10 best cinemas in St. Petersburg

Thanks to the Internet and modern electronics, it became possible to watch any movie at home. But on the big screen, everything looks different, especially since now there are cinemas that offer to fully immerse yourself in the atmosphere of cinema - 3D, 4D, Imax. And just going to the cinema is always a great pastime with friends or family. Especially for fans of big screens and surround sound, we have compiled a rating of the best cinemas in St. Petersburg.

Top 10 best cinemas in St. Petersburg

10 Home Cinema

In this cinema, you can watch both hot news and films that were not included in the rental. Periodically, world masterpieces of different times and original works are shown here.The halls are small, but well-equipped - visitors have no complaints about the quality of sound and image. The chairs are comfortable enough, there is a cafe where you can have a bite to eat, but they don’t sell cola and popcorn here, unlike other cinemas.

Some visitors call this place the old tube cinema for its special atmosphere. Of the minuses - some of the rooms are in need of repair. Visitors sometimes write in reviews about poorly working heating, current air conditioners. But this is offset by low ticket prices and the absence of intrusive advertising.

9 Giant Park

This is quite a standard, but not bad cinema with comfortable chairs set at a fairly large distance from each other. The sound and the image do not cause any complaints. The selection of films is quite good, partially coincides with the rest of the cinemas in the city. There is a bar, a cafe where you can have a bite to eat before or after the movie. Many praise popcorn - it is quite expensive, but delicious. It is very pleasant that until 16.00 you can watch almost any movie for only 100 rubles.

In general, visitors do not have any special complaints about this cinema. They believe that if you want a higher level of service, then you should go to higher-class cinemas. And any film in excellent quality, with comfort and for a small amount, can be watched in Giant Park.

8 Cinema for two Pandora

A completely unique institution that does not look like standard cinemas.Instead of a large hall, there are many small rooms with different interiors, which are rented out for a romantic date by candlelight while watching a movie, celebrating a birthday or for other occasions. There are eight themed rooms with different interior designs to choose from. They are united only by a large screen and invariably cozy atmosphere. It's nice that you can bring food and drinks with you without paying anything extra.

Visitors agree that this place is unique even for a big city. It is ideal for those who want to surprise their soul mate or just have fun with friends. Prices, of course, are high, but there are no more establishments in this format in St. Petersburg.

7 Cinema Grand Palace

The premium cinema is located in the city center. The set of films here is quite standard, but the level of comfort and service is at its best. Visitors can choose from four luxurious chamber halls with the most modern equipment and a cozy lounge bar. Depending on the chosen hall, visitors will find very comfortable recliner chairs, individual tables, waiter call buttons. But the main advantage is a very voluminous, clear and “correct” sound, which helps to fully immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the film.

In the reviews, visitors write that ticket prices are expensive, but this is not only a minus, but also a plus. Due to the high cost of tickets, people in the hall are usually at a minimum, so there are never spectators slurping popcorn.If you want to watch a movie on the big screen, but in a relaxed atmosphere, then there is no better place in St. Petersburg than the Cinema Grand Palace.

6 KINOgrad South Pole

One of the best and most comfortable cinemas, where it is pleasant to come with the whole family. Visitors can choose from six comfortable halls with comfortable leather chairs. One of the halls is designed exclusively for children, furnished with bright multi-colored armchairs. While waiting for the start of the session, children can swing on a swing, play in a small dry pool with balls.

Visitors also find other advantages - in the summer heat the halls are very fresh and pleasant, the distance between the seats is large, which allows you to calmly stretch your legs and take a comfortable position. They also note good sound and image, low ticket prices, very comfortable seats, which other cinemas put only in VIP halls. Many consider it the most comfortable in St. Petersburg, and plan to come back here again to watch new films in a pleasant environment.

5 Mirage Cinema

Mirage Cinema is a network of modern cinemas equipped with the latest technology. Watching movies here is not only interesting, but also very convenient. There are regular and VIP rooms. In the VIP halls, instead of ordinary chairs, there are sofas of various sizes with individual tables and a button to call the waiter. And in the bars of the cinema they offer treats for every taste - many types of popcorn, Japanese and Italian cuisine.And ticket prices are quite reasonable even in VIP halls.

