St Petersburg Vacation
About St Petersburg
An ancient city filled with magnificent architecture, stunning scenery and an exceptional array of heritage sites, St. Petersburg has become one of the most popular tourist destinations in Russia. Sitting right on the border with Finland, the icy city has long been a cultural capital of the region. Containing over 200 museums, an enormous number of theatres and opera houses, as well as a breathtaking array of churches, palaces and gardens, it is a must see for those interested. Beyond this, it has an exceptional nightlife, due in part to the length of its nights, with a huge number of bars and clubs available to the curious visitor. Discover here the best offers for Flight + Hotel to St Petersburg.
Things to do and places to visit in St Petersburg
Weary travelers first arriving from flights to St. Petersburg will be welcomed by the warm charm this part of the world is famous for. From fine dining to rustic inns with wood burning fires, you can be sure of a relaxing first evening. After, an exceptional welter of cultural sites are available for you to visit, with the stunning Church of the Savior on Blood a jewel in the crown of the city. Featuring excellent examples of over three centuries of different architectural styles, the city is a mosaic of historic Russian and Baltic culture. At night, the city lights up with many performances, and the bars and clubs are considered to be some of the best in the region.
When in St. Petersburg be sure to:
- Look around the stunning Church of the Savior on Blood, one of the most exquisite cathedrals in Europe
- Visit the superb collections housed at the Hermitage Museum
- Enjoy the long nights at the exceptional range of bars and clubs in the city
- Explore the collections in the Kunstkamera, one of oldest and best-stocked museums in Russia
- Take in a show at the world-famous Mariinsky Theatre
- Walk the grounds of the beautiful St. Petersburg State University
- Stroll around the beautiful Summer Garden, one of the oldest gardens in the city
- Sample the excellent local cuisine
- Explore the beautiful, wild countryside of the northern Baltic
- Attend opera and ballet performances by some of the most highly regarded performers in the world
Airports in St Petersburg
St. Petersburg is serviced by Pulkovo International Airport. It is the third busiest airport in Russia, handling over 13 million passengers annually.
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Pulkovo International Airport
Top Carriers
Top carriers that serve the airport include: Aeroflot, Rusline and Ural Airlines.
Location
The city is situated 14 miles south of the city center.
Transportation
There are road and rail access points to the terminal. Marshrutka minibuses run from the city center and there are also numerous shuttle buses. There are also taxi hire and car rental services available both from the airport and the city center. The terminal is also accessible via a train station located approximately 15 minutes from the airport.