Places to Visit in St. Petersburg

Sprawled across the banks of Neva River overlooking the Gulf of Finland, St. Petersburg mesmerises humankind with its never-ending White Nights, splendid art reservoirs, a rich history of Tsars and innumerable museums displaying it all in a grand fashion.

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Things To See & Do

Winter Palace

Winter Palace

Signifies Russian Imperial Supremacy
Sprawling far and wide between Palace Square and Embankment, this palatial building with its aesthetic combination of white, mint-green and gold used to be the official residence of the Tsars from 1732 to 1917.

3-4 hours

Suggested Time

The Grand Peterhof Palace

The Grand Peterhof Palace

UNESCO World Heritage Site
Located in Petergof, on the southern shore of the Gulf of Finland, this group of palaces and gardens commissioned by Peter I (ruler of the Russian Empire) along with the city centre, showcases the grandeur of architecture in Russia when it was a monarchy.

3-4 hours

Suggested Time

St. Isaac's Cathedral & Colonnade

St. Isaac's Cathedral & Colonnade

Architecture and History Galore!
Located at St Isaac's Square, the cathedral built between 1818 and 1858 by Auguste Montferrand (a French-born architect) used to be the city’s main church until it was converted into a museum in 1931.

2 hours

Suggested Time

State Hermitage Museum

State Hermitage Museum

One of World's Largest Art Museums
Located on the Neva River embankment, this museum was founded in the year 1764 to house a vast collection of paintings acquired by Catherine, the empress of Russia, from a Berlin merchant named Johann Ernst Gotzkowsky.

Half a day

Suggested Time

The Menshikov Palace

The Menshikov Palace

First Stone Building of St. Petersburg
Located on Universitetskaya Embankment of Neva River on Vasilyevsky Island, this magnificently-designed museum was the official residence of Alexander Menshikov, the first governor of the city and Peter the Great’s closest confidant.

3-4 hours

Suggested Time

Peter & Paul Fortress

Peter & Paul Fortress

The Original Citadel of the city
Located at Zayachy Island, this fortress founded by Peter I in 1703 and Bolshevik government’s prison and execution ground in the early 1920s houses a cathedral where the Romanovs lay buried.

Minimum 0.5 day

Suggested Time

Mikhailovsky Palace

Mikhailovsky Palace

Royal Magnificence and Glory!
A sprawling ducal palace originally planned as Grand Duke Michael Pavlovich’s residence and abandoned when the duke was killed, was later built and adorned with opulent décor and international artistic masterpieces by the emperor in 1825.

3-4 hours

Suggested Time

Marble Palace

Marble Palace

A part of the Russian Museum
Located at Millionnaya Street, between Palace Quay and the Field of Mars, and built between 1768 and 1785, this palace was presented as a gift to Count Grigory Orlov from Empress Catherine the Great.

1-2 hours

Suggested Time

Best Time To Visit St. Petersburg

Best season to visit is summer

  • JUN-SEP

    Peak Season

  • OCT-NOV

    Moderate Season

  • DEC-FEB

    Off-season

  • What To Expect:Pleasant warm days in June, humidity in July and early-August and increased rain showers around September.
  • Things You'll Love:White Nights (daylight even when its night time) revelry, Neva River cruise and walking tours.

FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

White Nights FestivalApril 21 to August 21

Festival of FestivalsJune 23-29

International Folklore FestivalNovember

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Best Places to Visit in St. Petersburg

Known for its International, St. Petersburg is a hugely popular tourist spot. Thronged by tourists mainly during June, July, August and September, St. Petersburg is a tourists delight. White Nights Festival, Festival of Festivals, and International Folklore Festival are some of the most popular festivals that happen during the month of (April 21 to August 21, June 23-29, and November consecutively.

While October and November are considered moderate season, December, January and February are considered off-seasons to visit the place. In peak season, i.e., in June, July, August and September you can expect pleasant warm days in June, humidity in July and early-August and increased rain showers around September, whilst in the moderate season you will experience frequent rain showers and snowfall in these months. In off-season the weather here is extremely cold snowy days and nights.

In St. Petersburg, tourists enjoy getting indulged in white Nights (daylight even when its night time) revelry, Neva River cruise and walking tours in the peak season, whereas in moderate season bar and restaurant hopping, as well as sightseeing uncrowded places are the frequently enjoyed activities. However, if you are travelling in off-season you can enjoy skiing, museum hopping, Christmas and New Year festivities, ice skating and discounted hotel deals.

In terms of things to do or places to visit in St. Petersburg, some of the most popular places that tourists visit are Winter Palace, The Grand Peterhof Palace, St. Isaac's Cathedral & Colonnade.


Tourist Places in Saint Petersburg

Winter Palace, The Grand Peterhof Palace, St. Isaac's Cathedral & Colonnade, Peter & Paul Fortress, Mikhailovsky Palace

Country

Russia

Best Time to Visit in Saint Petersburg

June to September

Things to Do in Saint Petersburg

Marble Palace, The Menshikov Palace, State Hermitage Museum, Cruise down the Canals, A Literary Tour of St. Petersburg

Places to visit in Saint Petersburg with Family

Russian Operas and Ballets at Mariinsky, Walking Tour of the Palaces, Spend a day at New Holland Island, A Relaxing Trip to a Banya, Ukrop Restaurant

FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions about St. Petersburg

What is the best time to visit St. Petersburg?

Ideally the best time to visit any place is considered when the weather conditions are delightful. For St. Petersburg, you can choose to go in June, July, August and September which is the peak season and October and November which is the moderate season. Both will serve you well to unwind from your tedious routine.

What are the best places to visit in St. Petersburg?

St. Petersburg has loads of places that you can visit on your vacation. Our recommendation of the best places to visit in St. Petersburg include - Winter Palace, The Grand Peterhof Palace, and St. Isaac's Cathedral & Colonnade. Apart from these, there are multiple other places to visit that you can explore if you are on a longer trip!

What are the top things to do in St. Petersburg?

St. Petersburg is an incredibly lively place and is popularly known for its topmost things to do like Winter Palace, The Grand Peterhof Palace, and St. Isaac's Cathedral & Colonnade. You will have a great time here, then why wait? Book your trip now!