Political Tour in St Petersburg with Museum of Political History
Highlights
Saint Petersburg
Private Tour
3 Hours
MODERATE
English
Description
Saint Petersburg has always been a city where great things happened.Here emperors used to decide how to rule the huge country or how to win their wars.Many historical episodes and well-known dates refer to this place.Dive deep in a mysterious but beautiful history of Saint Petersburg.Your guide will meet you in your hotel lobby to start your walking tour at once.
• Get your history fix on this political tour of Saint Petersburg
• Be free to ask your professional native guide any questions
• Discover new facts and stories at the Museum of Political History
• Travers centuries of history and feel the magic of the days long gone
Itinerary
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Get your tour started at the Museum of Political History and immerse yourself in past centuries.It is one of the most famous museums of Russia and the first museum with political life evidence of Russia starting from the 18th century.It has data and exhibits of every important event of Russian policy, which makes it a necessary and very interesting stop of our political journey.
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Visit this 1900 protected cruiser called Aurora, preserved now as a museum ship.She has a great and proud history, having participated in a war against Japan, in the Great October Revolution, and both World Wars.The museum was created to honor everyone who took part in her history and that people could discover more facts about the cruiser.
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Peter I house is unique at least because it is the first building in Saint Petersburg.In the last century, it became a museum, where everyone can see Peter’s belongings and learn more information about the great emperor.
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Solovetsky Stone is the memorial of the Soviet Union’s political repressions casualties and freedom fighters.
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Troitsky Bridge is a Cultural heritage site.It is a famous drawbridge constructed between 1[sensitive content] with memorial plaques for the emperor's marriage and builders who took part in the building of one of the most famous bridges.Enjoy the breathtaking views of the city and the Neva River from the structure!
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Marvel at the fascinating Marble Palace, which is not only a historical landmark but an architectural gem as well.It is famous for its luxurious interior and grandiose exterior.Now the museum exhibits modern and historical art and tells about politics and history of Saint Petersburg and Russia in general.
Learn some interesting facts and details about the most significant episodes from your guide.
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The last, but not the least stop is the Field of Mars.It is a square with memorials for people who died in the Yaroslavl uprising and Petrograd defense.This beautiful place lets you not only admire the architecture you see but get close and personal with the history of Saint Petersburg.
Finish your captivating political and history journey at the Field of Mars, or else your private guide can take you back to your hotel.You can discuss all the details with your guide in advance.
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Please Note
Your guide will meet you at your centrally-located hotel, hostel or vacation rental
You don't need to call to confirm the tour.The local supplier will contact you via email
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.