Duration: 3 hours
Route:
Mikhailovsky Castle -> Chizhik Pizhik -> Anichkov Bridge -> Nikolsky Cathedral -> Mariinsky Theatre -> New Holland -> Yusupovsky Palace -> Isaakievsky Cathedral -> Winter Canal -> Winter Palace -> The Bronze Horseman -> Spit of Vasilyevsky Island > Petrovsky stadium -> Zhdanovka river -> Central Yacht club -> Zenit arena stadium -> Gulf of Finland -> Lakhta centre -> Imperial yacht club -> Central Ring Road -> Elagin palace -> TV tower -> Aurora cruiser -> Peter & Paul Fortress -> Summer garden
This fascinating journey through St. Petersburg's historic sites starts on the Neva River, proceeds to the Fontanka River, follows the Moyka Canal past the Griboyedov Canal, goes out into the Winter Canal and returns to the Neva River.
Little bronze Sneezyk Pigeon makes tourists’ wishes come true. They say that if the dreams are real, they will definitely come true.
This is the smallest monument of St. Petersburg, its height is 11 cm and its weight is only 5 kg.
Throughout its history, the monument has been stolen seven times, but it has always been found or rebuilt.
A bridge across the Fontanka on Nevsky avenue, connecting two islands. It has four sculptures of horse tamers on it. Today Anichkov bridge is nearly 55 meters long and 37.9 meters wide and consists of three spans. It is one of the most beautiful and recognizable bridges in the Northern Capital.
The route will take you along the Kryukov Canal, where, on both sides, you will see the old and new stages of the Mariinsky Theatre. It is also called the ‘soul of St. Petersburg’.
It’s one of the premier music theatres in Russia, and around the world. The famous Mariinsky theatre played a main role in the emergence of the domestic school of ballet and opera, which has become a global trendsetter.
The park, located on an island, is considered one of the best in St. Petersburg. A man-made island in the center of the city, flanked by the Moyka River, the Kryukov and the Admiralty Canal. The park is decorated with green lawns, beautiful fences and lanterns. There are many shops, restaurants, tennis alleys, and a beautiful children’s playground.
The total area is almost 8 hectares,
It is a monument of industrial architecture.
Yusupovsky Palace on the embankment of the Moika River in St. Petersburg is the residence of five generations of the rich and noble Prince Yusupov dynasty. It is a unique architectural ensemble of the turn of the XVIII-XX centuries, a monument of history and culture of federal importance. It is often referred to as an encyclopedia of St. Petersburg aristocratic interiors.
It is the largest orthodox temple in St. Petersburg, a masterpiece of world architecture and one of the most beautiful buildings in the world.
It is now possible for tourists to climb the colonnade of the cathedral. From here, from a height of 43 meters, one can see the panorama of the city.
It is located on St. Isaac’s Square. Since 1928 it has the status of a museum. It is an object of cultural heritage of Russia.
This is the name of the canal who connect the Moyka River and the Neva River. It was created near the Winter Palace in 1719. It was dug so close to Peter I’s winter residence that he could got into the boat from doorstep.
The construction of the canal is very exceptional: a large arch is throwing across the Winter Canal, it connecte two buildings: the Hermitage Theatre and the Old Hermitage. And in 1782-1784 the embankments of the Winter Canal were closed in the traditional city granite and decorated with austere grating.
Great and handsome, the Winter Palace was built in 1754-1762, by order of Empress Elizabeth. The architect was Francesco Bartolomeo Rastrelli.
It is the largest state museum in St. Petersburg, which is located in the center of the city, on Palace Square. The beauty and grandeur of the Hermitage leaves no one indifferent. The museum have got a collection of over three million works of art and world culture monuments.
This is the most famous monument of Peter I, which is the visit card of Saint Petersburg. It is located on the Senate Square.
The emperor sits confidently on a rampant horse covered with a bear fur. The horse means a violent people, who have submitted to the Peter I. A huge snake lies under the horse’s hooves, symbolizing the opponents of reform, while the figure of Peter symbolizing the strength and steadfastness of himself.
By order of Empress Catherine II, the message was written on the stone in two languages: Russian and Latin: «To Peter I Catherine II of the summer of 1782.
The Spit of Vasilevskiy Island in Saint Petersburg is one of the most beautiful ensembles of the Northern capital. From here begins two embankments diverge – Universitetskaya embankment and Makarova embankment. This is the one of favorite places St. Petersburg’s residents and guests.
