You wouldn't be able to get close to it unless you book an excursion beforehand. Other than that is quite charming

The lighthouse is falling apart, the access to the lake is blocked by ugly buildings. Rubbish is all over the place, local authorities obviously busy with something else but looking after the surrounding area!!

Great beach. Beautiful scenery.

Absolutely lovely place. A lot of fun for adults and children

Very nice, a nice place to spend a day in nature next to an amazing lake

Pretty old lighthouse with no way to get in. Adds a lot of romantic mood to the pace tho

Excelent place!

Everyone visiting St Petersburg should go to Lake Ladoga along the green belt of glory. I booked via Marina Wilson tours at Christmas. It's extremely bleak on the lake and gives a small sense of how difficult the conditions were. The museum next to the monument is impressive, as is the diorama museum on the way back to St Petersburg

The monument is beautiful especially at night when the fire illuminates surroundings

Monument at edge of Lake Ladoga. A place of pilgrimage for runners every January who participate in the Road of Life marathon. Peaceful views of Lake Ladoga.

Is an important place of the history of the world. There you can breathe the contribution of the soviet people to the peace.

It's well worth a visit

Laconic and genius monument to tragic events of the Siege of Leningrad during WWII

Very beautiful and exciting

(Translated by Google) 1) There is a real lack of a manager. No one greets the guests, the gates are closed, you stand and watch the actors chatting about their own things somewhere in the distance. Try chatting at the entrance. Frozen and tired guests participate in lighting candles for the surroundings, pouring fruit juice for all guests, and setting the table. Please do not force guests to work. Please, establish an organization, students succeed at tourist rallies, why do people with a cultural education have problems with this? 2) There is a real lack of director. An actor can be a genius as much as he wants, but without proper direction, you have to take his word for it. The extras have their own party. If the play is about the solstice day and the traditions of your ancestors, tell us about that, and not about how you, poor unfortunate soul, hitched a ride to the lakes in the Omsk region. There is a connection, but it is very ephemeral. Please do not make the performance a skit a la a meeting with subscribers. Please give the audience a break from you, bring some variety. Although this is an immersive performance, it is a performance. But in reality it’s a complete mess. Students in college can do it, why do people with acting education have problems with this? 3) You take guests around the industrial zone, AROUND THE INDUSTRIAL AREA! You pick up unfamiliar marginalized individuals on the street and take them to your theater as a spectator! You burn a scarecrow on the theater grounds, and there are wires all around, but there is no fire extinguisher. Please take care of safety precautions! Please take care of fire safety precautions! Okay, leading people through puddles - we ourselves made a mistake and came, but the rest is on your conscience! Half of the spectators were late for you because they got lost, what is the probability that firefighters or an ambulance will arrive?! Oh, and one more thing. The fact that the artistic director is sitting on a horse does not make the theater equestrian. I have a cat, but that doesn’t mean I’m Zapashny or Kuklachev. I am a person who paid and was disappointed with the price of a ticket to the Mariinsky Theater. There are also advantages. Fantastically delicious porridge with venison and a very cute puppy. (Original) 1) Очень не хватает какого-то менеджера. Никто не встречает гостей, ворота закрыты, стоишь и смотришь, как актеры болтают о своём где-то вдалеке . Попробуйте болтать у входа. Замерзшие и уставшие гости участвуют в зажигании свечей для антуража, розливе морса всем гостям, накрывали на стол. Пожалуйста, не заставляйте гостей работать. Пожалуйста, наладьте организацию, у студентов на турслетах же получается, почему у людей с образованием в культмассе с этим проблемы? 2)Очень не хватает режиссера. Актер может быть гением сколько угодно, но без должной режиссуры приходится верить на слово. У массовки - своя тусовка. Если спектакль про день солнцестояния и традиции предков - расскажите про это, а не про то, как вы, бедный-несчастный, ехали на попутках на озёра в Омской области. Связь есть, но очень эфемерная. Пожалуйста, не делайте из спектакля капустник а-ля встреча с подписчиками. Пожалуйста, дайте зрителям отдохнуть от вас, внесите разнообразие. Это хоть и иммерсивный, но спектакль. Но на деле - сплошной сумбур. У студентов на студ вёснах же получается, почему у людей с актерским образованием с этим проблемы? 3) Вы водите гостей по промзоне, ПО ПРОМЗОНЕ! Вы подбираете на улице незнакомых маргинальных личностей и ведете в свой театр как зрителя! Вы сжигаете на территории театра чучело, а вокруг провода, а вот огнетушителя нет. Пожалуйста, позаботьтесь о технике безопасности! Пожалуйста, позаботьтесь о технике пожарной безопасности! Ладно, водить людей по лужам - мы сами совершили ошибку и приехали, но остальное-то на вашей совести! К вам половина зрителей опоздали, потому что заблудились, какова вероятность, что пожарные или скорая приедут ?! А, и ещё. То, что худрук сидит на коне, не делает театр конный. У меня есть кошка, но это не значит, что я Запашный или Куклачев. Я человек, который заплатил и получил разочарование по цене билета в Мариинку. Есть и плюсы. Фантастически вкусная каша с олениной и очень милый щенок.

(Translated by Google) I saw a story about the theater several times on the Culture channel. Since I only saw it in absentia, I choose the average rating. I was surprised that all the theater participants talk about this place as a breath of freedom and about the director as very democratic, etc. But the interview reads the opposite, very authoritarian! Beautiful and shiny horses. Well done! I was especially pleased that the report talked about the “free horses” concept. Evgeny T. has a peculiar dialect. After watching it, I remembered where I heard it from. And I remembered the hero “Bear Jap”, he! I didn’t know who the performer was before. Evgeniy, Mishka is very visible in you! :). (Original) Видела по каналу «Культура» несколько раз сюжет о театре. Так как видела только заочно выбираю среднюю оценку. Удивило, что все участники театра говорят об этом месте как о глотке свободы и о руководителе как об очень демократичном и др. Но по интервью читается наоборот, очень авторитарный! Красивые и лоснящиеся кони. Молодцы! Особенно порадовало, что в репортаже говорили про концепцию «свободные лошади». У Евгения Т. своеобразный говор. Уже после просмотра я вспоминала откуда я это слышала. И вспомнила героя «Мишка Япончик», он! Не знала кто исполнитель до этого. Евгений, Мишка в Вас очень читается ! :).

(Translated by Google) It was very interesting and unusual!) The horses are simply wonderful, the production based on Gulever (part 4) is also very interesting. The actors are very charismatic, especially Evgeniy Tkachuk, an amazingly talented and energetic person! What is the air and atmosphere like there... 😊 (Original) Это было очень интересно и необычно!) Лошадки просто замечательные, постановка по Гулеверу (ч.4) - тоже очень интересная. Актеры очень харизматичные, особенно Евгений Ткачук удивительно талантливый и энергичный человек! А какой там воздух и атмосфера... 😊

(Translated by Google) The only theater in Russia with free horses. Good dramatic artists come to the VelesO theater to create cosmic things in nature. The theater's repertoire is not yet rich, but there are many quests for children and adults. If you want something new from the theater, then come here. Galloping horses immediately take you back to childhood. (Original) Единственный в России театр со свободными лошадьми. Хорошие драматические артисты приезжают в театр "ВелесО", чтобы творить космические вещи на природе. Репертуар театра пока не богат, но есть множество квестов для детей и взрослых. Если вы хотите хотите что-то нового от театра, то вам сюда. Скачущие лошади сразу переносят тебя в детство.