In the reviews, visitors write that the cinema is worthy. They like comfortable chairs, soft sofas in the VIP room, a good kitchen. There are no complaints about the quality of the image and sound either. On some days you can buy tickets for films for only 100 rubles (regular halls). Dissatisfaction is caused by poor sound insulation between the halls, the need to buy 3D glasses, an expensive bar. Individual visitors expressed indignation at the not very polite service in the restaurant.

4 Out Cinema

This is a chamber cinema with a non-standard program. This is a place worth visiting for fans of auteur, festival, independent and low-budget cinema. Another feature is that all films are shown in the original, the translation into Russian is subtitled. The owners of the cinema are very scrupulous about the quality of the picture and sound. Among other things, they made every effort to create an unforgettable calm atmosphere in the institution, to decorate the cinema hall in a retro style. An interesting offer - the cinema hall can be rented for watching a movie with a company or alone.

In the reviews, visitors write about the wonderful atmosphere, a good selection of films, and the friendliness of the staff. This cinema is brightly different from all the others, but for this it is appreciated. The hall is small, there are usually few people, so nothing interferes with the quiet viewing of films. And ticket prices are very low. So all fans of rare auteur cinema definitely should look here.

3 Karo Ohta

A new generation multi-complex is located in the Okhta Mall shopping center in St. Petersburg. This is a large cinema, where visitors are offered a choice of several films and cartoons available for viewing in one of 11 halls. The total capacity of the cinema is 2100 people! But the main difference is that there are two halls LUXE: A RealD Experience, which will definitely appeal to fans of very large screens. The sound and picture quality are top notch, the chairs are comfortable, the atmosphere is memorable. A nice addition is a unique self-service cinema bar in the u-choose format, where every visitor will find a treat to their liking, avoiding standing in lines.

Reviews about this cinema are mostly positive. Many visitors consider it to be one of the best in St. Petersburg, especially praising the Black hall with double folding chairs, individual tables for food and drinks, and blankets. Right while watching a movie, you can make an order from the waiter. Of the complaints - too long advertising before the start of the session, high prices compared to other cinemas. Recently, there have been problems with buying children's tickets - they could only be issued via the Internet, but users sincerely hope that this innovation will be removed soon.

2 Cinema Park

Cinema Park is a fairly large network, which has cinemas in many large cities of Russia. One of them is located in St. Petersburg. This is a modern multi-screen cinema center where you can watch a good movie with high-quality sound and image and sit with friends in a bar.The cinema is large, with nine halls, spacious and clean. There is a VIP room, 4D and Imax. The quality of the picture and sound is excellent, the special effects are perfectly worked out in the 4DX hall. They provide a complete immersion in the atmosphere of the film. Pleases with an excellent repertoire - here everyone will find a movie to their liking.

In general, the inhabitants of St. Petersburg are satisfied with everything - a lot of halls and various films, comfortable chairs, good sound and image, a pleasant atmosphere. But there are also small complaints - the high cost of tickets (especially 4DX and Imax), popcorn and drinks in the buffet. Often there are complaints about impolite staff.

1 Aurora

This is a century-old cinema that used to be called Piccadilly. It opened back in 1913. At the moment, the institution is a modern cinema with two halls (large and small), equipped with excellent technology and comfortable chairs. The building of the cinema has been completely renovated, looks luxurious, but at the same time has retained its historical features. Many stars of the film industry presented their premieres here. And now the repertoire is selected very carefully to interest people with different preferences.

Residents of St. Petersburg consider the Avrora cinema to be a cult place, they visit it themselves and recommend it to others. Many say that its interior can be confused with a theater or a museum - it is so interesting. The rest of the visitors are also satisfied - a well-chosen repertoire, high-quality sound and picture, the opportunity to watch the film in the original with Russian subtitles, reasonable prices and a sincere atmosphere. A small minus can be put for the fact that in winter it is cold and uncomfortable in the large hall.

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Aurora

Cinema Park

Karo Ohta

Out Cinema

Mirage Cinema

KINOgrad South Pole

Cinema Grand Palace

Cinema for two Pandora

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Home Cinema

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