Saint Petersburg, Russia travel guide

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Saint Petersburg

Saint Petersburg

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Things to Do

Discover what makes this city so unique

Guides & Tips

What to Buy in St Petersburg

See & Do

The 10 Best Things to Do in St Petersburg

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The Most Beautiful Churches in St. Petersburg

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The Most Impressive Landmarks in St Petersburg

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A Brief History of Saint Petersburg’s Scarlet Sails Festival

Guides & Tips

A Guide to St Petersburg Palaces

Art

What You Need to Know About Watching Ballet in St Petersburg

Books

A Literary Tour of St. Petersburg

See & Do

An Alternative Guide to St Petersburg, Russia

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

How to Travel From Moscow to St Petersburg

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The Best Museums in St. Petersburg

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How to Spend 48 Hours in St Petersburg

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How to Travel to Finland from St Petersburg

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8 Reasons Why You Should Visit St Petersburg Over Moscow

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?

See & Do

The Coolest Neighbourhoods in 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

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'

Guides & Tips

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

Art

9 Famous Artists Who Called St Petersburg Home

History

10 Moments That Defined St Petersburg

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The Most Beautiful Metro Stations in St Petersburg

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

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Interesting St Petersburg Facts You Should Know

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The Most Haunted Places in St Petersburg

Art

The Most Beautiful Sculptures and Monuments in St Petersburg

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

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

Food & Drink

7 Traditional Dishes You Must Try in St Petersburg

Books

Taras Shevchenko and the Search for a Ukrainian Literary Identity

Restaurants

The Best Places to Try Authentic Russian Cuisine in St Petersburg

Neighborhoods in Saint Petersburg