(Translated by Google) I really like it. Been there several times already. The child is absolutely delighted. Why four, and not 5. This most likely does not relate to the actors themselves or the productions, but purely to comfort. My friends, the toilet. Maybe I'm some kind of snicker? But this is definitely a minus. The toilet needs to be addressed. Second. If it’s slushy, you’re afraid to drive, you’re afraid of getting stuck on the road. In winter, you can't get the car out without help. All! This is where the disadvantages end, and I repeat, these are all minor disadvantages, considering the joy and emotions that the actors leave behind. We will be here again and again. I recommend it to everyone - you won't regret it. If you are traveling with small children, they will simply be delighted. (Original) Очень нравится. Были уже несколько раз. Ребенок в полном восторге. Почему четыре, а не 5. Это скорее всего относится не к самим актерам или постановкам, а чисто к комфорту. Друзья мои, туалет. Может я зажравшийся какой-то? Но это однозначно минус. С туалетом надо решать. Второе. Если слякоть, ехать боязно, боишься застрять по дороге. Зимой без помощи машину не вытащить. Все! На этом минусы заканчиваются, а я повторюсь, это мелкие все минусы, учитывая ту радость, эмоции, которые оставляют актеры. Будем здесь еще и не раз. Всем советую - не пожалеете. Если едете с маленькими детьми - они будут просто в восторге.

(Translated by Google) After Veleso, I don’t perceive theater within four walls, in a stuffy hall. Performances, no matter whether for children or adults, give an incredible feeling of flight, the joy of being, some kind of unity of everyone and everything and the understanding that happiness is simple. Being closer to nature, to each other is happiness. (Original) После Велесо не воспринимаю театр в четырех стенах, в душном зале. Спектакли, неважно, детские или взрослые, дарят невероятное ощущение полета, радости бытия, какого-то единения всех и вся и понимания того, что счастье - это просто. Быть ближе к природе, друг к другу и есть счастье.

(Translated by Google) Friends! Those who have not yet been to VelesO - I envy you, you have the opportunity to get acquainted with the Honest World of People and Animals! Well, for those who already know me, I am sincerely glad - we are lucky! I respect people. Animals - I love! (Original) Друзья! Те кто ещё не был в ВелесО- я вам завидую, у вас есть возможность познакомиться с Честным Миром Людей и Животных! Ну а тем кто уже знаком - искренне радуюсь- нам повезло! Людей-Уважаю. Животных-Люблю!

Cat super

(Translated by Google) We visited the cat museum and liked it. A good museum, there would be more like it. I respect people who develop a love for animals and educate about historical events related to animals. I recommend visiting) (Original) Посетили музей кошек, понравилось. Хороший музей, таких бы побольше. Уважаю людей, которые формируют любовь к животным и просвещают в исторические события связанные с животными. Рекомендую к посещению)

(Translated by Google) I love cats very much. I’ve been to the Republic of Cats on the street several times. Yakubovich in St. Petersburg, which is a branch of the Cat Museum in Vsevolzhsk. And so I decided to visit this Museum itself. The bus ride is about an hour one way if there are no traffic jams. The museum shares a small two-story house with a veterinary clinic. There are only nine cats. The exhibits of the museum are all kinds of cat figurines, household items with cat images, etc. The oak tree near Lukomorye is very nice, around which several toy cats and a live cat population walk in a chain. There is a model of a room with a mirrored ceiling, in which mischievous cats were in charge, there is such a funny mess there. But the general impression is that this Museum is a branch of the Republic of Cats, and not vice versa. It seemed to me that there are not many visitors here. They probably saw everything a long time ago, but it’s a very long way to go from St. Petersburg. Therefore, the Museum probably doesn’t have much money, the courtyard area is unkempt, and the house is old. This is probably why there are few cats living in the Museum. Try to feed them and provide them with daily needs if your income is modest. For some reason I feel sorry for everyone - both the cats and the employees. When visiting branches in St. Petersburg, I never had such a feeling. Come and support a good cause! (Original) Очень люблю кошек. Несколько раз была в Республике кошек на ул. Якубовича в Петербурге, который является филиалом Музея кошки во Всеволжске. И вот решила побывать в самом этом Музее. Ехать на автобусе около часа в один конец, если нет пробок. Музей делит небольшой двухэтажный домик с ветклиникой. Кошечек всего девять. Экспонаты музея - всевозможные фигурки кошек, предметы быта с кошачьими изображениями и т. п. Очень хорош дуб у Лукоморья, вокруг которого ходят по цепи несколько игрушечных котов и живое кошачье население. Есть макет комнаты с зеркальным потолком, в которой похозяйничали озорники-коты, там такой забавный беспорядок. Но общее впечатление таково, что как раз этот Музей - филиал Республики кошек, а не наоборот. Мне показалось, что много посетителей здесь не бывает. Свои наверняка всё давно видели, а из Петербурга ехать очень далеко. Поэтому и денег у Музея наверняка немного, дворовая территория неухожена, домик старенький. Наверное, по этой причине и кошек в Музее живёт мало. Попробуй их прокорми и обиходь, если доходы скромные. Почему-то жалко всех - и кошек, и сотрудников. При посещении филиалов в Петербурге никогда такого чувства не возникало. Приезжайте, поддержите благое дело!

(Translated by Google) What a gorgeous museum!!! Thanks to Alena, who wonderfully welcomed us in such a wonderful corner of our little brothers. Charged with positivity. We are indifferent to cats, but visiting this house left an indelible impression. I highly, highly, highly recommend visiting this small but cozy house. Don't pass by!!! (Original) Какой шикарный музей!!! Спасибо Алёне, которая прекрасно нас приняла в таком замечательном уголке наших меньших братьев. Зарядились позитивом. Мы индифферентно относимся к кошкам, но посещение этого домика оставило неизгладимое впечатление. Очень,очень ,очень рекомендую посетить этот маленький, но уютный домик. Не проезжайте мимо!!!

(Translated by Google) Nice, ticket price 400 rub. time limit 1 hour. Large families get a 50% discount, but they gave it to us reluctantly (You can chat with cats, funny figures and paintings (Original) Миленько, стоимость билета 400 р. по времени ограничение 1 час. Многодетным скидка 50%, нам правда ее предоставили неохотно( Можно пообщаться с кошками, забавные фигурки и картины

(Translated by Google) I recommend visiting with children. All the cats are well-groomed, you can pick them up and pet them (though not all of them). Lots of interesting exhibits. You can drink tea with dryers. (Original) Рекомендую для посещения с детьми. Всё котейки ухожены, можно брать на руки и гладить (правда не всех). Много интересных экспонатов. Можно выпить чаю с сушками.

(Translated by Google) We were with children. Very satisfied! Who needs intimate excursions - this is not the place. This is a cozy, homely place where you get positive emotions from bright art objects, a nice girl guide and, of course, cats!!!!! You can communicate with cats and pet them. The cats are very affectionate, they come to people themselves, purr... We spent two hours - the children did not want to leave! (Original) Были с детьми. Очень довольны ! Кому нужны камерные экскурсии - это не сюда. Здесь уютное по-домашнему место, где получаешь позитивные эмоции от ярких арт-объектов, приятной девушки-экскурсовода и,конечно же,котиков!!!!! С кошками можно общаться, гладить. Котики очень ласковые, приходят сами к людям, мурлычут... Провели два часа - дети не хотели уходить!

A very beautiful and big park where one could walk and contemplate beauty for hours. There are lots of trees that look like a wild forest but it is obvious that they are also looked after. I did not go into the museums so can't say about them.

Beautiful palace not far from the more touristy Tsarskoye Selo. Beautiful, intimate rooms in a fabulous park setting. The interiors are exquisite. No crowds when I visited. I recommend paying extra to see the private apartments of the dowager empress

Really great place to walk around. Visited in winter. Beautiful snow and icy Park. Probably even better in summer

A park that my family loves to walk during the summer. Our trip out this weekend was a bit early in the season and the weather was a bit chilly. During the summer that gardens are full or different kinds of flowers. There are even parts of the park where a person can go and lay out in the grass, a true luxury in Russia. Be sure and bring some nuts as there are many hungry squirrels who will gladly come get them out of your hand. This is a lot of fun for kids.

