St Petersburg Russia 3 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Saturday

  • Morning
    • Start the day at the iconic Peterhof Palace, a former imperial residence with stunning gardens and fountains. (Open from 10am-5pm, tickets cost 500 RUB per person)
    • Take a short bus ride (No. 569 or 579) from Peterhof to St. Petersburg city center
  • Afternoon
    • Visit the Hermitage Museum, one of the world’s largest and most famous museums, featuring a vast collection of art and cultural artifacts from around the globe. (Open from 10am-5pm, tickets cost 500 RUB per person)
    • Explore the nearby Nevsky Prospekt, St. Petersburg’s main street lined with shops, cafes, and historic buildings
  • Evening
    • Enjoy a traditional Russian dinner at Kitchen No.1 (menu starts from 800 RUB per person), located on Nevsky Prospekt
    • Take a stroll along the Neva River Embankment, offering beautiful views of the city and river

Accommodation:

  • Stay at the Hotel Indigo St. Petersburg Tchaikovskogo (from $150 USD per night), located in the heart of the city, near the Hermitage Museum
  • Alternatively, consider staying at the Crowne Plaza St. Petersburg-Ligovsky (from $100 USD per night), offering comfortable rooms and a convenient location

Things to Know:

  • The official currency is the Russian Ruble (RUB). Credit cards are widely accepted, but it’s still useful to have some cash on hand
  • Learn basic Russian phrases, such as “Zdravstvuyte” (hello), “Spasibo” (thank you), and “Poka” (goodbye)
  • Be prepared for crowds and lines at popular tourist attractions

Transportation:

  • The most convenient way to get around St. Petersburg is by using the metro system ( tickets cost 40 RUB per ride). The city has four main metro lines
  • You can also take buses or taxis, but be aware that traffic in St. Petersburg can be heavy, especially during rush hour

Tips and Other Things of Interest:

  • Try some traditional Russian cuisine, such as borscht, pelmeni, or blini
  • Visit the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, a beautiful example of neo-Russian architecture
  • Explore the St. Petersburg Canal System, a network of canals and waterways that crisscross the city

Day 2: Sunday

  • Morning
    • Visit the Estate Museum of Peter the Great, a former imperial residence featuring an impressive collection of art and historical artifacts (Open from 10am-5pm, tickets cost 500 RUB per person)
    • Take a stroll through the nearby Peterhof Park, which offers beautiful views and gardens
  • Afternoon
    • Visit the Russian Museum (Open from 11am-7pm, tickets cost 250 RUB per person), featuring an impressive collection of Russian art and culture
    • Explore the charming neighborhood of Kazan Cathedral, known for its historic buildings and lively atmosphere
  • Evening
    • Enjoy a dinner at Vasilyevsky Ostrov (menu starts from 800 RUB per person), offering traditional Russian cuisine in a cozy atmosphere

Accommodation:

  • Stay at the Hotel Indigo St. Petersburg Tchaikovskogo (from $150 USD per night)
  • Alternatively, consider staying at the Crowne Plaza St. Petersburg-Ligovsky (from $100 USD per night)

Things to Know:

  • Be prepared for crowds and lines at popular tourist attractions
  • Learn basic Russian phrases to interact with locals
  • Consider purchasing a city map or guidebook to help navigate the city

Transportation:

  • Use the metro system (tickets cost 40 RUB per ride)
  • Take buses or taxis, but be aware of traffic congestion during rush hour

Tips and Other Things of Interest:

  • Visit the Peter and Paul Fortress, a historic fortress that served as a prison for Peter the Great
  • Explore the charming neighborhood of Nevsky Prospekt, known for its historic buildings and lively atmosphere
  • Enjoy traditional Russian street food, such as pirogov or blini

Day 3: Monday

  • Morning
    • Visit the Winter Palace, a former imperial residence featuring an impressive collection of art and historical artifacts (Open from 10am-5pm, tickets cost 500 RUB per person)
    • Take a stroll through the nearby Nevsky Prospekt, offering beautiful views and gardens
  • Afternoon
    • Visit the Hermitage Museum (Open from 10am-5pm, tickets cost 500 RUB per person), featuring an impressive collection of art and cultural artifacts from around the globe
    • Explore the charming neighborhood of Kazan Cathedral, known for its historic buildings and lively atmosphere
  • Evening
    • Enjoy a farewell dinner at Kitchen No.1 (menu starts from 800 RUB per person), offering traditional Russian cuisine in a cozy atmosphere

Accommodation:

  • Stay at the Hotel Indigo St. Petersburg Tchaikovskogo (from $150 USD per night)
  • Alternatively, consider staying at the Crowne Plaza St. Petersburg-Ligovsky (from $100 USD per night)

Things to Know:

  • Be prepared for crowds and lines at popular tourist attractions
  • Learn basic Russian phrases to interact with locals
  • Consider purchasing a city map or guidebook to help navigate the city

Transportation:

  • Use the metro system (tickets cost 40 RUB per ride)
  • Take buses or taxis, but be aware of traffic congestion during rush hour

Tips and Other Things of Interest:

  • Visit the St. Petersburg Canal System, a network of canals and waterways that crisscross the city
  • Explore the charming neighborhood of Nevsky Prospekt, known for its historic buildings and lively atmosphere
  • Enjoy traditional Russian street food, such as pirogov or blini