St. Petersburg in Your Pocket Oct/Nov 2014

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St. Petersburg
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October - November 2014
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Mellow Yellow
Autumn beyond
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Fine dining
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Discover the world
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Contents
E S S E N T I A L
C I T Y G U I D E S
Where to eat 28
Restaurants in hotels 42
Nightlife 45
What to see 48
The Essentials 48
Hermitage 49
St. Petersburgs historical outskirts 52
Old Soviet Tours 54
Where to stay 55
Interview with concierge 56
Shopping 58
Russian souvenirs 58
Expat & Business 60
The Expat Experience 60
Maps & Index
City map 62
Street index 64
Metro map 67
Moscow 65
Foreword 4
In the News 5
Arrival & Getting Around 6
City Basics 8
Language 9
Culture & Events 10
Concerts and festivals 10
Russian rock 16
Live music clubs 18
Exhibitions 20
Features
St. Petersburg theatre life 22
Krestovsky and Yelagin Islands 24
Historic dining 35
Konyushennaya area 43
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Foreword
PETROVSKAYA AQUATORIA
September is traditionally associated with education and
knowledge so what better time to hold the grand open-
ing of the historical theatrical scale model Petrovskaya
Aquatoria? This new unique exhibition is dedicated to
the history of the Nothern capital and the creation of the
Russian eet and is presented in the form of a big lay-
out of St. Petersburg in the 18th century, showing the
reconstruction of the citys most signicant sights and its
suburbs. As the most beautiful parts of St. Petersburg are
surrounded by water, there is a water lled space, which
imitates the water area of the city. Everyday guests are
welcome to come to the Admiral shopping center where
Petrovskaya Aquatoria is located. www.peteraqua.ru
TSE FUNG IN THE CITY
What happens when you get the founders of Buddha-Bar
and Il Lago dei Cigni, interior designs from the famous
American company Tihany and the Chinese words for
phoenix? The answer is the most anticipated Chinese res-
taurant, which will completely change your understanding
about this Oriental cuisine Tse Fung! A completely new
type of Chinese eatery, this European project has nally
made its way to the Northern capital becoming the rst
such experiment of the creators of Buddha-Bar and the rst
Russian experience for creative chef Chris Rusaban whos
spent the last 17 years working for the best Chinese restau-
rants in the Philippines, UAE and Saudi Arabia.
DIAGHILEV P.S.
This year is the UK-Russia Year of Culture so to celebrate this
joyous event, the Alexandrinsky Theater invites everyone
to the 5th International Festival of Arts Diaghilev P.S. (be-
tween November 19th and 29th) to see two outstanding
British ballet companies Sutra (choreography by Sidi Larbi
Cherkaoui) and FAR (choreography by Wayne McGregor).
The ballet Sutra involves the participation 17 Chinese
monks who bring Kung Fu techniques into the heart of the
choreography, which is then combined it with an extrava-
gant set design by the outstanding modern sculptor An-
tony Gormley. Wayne McGregors choreography has been
described as the higher mathematics of modern chore-
ography, bringing to it the latest scientic advances in the
realm of the human bodys bio-rhythms. Additionally, the
ANATOMY OF DANCE conference and performances by
the Perm Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet will also
take place. www.diaghilev-ps.ru
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HAPPY UNITY DAY
November 04 is Russias Day of Popular Unity. This national
holiday is a new old holiday having been celebrated for
the rst time in 1649 and commemorates the victorious
uprising in 1612 by Minin and Pozharsky which ejected
the Polish forces from Moscow. Celebrated every year from
1612 up until 1917, the holiday was resurrected in 2005. It is
viewed by most observers as a replacement holiday for the
now-abolished holiday of November 7 which commemo-
rated the Revolution. Creating the confusion of how to you
congratulate someone on this holidayHappy Unity Day!
LE BARON OPENING
Two good friends Andre and Lionel from Paris and their
loyal team of artists, musicians, designers, fashionistas and
travelers quickly tired of the predictable electronica scene
that so captivated Europe at the start of the new millen-
nium. So in 2004 they decided to throw their own eccentric
live-show parties called La Johnson. Very soon these par-
ties became immensely popular with the Parisian crowd so
the parties moved to a larger and more permanent venue
which came to be known as Le Baron, where the musical
mix ranged from Greg Boust to Francoise Hardy to Joy Divi-
sion to The Beatles and the likes of Scarlett Johansson and
Leo DiCaprio were among the guests. Now its time to ex-
port the fun and madness so get ready, Le Baron is coming
to St. Petersburg this November! www.facebook.com/
lebaronstpete
Across the meadows whirling blow
The yellow leaves of fall;
No verdure in the woodlands now,
The dark green pine is all.
Beneath the boulders hanging crest,
No more on beds of owers
The ploughboy seeks his midday rest
From hot laborious hours.
Sadly the wild wood creatures go
To hidden coverts deep;
The moon is dim; the meadows glow
In silver mist asleep.
The words from this poem were penned by one of the
greatest Russian writers of all time, Mikhail Lermontov, and
are dedicated to autumn, the most beautiful yet the most
underrated season in St. Petersburg. Its during the crispy
autumn days so full of cool sunshine, high blue skies and
changing leaves that St. Petersburg is at its best. And what
better way to immerse yourself in the kaleidoscope of
autumn colors than by exploring St. Petersburgs imperial
suburbs?
While the temperatures outside are quickly cooling, St. Pe-
tersburgs cultural scene is heating up: theaters and concert
halls are kicking o the season with fascinating programs
and a never-ending list of premiers. Going to the theater
during your stay in St. Petersburg is an absolute must so
turn to our special theater feature (pages 22-23) to see
whats on. If getting your leather biker coat and Dr. Martens
out is how you prefer spending your time, then going to
one of the rock concerts (check pages 16-17) in the capi-
tal of Russias rock scene is sure to be a truly head-banging
experience.
So, regardless of what you enjoy, the Northern Capital al-
ways has loads of treats in store for its visitors. Enjoy read-
ing and dont forget to share your impressions with us at
www.facebook.com/StPetersburgInYourPocket!
Ksenia Elzes, Russia In Your Pocket
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E S S E N T I A L
C I T Y G U I D E S
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Arriving & Getting Around Arriving & Getting Around
St. Petersburg has excellent public transport. The metro sys-
tem is amazing - attractive and ecient, it is the fastest way
to get across town or into the central city. If you nd Cyrillic
a bit of a squiggle, youll love the metro as it has translitera-
tions for all the stations. To navigate your way from the met-
ro station to your destination you have a choice of buses,
minibuses (marshrutky), trolleybuses and trams - these are
less user friendly but once you know the routes and when
to get o, they make getting around the city a breeze. If you
want to hop into something a little more comfortable, you
can always take a taxi.
ARRIVING IN TOWN
ARRIVING BY BUS
St. Petersburg has several bus stations, so make sure you
know where you are going before you leave.
The central bus station (www.avokzal.ru) is a bit out of
the way at Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo kanala 36, which is
a short taxi-ride (around 200-300Rbl) to the centre of town
and about a 15-minute walk to metro Ligovsky pr.
Eurolines buses (www.eurolines.ru) arrive at Baltiskaya
metro station where you can take a taxi or just enter into
the metro system. To nd your way into the city centre
make a bee-line for Nevsky Prospekt. Some bus companies
have stops at the citys main hotels. The proliferation of bus
companies operating out of St. Petersburg means that you
could be dropped o at a number of dierent bus stops.
The main rule of thumb is to nd your way to the nearest
metro station or take a taxi.
ARRIVING BY CAR
Are you driving your car all the way to Russia? Remem-
ber the following: your National and International Drivers
licence, registration and insurance documents for the car
and, of course, your passport with a valid Russian visa. At
the border, ask for an Immigration Card and make sure it is
stamped! Stay on the main roads, as you might get pulled
over for accidentally straying into a military zone (no, that is
not a joke). Trac police (recognizable by or or
) might also ne you for not having a re extinguisher,
a rst-aid kit, or for exceeding the speed limit, which on the
highway varies between 80 and 110 km/h.
The normal procedure for pumping gas is that you rst pay
for a certain amount and then start lling up your tank.
The Traffic Police have stops when you enter a new zone
of jurisdiction. You are required to proceed slowly and
there is a chance you might get pulled off. Dont overpay
the traffic police: the official penalty for driving 20-40km
too fast is 300Rbl, for 60km over the limit, it costs be-
tween 1000 and 1,500Rbl. Driving through a red light
will cost 700Rbl and not wearing a seatbelt will cost
500Rbl. Most of the policemen do not speak English,
which might make things difficult, or perhaps very easy.
In towns the speed limit is around 60 km/h, but road
conditions often force you to drive more carefully and
thus more slowly.
ARRIVING BY PLANE
St. Petersburgs international terminal Pulkovo is located
in the south of the city (metro Moskovskaya). The airport
oers the usual shops and restaurants within the terminal
building and hotels nearby. Keep your eyes open for the
ATM machines and money exchanges (obmen valyuty) if
you urgently need some roubles. If you want to relax with
a coee and cake before being collected or trying to nd
your way into the city, be aware that the airport prices have
been known to cause heart failure!
Getting into town: To get into the city centre you can take
Bus 39 or mini-bus (marshrutka) 39 to Moskovskaya
Metro Station (seven stops it will take 15-25 minutes
depending on trac) and then take the metro into town
(another seven stops in the metro about 15-20 minutes).
Once you are in the metro system you can get to most parts
of town quickly. Keep you eyes open for maps of the metro
system if you need to nd a particular station.
If you choose to take a taxi, beware of the airport taxi driv-
ers! They are notorious for overcharging, asking 1500Rbl
and up for the 18-km ride to the city centre. Always agree
on a fare before getting in, keeping in mind that a reason-
able price shouldnt exceed 700-800Rbl.
ARRIVING BY TRAIN
Arriving in St. Petersburg by train is convenient. All the train
stations are located next to metro stations, so you simply
need to step o the train and enter into the bowels of St.
Petersburgs underground system and nd your way to the
metro station nearest your destination.
Vitebsk (Vitebsky) station is the destination for trains from
the Baltic States and Eastern Europe. Trains from Finland
arrive at the Finland (Finlyandksy) station and Ladozhsky
station, while Moscow (Moskovsky) station is the hub for
Moscow bound trains. Long distance trains within Russia
arrive and depart from Moskovsky and Ladozhsky stations.
