City Tours in St Petersburg

St. Petersburg, Russia's second city, boasts a plethora of must-see landmarks. Orient yourself and see the city's architectural highlights on this 4-hour walking tour, ideal for first-time visitors. Tick off Nevsky Prospekt, one of Russia's most famous streets, St. Petersburg Palace Square (Dvortsovaya Ploshchad), and the iconic Peter and Paul Fortress, a 300-year-old citadel home to royal tombs and museums. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

See the sights of St Petersburg on a city tour with a private guide who makes sure you don't miss the top landmarks and attractions in the former Russian capital. Learn about three centuries of history as you travel through the city by private vehicle to visit palaces, cathedrals, squares and more, including the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, the Hermitage Museum and the Fortress of Saints Peter and Paul. Over the course of the day, you'll hear about Russian royalty, admire the ornate architecture and take in the atmosphere of grandeur.

Learn the story behind Faberg e and the Russian jeweler's limited number Faberg e eggs on a private tour of St Peterburg's Faberg e Museum. Join an expert guide on a fascinating look into the museum's collection, which includes 9 stunning and unique imperial eggs created exclusively for Russian tsars. Other artworks range from snuff boxes to classic Russian paintings. The museum is located within St Petersburg's neoclassical Shuvalov palace.

Enjoy St Petersburg in a day with a private tour that takes in some of the city's top attractions. Choose between a visit to the onion-domed Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, Peter and Paul Fortress or St Isaac's Cathedral. Later, embark on a guided walk-through of the Hermitage Museum - a six-building complex that includes the mint-colored Winter Palace, where Russian emperors once resided, and houses the world's largest collection of paintings. Marvel at works by Monet, Van Gogh, and Goya and stroll through a interior replica of the Vatican.

When your ship docks in St. Petersburg, see the most of the city that's possible in one day with this 9-hour shore excursion. Admire the fountains of the Peterhof and visit the Hermitage, Church on Spilled Blood, and Faberg e Museum. Plus, enjoy a panoramic city tour and River Neva cruise. This small-group tour, usually with a maximum of 15 guests, includes lunch for groups of eight or more, plus port pickup and drop-off.

Give St. Petersburg's architectural treasures the attention they deserve on a full-day walking tour, with a private guide all to yourself. Traveling by foot and metro (own expense), experience all the must-sees and some lesser-known landmarks of the city center. Take in Palace Square and the Hermitage and Winter Palace; see the Church of the Spilled Blood, and stroll down Nevsky Prospekt and river banks to see palaces, cathedrals, bridges, and more.

Get to know the 'Venice of the North' on a private full-day tour of St Petersburg, complete with skip-the-line Hermitage entry. Start with a sightseeing overview of the city, stopping at such landmarks as Peter and Paul Fortress"•the birthplace of St Petersburg"•St Isaac's Cathedral, Palace Square and the onion-domed Church on the Spilled Blood. Enjoy lunch at a traditional Russian restaurant (optional), then set out for a visit to the Hermitage Museum"•home to the planet's largest collections of paintings, including works by iconic artists like Monet, Rembrandt and van Gogh.

Treat yourself and your loved one to a romantic, 1-hour evening limousine tour of beautiful St Petersburg. Sink into a plush limousine with your partner, and savor sparkling wine and fruits as an experienced chauffeur drives you around the sights. Admire floodlit landmarks such as the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, trace elegant canals, and cruise the embankments of the River Neva past glittering bridges, spires and palaces. Upgrade to include flowers for your partner, for a professional photographer to snap photos, or to enjoy both extra options.

Glide through St Petersburg in a beautiful Soviet-era car on a 4-hour private panoramic tour. Hop inside a gleaming, vintage auto with a private guide and separate driver, and admire the landmarks from the comfort of your head-turning classic. See Palace Square and the Bronze Horseman statue of Peter the Great; admire the sights along the River Neva; and enjoy photo stops at must-sees such as Kazan Cathedral and the former KGB headquarters. Tell your guide if you want to tailor your itinerary - it's customizable to your interests.

Experience St Petersburg's many sights and attractions from the comfort of a private vehicle. Set out on a sightseeing tour of the 'Venice in the North' with an expert guide who will fill you in on the city's intriguing history along the way. Drive along Nevsky Prospect"•St Petersburg's main thoroughfare"•and stop at such landmarks as St Isaac's Cathedral, Peter and Paul Fortress, the onion-domed Church on the Spilled Blood and Palace Square, posing for pics and learning their unique stories as you go.

Savor the fairy tale atmosphere of winter-time St. Petersburg on this private 6-hour tour. Take a panoramic tour of the sights and canals draped in snow and ice and, during the holiday season, their Christmas lights. After lunch (own expense), leave the city for Pavlovsk Palace, the one-time residence of Tsar Paul I. Tour the palace and admire the snowy wonderland of surrounding Pavlovsk Park. Hotel or cruise port pickup and drop-off included.

Experience the best of St Petersburg and learn about the city's incredible history on this 3-hour sightseeing tour. With an expert guide, admire the historical highlights of Russia's most beautiful city, from the glorious Winter Palace and stately Nevsky Prospect to its graceful canals and bridges, all from the comfort of a minivan or car. Upgrade to add a visit to the Peter and Paul Fortress, St Isaac's Cathedral, the Hermitage or all three, along with lunch, after your tour.Numbers are limited to six for a more personalized experience.

Delve into the world of Russian fine art with a guided tour of the State Russian Museum. Enjoy convenient, skip-the-line access to this superb collection of Russian art that spans over 1,000 years. See some of the museum's most renowned paintings, sculptures and more including the 12th-century painting, Angel with Golden Hair, and Karl Brullov's The Last Day of Pompeii, learning about these incredible works of art from your guide as you go.

Get to know St Petersburg like a local with a full-day walking tour led by a resident guide. Learn about the city's landmark sights and hidden gems little known to tourists as you explore its streets. Stroll along Nevsky Prospect"•the city's main thoroughfare"•visit its squares and cathedrals and marvel at the unique architecture along the way. You'll also enjoy a ride on the metro, a system with palatial stations that are works of art within themselves, en route to Peter and Paul Fortress"•the birthplace of St Petersburg.

Explore St Petersburg's imperial sights on a day tour that takes you from Catherine Palace in Tsarskoye Selo to Pavlovsk Palace. See the famous Amber Room, stroll through elaborate gardens, take in lavish architecture and enjoy a traditional Russian lunch. At the end of the day, you have the option to enhance your experience with a boat ride on the Neva River.

View St Petersburg's iconic highlights on this 3-hour small-group tour with an informative guide. Travel around the sites in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle; stop to visit must-sees including the Peter and Paul Fortress and Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood. Admire the sweeping views from the Spit of St Basil Island, and see the Nevsky Prospect, Winter Palace and more, as your guide recounts the revolutions and events of the city's 300-year-old history. Perfect for first-time visitors, the tour is limited to six people for a more personalized atmosphere.

Enjoy a private sightseeing tour of St Petersburg, then spend some time shopping for souvenirs. This specialized excursion brings both popular activities together into one overall itinerary. First, see some of the city's top attractions via private vehicle including the onion-domed Church on the Spilled Blood, the Bronze Horseman and magnificent Palace Square. Then embark on a separate shopping outing complete with an English-speaking guide will can point out the best places for purchasing everything from locally manufactured porcelain to caviar and chocolate.