In Chelyabinsk, there are many interesting activities for young people that can brighten up their college years. Here are a few ideas:

Attendance at cultural events
Chelyabinsk is rich in cultural events. Students can visit theaters, concert halls, exhibitions on a wide variety of topics.
Educational activities
The city has many libraries and educational centers that often host lectures, seminars and workshops on topics ranging from art to science and technology.
Outdoor activities
Chelyabinsk is surrounded by beautiful forests, parks and lakes. Gagarin Park and Pushkin Park, the pedestrian zone Kirovka and the Miass River embankment, located within the city limits, are great places for walking, cycling or rollerblading.
Sporting events

Chelyabinsk is famous for its sports teams, especially in ice hockey. Students will be interested in attending matches of the local team “Traktor”, as well as using the services of sports complexes for fitness, swimming or skating.

What about the food?

  • Cafes and clubs
    Chelyabinsk offers many cozy cafes and restaurants where you can have a delicious meal and spend time with friends. There are also clubs and bars in the city, where student parties and concerts by local bands often take place.
  • Popular cuisines
    Italian cuisine is very popular among locals and guests of the city, as well as cafes and restaurants offering Russian cuisine with a modern take on traditional recipes. There are also cafes and restaurants serving Japanese, Caucasian, and European cuisine.
  • Facility formats
    Chelyabinsk offers a variety of dining formats: from chic restaurants with exquisite interiors to cozy cafes and bistros, as well as street food locations where you can grab a quick bite while strolling around the city. There are also a large number of coffee shops and bakeries serving fresh pastries and aromatic coffee.
  • Average check
    The average check in cafes and bistros in Chelyabinsk ranges from 300 to 700 rubles per person, while in restaurants the average check can be higher - from 700 to 1,500 rubles and more, depending on the level of the establishment and the dishes chosen. As for street food, here you can get away with 100 to 300 roubles.

Sport

The South Urals pays close attention to the development of physical culture and sports. Everyone can choose a sport to his/her liking.
Fitness and gyms
Chelyabinsk offers many fitness clubs and gyms with modern equipment where students can keep fit, do aerobics, yoga or bodybuilding.
Swimming
There are pools open year-round, and you can choose to take classes with a trainer, free swimming or aqua aerobics.
Extreme sports
For fans of extreme sports, Chelyabinsk offers opportunities for skateboarding, BMX or rollerblading. Special parks and playgrounds are equipped for safe and exciting skating.
Walking and hiking

The area around Chelyabinsk has beautiful nature, and many students choose to cycle or hike through forests and parks. This is a great way to stay active and enjoy nature.

Sports

The university has a number of sports sections for boxing, athletics, table tennis, volleyball, mini-football, sports aerobics and other sports, which helps to develop both physical activity and be in good shape.