Private St. Petersburg City Tour - All Must See Sites with Friendly Local Guide

Summary

Your private sightseeing tour of St. Petersburg starts at the time of your choosing with prior request. Please list any special interests you have (art, architecture, history, culture) at the time of booking to alert your guide, so that he or she can better prepare for your private experience. Your guide picks you up at your hotel, and then together you hit the streets to experience the city on foot. Some places you can see include Kazan Cathedral, St. Isaac’s Cathedral, and the Winter Palace. You can walk down Nevsky Prospect, the main street in St. Petersburg, and stroll through one of the city’s largest and oldest shopping centers. Because this is a private tour, your guide alters his commentary based on your interest, so not only will you get to see what interests you most, but you’ll also get to hear about it, too. When your tour ends, your guide takes you back to your hotel.

Tour info

Duration
5 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
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Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

This 5-hour private St Petersburg tour is best way to enjoy the legendary city of Gogol, Pushkin and Dostoevsky and to walk through the most historical sights of the city.  Meet your knowledgeable local guide in hotel lobby who can customize the tour for you. Then, set on a historic journey to uncover many secrets about the local history and life. On this walking tour you will see the city's main attractions and monuments and get an inside perspective on the local landmarks. Explore Kazan Cathedral, Church of Our Savior on Spilled Blood, Palace Square, Beloselsky Beloozersky Palace, Anichkov Palace, monument to Catherine the Great, beautiful bridges, canals and striking equestrian statues. Drop into Eliseev Emporium for the mouth-watering desserts and chocolate souvenirs. Try the best coffee in the coffee capital of Russia. Finish the tour with a traditional lunch in literary cafe (not included in tour).

What’s included?

  • All taxes

  • Friendly local guide

  • Private tour

  • Multiple start times available

  • Expert advice where to go and what to do after the tour

  • Iconic places for photo shoot

  • Flexible customizable itinerary

  • Must-see attractions and off the beaten path

  • Meeting in the hotel lobby

  • Food and drinks

  • Entrance fees (if any, based on your preferences)

  • Gratuities

  • Entry/Admission - The State Museum St. Isaac’s Cathedral

  • Entry/Admission - The State Hermitage Museum

  • Entry/Admission - The General Staff Building

  • Entry/Admission - New Michael Palace

  • Entry/Admission - Marble Palace

  • Entry/Admission - Laval House On The Angliyskaya Embankment

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 5h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas

We are serious about taking extra precautions to stop the spread of this virus by practicing regular hand washing and sanitization. We practice social distancing measures through providing private tours only.This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Friendly Local Guides

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Fun private tours of Moscow, Saint Petersburg, New York, Paris and Los Angeles. Fun facts, off the beaten path and a local friend as your guide

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