In the Footsteps of the Red Dragon: The Five Elements of Yugra

Sopochin Family Reindeer Herders' Camp

Untouched taiga wilderness, and a meeting with a Khanty shaman (Khanty — one of Yugra’s indigenous peoples) who shares local legends and myths, along with the secrets of longevity of the Ob Ugric peoples. Here you can take part in a traditional smoke-cleansing welcome ritual, see a magnificent herd of up to 300 reindeer, feed them bread and grain by hand, and explore traditional dwellings — a log cabin, a raised storage shed (labaz), and a reindeer corral. You can also try traditional mordushka basket fishing and lasso throwing. You will also enjoy a tasting of traditional dishes passed down from generation to generation.

Address: 1 Sibirskaya Street, Kogalym

Opening hours: daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Website: vk.com/stoibithe

Akvatika Oceanarium

Akvatika is home to 36 aquariums, 3,800 fish, and 17 sharks. The oceanarium tells the story of the creatures that inhabit the world's rivers, lakes, and oceans, offering a fascinating introduction to the underwater world and its fragile ecosystems.

Address: 60 Druzhby Narodov Street, Kogalym

Opening hours: Monday 10:00 AM–9:00 PM,
every third Monday of the month: 2:00 PM–9:00 PM,
Tuesday–Friday 10:00 AM–9:00 PM, last entry at 8:40 PM,
Saturday–Sunday and holidays 10:00 AM–10:00 PM, last entry at 9:40 PM.

Website: skk-galaxy.ru/oceanarium

Museum and Exhibition Center

The museum tells the story of Kogalym's history, the region's natural resources, its development, and the culture of the indigenous peoples of Western Siberia. It is considered one of the most modern and technologically advanced museums in Russia, with exhibits enhanced by multimedia displays. Since 2020, the museum has also housed a branch of the Russian Museum's Cultural and Exhibition Center, showcasing outstanding examples of Russian art.

Address: 40 Druzhby Narodov Street, Kogalym

Opening hours: Wednesday–Sunday 10:00 AM–6:00 PM.

Website: museumkogalym.ru

On the Crest of the Wave Water Park

Splashing water, rolling waves, and sunshine — enjoy a year-round tropical getaway at On the Crest of the Wave Water Park, located in the Galaktika complex. The wave pool feels just like the open sea. There are water slides for visitors of all ages, as well as a surfing pool. After all the fun, unwind on the "lazy river" or relax on a sun lounger.

Address: 60 Druzhby Narodov Street, Kogalym

Opening hours: Monday — closed for maintenance,
Tuesday–Friday 10:00 AM–9:00 PM, last entry at 6:00 PM,
Saturday–Sunday 10:00 AM–10:00 PM, last entry at 7:00 PM.

Website: skk-galaxy.ru/aquapark

Borovaya Airfield

A fully operational airfield serving general aviation, experimental aircraft, and sports aviation. It features exhibits ranging from early wooden aircraft to modern models. Take to the skies for a sightseeing flight over Surgut — an experience that's sure to leave a lasting impression.

Address: 6A Zayachy Ostrov Street, Surgut

Opening hours: daily from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Website: aviabarsov.com

Azhur Style Glassblowing Workshop

Discover the element of fire here. Join a glassblowing masterclass and create your own glass jewelry — for example, the "Dragon's Breath" amulet pendant. Don't forget to pick up glass souvenirs or order a custom-made piece.

Address: 21/3 30 Let Pobedy Street, Surgut

Opening hours: daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Website: vk.com/akadem_st

VERANDA Restaurant

Treat yourself to a culinary journey through northern cuisine: slow-braised moose meat in bird-cherry bread with oyster mushrooms and pine nuts; stroganina, thinly sliced frozen local fish; sugudai, marinated raw muksun fish with pickled onion and ice apple; and other northern specialties with the chef’s signature touch.

Address: 43 Lenin Avenue, Surgut (3rd floor)

Website: veranda-surgut.ru

Museum of Geology, Oil and Gas

As a state museum, the Museum of Geology, Oil and Gas is dedicated to preserving, studying, and presenting the historical and cultural heritage of this unique oil-and-gas-rich region. Over its quarter-century history, it has become a hub for popularizing science, featuring numerous interactive educational exhibits.

Address: 9 Chekhov Street, Khanty-Mansiysk

Opening hours: Monday–Tuesday — closed;
Wednesday–Sunday 11:00 AM–7:00 PM

Website: muzgeo.gosuslugi.ru

Shpilman Research and Analytical Center for the Rational Use of the Subsoil — Core Repository

At the core repository, you can explore the history of our planet through samples of rock formations. Some of these rock samples are 200 to 300 million years old. You can also learn what a rock core is and how it relates to oil extraction, and even make an oil handprint to take home as a souvenir.

Address: 2 Studencheskaya Street, Khanty-Mansiysk

Opening hours: Monday–Friday 9:00 AM–6:00 PM.

Website: crru.ru

Misne Restaurant

Discover traditional Khanty cuisine.

Address: 54 Gagarin Street, Khanty-Mansiysk

Website: misne.ru

Torum Maa Open-Air Ethnographic Museum

The "Torum Maa" open-air ethnographic museum is set on a scenic hilltop. The museum's name means "Sacred Land" in the Mansi language. The museum authentically recreates the everyday life of the region's indigenous peoples. The Khanty and Mansi still hold their festivals and traditional rituals here. Its collection comprises more than 4,700 items, including household objects, hunting and fishing tools, clothing, and utensils.

Address: 1 Sobyanin Street, Khanty-Mansiysk

Opening hours: Summer season (June–September): daily 11:00 AM–7:00 PM,
ticket office until 6:30 PM.
Winter season (October–May): daily 10:00 AM–6:00 PM, br

Website: torummaa.ru

Archeopark Cultural and Tourist Complex

A cultural and tourist complex spanning 3.5 hectares. The park's main highlight is a collection of bronze sculptures depicting Ice Age animals that once roamed Western Siberia, along with prehistoric humans. A standout is the "Mammoths" composition, depicting a family of giants as if striding out of the forest at the foot of a hill. Leading the family is a massive female mammoth standing 8 meters tall and weighing 70 tons, while the smallest member is a three-meter-tall baby mammoth. The park is also home to sculptures of a prehistoric bison, a pack of wolves, a cave bear, and two woolly rhinoceroses.

Address: 29 Obyezdnaya Street, Khanty-Mansiysk

Opening hours: open 24 hours

Website: ugramuseum.ru

Red Dragon Bridge

The bridge is 1,316 meters long. The span is shaped like a curved arch made of red-painted metal beams, which is how the bridge got its nickname, "Red Dragon." Illuminated at night, the bridge looks especially spectacular.

Address: Coordinates: 60.989145, 68.980939

Panorama Restaurant

Spend your final evening at "Panorama" restaurant, enjoying a stunning panoramic view and a refined menu focused on local Siberian cuisine. Recommended dishes: Yugra-style herring sandwich with soaked berries, and muksun fish steak.

Address: 64 Lenin Street, Khanty-Mansiysk

Website: fbtaray@yandex.ru