We will find ourselves in the very heart of the city. Without any rush, we will explore not just the streets, but also hidden corners full of charm. We will peek into a couple of beautiful "paradnayas" (stairwells in historic apartments), walk through photogenic locations (we'll help you find the best angle for photos), and talk about tenement houses. We will also examine and discuss cathedrals, palaces, and mansions, and ascend to a viewing platform!

What Awaits You

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  Millionnaya Street, also known as Bolshaya Nemetskaya. Here you will learn the history of the place—from the German Settlement to rows of palaces.

  
  


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  Stairwell №1. Turning off past the Moika River and Pushkin's apartment, we will find ourselves on Konyushennaya Street at the Sleztsov Mansion with its magnificent staircase.

  
  


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  Reaching the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood on the Griboyedov Canal, we will examine the incredible ensemble of Syuzor's projects combined with the city's most important cathedrals.

  
  


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  And what about Nevsky Prospect? Just a bit past the Kazan Bridge? The Basilica of St. Catherine. The only basilica in all of Russia!

  
  


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  Stairwell №2. Along the way, we will step into a genuine historic stairwell with stained-glass windows and navigate through the labyrinths of courtyard spaces.

  
  


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  Panorama of St. Petersburg. To conclude, from a rooftop with a view, you will enjoy the cityscapes.

  
  

What You Will Learn

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  Who lived in these stairwells and how, and why they still preserve the spirit of the time.

  
  


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  How ordinary courtyards differ from the ones we will show you.

  
  


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  What secrets the old mansions hide behind closed doors.

  
  


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  Which details on the streets of St. Petersburg tell more than any guidebook.

  
  


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  Our program will be enriched by themes of mysticism, Masonic symbolism, and secret societies that influenced Russia in the 18th–19th centuries.

  
  

Organizational Details

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  The majority of the tour takes place indoors: in a mansion, tenement houses, and the basilica.

  
  


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  Children are welcome, provided the child is prepared for a lot of walking. The program is most engaging for children over 12.

  
  


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  The ascent to the rooftop is by elevator. The rooftop is part of a hotel building; access is legal and safe.

  
  


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  The tour will be led by me or another guide from our team.

  
  

Meeting Point
The tour begins just a couple of minutes from the Nevsky Prospekt metro station. The exact meeting point will be provided after prepayment is made.

For tour bookings, please contact the hotel administrator.

The Hermitage is a museum you can return to again and again. But it's very important that your first encounter with it is not chaotic and exhausting, but structured and moderately intensive. This is the kind of journey through the art of different eras and countries that we offer you. Masterpieces by Raphael and Titian, Rembrandt and Rubens, masters of Antiquity and the Middle Ages—all in the company of an expert guide.

What Awaits You

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  We will begin with the Neva Enfilade of state rooms, where you will admire the Jordan Staircase and the luxurious interiors.

  
  


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  We then move to the Western European halls to get acquainted with the works of Renaissance masters such as Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, and Titian. You will examine their paintings and learn about the techniques they used.

  
  


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  In the Knights' Hall, you will not only see armor from different eras but also hear many interesting facts about the lives of knights.

  
  


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  Next, you will discover Dutch and Flemish painters—Rembrandt, Rubens, Frans Hals, and others. You will learn about the genre diversity of 17th-century Dutch and Flemish art and the creative work of these outstanding artists.

  
  


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  We will continue the tour in the halls of the New Hermitage, which houses over 4 million exhibits reflecting the history and culture of different peoples. You will view unique collections of art from Ancient Rus', medieval Europe, and beyond.

  
  

Organizational Details

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  Entrance tickets are included in the price.

  
  


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  To avoid queues, we purchase tickets in advance; therefore, if you cancel your booking, you will need to pay for the cost of the ticket.

  
  


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  Please note: The route may be adjusted based on the situation within the museum (including restrictions imposed by its staff), the preferences of other group members, and also due to the guide's individual presentation style.

  
  


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  The standard group size is 4 people. If there are more participants, we will need to split you into 2-3 subgroups (this is due to the museum's internal regulations). If you are booking the tour from different accounts but wish to be in the same group, please inform us in advance.

  
  


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  The tour will be led by one of the licensed guides from our team.

  
  


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  Upon request, the tour can be conducted in a foreign language.

  
  

Meeting Point
The tour starts near the Hermitage. The exact meeting point will be provided after prepayment is made.

For tour bookings, please contact the hotel administrator.

Tour to Peterhof with a Visit to the Grand Palace (Tickets Included)

Peterhof is one of those places that needs no introduction. We invite you to visit this museum-reserve with our professional guide, who will captivate both adults and children. You will admire the fountains of the Lower Park and uncover their secrets. You will explore the halls of the Grand Palace and be transported back to the time of the emperors. The cost includes tickets and transfer.

