You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at National Museum of the Republic of Tatarstan, Anatomical Museum, or Gabdulla Tukay Literary Museum. While you're exploring, swing by Bauman Street, Anniversary Arch, and Suyumbike Tower to learn a bit about the area. You can check out the local talent at Kazan State Theater of Young Spectators, Tatar State Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre, and Kazan State Circus.