Saint Petersburg Travel Guide

Russia

A cityscape with a prominent bridge, a large domed building, and a tall spire.
A colorful cathedral with multiple domes and intricate architectural details.
A river with a historic building complex and boats.
A snow-covered architectural complex with multiple domes and towers, featuring intricate designs and blue and white color scheme.
A river with a bridge, a red building, and a golden-domed cathedral.

Popular cities in Saint Petersburg

St. Petersburg
St. Petersburg
Known for Castle, Cathedrals and Historical
St. Petersburg is a popular destination with travellers looking for a city break in Russia, and its coastal location makes it a great base if you’re travelling around the Baltics for your holiday. The country’s cultural epicentre, St. Petersburg, is known for its distinctive European flavour that blends with traditional Russian style.

Reasons to visit

  • State Hermitage Museum
  • Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood
  • Mariinsky Theatre
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Krasnoye Selo
Krasnoye Selo
Head to Palace of Ropsha and Pulkovo Observatory—just two of the sights around Krasnoye Selo.
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Sapernyy
Sapernyy
Head to Tsarskoye Selo State Museum-Preserve and Alexander Palace—just two of the sights around Sapernyy.
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Pontonny
Pontonny
Check out Tsarskoye Selo State Museum-Preserve and Alexander Palace—just a couple of the sights around Pontonny.
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