Mikhaylovsky Palace
Russian Museum
Nevskiy 46
Gostiny Dvor
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Historical Wonders & Cultural Marvels: A Tour Through Sankt-Peterburg

Ryan Multilingual

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Ryan Multilingual

Welcome to Sankt-Peterburg! On this GPS guided audio tour, we will visit 15 stops on a route of 3.90km. This tour focusses mainly on general tourism.

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2 hours

Walking Time

3.90 km

Distance

15

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Mikhaylovsky Palace
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Mikhaylovsky Palace

A grand ducal palace in Saint Petersburg, Russia, featuring Empire style neoclassicism, now housing the main building of the Russian Museum and displaying collections of early, folk, eighteenth, and nineteenth century art.

Russian Museum
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Russian Museum

Russian Museum: A renowned art museum showcasing Russian fine art from the 10th century to the 21st century, covering various genres, including old Russian icon painting and contemporary art.

Nevskiy 46
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Nevskiy 46

A historic bank founded in 1866, the Moscow Merchant Bank was a major financial institution in the Russian Empire, financing textile enterprises and holding significant assets until its absorption into the State Bank in 1917.

Gostiny Dvor
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Gostiny Dvor

Great Gostiny Dvor
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Great Gostiny Dvor

A vast department store and one of the first shopping arcades in the world, featuring over 100 shops across 53,000 square meters.Constructed over 28 years, the complex underwent significant changes in design and expansions throughout the centuries.

Nevsky Prospekt
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Nevsky Prospekt

Saint Petersburg City Duma
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Saint Petersburg City Duma

A Neoclassical and Neo-Renaissance town hall, the Saint Petersburg City Duma was established in 1785 and features a distinctive Italianate tower, hosting high-profile events and serving as the city's governing body until 1918.

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Kazan Cathedral
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Kazan Cathedral

A stunning cathedral of the Russian Orthodox Church, the Kazan Cathedral is dedicated to Our Lady of Kazan, one of Russia's most venerated icons, featuring ornate columns, sculptures, and icons created by renowned Russian artists.

Stroganov Palace
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Stroganov Palace

A Late Baroque palace built in 1753-1754, designed by Bartolomeo Rastrelli for Baron Sergei Grigoriyevich Stroganov, featuring ornate facades and interior remodelings by Andrei Voronikhin.

General Staff Building
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General Staff Building

A monumental Neoclassical building with a 580m long bow-shaped facade, designed by Carlo Rossi in the Empire style, and built in 1819-1829. It features a tripartite triumphal arch commemorating Russia's victory over Napoleonic France in the Patriotic War of 1812.

Historic Centre of Saint Petersburg and Related Groups of Monuments
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Historic Centre of Saint Petersburg and Related Groups of Monuments

A collection of 126 landmarks, including the historic centre of St. Petersburg, Kronstadt, and various forts, palaces, parks, and canals, recognized for its unique architecture blending Baroque, Neoclassical, and traditional Russian-Byzantine styles.

Palace Square
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Palace Square

A historic architectural ensemble, Palace Square is St Petersburg's central city square, connecting Nevsky Prospekt with Palace Bridge, hosting many significant events, and featuring iconic buildings, including the Winter Palace and the Alexander Column.

Building of the General Staff - clock
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Building of the General Staff - clock

A digital clock installed in 1905 on the General Staff building with a two-meter round double-sided dial, featuring the inscription "The Main Chamber of the World and Towers. Exact time".

Alexander Column
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Alexander Column

A victory column named in honor of Emperor Alexander I of Russia, commemorating the Russian victory over Napoleon's France in the Patriotic War of 1812.

Church of the Savior on Blood
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Church of the Savior on Blood

A Eastern Orthodox church building constructed between 1883 and 1907 as a memorial to Alexander II, who was assassinated nearby.

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  • โœ“GPS-guided navigation
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Why Choose This Tour

Expert Local Guide

Narrated by Jenny Multilingual, specializing in general tourism

Flexible Timing

Take the tour at your own pace, any time of day