Question 1

What are the best places to visit in Saint Petersburg?

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1. The State Hermitage Museum: The State Hermitage Museum is one of the most popular and famous museums for the arts in St. Petersburg. In fact, it is the second-largest art museum in the world.The museum was established by Empress Catherine the Great in 1764 with her personal art items. It houses over 2.7 million pieces of art and is also home to a few very famous art pieces that you can check out when visiting the museum.Location: 2, Dvortsovaya Ploschad (Palace Square), St Petersburg, Russia, 190000.Timing: Monday to Sunday (10:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.).Entry Fees: 600 RUB (INR 615).2. Church of the Saviour: The Church of the Saviour is a spectacular structure built in the architectural style of the 16th and 17th Century churches.  The most striking feature of this church is its pink marbled floor and the intricate mosaics that adorn the interiors.This church is dedicated to Alexander II and was built following his assassination in 1881. The majestic domes along with the colourful history of the church make it one of the prime attractions in St. Petersburg.Location: Griboedova Kanala Emb., 2B/A, St. Petersburg, Russia, 191186.Timing: Monday to Sunday (10:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.).Entry Fees: RUB 781 (INR 800) per person.3. Grand Peterhof Palace: The Grand Peterhof Palace was designed and built for Peter the Great. This famous park holds more than 80 original marble statues and exquisite sculptures and also includes the Summer Palace of Peter.This two-storeyed building presently exhibits almost all the belongings and artefacts of the ruler which gives visitors a fascinating insight into the life of Peter the Great and the colourful cultural history of Russia.Location: Razvodna Street., 2, Peterhof, Street. Petersburg, Russia, 19851.Timing: Sunday (9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.), Tuesday to Friday (9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.), Saturday (9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.).Entry Fees: RUB 2610 (INR 2, 676) per adult.4. Catherine Palace and Park: A trip to St. Petersburg is incomplete without a tour of the beautiful Catherine Palace and Park. The palace houses some of the most exquisite 18th Century paintings and magnificently ornate rooms.This massive gold and white palace is spread over 1,400 acres of land that is replete with spectacular fountains, bridges, the Great Pond and the Agate Pavilion bathhouse. The famous Amber Room which was stolen by the Nazi soldiers in WWII has been restored and reconstructed by the Russian craftsmen according to its original design and is one of the biggest highlights of the property.Location: Sadovaya Street, 7 Tsarskoye Selo, Pushkin, St. Petersburg, Russia 196601.Timing: Monday to Sunday (10:00 am - 6:00 p.m.).Entry Fees: RUB 9,324 (INR 9,557).5. Tsarskoye Selo State Museum-Preserve: The Tsarskoye Selo State Museum-Preserve is an architectural marvel representative of the early 18th century to 20th-century style.There is a spectacular park and an exclusively curated garden that tells the story of the daily lives of the last of the famous Romanov rulers - Nicholas II and Alexandra Fyodorovna.Location: 7, Pushkin, St. Petersburg, Russia, 196601.Entry Fees: RUB 9,140 (INR 9,217).6. The Naval Cathedral of Saint Nicholas in Kronstadt: Built between 1903 and 1913, this Russian Orthodox Cathedral is the most important church for the Russian navy and it is dedicated to the fallen seamen. The sheer beauty of the late Neo-Byzantine architecture is the main drawing point of this church.Location: Yakornaya Ploshchad, 1, St Petersburg, Russia, 197762.Timing: Saturday to Thursday (9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.).7. Faberge Museum: Founded by Viktor Vekselberg and established in 2013, the Faberge Museum at St. Petersburg preserves, studies and promotes Russia’s rich cultural heritage and also develops the extensive network of museums of the city.One of the most precious artefacts displayed in this museum is the famous works by Carl Faberge. The historically famous and exquisite work of art of the Imperial Easter Eggs is a delight for art lovers to behold. The museum also preserves the priceless applied works of the Russian Masters of late 19th and early 20th Centuries.Location: 21, Fontanka River Embankment, St. Petersburg, Russia.Timing: Monday to Sunday (10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.).Entry Fees: RUB 600 (INR 615) for a guided tour and RUB 450 (INR 440) for unguided individuals.8. Alexander Park: Alexander Park is one of the first public parks in St. Petersburg, located on the island of Petrogradsky. This magnificently curated park is famous for the bronze sculpture of “The Architects” by Alexander Taratynov that was installed in 2011. A large portion of this beautiful crescent-shaped park is occupied by the Leningrad Zoo. The natural beauty and tranquillity are some of the best features of this park.Location: Dvortsovaya Street, 2 Tsarskoe Selo, Pushkin, St. Petersburg, Russia, 196601.

Question 2

What are the famous things to do in Saint Petersburg?