Great park to work around any time of the day! I believe it’s free after 5pm!

Worth to visit. Interesting short tour around private garden. Beautiful place.

Beautiful palace heir to the throne of the Russian Empire. A small palace and a large park. Everything is very beautiful.

Always a new experience but feel uneasy around some of the stalls in the marketplace.

Many helpful shops , restaurants and a Bazar in the courtyard.

Old fasioned department store with market in the yard. Like it.

This is more like a street fair, you find everything

Nice and vintage place.

Good variety of stores.

Good moll

Absolutely beautiful place and very interesting excursion, but only in Russian language. You have to stay in a queue and pay separately for it about 400 roubles for adults and 100 for children. You can see the amazing mechanical lifting tables in action, but make sure to ask to see that, as they have have separate excursions with and without the show.

Start with it! And make it to the lifting table session. At the beginning of the tour you will watch a video which is very helpful to understand Catherine’s palace. I am so impressed by this Hermitage!

A fairy tale. Very well maintained and cheap to visit considering the time you spend and things you can see

quite place

Very nice place.

Loved it!

Amazing building.

Sad to say, we could not get in as it was too late in the day, but surely we would as it's a gateway to understand their literature and culture.

A good museum to visit once. Bear in mind there is no restroom for visitors just in case.

Check for a tour to back to school times

It was a great, historical beauty

(Translated by Google) An interesting memorial museum dedicated to the childhood years and studies at the Imperial Lyceum of the great Russian poet. He was, of course, a very contradictory personality despite his undeniable talent. The work of Alexander Pushkin is our national treasure. The entrance ticket prices are high in my opinion. 800 rubles with excursion service. The management seems to be interested in making money from tourists. Even for disabled children there is no free entry. Groups of visitors come one after another. Like a conveyor belt. (Original) Интересный мемориальный музей, посвященным детским годам и учебе в Императорском лицее великого русского поэта. Личностью он конечно был очень противоречивой при его бесспорном таланте. Творчество Александра Пушкина - это наше национальное достояние. Цены на входные билеты на мой взгляд высокие. 800 рублей с экскурсионным обслуживанием. Дирекция похоже увлеклась зарабатыванием денег на туристах. Даже для детей-инвалидов нет бесплатного входа. Группы посетителей идут одна за другой. Как конвеер.

(Translated by Google) We didn’t take tickets in advance, we arrived and actually took a live tour for the near future, so we had to wait about an hour. But this is not scary, since the museum is located in the center and you can take a walk, drink coffee, etc. It is possible to take an audio guide, but I read somewhere that they recommend a live one. We didn’t regret it at all. I definitely recommend visiting the museum; there is a special atmosphere here. (Original) Заранее билеты не брали, приехали и взяли по факту живую экскурсию на ближайшее время, поэтому пришлось ждать около часа. Но это не страшно, так как музей находится в центре и можно прогуляться, выпить кофе и т.п. Есть возможность взять аудиогида, но где-то прочитала, что рекомендуют именно живую. О чем вообще не пожалели. Музей к посещению однозначно рекомендую, здесь какая-то особенная атмосфера.

(Translated by Google) A very interesting historical object. You can come with children, especially schoolchildren. I recommend ordering a tour service or taking an audio guide; there may not be enough information for independent exploration. The guide's story is fascinating, with quotes from poems, letters, memories - complete delight)) Of course, the most interesting objects are those associated with the personality of Pushkin. The museum has a cloakroom, toilet and souvenir shop. Entrance only with masks (Original) Очень интересный исторический объект. Можно прийти с детьми, особенно со школьниками. Рекомендую заказать экскурсионное обслуживание или взять аудиогид, для самостоятельного осмотра информации может быть маловато. Рассказ экскурсовода увлекательный,с цитатами стихов, писем, воспоминаний-полный восторг)) Конечно самые интересные объекты-связанные с личностью Пушкина. В музее есть гардероб, туалет и сувенирный магазинчик. Вход только в масках

Beautiful garden 😍

(Translated by Google) The Cameron Gallery is a true masterpiece of architectural art; this two-story building is part of the ensemble of the Agate Pavilion, the Cold Baths, the Ramp and the Hanging Garden. The Englishman Cameron, who arrived in Russia in 1779, began to implement Catherine II’s plan to create a collective image from Greek and Roman masterpieces of architecture. The gallery received its name in 1885, when art historian and bibliographer Petrov, in one of his articles in the magazine “Architect”, called this outstanding building “Cameron Gallery”. Read more in the guide "Back to St. Petersburg" (Original) «Камеронова галерея» представляет собой настоящий шедевр искусства архитектуры, это двухэтажное сооружение является составной части ансамбля «Агатового павильона», Холодных бань, Пандуса и Висячего сада. Приехавший в 1779 году в Россию англичанин Камерон, начал воплощать замысел Екатерины II создать собирательный образ из греческих и римских шедевров архитектуры. Свое название галерея получила 1885 году, когда историк искусства и библиограф Петров в одной из статей в журнале «Зодчий» назвал «Камероновой галереей» это выдающееся сооружение. Подробнее на путеводителе "Назад в Питер"

(Translated by Google) Harmony. Catherine really built the gallery for philosophy. Ancient beauty on the border of landscape and regular parks. Built in 1784-1787 according to the design of the Scottish architect Cameron, who was in love with Rome. Unfortunately, access to the gallery itself is limited. It was not possible to philosophize. (Original) Гармония. Екатерина построила галлерею действительно для философии. Античная красота на границе ландшафтного и регулярного парков. Построена в 1784—1787 годах по проекту шотландского архитектора Камерона который был влюблен в Рим. К сожалению, доступ на саму галлерею ограничен. Пофилософствовать не получилось.