The Rostral Columns (each 32 meters high) and the building of the Stock Exchange are center of the architectural composition.
This is a little cape who located in the south-eastern part of Vasilevskiy Island, surrounded by the Big Neva River and the Small Neva River.
Peter and Paul Fortress. Peter and Paul Cathedral.
This is one of the oldest monument in St. Petersburg. May 27, 1703 — both a day of its founding and the founding day of the whole city. The imperator together with the French engineer, Lambert de Guerin, have designed the plan of the citadel.
Soon they start constructing the cathedral. Later it became the tomb for several Russian imperators. This building was designed by Domenico Andrea Trezzini. In the early 30s of the 18th century, the construction was finished.
There is a rising flag above the cathedral early every morning. This tradition was stopped only in the beginning of 20th century. Later in 90s it was renewed, but it was decided not to let down the flag anymore. Since that time you can always see it on the post above the cathedral.
It is located in one of the most prestigious areas of the city, on the Krestovsky Island.
It has its own parking for 200 ships, restaurant “LE CRISTAL” and yacht school. You can enjoy beautiful yachts and parks from both sides.
The football stadium which is located on the Krestovsky Island is one of the most high-tech sport buildings of the world. It is a unique complex, during its construction the most modern technologies were used. Such technologies consider qualities of our climate zone.
The stadium has the highest category “A” (according to international qualification “Elites”). The newest development are technologies of pullout roof and field in the north climate.
Also it is one of the newest and the most beautiful building of St. Petersburg.
The Gulf of Finland is one of the most spectacular and beautiful places in Russia.
A big amount of people, who visit St. Petersburg, want to rest on one of the beaches of this gulf or at least visit the cities which are located along the seafront of the Gulf of Finland.
The route of our trip goes through the exit of the Gulf of Finland where you can enjoy land monuments of the city.
It is a lighthouse which meets all visitors of the city from the Gulf of Finland. You can enjoy the view of this modern building on the sunset.
Yelagin, is the northernmost island at the mouth of the Neva River, flow around the Big and Medium Nevka Rivers. There is a park, known to all Peterburg citizens, which is a unique natural object: an oasis, consisting of a variety of plants, animals and birds. It is called the Kirov Central Park of Culture and Recreation.
In 2012, the Kirov Central Park of Culture and Leisure (Yelagin Island) received the status of a Specially Protected Natural Area.
The Aurora is a Russian armored deck cruiser of the first rank. Today, one of the most famous historical monuments of St. Petersburg. The cruiser received her baptism of fire in 1905, during the Battle of Tsushima.
It became world famous due to the fact that it signalled the beginning of the October revolution of 1917 with a blank shot. During the Great Patriotic War the ship took part in the defence of Leningrad. After the war it continued to serve as a training ship and museum, mooring on the Neva River in St Petersburg. It is located near the Petrogradskaya embankment.
During this time the Aurora became a symbol ship of the Russian Navy and is now an object of cultural heritage of Russia.
The drawbridge over the Neva is the third oldest, the second most important and one of the most beautiful bridges in the world!
Its massive construction, rich decorations and magnificent spans are unforgettable by day, but at night in the evening light of illumination and lanterns its view is transformed — bright warm lights, reflected in the Neva, are a stunning spectacle.
Troitsky Bridge is a cultural heritage site in Russia.
Peter and Paul Fortress. Peter and Paul Cathedral.
This is one of the oldest monument in St. Petersburg. May 27, 1703 — both a day of its founding and the founding day of the whole city. The imperator together with the French engineer, Lambert de Guerin, have designed the plan of the citadel.
Soon they start constructing the cathedral. Later it became the tomb for several Russian imperators. This building was designed by Domenico Andrea Trezzini. In the early 30s of the 18th century, the construction was finished.
There is a rising flag above the cathedral early every morning. This tradition was stopped only in the beginning of 20th century. Later in 90s it was renewed, but it was decided not to let down the flag anymore. Since that time you can always see it on the post above the cathedral.
The Summer Garden is one of the most popular places for visitors to the northern capital.
The oldest park in the city, founded at the beginning of the 18th century near Petrine’s Summer Palace in the regular style with a well-defined layout.
The creator of the garden was Emperor Peter the Great himself, and the chief designer was Ivan Ugryumov.
Today, the collection of the garden has 92 exhibits and 8 fountains.
The park is included in the European Garden Heritage Association.
