![]() Around Isaakievskaya PloshchadThe imposing St Isaac’s Cathedral, standing not far from the shore of the... |
![]() Alexander and Necropolisand most important in St Petersburg. Although quite young by Russian monastic... |
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![]() Along Nevsky ProspektThe pulsating central artery of St Petersburg, Nevsky Prospekt could rival any... |
![]() Outside St PetersburgA truly exquisite estate with gorgeous gardens, fantastic fountains and... |
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![]() Palace Square and SurroundsThe first stop of many tourists to St Petersburg, it’s hard to imagine a... |
![]() Petrogradsky OstrovThe oldest wooden structure in St Petersburg and the oldest residential building... |
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![]() The Summer Gardens and SurroundsThe beautiful Summer Gardens make a superbly serene setting for a stroll.... |
![]() The Peter and Paul FortressThis is where it all began – the spot where Peter the Great started... |
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![]() The Vyborg SideRecently renovated and now endowed with singing fountains that leap into the air... |
![]() Vasilievsky SpitStanding on Vasilievsky Spit is one of the more classical architectural... |
Our St. Petersburg reviewers developed a special walking tour for Way to Russia readers that covers all the main city's sights as well as hidden gems....

one place outside of St Petersburg it should definitely be Peterhof. Founded by Peter the Great, construction of the estate began in earnest in 1714....

Ploshchad Lenina wasn’t so short on trees and vegetation it would be a truly delightful spot. But it’s the historical significance of the...