(Translated by Google) Catherine the Great built herself a “nest” not for holidays, but for solitude, leisurely walks and philosophical conversations. To translate her plans into stone, Catherine “supplied” from Italy the Scottish architect Charles Cameron, who was in love with Ancient Rome. He came to Russia, got married and lived here until his death. The Scotsman had an unbearable character for the crowned customers: he really didn’t like it when they interfere in the process. Catherine endured it because their tastes coincided. The famous Cameron Gallery, decorated with busts of ancient philosophers, is the Empress’s favorite architectural work. Construction has just begun, and she is already writing to Voltaire: “I have taken possession of Master Cameron, who is imbued with the study of the ancients... He and I are making a garden with terraces here in Tsarskoe Selo, with baths below and a gallery above. It will be lovely!” And sure enough, it turned out to be a beauty: a light, floating upper part of the building with a long colonnade that rests on a powerful, deliberately rough base made of Pudost stone. What kind of stone is this, you ask? This is calcareous tuff, which was mined near the Sarskoye village, near the village of Pudost. Many palaces and temples in St. Petersburg are lined with this tuff, the columns of the Kazan Cathedral, for example. Cameron built “cold baths” on the ground floor of the building. Above them is actually a gallery. It is filled with light and is completely different from the main palace, but without it it would look heavy and archaic, but together they highlight each other favorably. I was amazed by the busts on the terrace of the gallery, at first I thought that they were modern: they look so original and in tune with our time - light, completely surreal, barely touching the pedestal! But no, these are real works by masters of the St. Petersburg Academy of Arts, cast in bronze in 1780–1790. All survived and are standing where Cameron placed them. There is a marvelous flower garden all around, views of indescribable beauty... there would be, if not for the huge mass of Chinese groups that filled everything. Also, a kind of flower garden). (Original) Екатерина Великая строила себе «гнездышко» не для праздников, а для уединения, неспешных прогулок и философских бесед. Чтобы воплотить в камне задуманное, Екатерина «выписала» из Италии шотландского архитектора Чарльза Камерона, влюбленного в Древний Рим. Он приехал в Россию, женился и жил тут до самой смерти. Характер у шотландца был невыносимый для коронованных заказчиков: очень не любил, когда они вмешиваются в процесс. Екатерина терпела, потому что их вкусы совпадали. Знаменитая Камеронова галерея, украшенная бюстами древних философов, — любимое архитектурное произведение императрицы. Строительство только началось, а она уже пишет Вольтеру: «Я завладела мастером Камероном, который напитан изучением древних… Мы с ним мастерим здесь в Царском Селе сад с террасами, с банями внизу и галереей наверху. Это будет прелесть!». И точно — получилась прелесть: легкая, парящая верхняя часть здания с длинной колоннадой, которая описается на мощное, нарочито грубое основание из пудостского камня. Что это за камень такой, спросите? Это известковый туф, который добывали неподалеку от Сарского села, возле деревни Пудость. Этим туфом выложено немало дворцов и храмов Санкт-Петербурга, колонны Казанского собора, например. В первом этаже здания Камерон соорудил «холодные бани». Над ними — собственно, галерея. Она наполнена светом и совершенно непохожа на основной дворец, но без нее он бы смотрелся тяжеловесно и архаично, а вместе они выгодно оттеняют друг друга. Меня поразили бюсты на террасе галереи, я подумала поначалу, что они современные: так оригинально и созвучно нашему времени они смотрятся — легкие, совершенно сюрные, едва касающиеся постамента! Ан нет, это настоящие произведения мастеров Санкт-Петербургской Академии художеств, отлитые из бронзы в 1780–1790 годах. Уцелели все, и стоят там, где их поставил Камерон. Вокруг разбит дивный цветник, виды неописуемой красоты… были бы, если б не огромная масса китайских групп, заполонивших всё. Тоже, своего рода цветник).

(Translated by Google) A beautiful place in the Catherine Park of Tsarskoye Selo. To take pictures without crowds of tourists, naturally, you need to arrive at the opening. (Original) Красивое местечко в Екатерининском парке Царского Села. Чтобы сделать кадры без толп туристов, естественно, надо приезжать к открытию.

(Translated by Google) After a comprehensive restoration it looks fantastically beautiful! I would like to write that after the palace itself, the Cameron Gallery is the dominant feature of the park. But this is not entirely true, or rather not at all true. Everything in this park is so harmonious that all the attractions built here do not put pressure on each other. In sunny weather, the Cameron Gallery offers breathtaking views of the park. (Original) После комплексной реставрации выглядит фантастически красиво! Хочется написать, что после собственно дворца, Камеронова галерея является доминантой парка. Но это не совсем так, а точнее совсем не так. В этом парке всё настолько гармонично, что все построенные здесь достопримечательности не давят друг на друга. В солнечную погоду с Камероновой галереи открываются захватывающие виды на парк.

(Translated by Google) This is a masterpiece! I have been here many times and every time I am delighted and delighted!!! (Original) Это шедевр! Много раз бывала здесь и каждый раз восторг и наслаждение!!!

A beautiful blue white palace, the details are so stunning and well maintained. There are some areas reserved for special ticket. It is good that public transport can reach there, using Yandex app will give you the directions.

The entrance to Catherine Park + Palace entrance was surprisingly expensive at 2,500 rubles per person, with no discounted rates for seniors or teenagers. For a family of four, the total came to 10,000 rubles; significantly higher than the 1,000 to 1,500 rubles per person stated on various online sources. We were quite shocked by the difference, but having traveled an hour from the city center, we decided to proceed with the purchase to make the most of our visit. Catherine Park is an absolutely beautiful place to visit vast, serene, & filled with breathtaking scenery. The park grounds are incredibly wide, offering plenty of space to wander, relax, and enjoy the fresh air. You can easily spend 2 to 3 hours strolling through its gardens, lakes, and open spaces without feeling rushed. However, when it comes to food & coffee, the options inside are very limited. There are no luxurious cafés or high quality restaurants on site, & it’s difficult to find anything kosher or Muslim friendly. I would recommend bringing your own snacks or eating before you come. When you buy your ticket (it took us around 45 mns to buy the tickets on site) you’ll be assigned a time slot to enter Catherine Palace itself usually about two hours after your purchase. Even though we were lost in communication and didn’t understand much (we used sign language and translation from our side, we then thought is actually a good system, as it gives you enough time to explore the park & surrounding areas before your tour begins; but in our case we had another place scheduled to go after the palace, which put us on an edge where we had to shift things from our schedule in order to actually visit the palace itself. A key tip: there are two types of entry slots and two separate palace entrances. Make sure you know which entrance your ticket corresponds to, otherwise you might wait in the wrong line only to be redirected. The palace tour itself is relatively short,,, around 30–45 minutes & visitors are only shown part of the building, not the entire interior. So expect to spend much more of your day outdoors than indoors. All in all, Catherine Park is stunning & well worth a visit, especially if you enjoy beautiful landscapes and leisurely walks. Just plan ahead for food & be mindful of your palace entry details to make the most of your experience.

Beautiful place worth to visit. We did wait a bit to buy tickets and enter. The waiting time is ok but there was a lot of people and we had to stand in the sun. I do recommend to buy tickets in advance in order to avoid that. Palace is beutiful inside and out. All the lawns are neat and perfectly maintained. Tour of the palace with a guide has time and you need to apply for specific tour. There is a lot of history behind this place and tour was interesting and lot of information. Definitely worth to visit.

Amazing palace, gem of Russia! 2500 rub ticket for foreigners ( even foreign taxpayer in Russia like me) is very pricy, but worth paying as it took long decades to repair the palace damaged by German army during WW2. Their repairmen efforts must be rewarded. Ambar room is excellent! Need at least two hours to walk around the park.

This is just a mind blowing experience with us, I think we should spend 2 days here to explore the full palace. Our guide explained each n every detail of the palace and park A must visit place if you’re in saint Petersburg plan a trip to Pushkin.

We were on a cruise thru the Baltic Sea and one of the main stops was in St Petersburg. We had most of the day and had a great all day tour organized by the cruise ship. The two highlights of the day were visiting The Hermitage and Catherine Palace. The Palace, located in Pushkin, is a beautiful building outside and inside. Just unbelievably beautiful and oozing wealth. We got tickets in advance thru the cruise group. Very crowded. A must see on any visit to St Petersburg and Pushkin.

It was a unique place and worth seeing once, and definitely come on a non-rainy day.

Everything was ok except for the exorbitant price for a ticket for a foreigner. 2500 rubles for a 30 minute tour with minimal English. In Europe we have the same prices for everyone.

I come back after 8 years. The exterior and the park are really amazing, a must see. About the interior tour, re her living zone, which I did for the first time, well, I am not sure is something to be seen... First of all you will discover that almost everything was bombed or robbed during second world war, so you are looking to a replica, which is taking away all the magic from it since......since let us be honest, interiors are unreal ugly. Too much of everthing without real balance and well thought details. And when you see it as a replica, you start to think 💬 well why to remake such a kitsch interior and not even to the end (not all the rooms have been restored until the end ). Also, the guide we had was so boring, lots of details repeating over and over... In general, the visit to the interior I won't recommend it, you won't loose anything. The park yes, that is a piece of art to be seen.

