Things To See & Do
Winter Palace
Signifies Russian Imperial Supremacy
3-4 hours
Suggested Time
The Grand Peterhof Palace
UNESCO World Heritage Site
3-4 hours
Suggested Time
St. Isaac's Cathedral & Colonnade
Architecture and History Galore!
2 hours
Suggested Time
State Hermitage Museum
One of World's Largest Art Museums
Half a day
Suggested Time
The Menshikov Palace
First Stone Building of St. Petersburg
3-4 hours
Suggested Time
Peter & Paul Fortress
The Original Citadel of the city
Minimum 0.5 day
Suggested Time
Mikhailovsky Palace
Royal Magnificence and Glory!
3-4 hours
Suggested Time
Marble Palace
A part of the Russian Museum
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
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11h 20m . One way
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10h 55m . One way
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St.Petersburg - Russia's Glory and Magnanimity
St. Petersburg reflects magnificence, grandeur, fashion and style in its true sense. Panned across River Neva, this is a beautiful place that enthralls the tourists and residents alike with a rich history, culture, and beauty. This city is known for its white nights, meaning daylight even during the night.
Heading to St. Petersburg
If you are planning a vacation, the best time to go St. Petersburg is the peak season from June to September. You will have pleasant weather to explore the city. You can also plan a trip during October and November if you want to witness snowfall and rain showers here.
St. Petersburg Places to Visit
There are plenty of things to do in St. Petersburg and places to see when you are here. Below are a few of them:
State Hermitage Museum
It is one of the most famous art and culture museums in Russia and holds one of the largest collections of paintings from all across the world.
Peterhof Palace
It is a series of palaces and gardens that was created as a direct response to the Palace of Versailles. It was commissioned by Peter the Great, and it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Catherine Palace
Reflecting royalty, this was the summer residence of the Tsars of Russia. The beautiful architecture, build and grandeur has made it a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood
This is a Russian Orthodox Church and is one of the major attractions in the town. The church was built on the site where Alexander II was assassinated in March 1881, in his honour, and that is why it is named Spilled Blood.
How to Reach St. Petersburg?
You can travel through various modes as per your convenience. St. Petersburg has its own airport. So you can fly directly and reach. You can also come to other towns of Russia, like Moscow and use the rail and road services to reach St. Petersburg. It is better to check for direct flights from your country and book accordingly.
Nearby Cities in St. Petersburg
- Moscow (705 km via M-11)
- Bugry (23 km via ??. ????????????)
- Helsinki (390 km via A-181 and E18)
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Winter Palace, The Grand Peterhof Palace, Mikhailovsky Palace, State Hermitage Museum, St. Isaac's Cathedral & Colonnade | |
Best Time to Visit in St. Petersburg | June to September |
Restaurants in St. Petersburg | Ukrop Restaurant, Art Caf Kommunalka, Palkin Restaurant, Zoom Cafe, L'Europe Restaurant |
St. Petersburg is famous for | Heritage, Memorable Experiences, International, Food & Culture |
FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions about St. Petersburg
What are the things that you should not miss out on when you are in St. Petersburg?
If you are a true traveller, you should definitely not miss out on Signifies Russian Imperial Supremacy, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Architecture and History Galore! when you are in St. Petersburg to make a funfilled vacay.
What are the activities you can explore during the peak season and moderate season in St. Petersburg?
In the peak season months June, July, August and September you will experience pleasant warm days in June, humidity in July and early-August and increased rain showers around September wherein around moderate season i.e. October and November you will enjoy frequent rain showers and snowfall in these months. Whatever that suits your calendar, St. Petersburg awaits you for a good time.
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.