumbing.

Shevlyaginskaya basin

By the way, about the plumbing. At the beginning of the 20th century, its function was performed by water dispensers. In Kolomna before the revolution there were six such structures - swimming pools. They were created with funds allocated by philanthropist Maria Shevlyagina and therefore began to be called “Shevlyaginsky”.

The Shevlyaginskaya pool, which can still be seen today, is located not far from the Museum-Marshmallow Factory. This is a fairly old building, but it is still functioning. The pool is connected to the city water supply, which allows it to be used as a source of water. You can quench your thirst or just get some water.

Monument to steam locomotive L-0012

There is an unusual monument near the city railway station. It is dedicated to the first mainline freight steam locomotive that was built in this city. In fact, the monument is a real locomotive. Over the 10 years since 1945, approximately 4 thousand locomotives of this class were produced. The model was considered successful, and its developers were even awarded the Stalin Prize. And the name of one of the authors of the project was immortalized in the very name of the locomotive. “L” meant “Lebedyansky”.

Monument to Cyril and Methodius

There are also monuments in the ancient city that were built not so long ago. These include the monument located on Cathedral Square. This is a monument to Cyril and Methodius - the creators of the Slavic alphabet. The composition consists of two figures of saints and a cross rising above them. Cyril has an alphabet scroll in his hands, and Methodius has the Gospel.