There are taxi stands outside every station and the drivers
there usually charge less than the ones waiting to pounce
on the station platforms. If you are arriving from midnight
onwards be prepared for city transport diculties. The met-
ro system will be closed for the night, so better take a taxi.
Departing St. Petersburg by train: If youd just like to get
out of the city for the day, local trains (electrichky) cheaply
connect the villages and suburbs to St. Petersburg. Elec-
trichky to Gatchina, Lomonosov and Peterhof depart from
Baltic (Baltiisky) station, from Finlyandsky you can visit
Viburg, and Pushkin and Pavlovsk are covered by Vitebsky.
There may be no toilets, but if you forgot to bring ice cream,
band-aids or knife sharpeners a vender might be wander-
ing the aisle with just what you need.
BALTISKY STATION
QC-4, Nab. Obvodnogo kan. 120, MBaltiskaya, tel.
(+7) 812 457 28 59, www.ozd.rzd.ru.
FINLYANDSKY STATION
QE-1, Pl. Lenina 6, MPl. Lenina, tel. (+7) 812 436 67 46,
www.ozd.rzd.ru.
LADOZHSKY STATION
QZanevsky pr. 73, MLadozhskaya, tel. (+7) 812 436 53
10, www.ozd.rzd.ru.
MOSKOVSKY STATION
QE-3, Nevsky pr. 85, MPl. Vosstaniya, tel. (+7) 812 457
44 28, www.ozd.rzd.ru.
VITEBSKY STATION
QD-4, Zagorodny pr. 52, MPushkinskaya, tel. (+7) 812
457 59 39, www.ozd.rzd.ru.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Petersburg residents get around the city using a variety of
transport options. The fastest and most ecient is the met-
ro. On above-ground transportation you can buy tickets
from the conductor or driver (25Rbl for bus, tram, trolley-
bus) and up to 35Rbl for a marshrutka (mini-bus). All forms
of transport work from around 06:00 to just after midnight.
Ocial taxis are inexpensive by European standards and
there is also the possibility of getting an independent
driver.
St. Petersburgs metro is one of the deepest in the world
and one of the most beautiful. Central stations and those
on the red line are particularly impressive, featuring tons
of Soviet symbology in bronze, glass and stone. Its also
fast and ecient and, during peak time, you wont need
to wait more than three minutes for a ride. The metro runs
from 06:00 till around 00:30. First, youll need to buy a to-
ken (zheton). Zhetons cost 28Rbl and can be bought from
the window labelled kassa. There are ve dierent metro
lines, and to change lines, you usually need to change sta-
tions. There are underground passageways linking adjacent
stations like Sadovaya/Sennaya Pl. and Nevsky pr./Gostiny
Dvor. When you arrive at a station, it can be dicult to see
the name of where you are. You will hear the arrival station
announced, followed by the name of the next stop. This
can be confusing, so its best to count your stops. In rush
hour, the metro can get a bit hectic and its at this time you
can see Petersburgers at their very worst: pushing, shoving
and queue-cutting.
Buses and trolleybuses are another option and they have
the advantage of allowing you to take in the architecture of
the city, sometimes very slowly and often over the leather-
covered shoulders of a local commuter. Scrolling banners
above the drivers cabin will list the next destination. Many
also feature pre-recorded announcements for the current
and following stop. Routes are indicated on window plac-
ards positioned on the side of each bus and trolley.
The marshrutka is a mini-bus taxi which follows a xed
route. The marshrutka concept emerged in the 90s as a
reaction to overcrowded public transport. These days,
they go just about everywhere within the city and out to
the suburbs. Sadly, they no longer run on Nevsky, which
disconnects them from much of the centre. They have set
departure points, but otherwise, when you see the number
you want, just hail it down like a taxi. To pay, hand your fare
(up to 35Rbl) to the driver or to the person in front of you.
When you want to get o, yell out loudly, ostanovite pozha-
luista, and the driver will come to a screeching halt.
TAXIS
Taxis in St. Petersburg are relatively cheap. If you phone a
legitimate taxi company, youll be quoted an exact price for
the journey. Unfortunately, not all of these companies have
English-speaking operators but in many big companies
you can book a taxi online:
Angel Taxi, (+7) 812 777 20 10, www.angel-taxi.com
Taxi 068, tel. (+7) 812 068, www.taxi068.ru
Taxi 7000000, tel. (+7) 8127000000, www.taxi7000000.ru
New Yellow Taxi, (+7) 812 600 88 88, www.peterburg.
nyt.ru
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City Basics
POCKET DICTIONARY:
NET SLOV!
No words! As you wander around the many wondrous
buildings or through the treasure-lled halls of the Hermit-
age, you may nd yourself lost for words. If someone says to
you, Shto vy dumaete?(what do you think?), a good reply is
U menya net slov, odni emotsi (I have no words, only emo-
tions). We think this phrase will come in handy at any time,
in a museum, as you wander around the city or even if you
nd yourself on a crowded metro train at peak hour!
REGISTRATION
Remember that you must be registered within 7 days of
your arrival in Russia (excluding weekends and public holi-
days). Hotels are legally obliged to register you within 24
hours of arrival. Many travel agencies can also register you.
If you dont get registered on time, you can expect serious
problems when leaving, ranging from paying a fee, to miss-
ing your ight while ocials interrogate you.
MONEY
The national currency is the rouble (Rbl). Banknotes come
in denominations of 50, 100, 500, 1,000 and 5,000. Rouble
coins come in 1, 2, 5 and 10Rbl. There are 100 kopeks to a
rouble and kopek coins come in 5, 10 and 50. Its illegal to
pay in dollars or euros. Find ATMs at most metro stations,
banks and large hotels.
FOREIGNER PRICES
The foreigner price is a hangover from the good old days
of Intourist-organised Soviet travel. At some theatres and
museums, foreigners are required to pay two to ve times
more than the Russian price. Ouch! These institutions insist
that Russian tickets are subsidised with foreigners paying the
real price. If you have a document (propusk), which says you
work or study in Russia, you can usually get the local price.
ALCOHOL
The traditional Russian alcoholic drink is of course vodka.
The most traditional way to drink it is straight as a shot, fol-
lowed by a salty snack. Beer (pivo) is now the most popular
alcoholic drink in Russia and Sovietskoye shampanskoye
(Soviet champagne) is the national party drink. Take note
that you cannot buy alcohol in shops that is above 0,5%
between 22:00 and 11:00.
Language
BE ON GUARD!
Avoid attracting unwanted attention by not speaking
loudly in your mother tongue, or walking the streets
if you have been drinking. If you are of African, Arab,
or Asian descent exercise caution, particularly at night.
02 - Emergency hotline. If you have problems and
dont speak Russian it may be better to call the Eng-
lish language tourist helpine 8 800 303 05 55 and
(+7) 812 303 05 55.
The Tourist Information oce, Ul. Sadovaya 14, can
help you le a police report. Your consulate can help
you if your passport has been stolen. The police here
generally look for any excuse to ne you, so photocopy
your passport and visa. Make sure that you always carry
a few photocopies; if the police stop you (they check
Russians all the time too) then show them the photo-
copy rather than the original.
The St. Petersburg Times is the premier English-lan-
guage newspaper in St. Petersburg, Russia. Published
weekly, the newspaper covers local, national and inter-
national news as well as business, the arts, sport, en-
tertainment and much else that is of interest to both
residents and visitors to Russias cultural capital.
Issued every Wednesday, the paper features expert
commentary on the countrys changing political and
economic landscape and provides valuable insight
into the issues that frequently grab the worlds atten-
tion. Available at St. Petersburgs top hotels, restaurants
and business centers citywide, as well as at important
international events.
USEFUL PHRASES
Basic frases
No/Yes Net/da /
Hello Zdrastvuite
Goodbye Dasvidaniya
Thank you Spasibo
Sorry/excuse me Izvinite
Please Pazhalusta
I don't understand Ya ne panimayu
Do you speak
English?
Vy gavaritye
pa-anglisky?

-?
Help! Pomogitye! !
I don't want Ya ne khachu
I (don't) like it
Mnye (ne)
nravitsa
()
May I? Mozhno? ?
Do you have...? U vas est? ...?
I don't know Ya ne znayu
How much is it? Skolko stoit? ?
Good Khorosho
Today Sevodnya
Tomorrow Zaftra
Toilets Tualet
Stop here please
Ostanavite
pazhalusta
,
When? Kogda? ?
What time is it? Katory chas? ?
Of course Koneshno
Happy Holidays! S Praznikom! !
Password Parol
NUMBERS
1 adin 11 adinatsat 30 tritsat
2 dva 12 dvinatsat 40 sorok
3 tri 13 trinatsat 50 pyatdesyat
4 chetyre 14 chetyrnatsat 60 shesdesyat
5 pyat 15 pyatnatsat 70 semdesyat
6 shest 16 shesnatsat 80 vosemdesyat
7 sem 17 semnatsat 90 devyanosta
8 vosem 18 vosemnatsat 100 sto
9 devyat 19 devyatnatsat 500 pyatsot
10 desyat 20 dvatsat 1000 tysicha
ALPHABET
A Z P CH
B I R SH
V Y S SHCH
G K T Y
D L U E
E M F YU
YO N KH YA
ZH O TS , no sound
Culture & Events Culture & Events
17.10 FRIDAY
CELEBRATION OF ROMANCE
Now and again all of us need a little romance in our lives.
So what better way to ll our souls with love and pas-
sion than with a ne dose of romance music performed
by some of the most acclaimed Russian musical theater
performers? Swooning voices will ll Oktyabrsky Big Con-
cert Hall to bring the 17th edition of the by now annual
and beloved Celebration of Romance - the St. Petersburg
Autumn gala concert to the Northern Capitals audience.
Peoples artists of the Russian Federation Yuriy Laptev and
Larisa Lusta, together with a great many merited artists,
will be accompanied by Yuriy Krylovs masterful baton to
grant the soul what it so yearns on a gloomy autumn day
- the nest of Russian romance music! Each melody, each
musical note is meant to inspire and give the gift of sonic
pure pleasure.QE-3, Oktyabrsky Grand Concert Hall, Li-
govsky pr. 6, MPl. Vosstaniya, tel. (+7) 812 571 69 52,
www.kovzel.ru. Tickets 400 - 1,600Rbl.
