Other top spots include the Street Art Museum for works by modern Russian artists like Kirill Kto, as well as Kabinet, an atmospheric jazz bar reminiscent of 20th-century St Petersburg. For a bird's-eye view, go up the Aerolift, a stationary air balloon that overlooks the city. The 19th-century Church of the Saviour on Spilled Blood, with its iconic onion domes, is also a must-see. History buffs can explore the halls of the baroque-style Winter Palace, the former home of emperors. Head out for some peace and quiet and stay on the artificial island of New Holland, an up-and-coming neighbourhood with plenty of green spaces, cafés and summer festivals.Ī typical St Petersburg visit combines art, history and culture. Nevsky Prospect is also very central, with bustling streets filled with restaurants and bars – perfect for foodies. Vasilievsky Island makes up the historic centre, and is within easy reach of Imperial-era attractions such as St Andrew's Cathedral.
St Petersburg's neighbourhoods each have their own unique charm.
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Some hostels in St Petersburg come with fully equipped kitchens for making your own meals, while others offer free activities like city tours, where you can mingle with other travellers. Several St Petersburg hostels have their own bars and nightclubs, so you can socialise after a day in the city. You can stay in a St Petersburg hostel overlooking the peaceful Fontanka River, in a hostel that doubles up as an art space, or in retro-themed dorms that take you back to the '60s and '70s.
After dark, the city has a variety of nightlife to discover, such as the dive bars on Dumskaya Ulitsa. There's plenty to admire indoors too, from art galleries to Russian ballet performances. Walk its streets to take in the kaleidoscopic colours of its Soviet, Baroque and Neoclassical architecture. Witness the spirit of the Russian Revolution in St Petersburg, an Imperial capital steeped in over 300 years of history.
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