Saint Petersburg is one of the most famous destinations in Russia. It has various nick-names: the cultural capital of Russia, Northern Venice, and Northern Capital. It is a city filled with very charming attractions, the tour guides from PrivateGuide will acquaint you with.  

Saint Petersburg is famous for its splendid architecture. The greatest artists, sculptors and architects worked together to create the city's unique look. One of the best and remarkable historic examples is the fortress of Peter and Paul. The Palace Square, one of the most beautiful architectural ensembles in the world, is not less interesting. The personal guides show you St. Isaac`s Cathedral, which is an outstanding monument of late Russian Classicism. The tour guides offer you to enjoy the colourful multi-domed Church of the Resurrection.

The tourists are fascinated with numerous historic buildings, including the marvelous cathedrals and churches. The local guides take you to numerous museums, like the Hermitage, one of the world's greatest art galleries, and the city's foremost attraction, and the Russian Museum, which contains three thousand paintings by Russian artists. There are also the Blockade Museum, which acquaints the visitors with the documents of the Nazi occupation during WWII, and the Pushkin Flat-Museum, which has the artifacts and works of the great poet.

Besides the magnificent architecture, one can enjoy beautiful nature, as Saint Petersburg is divided into several parts by means of some rivers: the Neva, the Moyka and the Fontanka. Moreover, it is a city of arched bridges and winding canals. Take into account that St Petersburg is the birthplace of Russian ballet, so do not miss splendid performances held in the Mariinsky Theatre. Do not refuse if the personal guides take you the Alexander Nevsky Monastery. Make photos next to the Church of Our Savior, topped off with the famous onion-domes, making the outside picture-perfect.

Saint Petersburg becomes even more popular during the summer months of June and July when hundreds of tourists come to see the so-called “White Nights”. It usually accompanied by music festivals and cultural events.