You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Museum of the Defense and Siege of Leningrad, Cruiser Aurora or Faberge Museum. While you're exploring, swing by Tauride Palace, Smolny Institute and St. Michael's Castle to learn a bit about the area. You can check out the local talent at Oktyabrskiy Big Concert Hall, Alexandrinsky Theatre and Bryantsev Youth Theatre.