18.10 SATURDAY
20:00 PAROV STELAR
The creation of Austrian musician and producer Marcus
Freder, Parov Stellar Band, combines jazz, soul and pop
in a live set up that includes a driving rhythm section and
horns. Having gained experience DJing in the late 90s,
Freder later gained success producing under his own
name, and since 2005 has pulled the strings at the centre
of his own live group, featuring vocals from Cleo Panther.
With a tighter sound than ever, the band bring their raw
energy to St. Petersburg on the back of new release, Clap
Your Hands - EP.QD-1, Club A2, pr. Medikov 3, MPetro-
gradskaya, tel. (+7) 812 309 99 22, www.parovstelar.
com. Tickets 1,300 - 3,800Rbl.
24.10 FRIDAY
20:00 LENNY KRAVITZ
After the release of lead single Chamber from Lenny
Kravitzs forthcoming tenth studio album Strut fans will
be eager to see the man himself in action in St. Petersbur.
As if writing, producing, arranging and playing all the in-
struments on his records wasnt enough, Kravitz is an un-
forgettable performer, winning the Grammy for Best Male
Rock Vocal Performance for a record four years in a row
and also appears in the hugely successful Hunger Games
lm series.QLedovy Dvorets, Pr. Pyatiletok 1, MPr. Bol-
shevikov, tel. (+7) 800 555 07 70, www.lennykravitz.
com. Tickets 1,800 - 4,500Rbl.
Welcome to the cultural capital of Russia!
After a days hoofing it through the finest museums and
historical locations, you can watch a play, ballet, opera,
circus performance, rock or pop concerts any and every
night you choose.
THEATRES
ALEXANDRINSKY THEATRE
QE-3, Pl. Ostrovskogo 2, MNevsky pr., tel. (+7) 812 312
15 45, www.alexandrinsky.ru.
IMPERIAL HERMITAGE THEATRE
QD-2, Dvortsovaya nab. 34, MAdmiralteiskaya, tel.
(+7) 812 966 37 76, www.balet-spb.ru.
MARIINSKY THEATRE
QC-3, Teatralnaya pl. 1, MSennaya pl., tel. (+7) 812 326
41 41, www.mariinsky.ru.
MIKHAILOVSKY THEATRE
QD-2, Pl. Iskusstv 1, MNevsky pr., tel. (+7) 812 595 43
19, www.mikhailovsky.ru.
SAINT PETERSBURG OPERA
QC-3, Galernaya ul. 33, MNevsky pr., tel. (+7) 812 315
67 69, www.spbopera.ru.
STATE THEATRE OF MUSICAL COMEDY
QD-3, Italyanskaya ul. 13, MNevsky pr., tel. (+7) 812
570 53 16, www.spbmuzcomedy.com.
CONCERT HALLS AND CLUBS
CLUB A2
QD-1, Pr. Medikov 3, MPetrogradskaya, tel. (+7) 812
309 99 22, www.a2.fm.
CLUB COSMONAVT
QD-4, Bronnitskaya ul. 24, MTekhnologichesky Insti-
tut, tel. (+7) 812 303 33 33, www.cosmonavt.su.
GRAND PHILHARMONIC HALL
QD-2, Mikhailovskaya ul. 2, MNevsky pr., tel. (+7) 812
710 42 90, www.philharmonia.spb.ru.
JAZZ PHILHARMONIC HALL
QE-3, Zagorodny pr. 27, MVladimirskaya, tel. (+7) 812
764 85 65, www.jazz-hall.spb.ru.
JFC JAZZ CLUB
QE-2, Shpalernaya ul. 33, MChernyshevskaya, tel. (+7)
812 272 98 50, jfc-club.spb.ru.
LEDOVY DVORETS
QPr. Pyatiletok 1, MPr. Bolshevikov, tel. (+7) 812 718
66 20, www.newarena.spb.ru.
OKTYABRSKY GRAND CONCERT HALL (BKZ)
QE-3, Ligovsky pr. 6, MPl. Vosstaniya, tel. (+7) 812 275
13 00, www.bkz.ru.
SMALL PHILHARMONIC HALL
QD-3, Nevsky pr. 30, MNevsky pr., tel. (+7) 812 571 83
33, www.philharmonia.spb.ru.
SPORT CONCERT COMPLEX (SKK)
QPr. Gagarina 8, MPark Pobedy, tel. (+7) 812 378 17
10, www.spbckk.ru.
YUBILEINY SPORTS PALACE
QC-2, Pr. Dobrolyubova 18, MSportivnaya, tel. (+7)
812 702 36 22, www.yubi.ru.
OCTOBER EVENTS
03.10 FRIDAY
20:00 SOPHIE ELLIS-BEXTOR
A diva in the truest sense of the word, Sophie Ellis-Bextor
is coming to the Northern capital on October 3rd to bring
you a colorful mix of pop rock, alt rock, nu disco and synth
pop that will make you dance and groove like theres no
tomorrow to hits like Groovejet (If This Aint Love), Mur-
der on the Dance oor and Take Me Home. This lovely
Brit never tires of experimenting so in case youve already
seen her, you can be sure that you can always expect
something new from the artist who once even overtook
Madonna in the British and European charts!QD-1, Club
A2, pr. Medikov 3, MPetrogradskaya, tel. (+7) 812
309 99 22, www.sophieellisbextor.net. Tickets 800 -
4,000Rbl.
05.10 SUNDAY
TEMPTATION
Its ok to give in to temptation here and thereso save the
date for October 5th, when St. Petersburgs dance theater
Temptation will be throwing a huge party in honor of its
5th birthday at the Ice Palace. Expect lots of razzle-dazzle,
fantastic lighting elements and unforgettable emotions
from the various performances - each one unique and so
dierent from the one before - lled with energy, drive,
passion and a declaration of love via the incredible plastic-
ity of the human body. The culmination of the evening will
be a unique performance under the rain, where streams of
water will be poured over the dancers.QLedovy Dvorets,
Pr. Pyatiletok 1, MPr. Bolshevikov, tel. (+7) 921 770 00
72, www.iskushenie.su. Tickets 1,000 - 2,500Rbl.
You can buy tickets for many events at
www.kassir.ru and www.bileter.ru
JULIET AND ROMEO
19.11 WEDNESDAY - 21.11 FRIDAY
Watching a live musical in a theatre but in 3D might
seem like a unrealistic idea, but the Polish director
Janusz Josefowicz has made it a reality. In a ash of
inspiration he tried what no one had tried before,
to combine a live musical with a state of the art 3D
background, giving the impression that the perform-
ers are truly immersed in the world around them. The
world premiere of a 3D musical like this was the hugely
popular Pola Negri in Josefowiczs hometown of War-
saw and on the back of this the new Juliet and Romeo
musical will come to St. Petersburg in November. The
complex process requires 20 metres of space behind
the stage background to project the imagery, and giv-
en that the whole thing is backlit, the performers cast
no shadow on the backdrop, furthering the illusion of
reality. Teased with breathtaking graphics from the
superb Pola Negri and sneak previews of Juliet and
Romeo, viewers can undoubtedly expect a mesmeris-
ing dramatic experience surrounded and immersed
by the shows dazzling graphics, thunderous sound
and sheer energy in what is a chance to catch a grass
roots performance of this truly unique and astonishing
new theatrical concept.QD-1, DK Lensoveta, Kamen-
noostrovsky pr. 42, MPetrogradskaya, tel. (+7) 812
994 99 09, www.jumeo.ru.
19.11 WEDNESDAY
19:00 SARAH BRIGHTMAN
You would be hard pushed
to list the achievements of
English classical crossover
soprano Sarah Brightman,
but pointing to her inspira-
tional roles in the Andrew
Lloyd Webber musicals
Cats and The Phantom of
the Opera and that she has
sold over 30 million records
to become the best selling
soprano of all time wouldnt be a bad start. From winning
the Grammy award for Best New Classical Artist in 1986,
Brightman has received 180 Gold and Platinum awards in
over 40 countries worldwide, and her latest album Dream-
catcher is hailed as her strongest yet.QE-3, Oktyabrsky
Grand Concert Hall, Ligovsky pr. 6, MPl. Vosstaniya,
tel. (+7) 812 380 80 50, www.sarahbrightman.com.
Tickets 1,200 - 12,000Rbl.
27.10 MONDAY
20:00 THE NEIGHBOURHOOD
The new American band on the world indie rock scene,
The Neighbourhood, have injected their catchy single
Sweater Weather into general consciousness from the
much anticipated debut album I Love You. released in
April 2013, on the cusp of a rising trajectory from their
two previous EPs. The bands polished sound has seen
them touring worldwide on the back of the albums
success, and after receiving much love from the Peter-
burzhtsy on their rst visit the band can expect an en-
thusiastic welcome back when they return to A2 club.
QD-1, Club A2, pr. Medikov 3, MPetrogradskaya, tel.
(+7) 812 309 99 22, www.thenbhd.com. Tickets 1,200
- 2,500Rbl.
28.10 TUESDAY
BOLLYWOOD EXPRESS
The bright star studded show Bollywood Express will
make its rst long anticipated appearance in Russia on 28
October. Dazzling colours, costumes and dancing make
this a breathtaking spectacle which has enjoyed enor-
mous popularity in France, originally written by an Indian
journalist living in Paris. A tale of love where a naive young
French journalist is greeted in Mumbai on her rst visit
to India by a local man keen to show the vibrancy of real
Indian culture, the shows constant momentum will leave
your heart racing.QE-3, Oktyabrsky Grand Concert Hall,
Ligovsky pr. 6, MPl. Vosstaniya, tel. (+7) 812 918 85 17,
www.ohproekt.ru. Tickets 1,000 - 4,000Rbl.
NOVEMBER EVENTS
04.11 TUESDAY
19:00 RUKI VVERKH
The legendary Russian pop group Ruki Vverkh! have attracted
the whole nations attention with their constant run of big
hits since 1996, and will send the crowd wild with a perfor-
mance celebrating their 18th birthday at Ledovy Dvorets.
Regardless of age, the groups big tunes appeal to those of all
backgrounds, and the unmissable forthcoming performance
will be sure to include all favourites, old and new. Touring all
over the world, performing as many as twenty concerts a
month or more, and recording new material, this will surely
be a popular highlight on their home turf.QLedovy Dvorets,
Pr. Pyatiletok 1, MPr. Bolshevikov, tel. (+7) 812 303 33 33,
www.rukivverh.ru. Tickets 1,100 - 2,200Rbl.