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1. Explore the city via Canal Tours: One of the most unique things you can do in St. Petersburg is exploring the city via the many canal tours that are conducted here. There are more than 800 bridges that have been built over these canals. They cover a total distance of 300 km and you can enjoy voyaging through these waterways with your loved ones.Location: St. Petersburg, Russia.Price: RUB 700 (INR 705) per person.2. Go on an art tour: St. Petersburg is a city that is teeming with art and art history, all of which has been well-preserved in beautiful museums that you can explore. Some of the places that you must visit include The State Russian Museum and the State Hermitage Museum. You can book specialized tours that take you through the highlights of these places and show you some of the rarest pieces of art in the world.Location: St. Petersburg, Russia.Price: Tours starting from RUB 200 (INR 202).3. Watch an opera performance at Mariinsky Theatre: Russian theatre, ballet and opera performances are renowned all over the world and when you are in a cultural city like St Petersburg, you can’t miss performances by some of the most famous artists in the world. The opera is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that you can’t miss since it is a very important part of Russian culture.Location: Theatre Square, 1, St Petersburg, Russia, 190000.Price: Ticket prices starting from RUB 10,000 (INR 10,069).4. Check out the cathedrals and churches of St Petersburg: The city of St. Petersburg is defined by the stunning buildings, monuments and architecture that can be found in every corner of the city.The greatest specimen of these architectural marvels is the city’s churches and cathedrals. Some of the churches that you definitely must check out are Orthodox Cathedral, The Church of the Saviour on Spilled Blood, Kazan Cathedral, Trinity Cathedral, Trinity Cathedral, etc.Location: St. Petersburg, Russia.Price: Most churches let you enter for free.5. Ride on one of the oldest subway networks in the world: The subway network in St Petersburg is one of the oldest in the world. The stations look like they could be palaces themselves, with intricate murals on the walls, marble pillars, tiled stations and other architectural elements that will leave you stunned. Riding on a train from one of these stations is an experience that should definitely be a part of your itinerary.Location: St. Petersburg, Russia.Price: RUB 45 (INR 45) per ticket approximately.6. Go on a food tour: St Petersburg is not only the cultural capital of Russia but also one of the best places to try the local Russian cuisine. Apart from a number of wonderful high-end restaurants with canal-view seating, you can also relax and unwind in a number of quaint cafes that serve special Russian coffee and snacks. There are also street vendors selling local delicacies such as pyshkas, which are unique Russian doughnuts.Location: St Petersburg.Price: RUB 130 (INR 131).7. Unwind at a local banya (bathing house): Russian bathhouses are another interesting aspect of Russian culture that you can experience when you are in St. Petersburg. It is a unique spa experience where you can get specialized massages from professionals.While bathhouses were frequented by the people of the city for several years before houses got their own bathrooms, the tradition of beautifully decorated bathing spaces have been adequately preserved, offering services such as eucalyptus massages, birch tree massage, steam rooms, etc.Location: St. Petersburg, Russia.Price: Starting at RUB 300 (INR 302).

Question 3

What are the romantic things to do in Saint Petersburg?

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1. Take a walking tour of St Petersburg: St Petersburg is one of the most beautiful cities to explore on foot. Exploring the canals, the many churches, cathedrals, markets, cafes and palaces is a romantic experience that you can enjoy with your partner when you are in the city.2. Canal cruise: The city is defined by its artificial canals that are picturesque and romantic. One of the romantic activities you can enjoy in these waters is going on a cruise, which is a beautiful way to explore the city and take in the sights.3. Sign up for a spa session: A special couple’s spa in the local banya or bathing houses is a romantic experience that can be quite memorable. They even have special massages with birch trees and eucalyptus which is unique to Russia and its traditional bathing houses.4. Tour the rooftops of St Petersburg: A panoramic view of the city from one of the towering rooftops during sunset is possibly one of the most romantic memories you can come away with from your holiday. The minarets, towers and canals make for a beautiful aerial view.5. Watch drawbridges close at night: St Petersburg is a city with over 800 old and new bridges that often open and close from the middle to let steamers and boats pass from under them on the canals. Watching these bridges close after sundown is an incredibly romantic activity you can enjoy with your partner when you are here.

Question 4

How to reach Saint Petersburg?

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- By Air: Pulkovo airport is the main international airport of Saint Petersburg and is well connected to many countries. The airport handles numerous flights every day through many famous airlines like Air France, Oman  Air, Air India and many other international aeroplane servers.- By Road: The city is connected to other parts of the country through numerous highways and roads. Daily ply of buses and hired can be found here, making it easy for you to reach Saint Petersburg.There are quite a few international airlines operating from the major International airports in India like Aeroflot, Lufthansa, Air France, Uzbekistan Airlines, Finnair operate between India and St Petersburg. You can book your ticket from places such as Delhi and Mumbai.

Question 5

What is the best time to visit Saint Petersburg?

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The best time to visit St. Petersburg is between mid-June to September, which consists of the summer and early fall season. You can avoid the biting cold of the winter season when you visit during this time. The weather is cool and pleasant during the day and chilly during the night.

Question 6

What is Saint Petersburg famous for?

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Founded by Tsar Peter, St. Petersburg is known as the mecca of culture in the world. This city boasts of some of the finest conglomerations of theatres, art galleries, architectural monuments, world-famous museums, educational and cultural institutions. Due to its ancient heritage and historical value, the centre of the city is protected by UNESCO.

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