- Must visit
State Hermitage Museum
One of the world's greatest art museums, housed in the Winter Palace and renowned for vast collections from antiquity to modern art.
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7:30 PM16h30Helsinki12:00 PMSaint-Petersburg$641One-way3 transfers- 10:30 AM11h30Helsinki10:00 PMSaint-Petersburg$671One-way2 transfers
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Things to do in Saint Petersburg
Discover the best of Saint Petersburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Saint Petersburg trip today.
- Must visit
Russian Museum
The premier museum of Russian fine art, spanning medieval icons to avant-garde masterpieces across several historic buildings.
- Recommended
Fabergé Museum
A richly curated museum in Shuvalov Palace, famous for its Imperial Easter eggs and decorative arts collection.
- Must visit
Nevsky Prospekt
The city's main avenue, lined with historic buildings, shops, churches, and classic urban scenes.
- Must visit
Palace Square
The ceremonial heart of Saint Petersburg, framed by the Winter Palace and General Staff Building.
- Recommended
Vasilyevsky Island Spit
A classic riverside viewpoint with Rostral Columns and broad panoramas over the Neva and historic center.
- Vegetarian
Pyshechki
Classic Saint Petersburg ring doughnuts, fried and dusted with powdered sugar, traditionally eaten hot with coffee. They are one of the city’s most iconic everyday treats.
Leningradsky Rassolnik
A local version of rassolnik soup, usually made with pickles, barley, potatoes, and meat broth. It is strongly associated with the city’s Soviet-era culinary tradition.
Smelt
Small seasonal fish from local waters, typically lightly floured and fried. Smelt is one of Saint Petersburg’s signature spring specialties.
Pyshechnaya
Legendary casual spot famous for traditional Saint Petersburg pyshechki and coffee. Simple, nostalgic, and one of the city’s best-known local food stops.
Palkin
Historic fine-dining restaurant serving classic Russian cuisine in an elegant, old-world setting. Known for refined local dishes and a long Saint Petersburg legacy.
Tsar
Upscale restaurant focused on imperial Russian cuisine, with richly decorated interiors and traditional specialties presented in a formal atmosphere.
Russian Ruble
Generally affordable for many visitors. Hotels vary widely, while dining and coffee are usually reasonable by major-city standards.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- RUB 500-900 for a simple meal or fast food.
- Mid-range
- RUB 1,200-2,500 per person at a mid-range restaurant.
- Fine dining
- RUB 4,000+ per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- RUB 200-400 for a cappuccino or latte.
Tipping culture
Tipping is appreciated but not always expected. Leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service, round up taxis, and small tips are optional in cafes.
Yandex Metro
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Prices
- Single ticket
- 70 RUB
- Day pass
- None
To the city center
Saint Petersburg, Rybinskaya St / Obvodniy channel -> Nevsky Prospekt, Saint Petersburg
- Distance
- 4 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Use Podorozhnik or bank card tap-in for easier travel on Metro, buses, trams, and trolleybuses.
- Card payment is commonly accepted on Metro and most surface transport, but carry some cash as a backup.
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