Saint Petersburg, Russia travel guide

Saint Petersburg

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Soul Kitchen

5/5 (33 Reviews)

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Liberty Island

5/5 (7 Reviews)

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Statskij Sovetnik Hotel Kustarnyy

5/5 (7 Reviews)

Aparthotel · St. Petersburg

Underwood Art Room

5/5 (6 Reviews)

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Zen Hermitage

5/5 (5 Reviews)

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Petrovskiy Art Loft

5/5 (5 Reviews)

Apartment & Condo · St. Petersburg

Kamara apartments

5/5 (4 Reviews)

Hostel/Backpacker · St. Petersburg

Hostel Fjord

5/5 (4 Reviews)

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Narvskiy Posad

5/5 (4 Reviews)

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experience · St Petersburg

Russian sauna with sauna master and traditional tea ceremony

From $307.72 hours

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Three Best Cathedrals of Eastern Europe Private Tour & View from Cathedral Dome

From $984 hours

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Private St. Petersburg Food and Culture Tour - with Friendly Local Guide

Rating: 3.4 out of 5

(5)

From $1293 hours

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Evening Russian Folk Show in the Nikolaev Palace

From $1561 hour 50 minutes

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Travel to Vyborg by train

From $482.066 hours

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St.Petersburg Sightseeing City tour with Peter and Paul Fortress

From $51.294 to 5 hours

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St. Petersburg Catherine Palace and Amber Room Guided tour

From $963 to 5 hours

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Highlights of St. Petersburg on Wednesday

From $61810 hours

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2-day tour in St. Petersburg (no visa, small groups)

From $246.162 days

Things to Do

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Architecture

The Most Beautiful Churches in St Petersburg

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The 10 Best Things to Do in St Petersburg

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What to Buy in St Petersburg

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Best Places to Buy Souvenirs in St Petersburg

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The Most Impressive Landmarks in St Petersburg

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An Alternative Guide to St Petersburg, Russia

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The Best Things to Do in New Holland, St Petersburg

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The Best Things to See and Do in Moskovsky District, St Petersburg

Fashion

The 7 Best Fashion Boutiques for Men in St Petersburg

Guides and Features

Make the most of your trip

Guides & Tips

8 Reasons Why You Should Visit St Petersburg Over Moscow

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The Most Amazing Parks in St Petersburg

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Top St Petersburg Museums Which Are Not Palaces

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A Local Photographer's Walking Guide to St. Petersburg

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The Best Things to See and Do in Nevsky Prospekt, St Petersburg

Travel Tips and Itineraries

Things to know before visiting

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11 Tourist Traps to Avoid in St Petersburg

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When Is the Best Time of Year to Visit St Petersburg?

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The Best Weekend Getaways Near St Petersburg

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How to Travel From Moscow to St Petersburg

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A Couple's Guide to St Petersburg, Russia

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How to Travel to Finland from St Petersburg

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How to Spend 48 Hours in St Petersburg

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The Coolest Neighbourhoods in St Petersburg

Know Before You Go

Learn about the city's local customs, traditions and festivals

Books

8 Things You Didn't Know About 'Crime And Punishment'

Art

Manege: Remaking a Museum for Bold and Courageous Artists

Art

The Most Beautiful Sculptures and Monuments in St Petersburg

Art

A Brief History of St Petersburg's China

History

A Brief History of St. Petersburg's Trams

See & Do

The Best Day Trips from St Petersburg

Bars & cafes

Behind the Scenes of Owning a Bar in St Petersburg

Guides & Tips

10 Words to Make You Sound Like a Local in St Petersburg

Music

Igor Stravinsky: The Master Of Self-Reinvention

Cultural Highlights

Immerse yourself in the city's lifestyle

Food & Drink

10 Traditional Dishes You Must Try on Your Visit to St Petersburg

Books

10 Books to Read Before Visiting St Petersburg

Restaurants

The Best Places to Try Authentic Russian Cuisine in St Petersburg

Books

5 Books That Bring St. Petersburg To Life

Books

Taras Shevchenko and the Search for a Ukrainian Literary Identity

Art

The Best Contemporary Art Galleries in St Petersburg

History

The St Petersburg of Fyodor Dostoevsky

Restaurants

Where to Try Korushka in St Petersburg

Art

Promoting Creative Engagement: An Interview With Erarta Contemporary Art Museum

Neighborhoods in Saint Petersburg