Beautiful. Grand. Bold. The palace is stunning and both the Catherine and Alexander parks are beautiful. I really want to visit the Alexander Palace when it opens after renovations. Which may take years sadly. The Amber Room is amazing. The post war photos of the destruction are sobering

Exhilarating experience to see so much grandeur and beauty! The interiors of Catherine's Palace are truly awe-inspiring, especially the Amber Room. Entry into the Palace always involves a longish queue, but it's worth it. If you have the stamina, don't miss out the stunning Palace gardens either. As splendid as the Palace interiors.

A great place just a train or a bus ride from St. Petersburg. The park is beautiful and the palace tour is nice. Be prepared to wait in line for about 30 minutes to an hour since there are a lot of visitors and due to the capacity, only certain number are allowed every 15 minutes.

Beautifully restored back to almost original greatness. Displays the crazy wealth of the Romanovs. Also a nice example of the Russian taste for gold and ornaments. Best to visit off season to avoid the largest hordes of tourists.

A don't miss site in St Petersburg. Tickets go on sale 30 days prior, don't miss the date, they will be sold out 29 days prior (the tixs for Catherine Palace). You can still get a tix via a long line or by joining a tour. All of the rooms are beautiful but the amber room alone is worth the visit.

Amazing park, need at least two hours to walk around!

Catherine Palace, it is a park in Tsarskaya Village, Russia, located 25 km southeast of St. Petersburg. Catherine Park gets its name from Catherine Palace, and the park is divided into two parts: the Garden and the English Garden. When you come to St. Petersburg, you should take a stroll and enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the area

The park itself is nice, but the palace is super underwhelming inaccessible. You have to buy ticket for each small section of the palace, and it’s quite pricey as well. In addition, there is absolute no English translation, no English audio or tour guide, and the staff does not speak any English at all as well.

There are a lot of beautiful places around the world where you will feel happy and relaxed yourself. And Catherine Park is definitely one of those places. I had so warm walk with my soulmate in the amazing place with incredible views just everywhere you turn your head. The perennial trees, ponds, beautiful buildings with a long history. So precious moments of life.🤍

My family's favorite park grounds. We walk the grounds at least once a year. There are lots of fun paths for kids to explore. If you bring nuts you can also sometimes feed squirrels or chickadees. Don't forget to walk behind the palace to the left and explore some lovely gardens with statues there.

Amazing gardens. There are several pavilion to visit and they all have wildly different styles, which makes it fun. Some are available to visit with a ticket (like the amazing Cold Baths, where the Agathe Rooms are located) and some can be visited for free (like the Chinese style pavilion and the Italian Style pavilion with authentic roman mosaics from the 2nd century) Just strolling around is nice, and they are more chilled than Petergof, with lots of locals enjoying the scene.

A dream of a spacious garden. The beautiful Baroque palaces are surrounded by fantastic French and English gardens. There are also various very interesting outbuildings. You have to search in Europe for a long time to find comparable.

If you are interested in modern style, you should visit it. The Palace isn’t big, 1-1,5 hour is enough to enjoy the exhibitions. It can be difficult without audio guide.

The Palacio de Alejandro (Alexander Palace) is a neoclassical imperial residence in Tsárskoye Seló, near St. Petersburg. Designed by Giacomo Quarenghi in 1796 for Emperor Alexander I, it later housed the Romanov family, including Nicholas II. The palace, surrounded by the scenic Alexander Park with fountains and ponds, is open to the public for guided tours. Visitors can explore its rich history and architecture.

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In September 2015, the Alexander Palace Museum was closed for restoration work. The planned deadline for restoration is mid-2020. It was founded in 1792 by order of Catherine II and was built for the wedding of her beloved grandson, Grand Duke Alexander Pavlovich (future Emperor Alexander I) with Grand Princess Elizabeth Alekseevna. In May 1796, in the last year of the Empress, the construction was completed, and on June 12, 1796, Grand Duke Alexander Pavlovich and his wife entered the new palace. Since 1904, the Alexander Palace became the permanent residence of Emperor Nicholas II, who was born here in 1868 and treated Tsarskoe Selo with special warmth. The last 13 years of the reign of the Russian emperor took place here; from here on the morning of August 1, 1917, the imperial family was sent to exile. In 1918, the Alexander Palace was opened to visitors as a state museum. The exposition included historical interiors on the first floor in the central part of the building and residential apartments of the Romanov family in the right wing of the palace.

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You can enter only with QR code or with overseas passport and PCR test within 1 day.

i need to know the size of the palace for a project i am doing in school can anyone get me that information i have looked everywhere

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(Translated by Google) Interesting object. A real mystical place. According to one version, the Egyptian Gate in Tsarskoe Selo was built by decree of Nicholas I in memory of his brother Alexander I. Mysterious story. Read more about this story in the guide "Back to St. Petersburg" (Original) Интересный объект. Настоящее мистическое место. По одной из версий Египетские Ворота в Царском Селе были построены по указу Николая I в память о брате Александре I. Таинственная история. Подробнее об этой истории на путеводителе "Назад в Питер"

(Translated by Google) All my life I thought that they were stone, from Egypt, but alas) they are magnificent!!! Initially, the gates were called Kuzminskie, as they were built at the entrance to Tsarskoe Selo from the former settlement of Bolshoye Kuzmino and served as propylaea (the main entrance) to Alexander Park, until in 1895 part of its territory was used for the construction of barracks. (Original) Всю жизнь думала, что они каменные, из Египта, но увы) но они великолепны!!! Первоначально ворота носили название Кузьминские, так как были построены при въезде в Царское Село со стороны бывшей слободы Большое Кузьмино и служили пропилеями (парадным входом) в Александровский парк, пока в 1895 году часть его территории не использовали под строительство казарм.

(Translated by Google) Egyptian Gate - built in 1827-1830 at the entrance to Tsarskoe Selo from the former settlement Bolshoye Kuzmino according to the design of Adam Menelas in the Egyptian style. The gate consists of two towers connected by fence links. The towers - stone three-story pylons - were guard rooms. On the outside, the walls are lined with cast iron slabs, on which there are relief images of 30 different scenes from Egyptian mythology. On the frontal planes of the pylons there are paired figures of the god Osiris, in the form of a man in men's clothing and in a crown of papyrus leaves, on the side planes there are paired images of the goddess Maat. The upper tier depicts the goddess Isis holding a child, the god Horus, in her arms. Below, on the tiers, are ritual scenes of initiation into pharaohs. (Original) Еги́петские воро́та — сооружены в 1827—1830 годах на въезде в Царское Село со стороны бывшей слободы Большое Кузьмино по проекту Адама Менеласа в египетском стиле. Ворота состоят из двух башен, соединенных звеньями ограды. Башни  — каменные трехэтажные пилоны — являлись сторожевыми помещениями. С внешней стороны стены облицованы чугунными плитами, на которых находятся рельефные изображения 30 различных сцен из египетской мифологии. На фронтальных плоскостях пилонов расположены парные фигуры бога Осириса, в образе человека в мужской одежде и в короне из листьев папируса, на боковых плоскостях - парные изображения богини Маат. На верхнем ярусе изображена богиня Исида, держащая на руках ребенка — бога Гора. Ниже, на ярусах, представлены ритуальные сцены посвящения в фараоны.

(Translated by Google) The Egyptian Gate is located at the entrance (exit) to the city of Pushkin. Very interesting design in the form of Egyptian drawings. (Original) Египетские ворота находятся при въезде (выезде) в г. Пушкин. Очень интересное оформление в виде египетских рисунков.

A truly beautiful park that reminded me a lot of the palace gardens in Potsdam. Although the park is located next to the Katharinenpark, it is much quieter and you can enjoy the green of nature.

Not so many people as in the next Ekaterininsky, the palace is under the reconstruction, but the bridges are already ready, as well as the Chinese village. The Ekaterininsky palace and its golden gate from the rear

Good park to walk, but not all passes without mud 😀

A wonderful walk in a beautiful park! WC is 30rub.

