Catherine Palace

One of the most famous palaces in Russia and popular St. Petersburg tours is Catherine Palace. It construction started in 171. It was constructed from a stone and is known as a "stone palace" in history. When the construction of a palace was complete there were a great celebrations, where 30 canons shoot 3 times and all aristocrats and royal family were there.

With time and new emperiors palace was gaining even more beauty. In 1756 famous architector of that time Rastrelli showed imperior Elizabeth the remodeled main building. It was stated as a most gorgeous building of the XVIII century. Only on it front decoration was used more then 100 killograms of gold. There were more then 100 different statues of lions, titans and other ornament on it front yard

Palace was a center of royal life where not only inportant government decisions were made, but also biggest balls, and beautiful carnivals took place. Later it was restructured inside and everything was telling about the majestic Russia and the mighty of it warriors. Rooms were more like museum that telling about huge battles, victories, power, and glory. Visit Russia most go around seeing this place.

Tours to St. Petersburg

St. Petersburg is one of the most beautiful and mysterious Russian cities, the development of which is closely connected with the history of Russia. Various tours to St. Petersburg Russia travel are organized for the tourists wishing to see this wonderful city. During the tours in St. Petersburg the tourists will admire the beauty and architectural styles of past centuries, as most of the sights in the historical center of the city represent the 18th century, when St. Petersburg was the capital of Russian empire.

The St. Petersburg tours will take tourists to various monuments, palaces and cathedral representing the history and cultural heritage of the country. St. Petersburg has always been a famous attraction for the tourists. St. Petersburg is not only a historical city, but also an important port in Russia from where for many Russia cruise starts. On both banks of the Neva river several ports are located.

St. Petersburg is a city of wonderful sights, each of which represent a real masterpiece, so tourists making tours in the city, will surely admire them all.

Tours to the famous palaces of St. Petersburg

The 18th century was marked by the construction of numerous palaces in St. Petersburg, most of which preserved till our times. Taking St. Petersburg tours you will see some of the palaces were turned into museums, such as the Winter Palace, the others into hotels, but the architectural style of the 18th century was preserved.

Different kinds of Russia tours are organized to the most famous palaces in St. Petersburg, such as the Peterhof and the Yusupov Palace, each of which is really magnificent.

The Yusupov Place represents a mixture of architectural styles and décor, as every epoch had its own impact on this wonderful palace. The rooms of the palace are decorated with taste and are very luxurious, as the palace belonged to Prince N. Yusupov, who was one of the richest person in the whole Empire.

Peterhof is the most beautiful palace in St. Petersburg. It belonged to Russian tsar Peter the Great. A lot of Russian cruise goes through this sight. This palace is also called “Russian Versailles” for its wonderful and luxurious décor and wonderful gardens, designed in French fashion.

Unforgettable vacations in St. Petersburg

St.Petersburg is the most popular tourist attraction in Russia. The city offers all kinds of entertainment for the tourists interested in Russia cruises and sights. The city is full of architectural and historical sights, most of which are included in the World Heritage Site of UNESCO.

St. Petersburg is a city situated on rivers, that is why is sometimes called the “Venice of North”. Unforgettable Russian river cruises are organized in St. Petersburg, which will take you the different parts of the city. River cruises give a chance to get acquainted with Russia culture and its cultural heritage.

St. Petersburg is famous for its museums, art-galleries and theatres. Mariinsky opera House and Maly Drama theatres are the most popular theatres in St. Petersburg. Every performance in these theatres are always a great success.

Russia vacations in the most beautiful Russian city will surely become unforgettable, as it has everything for a good and comfortable rest.

Entertainment in St. Petersburg

St.Petersburg is one of the rare Russian cities, which offers all kinds of entertainment. The city is full of cinemas, theatres, pubs and nightclubs, where tourists can spend their free time. Numerous cafes and restaurants of St.Petersburg will offer tasty Russian food and drinks of all kinds. Information about them could be easily found in St. Petersburg Russia hotels.

Most of the movie theatres in the city show modern Russian and western films. Chrystal palace is one of the best cinemas in the city, which is designed in an American way. The cinema has three different kinds of halls, offering comfortable seats , as well as popcorn and soda. It usually cost much less of Russian money then in other Europian countries. Another popular cinema in the city is the Cinema House (Dom Kino), which shows not only modern, but also classical films of all kinds.

Temple bar is one of the recently opened pubs in St.Petersburg. It offers wide variety of drinks, including English beers, Dutch and Irish beers, as well as other popular drinks. Mollie’s Irish pub is one of the most popular pubs in St. Petersburg, which attracts not only local population, but also tourists who visit Russia.

Hotels in St. Petersburg

Planning a vacation in St. Petersburg tourists must first make arrangements in one of the city’s hotels. St. Petersburg hotels offers wonderful services starting from the most luxurious to the cheapest hotels. Most of the hotels are located in the historical center of the city, near most popular sights.

Angleterre Hotel is one of the best five stars hotels in St. Petersburg and among Russia hotels. The hotel was built in the 19th century and fully reconstructed in 2003. The hotel offers perfectly decorated rooms with all amenities and facilities included.

Petro Palace Hotel and Novotel St. Petersburg Center are among the best four-star hotels of the city. Both hotels offer the best business and entertainment opportunities, so tourists will have a good time there.

There are also family Russia hotels in the city, where various facilities and services for a family rest are included. These hotels are extremely popular among tourists visiting St. Petersburg with children.