Ranevskaya House-Museum - Image 1
1 / 3

Ranevskaya House Museum

3
·9 reviews·Taganrog, Russia

The birthplace of iconic actress Faina Ranevskaya, a site of historical interest in Taganrog, often viewed from the exterior.

Highlights

Must-see attractions

Social content

Social

From TikTok & Reddit

Best Time

Daytime

To view the exterior and plaque

CrowdLow
Loading map...
Ranevskaya House-Museum - Image 1

Ranevskaya House Museum

Best Time

Daytime

To view the exterior and plaque

CrowdLow

Highlights

Must-see attractions

The birthplace of iconic actress Faina Ranevskaya, a site of historical interest in Taganrog, often viewed from the exterior.

3
(9 reviews)

"It's hard to leave a review and rating when you've only been there from the street."

Vertical photo
TIP

Exterior Viewing Only

Be prepared that the house is often closed to visitors. Enjoy the exterior and historical plaque. :camerawithflash:

Sculpture Uncertainty

The Ranevskaya sculpture's presence is inconsistent. Check recent visitor photos or local info. :informationdeskperson:

Third hero image

Quick Facts

Hours

Rating

3 · 9 reviews

Type

Historical Place

👶 Good for kids

Highlights

Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences

Faina Ranevskaya's Birthplace

Faina Ranevskaya's Birthplace

Exterior of the house

See the building where the iconic Soviet actress Faina Ranevskaya was born. A memorial plaque marks the historical significance.

Ranevskaya Sculpture (if present)

Ranevskaya Sculpture (if present)

Near the house

A photo opportunity with a sculpture dedicated to the beloved actress, if it's still on display.

Your AI travel agent

Plans like a pro.
Thinks like you

Start Chatting

Planning Your Visit

A Museum That Isn't Quite a Museum

The Ranevskaya House Museum in Taganrog is more of a historical site than a traditional museum. While plans for its opening have been in the works for years, it often remains inaccessible from the outside. Visitors typically only get to see the exterior and a memorial plaque.

Sculpture Status Unknown

A notable sculpture of Faina Ranevskaya was once a popular photo spot near her former home. However, recent reports indicate it may no longer be present. Check local information before your visit if this is a key attraction for you.

Best Times

When
Daytime
Why
To view the exterior and plaque
Crowd
Low

Insider Tips

from TikTok, Instagram & Reddit

Exterior Viewing Only

Be prepared that the house is often closed to visitors. Enjoy the exterior and historical plaque. :camerawithflash:

Sculpture Uncertainty

The Ranevskaya sculpture's presence is inconsistent. Check recent visitor photos or local info. :informationdeskperson:

Manage Expectations

This is more of a historical marker than a fully operational museum. :thinking_face:

No content available

Tips

from all over the internet

Exterior Viewing Only

Be prepared that the house is often closed to visitors. Enjoy the exterior and historical plaque. :camerawithflash:

Sculpture Uncertainty

The Ranevskaya sculpture's presence is inconsistent. Check recent visitor photos or local info. :informationdeskperson:

Manage Expectations

This is more of a historical marker than a fully operational museum. :thinking_face:

What Travellers Say

3
(9 reviews)

Reviews Summary

Visitors often find the Ranevskaya House Museum to be more of a historical marker than an accessible attraction. While the building's connection to the famous actress is significant, it's frequently closed, leaving many unable to explore inside. The presence of a memorial plaque offers some historical context, but the overall experience can be disappointing for those expecting a traditional museum.