It's great for nature, we were walking after the rain and the smell was awesome. It's not equipped though.

Nature is always good. And if a sunny winter day, then in a double. We must walk more often. we everywhere are beautiful. The park has recently become even better. Walk those. be surprised. Love.

Nice place. You can rent bicycle near to this park.

Really nice, but almost impossible to get there by public transportation! We went to the ice skating “forest”, it was pretty cool.

(Translated by Google) Wonderful picture (Original) Прекрасная фотография

(Translated by Google) Beautiful + clean air (Original) Красиво + чистый воздух

(Translated by Google) You can have a good rest with your family. (Original) Можно хорошо отдохнуть с семьей.

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful and affordable (Original) Очень красиво и доступно

(Translated by Google) You're wrong, I wasn't there (Original) Вы ошиблись я там небыл

(Translated by Google) They know how to put things in order (Original) Умеют навести порядок

Just a fast but interesting drive through the avenue but followed later on with a slower walk. The Avenue contains so many great historic buildings with architecture and interesting frontages. But you have to do it on foot to really appreciate the multiple sites.

The most famous street in Saint Petersburg

The beautiful Nevsky Avenue street, which I know from Russian literary works, is like a dream.

Just as it is described in Gogol's Petersburg Tales. Comparable, even better than the famous Champs-Élysées in my opinion.

the main street in saint Petersburg is Nevsky. all brands and great store and also discos are located in this street. at the end of the street there is a shopping mall which has lots of brands and items. at the highest floor it has a food court which serves any kind of food an drinks to enjoy.

never been there, but someone did try to hack my instagram. from their hotel room looking over this street.

A very beautiful and wonderful place.

Beautiful statues at the Anichkov Bridge, the oldest and most famous bridge across the Fontanka River in Saint Petersburg, Russia.

Anichkov Bridge is a must-see in St. Petersburg. The stunning horse statues, historic atmosphere, and great views of the Fontanka River make it perfect for photos and walks. Especially beautiful at sunset.

Decorative bridge in the place where Fontanka river meets Nevsky Prospekt. The bridge itself is not that long, though, some tens of meters. But views at and around and statues also are definitely worth a visit. Especially during the light nights.

This is a famous bridge in St. Petersburg that crosses the Fontanka River along Nevsky Prospekt. It is a relatively short crossing that is decorative and features four landmark sculptures of horse tamers. Constructed in 1841-42, the bridge features appealing iron railings. However, the highlight is seeing the four large horse tamer sculptures, which were installed at the two ends of the bridge between 1849-50. These are individually impressive works of art, particularly for those who enjoy viewing sculptures and statues. Note: The Anichkov Bridge and its sculptures are particularly nice to see when viewed from the opposite bank to the pink coloured Beloselsky-Belozersky Palace. If you position yourself correctly, you can capture all in the same frame, allowing some decent pictures to be taken. In the end, we liked the Anichkov bridge. This is a quick attraction to view and enjoy if you find yourself in this area of St. Petersburg during your visit to the city.

Nice place to hangout, busy and a beautiful street. Great river views to capture some amazing shots.

st petersburg at nite is architectural beauty in full display. the descent to the subway feels like going to center earth. do not plan to travel by subway after 11 pm, it is closed. cabs are cheap and plentiful, just close your eyes to avoid stress.

Beautiful bridge in the heart of the city. There are four sculptures on the corners of a bridge: "Taming a horse by a man” (sculptor Peter Klodt) are a symbols of a city one should definitely see.

Permanent exhibit is worth visiting if you love history. Even if you are not passionate about luxury, Saint Petersburg’s history is tied to opulence.

It’s a must while on ST Petersburg. Amazing pieces not just art and craftsmanship but history. Excellent

Must not miss this museum! Amazing collection of Fabergé eggs and art.

Well I really cannot add to what has already been said. Its an extraordinary Museum and, if I had a huge amount of money I maybe could have bought what my wife wanted. But not to be. This famous Museum is located in the beautiful Shuvalov Palace on the Fontanka River and house the world's largest collection of works by Carl Fabergé, including nine of the famous Imperial Easter Eggs. These eggs are not only stunning jeweled works of art but also unique historical artifacts.

It is one of the most beautiful museums I have ever visited. It has some of the most famous Faberge eggs. The museum was not overcrowded, therefore I was able to see all objects. In addition, the museum has an amazing gift shop! They have very nice Faberge branded items, including very beautiful jewellery. The staff members speak English and it is possible to get English audio guide.

The Fabergé Museum in St. Petersburg offers a unique chance to see the famous imperial Fabergé eggs and other exquisite jewelry masterpieces. Visitors can experience Russian history and craftsmanship up close, all within the stunning setting of the Shuvalov Palace. male guards at the entrance and exit are very rude.

One of the most beautiful museums to visit in St Petersburg. The fabrezé eggs are jaw dropping nothing like any another jewellery you've seen before. Everyone has to place their coat in wardrobe and the protection on shoes, to keep the place clean. Only one minus is that there was a misunderstanding with the tickets and we had to go the next day to visit it.

First time I was here was 6 years ago, I visited again today and it's still an awesome place to visit. Everything is very clean, the lighting in the tanks is great! Good variety, lots of sea life to watch.

I likes this place a bit crowdy good for kids even for adults who likes fishes . Variety of fishes across the globe are there. For each fish they maintained proper aura with sound effects. I likes star fish as this my first experience. Piranha was available. Sharks are there. Penguins and seals are I the last. Jelly fish was amazing and snake fish alsi available. The cave was amazing there is a conveyer belt just stand on that and it will take you through that cave made of glass and you will feel like small shark is going to attack you as they are swimming close to your head. Just was the best part of oceanarium . Any tourist must visit this place. Hope this will help you.

Very good place in St Ptb. It is almost as good as the aquarium in Moscow. The only bad stuff is that there is not enough distance between people, and sometimes people is too near.

Worth going with kids. Even if there are posters with “no photoshoot has with light” there are authorized staff who will take professionally photos of you and your family. During shows like feeding a shark there are a hole lot of people and you have to take your sit beforehand. Otherwise you won’t be able to see anything. Observing area is very very small. Some fishes are in not so good condition from my point of view (i don’t have any knowledge in tho field though), but their tanks are to small to maneuver. Makes me sad 😞 Souvenir shop is full of seashells.

There is animal abuse, how is possible that a turtle doesn't have any space to move because there is not enough room, and the excuses for it aren't good reasons

Amazing place with thousands of different fishes . But some fishes had too little space to move around .

It was awesome the tickets were a little expensive but really great especially for kids

Saw Swan Lake as part of our tour. I'm no judge of ballet, but it seemed very good. The auditorium was beautiful, but getting in and out was a little difficult.

Good place. A bit old style. However too hot inside. Otherwise good theatre to enjoy a Russian ballet

Great theater but there are too many tourists who don’t behave like they should. Also if there are so many tourists they could really have something written on the tickets in English

Beautiful architecture and interior design. Also, watching Swan Lake ballet there was an experience even if I'm not a usual fan of ballet.

Nice place for ballet Swan Lake, I headed to the box office in the afternoon and got a ticket for the night by 3,000 rub. Really a traditional and famous theatre for the performance.

Historical theatre! Beautiful interiors! Fit for Royalties. However, after the show, it's not quick to exit the building due to lack of exit doors

people said you haven’t officially visited russia until you watch a russian ballet show so i came here to see the swan lake ballet show. great experience!

So much information and things to see about Russian and other ethnicities.

Amazing museum, shows you all the varieties of ethnicities that lived in the territory of the Russian Empire and beyond.

