Enjoy the city sightseeing tour with the visit of the most famous fortress in Russia. This fortress was born with the city itself. Discover the great fortified walls, ravelins and the cathedral where Russian Emperors are buried, including the first Emperor Peter the Great, founder of the city. Listen to mysterious stories about tsars and their tombs, the famous last emperor Nicolas II and his fatal rein. The prison of the Peter and Paul Fortress, formerly somber and gloomy place, can be only compared to the famous Bastille of Paris. It witnessed imprisonments of many famous people of different epoques. One of the most renowned prisoners was the so-called Princess Tarakanova, self-styled heiress of the Russian throne. One of the most beautiful and fine women in Europe of the Gallant epoque, this adventuress died in the fortress claiming rights to the throne. Now the silhouette of the Peter and Paul Fortress, former symbol of the Emperors power, is the main landmark of St.Petersburg.
Open: Thur-Mon 11.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m., Tues to 4.00 p.m.
Location: Peter and Paul Fortress
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| CLASSICAL ST. PETERSBURG EXCURSIONS |
HIGH SEASON* |
LOW SEASON** |
| Tour № |
Tour Name |
Duration |
Transport |
1 person |
2-4 |
5-6 |
7-12 |
1 person |
2-4 |
5-6 |
7-12 |
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City sightseeing tour & Peter and Paul Fortress visit |
3 hours |
private transport |
53, |
55, |
24, |
23, |
50, |
29, |
21, |
19, |
Prices includes:
- All admissions and entry fees
- Services of a buddy-guide and museum guides
- Minibus for the duration of the trips
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