04.11 TUESDAY
20:00 GUSGUS
One of the three great
pillars of Icelandic music,
along with Bjrk and Sigur
Rs, GusGus have released
eight studio albums since
their formation in 1995,
and are currently pro-
moting their new album
Mexico. The rolling roster
of those involved with the
group include musicians,
producers, lm makers and performers, and the band even
kick started the career of the singer Emiliana Torrini. They
have remixed the likes of Bjrk, Sigur Rs, Depeche Mode
and Moloko, and their current album promises to combine
all their diverse inuences from synthpop to trance.QD-1,
Club A2, pr. Medikov 3, MPetrogradskaya, tel. (+7) 812
309 99 22, www.gusgus.com. Tickets 1,500 - 3,000Rbl.
06.11 THURSDAY - 09.11 SUNDAY
CRAZY HORSE
The legendary Paris caba-
ret is coming back to St.
Petersburg for a special
four-day engagement. A
special programme, For-
ever Crazy, has been cre-
ated specically for the
St. Petersburg audience.
Since its founding in 1951,
this symbol of Paris has
been attended by more
than six million people. The Crazy Horse always brings to
the stage fantastic costumes scantily clad over beautiful
bodies, choreographed dances, modern design. The ten
numbers choreographed specially for this engagement
promise to tantalise and titillate.QD-1, DK Lensoveta,
Kamennoostrovsky pr. 42, MPetrogradskaya, tel. (+7)
812 918 85 17, www.lecrazyhorseparis.com. Tickets
1,800 - 7,500Rbl.
09.11 SUNDAY
19:00 ELTON JOHN
Perhaps best to simply
point at the mans title
as a Knight of the Realm,
nothing less than several
pages of countless acco-
lades could do the six time
Grammy award winner Sir
Elton John justice, and his
return to St. Petersburg
at Ledovy Dvorets will
be met with as much en-
thusiasm as anywhere. With 40 albums to his name, this
Follow the Yellow Brick Road tour celebrates one of the
best of them, 1973s magnicent Goodbye Yellow Brick
Road, after whose release the man became the legendary
Elton John we know and love today.QLedovy Dvorets, Pr.
Pyatiletok 1, MPr. Bolshevikov, tel. (+7) 800 555 07 70,
www.eltonjohn.com. Tickets 1,800 - 15,000Rbl.
09.11 SUNDAY
20:00 ONE REPUBLIC
Soaring to stardom from humble beginnings on MySpace,
OneRepbulic took the musical world by storm with the
single Apologize, remixed by Timbaland, reaching num-
ber one in sixteen countries and earning a Grammy nomi-
nation. Following up their platinum rst album Dream-
ing Out Loud in 2007 with 2009s Waking Up, the band
returned from a three and a half year hiatus to produce
Native in 2013, sparking a huge worldwide tour which
brings them to St. Petersburg.QD-1, Club A2, pr. Medikov
3, MPetrogradskaya, tel. (+7) 812 309 99 22, www.
onerepublic.com. Tickets 1,800 - 6,000Rbl.
18.11 TUESDAY
19:00 NINO KATAMADZE
From a platform of great domestic popularity in Georgia,
Nino Katamadze has become a real star of jazz further
aeld, and will bring her ensemble The Insight and own
unique heart warming voice to the northern capital. Typi-
cally eortlessly combining traditional jazz with the colour
of her own Georgian culture, Katamadze will even team up
with a real orchestra under the baton of Nikoloz Rachveli
as a special treat for her St Petresburg fans, making this a
special performance not to be missed.QE-3, Oktyabrsky
Grand Concert Hall, Ligovsky pr. 6, MPl. Vosstaniya,
tel. (+7) 812 380 80 50, www.nino-katamadze.com.
Tickets 1,000 - 5,000Rbl.
CIRQUE LOIZE
18.10 SATURDAY - 25.10 SATURDAY
Visits from the world-famous Cirque de Soleil are
eagerly awaiting notwithstanding Russias own
mastery of the Big Top, the international troupe from
Canada never fails to deliver a show-stopping event in
its own right. In 2014, meanwhile, audiences are be-
ing treated to a new spectacle. Cirque loize, a spin-o
founded in 1994, has long earned a great reputation
for pushing the boundaries of circus art and has al-
ready thrilled Moscow audiences with its Rain show.
This time we get Cirque loize iD, a modern-day Ro-
meo & Juliet from the heart of the urban jungle. A cut-
ting-edge contemporary soundtrack and a dazzling
stage show bring together a fresh new take on an eter-
nal love story. Combining the grace of ballet with the
breathtaking showmanship of a top acrobat, the pro-
duction is set to wow audiences in Russia just as it has
in dozens of cities around the world. October brings
just eight St. Petersburg dates book early! QA-1, SK
Sibur Arena, Futbolnaya alley 8, MKrestovsky Os-
trov, www.cds.ru. Tickets 1,000 - 3,500Rbl.
19.11 WEDNESDAY
20:00 ROXETTE
Fans of the Swedish duo, Roxette, will have been thrilled
to hear that after the 25th anniversary of the groups rst
US No. 1 hit, The Look, the band announced a worldwide
tour to start in Russia in October. Having sold a stagger-
ing 60 million records worldwide, racking up big hits and
gold and platinum awards in countries all over the world,
St. Petersburgs Ledovy Dvorets is privileged indeed to
kick o what promises to be a hugely popular tour, and
fans can only keep their ngers crossed for a new album
in the pipeline.QLedovy Dvorets, Pr. Pyatiletok 1, MPr.
Bolshevikov, tel. (+7) 800 555 07 70, www.roxette.se.
CINEMA
If you are looking for a night at the movies without
having to play some sophisticated form of charades to
work out whats going on - we have good news for you.
There are now movie cinemas in St. Petersburg that
show movies in English or their original language. If
you are looking for a truly English experience you cant
go past the Angleterre which now shows all movies
in English with Russian subtitles. Formula Kino also
show some lms in English as does Avrora. Dom Kino
shows art house movies and you can expect to come
across movies in all sorts of languages. So if you want to
chill out with a good movie in English or practice one
of your other languages, check out these cinemas and
enjoy a night at the movies.
ANGLETERRE CINEMA LOUNGE
QD-3, Hotel Angleterre, Mal. Morskaya ul. 24,
MAdmiralteiskaya, tel. (+7) 812 494 59 90, www.
angleterrecinema.ru.
AVRORA
QE-3, Nevsky pr. 60, MNevsky pr., tel. (+7) 812 942
80 20, www.avrora.spb.ru.
DOM KINO
QE-3, Karavannaya ul. 12, MNevsky pr., tel. (+7)
812 314 56 14, www.domkino.spb.ru.
FORMULA KINO GALERIA
QE-3, Galeria Shopping Centre, Ligovsky pr. 30A,
MPl. Vosstaniya, tel. (+7) 800 250 80 25, www.
formulakino.ru.
Nikolaevsky Palace, 4a pl. Truda, St. Petersburg
Telephone: +7 (812) 312 55 00, 312 88 58
e-mail: ofce@folkshow.ru
www.folkshow.ru
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21.11 FRIDAY
19:00 KEN HENSLEY EX-URIAH HEEP
The legendary founder and songwriter of the British band
Uriah Heep, Ken Hensley, will bring the bands greatest hits
to this classic 1920s concert hall. Well known as one of the
big four seminal hard rock bands from the 70s, along with
Led Zeppelin, Deep Purple and Black Sabbath, Uriah Heep
have sold an impressive 40 million albums worldwide. The
bands cult following continues today and Hensley contin-
ues to tour worldwide.QGorkogo Palace of Culture (DK
Gorkogo), pl. Stachek 4, MNarvskaya, tel. (+7) 812 252
75 13, www.ken-hensley.com. Tickets 600 - 2,500Rbl.
21.11 FRIDAY
RHYTHM OF THE DANCE
This Irish dance groups name, Rhythm of the Dance, truly
reects their highly acclaimed act - the thunderous but per-
fected tapping of shoes in their take on traditional Irish folk
dancing, will keep a whole hall rapt with attention. Nomi-
nated by IQ magazine as Best Dance Show the group even
go beyond their colourful energetic dance routines and per-
form live music on stage over two hours of unmissable ac-
tion. Combining traditional values of Celtic dance with new
stage technology, the company perform over 200 shows a
year and might leave you so inspired as to tap dance all the
way home.QE-3, Oktyabrsky Grand Concert Hall, Ligov-
sky pr. 6, MPl. Vosstaniya, tel. (+7) 812 918 85 17, www.
rhythmofthedance.com. Tickets 1,000 - 4,000Rbl.
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15.11 SATURDAY
20:00 NESCHASTNY SLUCHAY
Despite the groups name translating as Unfortunate Ac-
cident, it is certainly no accident that the Russian alterna-
tive rock band have achieved such acclaim nationwide. As
well as vast domestic popularity the group has stretched
their tours to Finland, Spain, Germany, Czechoslovakia, the
UK and USA. Formed in 1983 by the two Moscow State
University students Aleksey Kortnev and Valdis Pelsh, the
group has since released thirteen albums and brings thirty
years worth of well loved music to A2 in St. Petersburg.
QD-1, Club A2, pr. Medikov 3, MPetrogradskaya, tel.
(+7) 812 309 99 22, www.ns.ru. Tickets 800 - 3,500Rbl.
16.11 SUNDAY
20:00 SURGANOVA & ORCHESTRA
An array of talented mu-
sicians hopping nimbly
between electronic and
acoustic instruments earned
Surganova & Orchestra a
2004 nomination for best
live band and the victory of
the prestigious FUZZ maga-
zines song of the year award
added to the success of over
100,000 sales of their rst
album, Neuzheli ne ya. Blurring the lines between classical
and rock, it is indeed Surganovas alter ego the violin which
is most often called for at gigs. The new album Igra v Klas-
siki (translation: Hopscotch) reects this genre straddling and
oers more genuinely original compositions.QD-1, Club A2,
pr. Medikov 3, MPetrogradskaya, tel. (+7) 812 309 99 22,
www.surganova.su. Tickets 1,000 - 3,500Rbl.
30.11 SUNDAY
20:00 TARAKANY!