Went because of the good and full worthy exhibition about the Pre columbian gold. The Ethnigrafics are well exhibited in perfect conditions and explanations both in Russian and English, a little boring though. The building is marvelous and the park (Mikhailovsky park) behind is peaceful and a good walk to the museum.

Nice museum. There were very quit which was nice to explore around. Very interesting expositions. I viewed everything with an hour without any rush.

Museum for those who appreciate ethnik similarities between slavic people or those simply want to learn about Russian people and their customs.

One of the richest ethnographic collections I’ve had the pleasure of seeing. Their collection focused on the many cultures that made up the former USSR. It was not life painted on a canvas or photographs, but the actual clothing, shoes, costumes, utensils, raw materials, crafts, and lifestyles of the people. They took you inside their homes and gave you a glimpse of daily life. The museum has permanent and temporary exhibitions - together giving a profound perspective on humanity in our global world.

I found the museum very interesting but exhibits are in a sad state and relatively beat up. If you don't mind such things and want to see anthological view of Russian (and surrounding territories) history then this place is fantastic.

Nice museum, however unfortunately some of the famous Russian masters we came to see were (despite internet reviews) not present, moved to other museums/exhibitions. Briulov, Aivazovskiy, Ivanov and Bruin - not here at this time. Otherwise amazing exhibition of Russian paintings dating from early, Church icons/religious works to 20th century works

The first museum I visited in Russia. Lot's of incredible masterpieces that will just amaze you. The tour guide was just a delight to listen to; his English was just impeccable. Made some new friends and that day was a good one I must say...💃

A beautiful building centrally located in St Petersburg, with a good fine art collection varying in periods. The building and the interiors are absolutely gorgeous. This is a great museum to visit in addition to the Hermitage. The coat check is very efficient (a necessary step when visiting) but the bathrooms definitely left something to be desired.

Beautiful museum. Went today and it was wonderful to be free of crowds. The building and setting are lovely. Staff speak English, which is helpful when you get lost and can't find the cloakroom. Highly recommend

A must see in St Petersburg. The building and the artworks are monumental. A good glimpse into Russian art and culture through the various historic stages of the empire/union/federation. A full day is needed to see everything, if not a few. Make sure you don't miss the main collections on the second floor.

The complex of several different remoted objects. The main part - Museum of Russian art in this Mikhailovsky palace - is second to Hermitage as a main museum attraction and second to none as an art museum. I do recommend for every classical art fan!

The museum hosts paintings, sculptures and other artifacts mostly from 19. century. This is the place where you can see the traditional Russian art and paintings. Pity to see that Russian art reached its peak in the 19th century and halted as soon as the Soviet revolution took place. At least they preserved their finest collections and present in this museum.

Is a must when visiting SPB. There will be 1 half hour break. Remember to prepare RUB in cash if you would like to enjoy dessert or any drinks during the time

Watched the Swan Lake Ballet here. Loved the experience! It is walking distance from Church of Saviour of the Spilled Blood. You can click pictures before and after the show, but not during the show - which is great as you can enjoy the beauty of the ballet without being disturbed by mobile screens and flashes! Will recommend watching the ballet here!

Grand theatre to enjoy Russian Ballet! Seating is close to the stage for viewing the show. Good Ambience!

People were not very obedient with Covid-19 recommendations, but still the place is nice as always and the performance of Spartakus was thrilling. I hope they treat the tiger well.

Small, elegant, cozy historical theatre. Really lovely. You can have a ticket for any pocket from 100p of the standing spots till first line 5.000p. Central area. Free Wardrobe, snow almost every night.

I'm a ballet novice but I enjoyed Sleeping Beauty. Reading the synopsis on Wikipedia helped the enjoyment. Be sure to pay extra to sit in the first row in the upper seating areas for a clear view.

Georgios as always! Highly recommend. There's a good menu during an entracte. But please remove the advertising from the tables.

OMG wow, this place is amazing the history is absolutely mind blowing. They have great tours you get a set of headphones and a map and it’s done many different languages. You’ll need a few hours for this place as there is such a lot take in. Everywhere you look there’s something to go well, the mosaics the size of things in here is just amazing. If you come to Saint Petersburg, you definitely have to visit this place even if it’s the only one you visit. The place is just absolutely stunning. There’s plenty of other little touristy thingsto buy outside in a few inside. This place is truly amazing.

In my opinion, it is one of the most beautiful places in the city. The place is old traditional and distinctive. Every wall is decorated with mosaic stone, which gives it a very beautiful appearance. The pictures dont give the place how is beauty. It is worth a visit. By the way it's easy to buy and ticket

Beautiful monument and must visit if you are in Saint Petersburg. Located on a river and it attracts your attention from far. A colorful building with special and unique architecture from outside. Tickets are available at the entrance and are available online. Price for entrance is 450 Rubles. The church inside is an absolute masterpiece of art. Colorful walls, and beautiful architecture. You can feel you are walking into a piece of art and being part of it. The visit took me around fifteen minutes in total. The right place to take nice pictures and videos.

This is the most beautiful church I have seen in my life. It is full of beautiful details, this church makes you feel safe and peaceful.

A very amazing place with lively architect and paintings. Highly recommended to visit.

Another beautiful Cathedral located in Saint Petersburg and one of the most famous in Russia along with St. Basil's Cathedral in Moscow. If you like beautiful historical architecture then do visit this beautiful and picturesque place. Amazing place, Must visit!

Visited Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood The place is crowded but calming, have to be careful of pick pocketers.

A really fun place for kids. It’s still a great place for an adult to visit, but you’ll see everything pretty quick. From Soviet-era arcade machines, smells from that time, and Soviet cartoons playing in a room. You can see (and smell) what life was like for kids during this era. Some of the games where hard to play while others were fun enough to play a second time. A good place to burn an hour or two!

Can't recommend it highly enough. Really fun way to spend an hour or two, playing old Soviet-era arcade machines, which have all been lovingly saved and restored. The space is cool, the games are fun, each has a great description of the maker, the design and the game mechanics in Russian and in English (slightly abridged). There's a cool cafe and Soviet era soda machines that dispense Kvass and other drinks. Entry is 450rub per person, for which you get a bunch of coins to play the machines.

Even though the name of the museum is what originally hooked us, the name actually sells it a little short. While they do have a huge unique selection of Soviet-Era arcade machines, they also have many other things from that era including a unique exhibit where you can smell things from that time, listen to things, try drinks, etc. How the arcade portion works is you pay admission and receive about 15 Soviet era coins to use in the machines. I believe you can buy more as well. They also come in a unique match box to hold while you play. “Technically” you are supposed to turn in the remainder coins as you leave since they aren’t in circulation any more, but no one really seems to care if you want to keep one as a souvenir. They also have free Wifi, coffee and snacks, clean toilets and a small selection of things to purchase. The selection of arcade machines is good, although they aren’t always in perfect repair, but that is part of the fun!

I knew nothing about arcade games from CCCP times, but this was two hours of quality time. With your ticket you get a matchbox with bunch of original coins from soviet time. You can use them to play any of the games. 1 coin = 1 play. 90% of the games are in very good working condition, other ones are under maintenance. Staff is very patient to explain to you how the museum works, coins, games, etc. Must visit if you are in St. Peterburg.

A fun place to go and visit if in St Petersburg. The staff were very friendly and welcoming, gave a good explanation of all the things there. Some of the machines weren't working, which was a bit of a shame, but can't be helped. Was interesting as an outsider to see all the games that were played in the USSR. If you're a gamer and in the area, I would recommend going - very cool as well to use the old Soviet coins to pay for things.

Super cool place, with a coffee shop atmosphere. Seeing these machines and getting to play them was a trip back in time. I loved the machines with the vacuum tubes that could light up as numbers for your score. I definitely recommend getting a soda from the old Soviet soda fountain. The cream soda was actually incredibly delicious.

