Book a hotel near Chess City, Elista

You'll definitely enjoy your trip to Chess City.

You'll be glad you made the trek to its home in Elista, roughly 710 miles (1,143 kilometer) outside of Moscow, the national capital.

You might be surprised, but there isn't one hotel within 60 miles (96 kilometers) of Chess City. The closest possibility is in Estosadok. After a 270 miles (435 kilometers) drive, you can get some shut-eye at the Golden Tulip Rosa Khutor Hotel.

Whether you're looking for a couple of snacks or just a place to take a break, Sinema Kafe Belluchchi can take care of your needs, and it's conveniently located a few minutes away. Another frequently-visited establishment is Konkord, offering an impressive variety of meals and a convenient location. It's the ideal time to order a drink or two when the shadows grow longer. Ask the bar staff for a local beverage at Bar "Nevod", just five minutes on foot.

Other Things to Do Near Chess City

On top of Chess City, here's a list of some other things in the wider region that you are going to want to do:

• Get to know the locals' spiritual beliefs and perhaps even say your own prayer at Golden Abode of Buddha Shakyamuni.
• Add a taste of the arts scene to your vacation by enjoying a play or two at Elista Municipal Satire Theater.
• Plan a visit to Republican Russian Drama and Comedy Theater and delight in watching its talented actors give it their best shot.
• Become immersed in theater experience when you watch one of the many performances currently running at Kalmyk National Basangov Musical Drama and Comedy Theater.
• A tour of Palmov Kalmykia Republican Museum of Local Lore, a popular history museum, is certain to be both fun and educational.