Tarakany! is the word for cockroaches in Russian but it
is also the name of one of Russias most prominent and
beloved punk bands headed by the one and only Dmitriy
Sid Spirin. Though a band with a lengthy history, Taraka-
ny! have always stayed true to themselves and that means
a rm, recognizable sound, energetic performances and
a down to earth kind of cool that makes people from all
sorts of layers of society - students, journalists, freaks and
even Cannes nominees - keep coming back for more posi-
tive energy and vibes!QD-4, Club Cosmonavt, Bronnits-
kaya ul. 24, MTekhnologichesky institut, tel. (+7) 812
303 33 33, www.tarakany.ru. Tickets 700 - 1,500Rbl.
RUSSIAN ROCK
Russias love of real rock music shows no sign of letting up
soon, especially not in the cultural capital. Legendary big
players in the game like Kalinov Most, Piknik, Bi-2, Chizh
& Co and Naiv keep returning for sellout tour after sellout
tour and names like Neschastny Sluchay and Surganova &
Orchestra keep the genre constantly refreshed. What seems
like something of a takeover of the citys great music ven-
ues tempts you with more than enough choice for a night
of rock music to remember.
05.10 SUNDAY
20:00 AUKTSYON
One of the most interest-
ing acts of Russias rock
scene and St. Petersburgs
nest, Auktsyon, will de-
liver a whole new show to
its hometown crowd. For
more than 20 years, Oleg
Garkusha and co. have
been creating a magical
aura with music that tran-
scends all levels of the sub-
conscious and poetry that
every true fan knows by heart. The band believes in the
here and now so it is impossible to predict how a par-
ticular concert will turn out - happy or sad, philosophical
or punky.QD-4, Club Cosmonavt, Bronnitskaya ul. 24,
MTekhnologichesky institut, tel. (+7) 812 303 33 33,
www.auktyon.ru. Tickets 800 - 2,000Rbl.
05.10 SUNDAY
20:00 KALINOV MOST
To be often hailed as the
rst Russian folk rock band
is no mean feat for the
hugely popular group
Kalinov Most. Founded
in 1984 in Novosibirsk by
Dmitry Revyakin, the group
is heavily inuenced by tra-
ditional Russian folk music,
and the bands name itself
refers to a bridge between
the living and the dead from Russian folklore and has now
taken a mythological signicance of its own due to the
groups nationwide acclaim. The gig at A2 celebrates Revya-
kins 50th birthday, and will include a plethora of new songs
from a king of Russian folk music.QD-1, Club A2, pr. Me-
dikov 3, MPetrogradskaya, tel. (+7) 812 309 99 22, www.
kalinovmost.ru. Tickets 700 - 1,500Rbl.
11.10 SATURDAY
19:00 PIKNIK
Despite the concerts epigraph of Being a stranger every-
where, forever a stranger in the world... taken from a song
from the new album Chuzhestranets released this year, the
infamous Russian rock band Piknik are certainly no strang-
ers in St. Petersburg. Founded back in 1978 by Edmund Shk-
lyarsky, the band have moved through genres like original
Russian, progressive and jazz rock. Promoting new material
from the album which recently appeared at the top of the
Russian iTunes rock chart, the band will also play favourite
hits from their 36 year history.QE-3, Oktyabrsky Grand
Concert Hall, Ligovsky pr. 6, MPl. Vosstaniya, tel. (+7)
812 380 80 50, www.piknik.info. Tickets 1,300 - 4,000Rbl.
23.10 THURSDAY
19:00 CHIZH & CO
The title of Rock Fuzz maga-
zines Band of the Year in
1997 is a testament to the
Russian rock group Chizh
& Cos enduring popularity
with those from all walks of
life over its 20 year history.
Founder Sergey Chigrakov
has succeed in taking fa-
mously American blues
music and infusing it with in an unmistakably Russian soul,
and comments that he tries to create even a domestic type of
blues, whose popularity will make for a packed out Okyabrsky
hall.QE-3, Oktyabrsky Grand Concert Hall, Ligovsky pr. 6,
MPl. Vosstaniya, tel. (+7) 812 380 80 50, www.chizh.net.
26.10 SUNDAY
20:00 SMYSLOVYE GALLYUTSINATSII
Save the date for October 26th as this will be a very special
jubilee concert for a very special Russian rock band! This year,
Smyslovye Gallyutsinatsii are celebrating 25 years together
on a creative path that has taken the band through tough yet
highly productive musical stages. Blending elements of old
school rock with the new wave of Russian rock that emerged
as the Soviet Union was beginning to collapse, they have ab-
sorbed the best of classic elements as well as the progressive
tendencies of contemporary music.QD-4, Club Cosmonavt,
Bronnitskaya ul. 24, MTekhnologichesky institut, tel. (+7)
812 303 33 33. Tickets 1,000 - 3,000Rbl.
08.11 SATURDAY
19:00 NAIV
As full of energy as they were 25 yeas ago when founded
by two Russian army recruits, the fathers of Russian punk
celebrate this landmark with a grand reunion tour sending
the crowd as crazy as ever. The Petersburg fanbase will be
thrilled by all the bands classic hits as well as treated to
early airings of new songs. If that wasnt enough, the show
will be decked out with special eects and stage design
specially for this sell out gig.QD-1, Club A2, pr. Medikov
3, MPetrogradskaya, tel. (+7) 812 309 99 22, www.
naive.ru. Tickets 900 - 3,000Rbl.
14.11 FRIDAY
19:00 BI-2
Bi-2 can proudly proclaim
itself one the best loved
rock bands in the whole of
Russia and can boast the
Best rock project award
from Russian MTV and
Best rock group from the
national awards, Muz TV.
The band are promoting
their nineteenth studio album #16plyus, set for release in
the Autumn, including a collaboration with Smyslovye Gal-
lyutsinatsii and more as yet unannounced. Continuing to
surprise and amaze their reams of fans throughout Russia,
be sure to catch this exclusive chance to hear the new mate-
rial before the albums highly anticipated release.QLedovy
Dvorets, Pr. Pyatiletok 1, MPr. Bolshevikov, tel. (+7) 812
303 33 33, www.rukivverh.ru. Tickets 1,100 - 2,800Rbl.
14.11 FRIDAY
20:00 BRAVO
When the weather starts turning cold and grey on the
streets of St. Petersburg only Moscows stilyagi from Bravo
can let in some blast from the past sunshine. A band with
quite a history, Bravo has been delivering its own unique
twist of rock n roll and good old 80s music for more than
30 years now. Logically, the bands audience should have
aged with the band itself but this is not so with Bravo!
Nowadays, the bands concerts are visited by the children
of those people who did the twist at illegal discos in the
mid 1980s.QD-4, Club Cosmonavt, Bronnitskaya ul. 24,
MTekhnologichesky institut, tel. (+7) 812 303 33 33,
www.bravogroup.ru. Tickets 900 - 2,500Rbl.
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RESTAURANTS
The idea of combining some of the citys great cuisine
and the popularity of live jazz has thankfully been
nailed here in St Petersburg. At 48 chairs and Port Artur
you can eat your ll of delectable dishes from the citys
nest chefs and then sit back and digest to the jazz ac-
companiment of St Petersburgs top musicians.
48 CHAIRS
An elegant but cosy venue whose walls are crammed
with black and white photos, this is a great place to
have a sumptuous meal and catch a bit of quality live
jazz. Head chef Vasily Soldatovs improvisation in the
kitchen matches that of the citys top jazz musicians
who play nightly at 48 Chairs, taking inspiration from
so many of the worlds cuisines and combining them
in his own key signature. The drinks menu contains
an impressive selection of wines to accompany the
unique cooking and a long list of liqueurs, aperitifs
and digestifs will complete the jazz bar experience.
The vibrant cooking makes for an unforgettable meal
and youll be tempted to work your way through the
drinks list whilst reclining to some smooth blues to
become that last lingering guest for whom the res-
taurant promises to stay open.QE-3, Ul. Rubinsh-
teina 5, MMayakovskaya, tel. (+7) 812 315 77 75,
www.48chairs.com.
PORT ARTUR
Port Artur oers you the wonderful opportunity to
enjoy a lovely meal and listen to some smooth jazz
music at the same time (madnesswe know!) No
compromises are made on the quality of either. The
restaurant itself is perfectly proportioned, orientated
around a fashionable bar that makes a very classy cen-
trepiece. With such a wide variety of dishes to select,
the biggest issue we faced was narrowing down our
choices! Nonetheless, the stas rened knowledge
proved its value and the end result was simply de-
lightful. To guarantee yourself live music try and turn
up at the weekend, though it has to be said that even
without music, the atmosphere, bar and food will do
anything but disappoint.QE-3, Zvenigorodskaya ul.
12/17, MZnenigorodskaya, tel. (+7) 812 953 32 50,
www.portartur-spb.ru.
JAZZ CLUBS
JAZZ PHILHARMONIC HALL
As a reviewer one has to admit that we are often guilty
of throwing around the words Unique and Original. De-
spite this, it cannot be denied that the Jazz Philharmonic
truly is one of a kind, distinct to St. Petersburg in both its
genre of music and its atmosphere. The red lamplit tables
create a surreal setting as the musicians on stage wish you
away into the world of jazz. The intimate nature of the
venue allows the audience to connect with performers in
a way that larger venues simply could never achieve. Ro-
mantic and also full of life, if you feel the urge to dance
dont resist the temptation - theres more than enough
room! To top it o, theres also delicious cocktails, coee
and deserts available to order at a moments notice.QE-3,
Zagorodny pr. 27, MZvenigorodskaya, tel. (+7) 812 764
85 65, www.jazz-hall.spb.ru.
JFC JAZZ CLUB
The low lit assorted tables
and chairs in front of a low
stage watched over by the
jazz legends on the wall
immediately underline JFC
as the real deal. The stage
has a full kit, baby grand
and decent sound and
lighting. The bar menu,
although innovatively dis-
played over a CD case, suers from this compact format,
where only a few cocktails accompany few beers and
spirits. The ambience is that of a jazz bar that doesnt try
too hard, but eortlessly succeeds in shrouding you in a
cool jazz vibe. At full stretch, the bar can accommodate
up to a hundred audience members varying from local
jazz fanatics to opportunist tourists. Tickets on the door
will oer standing room, or a more expensive table, for a
gig that could range from jazz standards to experimental
funk from one night to the next.QE-2, Shpalernaya ul.
33, MChernyshevskaya, tel. (+7) 812 272 98 50, www.
jfc-club.spb.ru.
JIMI HENDRIX BLUES CLUB
Under the bare brick arches of an intimate bar is a jumble of
wooden tables and chairs directed towards a small stage.