It is nice to see the adults playing these games. I also loved how they give the coins for machines. Inside a match box. It is a bit small and you may need to wait for machines. You enjoy more if you go with your friends.

An enormous Cathedral that is going to leave you with so many positive emotions. The building breathes love and peace. If you have a chance to visit this place, do not waste it.

Can give a 6-star review if I could. This divine place, yes, divine for believers or not, Kazan Cathedral was one of the best choice to visit in St Petersburg. A mini Vatican as dubbed, our jaws were dropped all the way from it's gallery outdoors, then throughout the whole visit. Think this description has already got the interest for most people. Different to the other cathedrals in St Petersburg, Kazan has her own characters that is difficult to describe. The gallery of huge columns, the marble facets, granite floors of the size of a large public square, all gave mind-blowing visuals to any visitor stepped inside. The exhibits are well planned and placed that numerous docents could lead their tourists groups without interfering too much to other visitors like us. The besiege of the city during WWII was another key story we could learn more from. The endurance and hardship human can display is remarkable and incredible. Anyone loving art and culture will find this place fascinating and we just could not get enough of it. Even there were over a hundred of visitors inside the main chamber, we could still be awed and feel the solemnity of the church. It's like magic indeed. One will not regret going, trust your instinct.

It turned out to be one of the most peaceful and beautiful places of my trip. The architecture is grand, with the huge curved colonnade and stunning entrance that immediately catches your eye. Even from outside, it looks very majestic. Inside, the atmosphere is very calm and spiritual. The interiors are beautifully decorated with icons, paintings, and soft lighting that gives a very serene feeling. I spent some quiet time just walking around and soaking in the peaceful vibe. It’s also located right on Nevsky Prospekt, so it’s easy to visit while exploring the city. For me, it was a lovely experience and definitely worth stopping by if you’re in St. Petersburg. A beautiful cathedral with a very calming energy.

Such a beautiful, grand process. A truly stunning church Kazan Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral of Our Lady of Kazan, on Nevsky Prospekt. The church was built between 1801 and 1811 under the direction of architect Andrey Voronikhin and its design was inspired by St. Peter's Basilica in Rome, featuring a large colonnade and a large central dome. The interior of the church is decorated with beautiful mosaics and icons, making it a must-see cultural and religious site. The photos don't really do the church's exterior justice, they only capture a portion of it, you have to come and see it for yourself.

While it seems it gets less attention than other churches in town, this gem located in the Nevsky prospect is a must see.

A really beautiful Cathedral Kazan Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral of Our Lady of Kazan, on Nevsky Prospect. It was constructed between 1801 and 1811 under the direction of architect Andrey Voronikhin and the design was inspired by St. Peter's Basilica in Rome, featuring a grand colonnade and a large central dome. The interior of the cathedral is adorned with beautiful mosaics and icons, making it a must see cultural and religious site. The photos do not really do justice to the beauty of the Cathedral.

The Kazan Cathedral in St. Petersburg is a magnificent neoclassical masterpiece, with its grand colonnaded façade and towering dome. It's a must-see landmark in the city, and here's why: Exterior: * Architectural grandeur: The cathedral's imposing exterior is a testament to its importance and beauty. The white façade and colonnades create a striking contrast against the surrounding cityscape. * Historical significance: Built in the early 19th century, the cathedral commemorates the victory over Napoleon and houses the tomb of Field Marshal Mikhail Kutuzov. Interior: * Spiritual atmosphere: The cathedral's interior is a serene space with beautiful frescoes and icons. It's a place of worship and reflection for many. * Religious relics: The cathedral houses a copy of the famous icon of Our Lady of Kazan, which is a significant pilgrimage site for Orthodox Christians. Additional points: * Free admission: The cathedral is free to enter, making it accessible to everyone. * Guided tours: Guided tours are available for those who want to learn more about the history and architecture of the cathedral. Overall: The Kazan Cathedral is a stunning example of Russian neoclassical architecture and a significant religious site. Its impressive exterior and serene interior make it a must-visit attraction in St. Petersburg.

What a wonderful place to learn about Russia’s greatest poet Alexander Pushkin. This museum is located at the poet’s apartment. Visitors can only enter the museum with a tour guide or an audio guide paid for at the entrance. Inside the museum, visitors learn in detail about Pushkin and the last four months of his life and his tragic deaths.

I was on a guided tour for this one. The guide told the very compelling story of Pushkin and his life estranged by the politics of that era. Beautifully maintained, in a VERY nice area.

I love Pushkin. I love the museum. Rude staff, they are bit aggressive when making comments that you stay too long, too close, don't touch, don't go there, its not allowed to step on the carpet... I was unlucky to get inside along with college students. They seemed to be bored of being there and I "enjoyed" a river of rude comments of those old ladies. Nightmare! There must be a better way to protect exhibit. And take audioguade, its better...

Pushkin was a beloved Russian author, who died from fighting a duel. The museum is of his apartment and artifacts. You wear a headset that guides you thru the different parts of the building. It also tells about him and his family, and the events leading up to his death. You can't take photos inside, but there is a lovely garden, with a nice statue of him. Many people have there photograph taken in front of the statue.

the staff were very kind, and this place can educate you a lot on Pushkin's life. you will be able to see his handwritten work and illustrations, along with his old furniture. I have lived in Saint Petersburg for almost a decade now, and it was very interesting to learn about the culture, and go more in depth and learn about one of the greatest poets. I recommend for any tourists, since it isn't crowded, and you can get an audio guide with many languages. prices are also suitable. it is free for students.

I suggest you to come here and see the last place where Alexander Pushkin leaved before his last duel. Especially this place is good in winter, because it will add you feelings of that time. You'll be impressed by huge number of things that were saved till now. And, of course, you'll get something new from the life of the great poet, who made too much, but lived not enough.

Do river cruise it is the best way to see everything make sure you bring someone with you that speak Russian otherwise you mait not know what the guide is talking about . Hope they updated their tours for non Russian speaking tourists.

Great meeting place to start your adventure into the hermitage. Costumed characters Expect a good tip for photographs. Respect the local custom. They’re trying to make a living too.

It's very likely that you will visit the hermitage meuseum if you are in st petersburg. This monument is right outside the museum and it's quite impressive given that the massive column is standing alone on it's own weight without being fixed with any mechanism. The area is very scenic and perfect for photography. Definitely should check it out.

Beautiful one block granite column, in the middle of the palace square facing the winter Palace and Hermitage, many musicians are performing there day and night

An impressive column of marble, carved from a single block that is prominent in Palace Square. Notice the detailed relief sculptures on the 4 sides of the pedestal. Apparently, it's not fixed down, just stands erect under it's own weight!

One of the interesting things to see at Palace Square in St. Petersburg is the Alexander Column which is situated in the centre of the square between the Winter Palace and the Building of the General Staff. The monument was constructed between 1830-34 by French architect Auguste de Montferrand and is named after Emperor Alexander I who ruled Russia from 1801-1825. It is red granite and 24.5 meters tall, topped by a statue figure of an angel holding a cross. The pedestal is quite decorative with bas-reliefs on each side. The column is flanked by two lamp posts and there is a cast iron railing around the monument. Collectively, it makes for an attractive monument arrangement. In the end, if you enjoy monuments, this is a nice one to see. You can take nice pictures by standing right in front of the General Staff building. Here you see the Alexander Column in front of the Winter Palace building.

Palace square is the main area in saint Petersburg. Recommended place for fun . It's the main tourist attraction.

Went there in the middle of winter but it was even more beautiful in snow. It was amazing to stand in front of a monument dedicated to one of the world's greatest rulers & conquerors.