What to see in Saint Petersburg and Peterhof, Russia (Photo Journal)

I was in Saint Petersburg, Russia, for the last week of March 2017. The second largest city in Russia, a former capital of the empire and a cultural capital of this majestic nation, has a lot to offer.

What to visit in Saint Petersburg? I already wrote about the city’s most well-known and fascinating attractions, but now I want to convince you by showing some moments from my trip there.

Like most tourists, I got there by plane(1.5h) from Moscow. There is also a fast train ( takes about 4 hours) from Moscow to St. Petersburg and a night train (8 hours).

My only tip, which I will always mention, is to VISIT RUSSIA IN THE SUMMER! It was very cold, and it’s such a pity not to walk around and discover as many streets and hidden corners as possible because it’s so eye-pleasing.

Saint Petersburg – Photo Journal

Of course, the most visited place in Saint Petersburg is the Church of the Savior on Blood.

The communist symbols are everywhere, especially in the metro stations.

I was using the metro the day before a bombing attack. I was shocked when I found out the next day. Unfortunately, the world is not always as it should.

The Hermitage Museum – The Winter Palace of the Russian Emperors. The second biggest museum in the world and the largest painting collection. Take your time and enjoy it! I recommend visiting the Diamond Fund. It’s a guided tour, which happens only once a day.

The weather was playing tricks on me. It started snowing by the time I got out, although the morning was sunny. Thanks, 1st of April!

Peterhof, Russia – The summer palace

Peterhof is 20 km from Saint Petersburg. A bus ride away from the city. Make sure to be clear about where you need to get off so the driver can tell you (although they don’t speak English). I missed it the first time. Took another hour to get back.

As you can tell, it was very cold at the end of March. I can only imagine the amazing gardens in the summer.