Escape to the Imperial city of Saint Petersburg, founded by Peter the Great, for a memorable long weekend. This is the country’s gateway to the Baltic Sea, formed of 101 islands connected by beautiful bridges. Not your usual European city break, but you can’t help but be impressed by its undeniable beauty and grandeur. Certainly Russia’s grandest city!
Our 4 day short-break to St Petersburg, offers you a chance to experience the highlights of this baroque city, including the Hermitage, St Isaac’s Cathedral, Church of the Saviour on Spilled Blood, Peter and Paul Fortress and the Summer Palace.
With the help of your knowledgeable, english-speaking guide, you’ll have a unique opportunity to step back in time and experience the jaw-dropping Tsar wealth, complex history, baroque architecture and rich cultural influences. As well as the city’s classical appeal and cultural hub, it also boasts a contemporary and trendy restaurant and bar scene.
For added wow-factor, plan your visit during the White Nights (late May to early July) when the sun hardly set and the city buzzes with arts festivals, outdoor concerts and nightlife. It’s a special time to experience the city’s amazing panorama.
Top tip: we love having a bit of free time to explore the city by foot. Take photos in the Palace Square, wander up and down the broad street of Nevsky Prospekt, grab a bite at the iconic Literary Cafe, stroll the impressive Moika river, admire the Mikhailovsky Palace in Arts Square and marvel at the Bronze Horseman.