"No matter how many times I've been to Taganrog, I've never been able to visit the Faina Ranevskaya Museum... Although it's nominally listed as a museum, it doesn't exist... There's no entrance to the museum, no opening hours... There's nothing else to do except take a photo next to the Ranevskaya sculpture ("

Хинанит Анкор

"Сложно писать об учреждении, которого фактически нет. В этой связи, думаю, было бы справедливо написать о предыстории данного вопроса.
Дом-музей эпотажной советской актрисы, крылатые фразы которой разлетелись как горячие пирожки и стали своего рода достоянием речевого сленгового искусства, Фаины Раневской, впервые планировалось открыть ещё в 1987 году. Именно тогда вопрос об этом был поднят русским актёром Иннокентием Смоктуновским. Собственно с тех пор мысль о создании музея актрисы более всего волновала одного из жильцов дома, в котором и родилась Раневская, профессора Тагарогского радиотехнического института Николая Заграя.
В старинном особняке, расположенном по адресу улица Фрунзе, 10 - бывшей Николаевской, - на втором этаже, на месте зала и детской семейства Гирши Фельдмана, находилась собсивенно сама квартира профессора. Николай Заграй смог не только сохранить интерьеры квартиры, но он фактически и стал хранителем этого несуществующего музея Раневской. Им был отреставрирован камин и мраморная печь, массивные оконные рамы, а у парадной лестницы в подъезде он повесил портрет Раневской, а на фасаде — мемориальную доску.
Весть о частном музее Раневской докатилась до США, откуда в 1997 году приезжал пожилой племянник Фаины Георгиевны, родившийся в этом доме незадолго до революции.
В 2008 голу квартира Николая Заграя была приобретена по просьбе мэрии бизнесменом-строителем Арменом Егиазаряном с целью дальнейшей передачи на баланс муниципалитета.
Сам проект музея был утверждён ещё в 2011 году. Согласно проекту, в нём должны храниться личные вещи Раневской, театральные афиши, фотокадры с фрагментами самых ярких спектаклей и кинофильмов. Двери музея должны были быть открыты уже в 2012 году. Муниципалитетом планировалось объединить грядущий музей Фаины Раневской с музейно-досуговым центром "Петровские казармы" и мемориальной комнатой Александра I. Именоваться этот весьма странный симбиоз хотели как "Таганрогский музейный комплекс". Однако, планы так и остались на бумаге.
Затем музей планировалось открыть в 2016 году к 120-летнему юбилею актрисы. Но вновь было отложено.
В 2016-2017 годах из дома Раневской выехали последние жители, средства для приобретения квартир у которых предоставил Фонд донского миллиардера Ивана Саввиди. Всего Фондом было выкуплено восемь квартир. Этим же Фондом была профинансирована проектно-сметная документация для реставрации здания музея. Однако, музей все ещё не открыт"

Мгер Симонян

"There's Faina Ranevskaya's house. There's a memorial plaque on it saying she lived there. There should probably be a museum. There used to be a sculpture of Ranevskaya near the house. It's gone now. Nobody knows when there will be one."

Ирина Серикова

What People Like

Historical significance
Birthplace of Ranevskaya

What People Dislike

Often closed
No interior access
Sculpture missing

Frequently Asked Questions

🚇 🗺️ Getting There

The Ranevskaya House Museum is located at Frunze Street, 10, in Taganrog. It's accessible by local public transport or a short taxi ride from the city center. Reddit

Street parking is generally available in the vicinity, but can be limited during peak times. Reddit

🎫 🎫 Tickets & Entry

Unfortunately, the Ranevskaya House Museum is frequently closed to the public, and access inside is rare. It's best to manage expectations and plan for an exterior viewing. Reddit

There are no consistently listed opening hours as the museum is often not open for visits. Reddit

Since interior visits are uncommon, ticket purchase is generally not applicable. Reddit

No, viewing the exterior and the memorial plaque is free of charge. Reddit

📸 📸 Photography

You can take photos of the exterior of the house and the memorial plaque. If the Ranevskaya sculpture is present, that's another popular photo spot. Reddit

As interior access is rare, information on photography inside is not available. Reddit

You may also like

1 of 2
Ranevskaya House Museum (2026) – Best of TikTok, Instagram & Reddit Travel Guide