Itinerary

1. Stop At: Nevsky Prospekt

   
   

   Timing is flexible and you can start the tour any time you prefer.  
   
   This tour can be customized to make it a unique experience for you. Your private local guide will meet you in the hotel lobby and discuss the tour itinerary with you at the beginning of the tour.  
   
   10am - Meet your guide in the hotel lobby.
   
   10.30am - The tour starts with visiting the most ancient and vibrant street of St Petersburg, Nevsky Prospect.It is also one of the widest and longest streets of the city, which is known as a central shopping street and the hub of the city's entertainment and nightlife.

   
   

2. Stop At: Kazan Cathedral

   
   

   11.00am - Then admire the exquisite architecture and luxury interior of Eliseev Emporium, immerse yourself in the historical atmosphere of the Kazan Cathedral, St Isaac’s Cathedral, the Winter Palace and Hermitage (from the outside).

   
   

3. Stop At: The State Museum [sensitive content]aac’s Cathedral

   
   

   Take in the views of St Isaac’s Cathedral

   
   

4. Pass By: The State Hermitage Museum

   
   

   Hear fun facts and stories from your guide about the Winter Palace and Hermitage (from the outside).

   
   

5. Stop At: Gostiny Dvor

   
   

   12.00pm - Stroll through the largest and oldest shopping center of St Petersburg, Gostiny Dvor, also known as Northern GUM.

   
   

6. Stop At: RIver Fontanka Embankment

   
   

   1.00pm - Break for Russian traditional lunch in the coziest cafe in town (optional, not included in tour)

   
   

7. Pass By: Anichkov Palace Saint Petersburg City Palace of Youth Creativity

   
   

   2.00pm - See two amazing parks, three legendary cathedrals, four embankments and many beautiful bridges and squares.Your guide will tell you interesting fun facts about the history of Russia and fascinating stories behind top attractions. 

   
   

8. Stop At: Guard Lions At The Admiralty Embankment

   
   

   Walk along Neva embankment to see: Palace Embankment, Griboedova Channel,  Admiralty Embankment.

   
   

9. Stop At: Moika Embankment

   
   

   See picturesque Moika Embankment and Lebyazhya Kanavka Embankment.

   
   

10. Pass By: Triumphal Arch of the General Staff Building

    
    

    Check from outside (and optionally see from inside some of the places): The Hermitage, Triumphal Arch.

    
    

11. Pass By: The General Staff Building

    
    

    See the buildings of Imperial Army General Staff and Royal Guards’ General Staff.

    
    

12. Pass By: Guard Lions At The Admiralty Embankment

    
    

    Snap pictures of the legendary Grand Lions, the Admiralty, the Admiralty Garden and the monumental Alexander column.

    
    

13. Pass By: New Michael Palace

    
    

    Explore Iron Horseman, Michael Palace, Catholic Church of St.Catherine.

    
    

14. Pass By: Marble Palace

    
    

    See from outside the Marble Palace, Saint-Petersburg State University of Culture and Arts.

    
    

15. Pass By: Laval House On The Angliyskaya Embankment

    
    

    3.00pm - Finish the tour at Moika Embankment or English Embankment that are left for dessert as one of the most scenic places in the city where you can take breathtaking shots of the surrounding views.Your guide can help you get a river boat ride, if you like.