It is pleasant to get acquainted with the Northern capital both yourself and travel with a guide. We will tell you about the most popular excursions in St. Petersburg, which have a lot of good reviews and a high rating among tourists. Choose what you like!
Acquaintance with St. Petersburg by bus
An excellent solution is to look at Peter's interesting places from the bus window! A group tour is suitable for parents with children, tourists who have come to the city for the first time, and anyone who is just tired and does not want to walk. The group includes up to 50 people, the guide has a microphone, so you won't miss anything from his story.
During the hour and a half ride, the bus makes stops for you to take memorable photos. Look at Nevsky Prospekt, the majestic Isaac, the picturesque Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, Senate Square and other attractions in the historic city center! The disadvantage of any sightseeing tour of St. Petersburg by bus is road traffic, but how lucky!
Price: 850 rubles per person. Specify price >>
Tour of St. Petersburg and the Peter and Paul Fortress
A combined bus ride with stops of 10-15 minutes starts from Nevsky Prospekt. Tourists are shown the most famous Orthodox churches, a Lutheran church, a Catholic church, famous squares and monuments. The trip ends at the territory of the Peter and Paul Fortress. After exploring the main attractions, you can learn in detail about the history of the legendary Peter's fort, visit the mysterious casemates and the royal tomb. The tour lasts 3 hours.
Price: 850 rubles per person. Specify price >>
Classic Petersburg
A wonderful individual excursion around St. Petersburg will help you understand whether the city was really founded on bones, and where the marble from the Alexander Column disappeared. The walking tour starts near the Nevsky Prospekt metro station. You will walk from the Griboyedov Canal to the Admiralty and Palace Square, walk along the embankment to the monument to Peter on Senate Square and end your journey near the huge St. Isaac's Cathedral. All the classics in 1.5 hours!
Learn about excursions to the rooftops of St. Petersburg.
Price: 1440 rubles for 1-10 people. Specify price >>
Northern islands, canals and bridges
If you are an incorrigible romantic, take a sightseeing tour of St. Petersburg by motor ship. The travel route passes along the Neva River, Bolshaya and Malaya Nevka, Fontanka and Moika. The motor ship slowly sails under 35 St. Petersburg bridges, and on the sides there are wonderful embankments, cathedrals, mansions and castles. The highlight of the excursion is the thrilling spectacle of raising bridges! The price includes a boat ticket, audio guide and musical accompaniment.
Check out the best nightlife tours of St. Petersburg.
Price: 1440 rubles per person. Specify price >>
Sightseeing bus tour of the city with a visit to the Hermitage
From the bus window you will see remarkable views of St. Petersburg, make several small stops and end the route near the largest museum in the city - the State Hermitage. Two pleasures in one - you can get to know St. Petersburg better and walk through the magnificent halls of the imperial palace together with a guide. The tour lasts 3 hours.
Price: 1500 rubles per person. Entrance fees to the museum are included in the price. Specify price >>
Myths and legends of St. Petersburg
A bus and walking tour of St. Petersburg, which is dedicated to urban legends and secrets, will give you an unusual look at the city. The guide will tell you about the ominous basements of the Yusupov Palace and the dark side of the monuments to Emperors Peter I and Paul I. You will hear fascinating stories about the Mikhailovsky Castle, Dr. Pel's pharmacy, the Griffin Tower, mystical Sphinxes and St. Isaac's Cathedral.
Price: 700 rubles per person. Specify price >>
Petersburg night. Bridges
It is tempting to go on a sightseeing tour of St. Petersburg at night, because at night the city looks different than during the day! An original excursion by minibus will allow you to admire the spectacular illumination of avenues, squares and get to architectural monuments that stand aside from traditional sightseeing routes. In 3 hours you will see the main sights of St. Petersburg, the Smolny Novodevichy Convent, Smolny Cathedral and the Tauride Palace. The sight of Peter at night is mesmerizing, and all tourists like the exciting story about their favorite city from an actor and a native of St. Petersburg.
Price: 1500 rubles per person. Group up to 7 people. Specify price >>
Excursion tips
When going on a tour of St. Petersburg, prepare photo and video equipment. For darkened wells of St. Petersburg courtyards, it is better to take a camera with powerful optics and a large sensor.
If you are traveling with small children, choose private tours or small group trips. It will be easier for the guide to adjust to your pace and needs.
Bus tours are highly dependent on traffic on the city streets. Consider if you are ready to stay. If you get stuck in traffic, the trip will take longer than planned.
Look for excursions in St. Petersburg on Tripster and Sputnik8.