The blues fans of St. Petersburg gather every night to lis-
ten to energetic performers who may even roam through
the crowd and onto tables. There is a quiet buzz to this in-
nocuous bar, frequented by true blues lovers and tourists
alike, where a big blue musical heart beats through the
cosy basement. A reasonably priced drinks menu is avail-
able, including a strong array of spirits and cocktails to sip
on to complete the experience. With its bare vintage brick
and wooden aesthetic and posters nodding to the blues
legends, the atmosphere is laid back but ared into life by
the camaraderie of enthusiastic musicians and audience
alike.QE-2, Liteiny pr. 33, MChernyshevskaya, tel. (+7)
812 579 88 13, www.hendrix-club.ru.
LIVE MUSIC CLUBS
Russias cultural capital is truly buzzing with live music.
Aside from the world famous Mariisnky Theatre, the
citys contemporary music venues more than hold their
own with other main European cities. Whether its pop,
rock, hip hop or jazz you want to see, there is something
for everyone, from the huge capacities and sound sys-
tems of Cosmonavt and Aurora to the quiet jazz bars
dotted around the city. St. Petersburg is frmly on the
map for international music tours, so be sure to catch
some world famous acts in an unforgettable venue.
A2
Its no wonder that A2 claim to be the biggest concert
venue in St. Petersburg, just take a quick look at their
past line-ups. From living legends such a Chuck Berry, to
contemporary bands such as Fall Out Boy, The Smashing
Pumpkins and The National, if there is one thing A2 do
not lack, its quality music! Its hard to believe the venue
has only been around for 2 years given how quickly it has
made a name for itself. With no fewer than 10 bars you
wont nd yourself struggling to buy a drink here. Despite
having 2 concert halls, holding as many as 5,000 people
and 1,500 people, dont wait around for a ticket, they sell
out fast!QD-1, Pr. Medikov 3, MPetrogradskaya, tel.
(+7) 812 309 99 22, www.a2.fm.
AURORA CONCERT HALL
This huge arena attracts the biggest DJs from Russia and
abroad, oering space for 2000 people and views of the
cruiser Aurora moored on the Neva from its riverside lo-
cation near Ploshchad Lenina metro station. The circular
hall opens up onto several levels providing space for 600
seated diners and a 150 strong VIP area. The venue also of-
fers a smaller hall on the second oor with its own bar and
wi, a restaurant of American and European cuisine and a
wide selection of beers. State of the art lighting and sound
systems establish this as a big deal on the live music scene
in the city. Be sure to check the place out online for up-
coming gigs.QE-1, Pirogovskaya nab. 5/2, MPl. Lenina,
tel. (+7) 812 907 19 17, www.aurora-hall.ru.
CLUB COSMONAVT
Cosmonavts cavernous hall and great stage make it a
popular destination for Russian and international big
names, like Bristols Bonobo and drum and bass DJ Benny
Page. The club is situated on Moskovsky prospekt, only
ve minutes from Tekhnologichesky Institut metro. The
hall stretches back from the stage with space for 1500
people and is anked by bars on both sides, and a large
mezzanine upper level oers VIP seats and another bar.
The double bar on the main oor saves you from heavy
queuing and oers reasonably priced drinks, and a couple
of clouded stairwells serve as a smoking area. A qual-
ity sound and lighting system means the energy really
picks up as the hall lls, underlining it as one of the citys
principal live music venues. The club is also available to
hire for private functions.QD-4, Bronnitskaya ul. 24,
MTekhnologichesky Institut, tel. (+7) 812 303 33 33,
www.cosmonavt.su.
ZAL OZHIDANIYA
The owners of Zal Ozhidaniya (the name is translated as
Waiting Room) have really taken the idea of a concert
venue and made it their own. Priding themselves on
their all-embracing attitude towards music, fans of rock,
pop, rap and indie will all nd themselves at home here.
We are not sure which is more diverse; the international
artists that perform here night after night, or the various
music lovers that follow them in. In any case, this club is
all about variety. The club is ideally located, situated cen-
trally between stations Baltiskaya and Frunzenskaya and
theres also a convenient car park for the drivers amongst
you. With a chill-out room, VIP area and plenty of comfy
sofas, dont be afraid to enjoy a moment of your feet - trust
us, the way the Russians party, youll need one!QE-4, Nab.
Obvodnogo kanala 118, MBaltiskaya, tel. (+7) 812 333
10 68, www.clubzal.com.
MANIFESTA 10
Manifesta is arguably
the most prestigious
and important art event
in Europe and has been
taking place on a bien-
nial basis for the past 20
years now. Its principle
vision was to provide
a platform for cultural
exchange across Europe, especially in the aftermath of
the Cold War. Twenty years after the rst Manifesta in
1996, over one million people have participated in the
events and enjoyed programs in which artists, cura-
tors and young professionals from forty countries have
presented themselves and their work. Many of Europes
nest cities have played host to this esteemed event,
including Rotterdam, Luxembourg, Ljublana and Frank-
furt, however we can say with pride that this year St. Pe-
tersburg has the honour of hosting the 10th Manifesta,
running until October 31st 2014.
The main events will be held in the stunning loca-
tion of the Palace Square, split with two thirds of the
events held at the General sta building and one
third held at the Winter Palace (the Hermitage). De-
spite falling under the general title contemporary art,
the range of events available for public viewing are
incredibly diverse and wide-ranging. Consequently,
in this feature we have tried our best to identify some
of the best picks from Manifesta, the events that are
truly unmissable. But to really make the most of the
this magnicent event, try and leave yourself a day
and immerse yourself in as much as you can, as there
will be countless interesting and intriguing artists,
talks and exhibitions here merely at the touch of your
ngertips! Qheck out the full program at www.
manifesta10.org
TOP TIPS
1. Every day of the Biennial, free Open tours will take
place in the General sta building at 12:00, 14:00 and
16:00.
2. Every last wednesday of the month, starting from
July, Manifesta will run a lively night show, displaying
independent artists and musicians, free with a valid
Hermitage ticket.
3. Every weekend Manifesta 10 conducts free tours of
the General sta building from 10:30 for families with
children.
4. If you want a break from Palace square, head to
Vitebsky station, another key, vibrant venue of Mani-
festa 10, the rst train station in Russia to connect east
and west.
5. Manifesta have an handy app, available to download
for free in the app store. Here is the link, enjoy! www.
Manifesta10.org/en/app/
ERARTA EXHIBITIONS
This autumn, the Erarta Museum of Modern Art has
a few very special exhibitions prepared for St. Peters-
burgs art addicts. Russia in Vogue (October 16th
- December 15th) is dedicated specially to 15 years
of Vogue Magazine in Russia. Over more than a cen-
tury long history, the pages of Vogue Magazine were
graced by more than a thousand Russian faces and
this exhibition will feature some of these portraits
ranging from Ida Rubinstein to Mark Chagall. Also,
visitors will see photo reports from fashion shoots of
iconic photographers behind the iron curtain in the
USSR. Russia in Vogue demonstrates how Russian
super models conquered the world and how many
legendary fashion collections were inspired by Russia
and Russian culture.
The next art treat from Erarta Museum of Modern
Art is the exhibition of Sergey Bondarevs works,
which will run from October 31st - November 24th.
Bondarev is famous not only as a fashion designer
who believes that fashion is not the baby sister of
art, but a form of art in its own right, but also as a
talented artist who depicts the ubiquity of fashion
within society - its glitz and glamour in social life -
in his paintings. As well as the beauty of fashion in
our everyday lives, Bondarev also portrays the cult
of consumption in a grotesquely ironic way.QB-3,
Erarta Museum and Galleries of Contemporary
Art, 29-ya liniya 2, MVasileostrovskaya, tel. (+7)
812 324 08 09, www.erarta.com.
EXHIBITIONS
THROUGH 03.11 MONDAY
VALENTIN SIDOROV. MY CALM HOMELAND
This exhibition introduces the work of Valentin Sidorov, win-
ner of the State Prize of the USSR in 1984. The exhibition
will be on display from the 3rd of September until October
2014. Born in 1928 Sidorov is an acting member of the Rus-
sian Academy of Arts and Chairman of the Union of Artists
of Russia. The exposition will display 90 of his most creative
works from 1950 to 2000. He is considered the master of the
Spiritualised landscape, with his art often pertaining to na-
ture, its eternal cycle and how it is connected to the people
of the Russian countryside. Epitomising the national char-
acter of the USSR Sidorovs work unsurprisingly addresses
the motherland, analysing the so-called Russian soul.QD-2,
Russian Museum, Benois Wing, nab. kan. Griboedova 2,
MNevsky pr., tel. (+7) 812 595 42 48, www.rusmuseum.
ru. Open 10:00 - 18:00, Thu 13:00 - 21:00. Closed Tue.
THROUGH 09.11 SUNDAY
NIKOLAI YEVGRAFOV
In honor of the 110th birthday of Nikolai Ivanovich Yevgrafov
(1904-1941) - a St. Petersburg native and a talented painter,
graphic artist and theater artist - the Museum of History of
St. Petersburg is putting a collection of his works on exhibi-
tion between September 8th and November 9th. A student
of the prominent Soviet avant-garde artist Pavel Filonov,
Yevgrafov was part of the Masters of Analytical Art group,
which played a very important role in Leningrads art scene
in the mid 1920s. Yevgrafov lived during the most dramatic
and turbulent times of Russian history - the 1917 Revolution
and the Civil War- and all this left an imprint in the artists
mind, who died on the frontline in 1941.QD-2, Peter and
Paul Fortress, MGorkovskaya, tel. (+7) 812 230 64 31,
www.spbmuseum.ru. Open 11:00 - 19:00. Closed Wed.
BEYOND FIGURATIVISM IN THE RUSSIAN ART
OF THE SECOND HALF OF THE 20TH CENTURY
The exhibition is devoted to the works of Ely Belyutin and
his followers. The 60s and 70s was a period in Soviet art
when those who did not want to conform to the norms of
the Academy of Art embarked on an independent path to
nd their artistic selves. Unlike the masters of the previous
decades (Malevich, Filonov, etc.) these new aspiring art-
ists did not have the institutions backing their vision. The
founder of this movement was Ely Belyutin (1925-2012) and
this exhibition reveals the history his art studio Novaya
realnost (The New Reality), his life and his creative strug-
gle with the help of more than 70 pieces.QD-2, Russian
Museum, Marble Palace, Millionnaya ul. 5/1, MNevsky
pr., tel. (+7) 812 595 42 48, www.rusmuseum.ru. Open
10:00 - 18:00, Thu 13:00 - 21:00. Closed Tue.
