Peterhoff (Petrodvorets)
Peterhoff is 30km to the West of St.Petersburg. The palace and park complex with its unique array of fountains is considered to be one of the most beautiful in the world. The park began to take shape in 1705 during Peter I’s reign. In addition to the Grand Palace, the complex also includes the “Monplaisir” and “Marly” Palaces and the Hermitage Pavilion.

Pushkin (Zarskoye Selo)
The town of Pushkin, which was called Tsarskoye Selo until 1917, is 24 km south of St.Petersburg. It was the residence of the tsars from the beginning of 18th century onwards (from the mid-18th to the early 19th centurya palace and park complex were built, including the Catherine and Alexander Parks).
The Catherine’s Palace is one of the best examples of Russian baroque.

Pavlovsk
Former residence of Emperor Paul I. Pavlovsk is 27 km south of St.Petersburg
The Palace was built in the classic style by the architect Cameron and Brenna. For 10 years Johann Strauss performed with an orchestra in the building of the Musical Station (burned down during the Second World War), which was built for passengers on Russia’s first railway.

Duration: 3-4 hours (trip to one of the palaces)

Price per person in USD/EU: 50 (1 pers.), 27 (2 pers.), 20 (4 pers)