The Mariinsky Theater (former the Kirov) is an exquisite building that features one of the best ballet troupes in the world, the Kirov Ballet (former the Mariinsky). The troupe, which performs only classical ballets, goes on tour every summer for about two months and its stars often disappear during the year as well. The Kirov Opera is also quite famous, performing international favorites as well as Russian operatic classics. As the Mariinsky Theatre is number one in the city for evening cultural entertainment tickets are the most expensive and can be hard to come by but there are plenty of hotel service bureaus and travel agencies who will be more than happy to help you in this department.

Address:
1 Teatralnaya Ploshchad,
Perfomance times:
matinees 11.30, evenings 19.00