THROUGH 18.11 TUESDAY
TOGETHER AND APART THE URBAN RUSSIAN
FAMILY IN THE 20TH CENTURY
The Russian family - an
interesting way to look at
the history of Russia in the
20th century through a
more personal lens. To-
gether and apart - the ur-
ban Russian family in the
20th century shows all the
huge social and political
occurrences of the century
through the prism of the everyday routine of people go-
ing about their day to day lives. Families were all aected
by the socio-political order of the day, the extent of ur-
banization, improvements in healthcare, the ideology of
the ruling classes and so on.QD-2, Peter and Paul For-
tress, MGorkovskaya, tel. (+7) 812 230 64 31, www.
spbmuseum.ru. Open 11:00 - 19:00. Closed Wed.
IMAGES OF WAR
This year marks the 100th an-
niversary of the start of the
First World War. The Avant-
garde museum is exhibiting
30 works by notable futurist
artists, who formed an artistic
group dedicated to the re-
vival of the traditional Russian
lubok (print) in the wake of a
surge of patriotism against a common enemy. Visitors can
view posters based on the drawings of celebrated avant-
gardists Kazemir Malevich, Aristarkh Lentulov, Vladimir
Mayakovsky and David Burliuk. In addition, 14 lithographs
by Natalia Goncharova from the cycle Mystical Images of
War will be displayed.QD-1, Museum of the St. Peters-
burg Avant-garde, ul. Professora Popova 10, MPetro-
gradskaya, tel. (+7) 812 347 68 98, www.spbmuseum.ru.
Open 11:00 - 18:00, Fri 13:00 - 20:00. Closed Wed and Fri.
Features Features
ST. PETERSBURG THEATRE LIFE
You couldnt possibly come to Russias cultural capital and
not see any of its vast array of theatre, music and dance, and
with season openings everywhere now is the time to catch
an unforgettable show at an unforgettable venue.
If youve heard anything about St. Petersburg, you will have
heard of the famous Mariinsky Theatre (www.mariinsky.
ru). Opened in 1860, it was home to premieres of works
by many of the Russian greats, like Tchaikovsky, Mussorg-
sky and Rimsky Korsakov, and now enters its 232nd season.
On the site of an Equestrian Circus which burnt down, the
architect Albert Cavos designed a new opera and bal-
let theatre to be the largest in the world with a capacity
of 1,625. Appointed as the home of the Imperial Ballet in
1886 after the Bolshoy Kamenny Theatre was deemed
unsafe, the theatre was lavishly renovated and was home
to many of the premieres from the master choreographer
Marius Petipa. Originally named after Empress Maria Alex-
androvna, wife of Tsar Alexander II, the theatre was known
as the Kirov theatre throughout most of the Soviet era, but
changed to its present name in 1992, the State Academic
Mariinsky Theatre. The world renowned conductor Valery
Gergiev has presided over aairs there since 1988, with a
stream of almost constant concerts meeting the Russian
publics high demand, and these days juggles the role with
Principal Conductor of the London Symphony Orchestra
making him one of the busiest and certainly best travelled
conductors around today.
Those looking for a classic Mariinsky experience will jump
straight to the timeless Swan Lake in the theatres season
programme, opening on 26 September. Inspired by the
ballet writing of Delibes, Tchaikovsky composed most
of the ballet in just one year, using the idea of Leitmotif,
famously made popular in Wagners operatic writing, to
bring out distinctive melodies weaving the story together.
Despite the premiere in 1877 being something of a op,
the ballets enduring popularity means it will surely never
leave the Mariinsky, and this years production is based on
the Kirovs own 1950 premiere of Konstantin Sergeyevs
choreography. More from the revered Tchaikovsky comes in
the form of the opera Eugene Onegin, the Kirovs own 1982
version, with helpful English subtitles to guide you through
the full length of this Russian masterpiece. Alexander Gor-
skys classic 1900 choreography of the ballet Don Quixote,
with music from Ludwig Minkus returns to the Mariinsky
this autumn, as well as Tchaikovskys classic Nutcracker,
with Vasily Vainonens 1934 choreography, and the Marius
Petipa version of Giselle, with music from Adolphe Adam.
The lavish luxury of the Mikhailovsky Theatre (www.
mikhailovsky.ru) echoes the elegance of the Mariinsky, and
with an admirable history from its founding in 1833, can
proudly declare itself one of Russias most distinguished music
venues. Named after Grand Duke Mikhail Pavlovich of Russia,
the theatre was established after a decree from Tsar Nicholas I,
and played host to visiting French companies until the Bolshe-
viks took power in 1917. In a somewhat contentious move, the
Russian businessman Vladimir Kekhman was appointed as the
Theatres General Director, and fortunately poured 1 billion rou-
bles into the theatres refurbishment before winding up bank-
rupt in London in 2012. Ballets of the coming season include
Swan Lake, with the choreography of Mikhail Messerer, pre-
miered at the Mikhailovsky in 2009, and a production based
on Marius Petipas revival of the ballet Le Corsaire, with music
from Adolphe Adam. Choreographer Nacho Duatos 2012 bal-
let Multiplicity. Forms of Silence and Emptiness tells the story
of Johann Sebastian Bachs life, where modern choreography
is combined with baroque music from the father of counter-
point and his choreography of Prokoevs sensational Romeo
and Juliet will take place in November. Karen Khachaturians
childrens ballet Cipollino will no doubt be a popular Sunday
hit for the younger generation and the Puccini opera Manon
Lescaut will appear in late October.
The St. Petersburg Opera Company (www.spbopera.
ru), although a relatively young establishment, has been
met with great acclaim over its 22 seasons and is received
positively on world tours. Finding a permanent home in an
intimate mansion on Ulitsa Galernaya, the music is played
in a divine and intimate setting of jaw dropping architec-
ture. The rst version of the mansion was built at the end of
the 18th century, lavishly redesigned in 1876 and bought
in 1880 by Baron Sergey Pavlovich von Dervis. October will
include performances of classics like Don Giovanni, Eugene
Onegin, La Bohme, Tosca and La Traviata.
The dazzling white columns and glittering chandeliers
mark out the Shostakovich St. Petersburg Academic
Philharmonia (www.philharmonia.spb.ru) as quite a
space before the music even starts, and having seen the
some of the nest performers from not only Russia but all
over the world since the 1840s, the venue continues to oer
high class performances. A busy forthcoming programme
includes chamber music, orchestral works and jazz, featur-
ing many international acts and both of the halls residents,
the St. Petersburg Philharmonic or Symphony Orchestras.
The coming months include The 2nd International Leopold
In recent years, the Mariinsky has begun to colonise the
surrounding area - the sleek contemporary walls of glass
which peer out behind the back of the main theatre
constitute the halls sparkling new younger brother, the
Mariinsky II. The halls interior curves back in a horseshoe
shape from the main stage with clean lines and wooden
panelling, and the fantastic new acoustics and technol-
ogy have been picked up on by all reviewers. The bright
interior breathes elegance over a crowd enjoying a glass of
pre-concert champagne and the performances themselves
range from classic repertoire to more contemporary works
completely at home in the setting.
The Mariinsky II proudly presents its own new version of
Tchaikovskys Eugene Onegin, premiered in February
2014 as a co-production with the National Centre for the
Performing Arts (Beijing). A marriage of the music of the
celebrated Russian composer Rodion Shchedrin and the
choreographer Aleksey Ratmansky appears twice on the
Mariinsky IIs new playbill, with the 2010 choreography of
the ballet Anna Karenina, based on the Tolstoy novel, and
the ballet The Humpbacked Horse which premiered at the
Mariinsky in 2009. A production of Puccinis Madama But-
tery, premiered at the Mariinsky in 2005, will run several
performances over the winter, ranking seventh of the most
performed operas worldwide. A world premiere of Rossinis
Il Barbiere di Siviglia from the director Alain Maratrat takes
place on 29 October, widely regarded as the opera bua of
all opere bue.
The new addition to the family, the Mariinsky II, ought not
to overshadow the Mariinsky Concert Hall just a stones
throw away on Ulitsa Dekabristov however - a world class
chamber concert hall in its own right.
The hall as usual features high prole acts from around
the world as well as the resident Mariinsky orchestra,
where classic Wagner Galas and Russian favourites will
be the stars of the show. Benjamin Brittens opera A Mid-
summer Nights Dream returns to the Concert Hall after
its premiere there in 2011 - entering the standard reper-
toire soon after its premiere in 1960, it is an exponent of
Brittens very specic subtle style while not overtly dis-
sonant. The second international organ festival returns to
the Mariinsky Concert Hall from 24 - 30 October, and will
showcase organ music from Bach, Liszt, Mendelssohn,
even a Dave Brubeck arrangement, and many more. The
modern concert halls impressive acoustics and state of
the art organ will hopefully mean that the festival contin-
ues for years to come.
Auer Music Violin and String Quartets Competition, Silver
LireThe 5th International Festival Of Chamber Music, a cel-
ebration of the 200th anniversary of Mikhail Lermontov and
the 170th of Rimsky Korsakov, a selection of jazz and a visit
from the St. Petersburg Youth Orchestra.
The title of oldest Russian national theatre is one that the leg-
endary Alexandrinsky Theatre (www.alexandrinsky.ru)
can boast, established on August 30 1756, the day of Saint
Alexander Nevsky. Originally named after Alexandra Fyodor-
ovna, wife of Nikolai I, the imposing structure was designed
by the popular Italian architect, Carlo Rossi, who worked for
most of his life in Russia, his legacy also including the bright
white Yelagin Palace and Mikhailovsky Theatre. The theatres
performance history practically runs as an A to Z of the na-
tions great actors and directors, and premieres of great works
from the likes of Aleksander Griboyedov, Aleksander Ostro-
vsky, and Aton Chekhov have all taken place there. To add
to the venues star studded history and graceful architecture,
the 250th anniversary of the theatre in 2006 heralded the
unveiling of a new renovation bringing with it 21st century
technological capabilities to the historic venue.