What Awaits You

The Peterhof Road
The journey itself will be interesting: our guide will tell you about the construction of the Obvodny Canal and the former industrial outskirts of the 19th century, about the events of Bloody Sunday, the Narva Gates, the Kirov Plant, and the former WWII front line. You will learn the history of the old Peterhof Road, and also see the Konstantinovsky Palace and the Peter and Paul Cathedral in Peterhof.

"More Beautiful than Versailles!" - A Tour of the Lower Park
Is it true that there are almost 200 working fountains in Peterhof, and is it possible to see them all? You will find out on the tour and understand the difference between a fountain and a cascade. You will learn why every imperial country residence had its own Hermitage. You will walk along the "Water Road," appreciate the trick fountains, and, of course, the magnificent Grand Cascade.

The Brilliant Interiors of the Grand Palace
Can there be too much gold? Empress Catherine II held a different opinion. In the Peterhof Palace, you will walk through an enfilade of state halls and private quarters, admiring the lavish wall decor, painted ceiling murals, furniture, chandeliers, and sculptures. The guide will tell you about the stages of the palace's construction, the court architects, and the features of architectural styles from different eras. About the emperors who visited this palace and their tastes. Another topic will be the palace's post-revolutionary life and post-war restoration.

Itinerary

— Meeting with the guide on Arts Square (center of St. Petersburg)
— Trip to Peterhof with a guided tour en route
— Tour of the Lower Park with its fountains
— Tour of the Grand Palace
— Return to the city

Organizational Details

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  Entrance tickets to the Lower Park and the Peterhof Palace are included in the price.

  
  


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  To avoid queues, we purchase tickets in advance; therefore, if you cancel your booking, you will need to pay for the cost of the ticket.

  
  

How the Tour is Conducted

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  The tour is conducted on a comfortable bus.

  
  


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  If you are traveling with children under 7 years old, please inform us. According to traffic rules (clause 22.9), children under 7 must travel in cars and trucks only using child restraint systems.

  
  


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  The tour of the park will be conducted by a guide from our team.

  
  


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  The tour of the Grand Palace and the Fountain Park is conducted by an official Peterhof guide in a group of up to 30 people, according to the museum's rules.

  
  


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  Important: On dates of peak load and maximum museum capacity, the organizer may replace the visit to the Grand Palace with a visit to a smaller palace (Monplaisir, the Hermitage, Marly) to avoid queues and ensure the most comfortable tour experience.

  
  


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  You can bring a snack with you; there are also many cafes in the park.

  
  

Meeting Point
The tour starts on Arts Square. The exact meeting point will be provided after prepayment is made.

For tour bookings, please contact the hotel administrator.

Tsarskoye Selo with its blooming park and luxurious palace is a portal to the golden age of Catherine II. With us, your journey here will be engaging, thanks to a professional guide who will captivate both adults and children. You will explore the state halls and architectural details of the Catherine Palace, stroll along the avenues, and learn how the empresses lived.

What Awaits You

On the way from St. Petersburg to the town of Pushkin, our guide will tell you about these places and prepare you for the encounter with the favorite residence of three empresses — Catherine I, Elizabeth Petrovna, and Catherine II.

The Catherine Palace, Inside and Out. In 1.5 hours, you will admire the splendor of the facades and find out if they were ever covered in gold. You will marvel at the mirrored wonder of the Great Hall and count its candles, walk through the Golden Enfilade and the royal private quarters. Special attention will be paid to the Amber Room, with its secrets and the history of its painstaking restoration.

Catherine Park and the Life of the Monarchs. A walk through the formal park will lead you to the Admiralty, where no ships were built, the Bathhouse, where no one washed, and the Pyramid without any mummies. During the tour, the daily life and festivities of Empress Catherine will be a separate theme: you will discover what time she woke up, what coffee she preferred, how many dresses she changed during a single ball, where she discussed philosophy with her grandchildren, where she merrily rode down a slide, and where she shed tears for her pets.

Itinerary

— Meeting with the guide on Arts Square (center of St. Petersburg)
— Trip to Pushkin with a guided tour en route
— Tour of the Catherine Palace
— Walk in the park, free time
— Return to the city

Organizational Details

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  Entrance tickets to the Catherine Palace and Park are included in the price.

  
  


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  To avoid queues, we purchase tickets in advance; therefore, if you cancel your booking, you will need to pay for the cost of the ticket.

  
  


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  The tour is conducted in a comfortable minivan.

  
  


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  The tour en route is conducted by a guide from our team; the on-site tour is conducted by an official Tsarskoye Selo guide.

  
  


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  If you are traveling with children under 7 years old, please inform us. According to traffic rules (clause 22.9), children under 7 must travel in cars and trucks only using child restraint systems.

  
  

Meeting Point
The tour starts on Arts Square. The exact meeting point will be provided after prepayment is made

For tour bookings, please contact the hotel administrator.