Saint Petersburg, Russia travel guide

Saint Petersburg

Saint Petersburg

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Things to Do

Discover what makes this city so unique

See & Do

The 10 Best Things to Do in St Petersburg

See & Do

The Most Impressive Landmarks in St Petersburg

Guides & Tips

What to Buy in St Petersburg

See & Do

The Most Beautiful Churches in St. Petersburg

Guides & Tips

A Guide to St Petersburg Palaces

Art

What You Need to Know About Watching Ballet in St Petersburg

Guides & Tips

Best Places to Buy Souvenirs in St Petersburg

See & Do

Top St Petersburg Museums Which Are Not Palaces

See & Do

The Best Things to Do in New Holland, St Petersburg

Handpicked Hotels

One of a kind places, handpicked by us - book hotels and places to stay here

Nevsky Forum Hotel, Sankt-Peterburg

Rating: 4.6 out of 5

SO Sofitel St. Petersburg, Sankt-Peterburg

Rating: 4.6 out of 5

Taleon Imperial Hotel, embankment river Moyka

Rating: 4.6 out of 5

Pushka Inn, Sankt-Peterburg

Rating: 4.8 out of 5

Alexander House Boutique Hotel, Sankt-Peterburg

Rating: 4.8 out of 5

Grand Hotel Emerald, Sankt-Peterburg

Rating: 4.6 out of 5

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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How to Travel to Finland from St Petersburg

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How to Travel From Moscow to St Petersburg

See & Do

The Best Museums in St. Petersburg

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How to Spend 48 Hours in 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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A Couple's Guide to St Petersburg, Russia

See & Do

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'

History

10 Moments That Defined St Petersburg

Art

9 Famous Artists Who Called St Petersburg Home

Music

10 Things You Didn't Know About Tchaikovsky

See & Do

19 Instagrams That Will Make You Fall in Love With St Petersburg

Guides & Tips

The Most Haunted Places in St Petersburg

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Interesting St Petersburg Facts You Should Know

Art

Manege: Remaking a Museum for Bold and Courageous Artists

Art

A Brief History of St Petersburg's China

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

The Grand Inquisitor: Dostoyevsky’s Radical Fiction

Music

Classical Songs That Will Remind Every Russian of Home

Film & TV

8 Films to Make You Fall in Love with St Petersburg

See & Do

Top St Petersburg Museums Which Are Not Palaces

Books

Taras Shevchenko and the Search for a Ukrainian Literary Identity

Neighborhoods in Saint Petersburg