St. Petersburg, Russia
What to see at St. Petersburg and how to fit it into a Russia trip.
Quick answer
Russia's imperial 'Window on Europe' — the Hermitage, Peterhof fountains, and White Nights of summer.
Best season for Russia: May–September (European Russia); Jan–Mar (Baikal ice). Recommended trip length: 10–14 Days.
About St. Petersburg
Russia's imperial 'Window on Europe' — the Hermitage, Peterhof fountains, and White Nights of summer.
St. Petersburg is one of 13 places we cover in Russia, and falls on day 2 of our 5-day Russia plan. A 5-day Russia trip from Mumbai costs about ₹47,000 per person at budget stays with return flights.
More places to visit in Russia
- Red Square
- Hermitage
- Lake Baikal
- Red Square & Kremlin
- Hermitage Museum
- Trans-Siberian Railway
- Moscow Metro
- Bolshoi Theatre
Questions about St. Petersburg
What is St. Petersburg?
Russia's imperial 'Window on Europe' — the Hermitage, Peterhof fountains, and White Nights of summer.
When is the best time to visit St. Petersburg?
Russia's best season is May–September (European Russia); Jan–Mar (Baikal ice), which is the best window for St. Petersburg too.
How many days do I need in Russia to include St. Petersburg?
Trripah recommends 10–14 Days for Russia. St. Petersburg fits into a normal itinerary without extra days.
Can Trripah include St. Petersburg in a Russia package?
Yes. Tell us your dates and group and we add St. Petersburg to a Russia plan with flights, hotels and transfers, usually within 24 hours.