The Tovstonogov Bolshoy Drama Theatre (www.bdt.
spb.ru) on Fontanka takes its name from Georgy Tovs-
tonogov, the theatres highly regarded director from 1956
to 1989, and is considered one of the nest theatres in Rus-
sia. Pioneered by Maxim Gorky, Maria Andreeva, Alexander
Blok and Anatoly Lunacharsky after the 1917 revolution,
the Osobaya Drammaticheskaya Truppa (Special Drama
Company) debuted in 1918 with the intention of staging
classics for the masses, nding its permanent home at 65
Fontanka embankment at the former Suvorin Theatre.
Taking upon its shoulders in 1944 the important burden of
continuing the citys theatre productions at a time when
most companies had been evacuated, the Maly Drama
Theatre (www.mdt-dodin.ru) started life humbly per-
forming as and when it could without a permanent home.
Gradually picking up support from the public, the theatre
began to gather momentum through the involvement of
Lev Dodin in 1974, who served as the theatres chief direc-
tor from 1983 and artistic director from 2002. Also going by
the name Thtre de lEurope, tourists will be pleased to
know that English subtitles are often on oer here. The the-
atre regularly participates and holds workshops in theatre
festivals around the world, and Dodin himself has taught at
St. Petersburg State Theatre Arts Academy from 1969 and
holds the position of head of stage direction department.
Feature Features
KRESTOVSKY AND YELAGIN ISLANDS PROVIDE A
WONDERFUL ALTERNATIVE TO THE EVER-BUZZING
CITY CENTRE - NO WONDER YOU FIND RUSSIANS
GRAVITATING TOWARDS THEM ON WEEKENDS.
THERES ENOUGH ACTIVITIES TO OCCUPY EVEN THE
MOST AMBITIOUS AMONGST YOU, SO WEVE PICKED
OUT THE BEST BITS OF BOTH ISLANDS. WITH PLACES
TO EAT, MUSEUMS TO PONDER AND PARKS TO
ADMIRE, GO AT YOUR OWN PACE, RELAX AND ENJOY.
St. Petersburgs
best breaks
metres from the metro exit, just across the road. Remember
that feeling as a child, walking into a sweet shop? The same
kind of nostalgia awaits you at Divo Island. Entry to the fun-
fair is free and customers need only pay per ride, however it
is possible to buy a pass for the day, allowing you to enjoy
as many rides as youd like at a fraction of the cost. The rides
really are very diverse; there are childrens rides, family rides
and extreme rides. For our braver readers, we dare you to
try out Booster or Catapult - at your own risk of course! The
park is open from 12:00 until 23:00 on weekdays and 11:00
until 24:00 on weekends, but bear in mind that the more
extreme rides open slightly later. A handy local tip is that
the prices drop after 21.00; this may prove to be cheaper
but perhaps consider the consequences of riding the roller
coasters straight after dinner!
Divo Island really is a childs dream come true, making
Krestovsky Island a place for the whole family. Nonetheless,
Russian couples and groups of friends alike all come out
here to make the most of the sunshine and enjoy them-
selves in a way you might think only children can. When
youre in the park youll notice people skating around on
roller blades or riding around on bicycles - this is a must-
do! As well as being a fun mode of transport it is also a
convenient way to get around, and with so many beautiful
features in the park to take in, strap on your wheels and
head in any and every direction. There are so many little
stalls selling snacks, treats and drinks, youre guaranteed to
come across a bench where you can eventually sit down
and enjoy them along with the view!
The football fans amongst you may relish the opportunity
of viewing Zenit St. Petersburgs stadium, or whats left
of it! Formerly known as Kirov stadium, Zenits home is
currently undergoing a complete renovation. Interestingly,
to settle on a design for the stadium, a competition was
set up, and following a unanimous vote, Japanese architect
Kisho Kurokawa won. His project has generated a lot of
publicity, largely due to its intriguing name, Spaceship.
The refurbished, state of the art stadium will have a capac-
ity of no fewer than 62,000 seats. The stadium is situated
on the West of the Island and, hopefully, it should prove
easy to nd! After exiting the metro station cross the road
and head left. Take the rst right, Batareinaya doroga, and
continue down this road until you approach a roundabout.
Head straight on at the roundabout, again along Batarein-
aya doroga, and in no time youll be able to see the stadium
ahead of you.
KRESTOVKSY ISLAND:
The origin of the name of the Island is still contested to this
day. Many claim the name refers to a lake on the Island,
which appears to be cross-shaped. Others, however, sug-
gest that on Swedish maps the Island is referred to, in Fin-
ish, as Cross Island. Whilst the Russians may contest the
name of the Island, one thing they denitely do not contest
is that there is plenty of fun to be had here! It therefore
should come as no surprise that over the weekend the Pe-
tersburgers ock in their masses to Krestovsky Island.
The simplest way to access the Island is by metro; the sta-
tion, Krestovsky Ostrov, is located on the Purple V5 line in
the north of St. Petersburg. Fortunately the metro only has
one entry and exit point, so theres no need to think twice
about which way to go. After exiting the metro simply walk
down the steps towards ulitsa Ryukhina, and if in doubt,
follow the crowd! Once you approach the road you will nd
yourself with several choices depending on the kind of itin-
erary youre looking for. By the end of this feature we hope
that any individual can plan out a lovely day at Krestovky
Island, just as the locals do!
One great option available to you is walking along Yuzh-
naya doroga. Whilst there may not be any specic des-
tination awaiting you here, this street really captures the
essence of Krestovsky Island. To nd it exit the metro and
turn turn left on ulitsa Ryukhina and continue walking up
until Krestovsky prospekt. Turn right on Krestovsky prospekt
and then keep straight until you reach a roundabout. At the
roundabout continue straight and you will nd yourself on
Yuzhnaya doroga. Without having any end goal in mind,
walk at leisure down this street and you will pass numerous
bars, cafes and restaurants. Instead of picking and settling
on any one place, why not consider trying out a few dier-
ent ones, after all, variety is the spice of life! If you need a
little inspiration, check out two of our favourite bar/clubs
Vozdukh and Zimaleto. Better yet however, keep your eyes
pealed for shashlik tents. These are small tents dotted all
around the Island, where you can buy beer and other bev-
erages, or classic snacks like corn on the cob. The beauty of
this kind of dining, and what makes it so popular with Rus-
sians, lies in its simplicity. Its just going back to basics; good
food and good company - all out in the fresh air.
Having left the metro station, another great choice is Divo
Island, the funfair ground that truly put Krestovsky island
on the map. Its impossible to miss, located no more than 20
Features Features
This feature has hopefully left you with plenty of food for
thought, but in case youd like one nal option, exit the
metro and turn right along ulitsa Ryukhina. Keep walking
until you reach Yelagin Most, at which point you can turn
left along naberezhnaya Martynova. Here you can take
a romantic walk alongside the river, making for a splendid
view. Not only are there more shashliks here, but also a
number of open air bars and restaurants, making a lovely
alternative to the hot, stuy city centre. Walking straight
ahead as you approach the end of naberezhnaya Martyno-
va there is a Yaught club, displaying some of the nest
yaughts St. Petersburg has to oer. Of course it is also pos-
sible to use Yelagin most to cross over onto Yelagin Island;
to nd out more feel free to take a read of our other feature!
Ultimately, Krestovsky Island gives you the chance to jump
o the tourist trail. The Island is a great escape from the fast
pace of life in the city centre and in a way allows you to re-
live your youth too, and lets be honest, no ones getting any
younger! As always, save the best until last, so heres one
nal piece of advice; Krestovsky Island is a truly wonderful
place to simply get lost on, so use the directions merely as a
guide and nothing more. Whether walking along the river,
along the coast, or through the funfair, dont worry about
where youre going, the sense fun and adventure will nd
you, we guarantee it!
YELAGIN ISLAND
An island which is entirely parkland is the perfect place
for a leafy stroll, echoing the sun drenched Vondelpark of
Amsterdam or the dappled pathways of Paris. The island
lies between the Bolshaya and Srednaya Nevka; its west-
ern tip oers a view point of the Gulf of Finland and at
its eastern shore a view down the Bolshaya Nevka towards
mainland St. Petersburg. Exiting Krestovsky metro station
facing the park opposite, you should turn right and follow
the road to the bridge to Yelagin Island. Once there, follow-
ing the winding pathways between the trees eventually
reveals a well-kept lawn stretching towards the elegant
bright white Yelagin palace peeping out from the trees.
A meandering stream of people of all ages can be found
wandering or roller blading along the twisting paths,
over bridges and under the dappled light of the trees.
The 237 acres of gardens have faithfully preserved centu-
ries old trees and special ora, and because of this some
areas are indeed o limits. There are convenient cafes hid-
ing amongst the trees, play areas for children and even the
chance to take a boat or pedalo out on the islands ponds.
The island, the smallest of the Kirov islands in the Nevas
delta, was inhabited by shermen before the city was even
founded. It was presented to Peter the Great by Peter
Sharov in 1709, his vice chancellor, but was taken back
after Sharov faced a death sentence in 1723 for embezzle-
ment. Previously named after a bear allegedly spotted by
soldiers on the island in the 18th century, the parks current
name derives from a famously hospitable former owner of
the island, Ivan Yelagin (1725-1794), who made all gar-
dens open to the public.
The radiant Yelagin Palace stands proudly at the head
of a long sweeping lawn, where two majestic white lion
statues, inspired by the Medici lions in Florence, guard a
perfectly symmetrical staircase to the entrance. The palace
was completed in 1822 as a summer residence for Tsar Al-
exander Is mother, Maria Fyodorovna. It was designed
by the Italian architect Carlo Rossi, who also designed the
Mikhailovsky Palace of the Russian Museum, masterfully
creating the pearly white curves, columns and dome nes-
tled among the greenery of the park. It is built on the site of
a mansion designed by the architect Giacomo Quareng-
hi, built from 1785-1790 during the rule of Catherine the
Great, as a gift to the islands namesake, Ivan Yelagin, a
close friend and ally during her time as Grand Duchess.
Retiring to his own island and Palladian Villa, Yelagin im-
mersed himself in his study of alchemy. In later years, after
complaining that she was no longer able to make day trips
to other palaces, Maria Fyodorovna was given the current
palace by her son, Tsar Alexander I, as a summer retreat.
The architect Carlo Rossi fastidiously redesigned every de-
tail of the old villa, whose richly detailed neoclassical inte-
riors were decorated by Giovanni Battista Scotti, Vasily
Demuth-Malinovsky, and Stepan Pimenov. Floral pat-
terns, scenes from mythology and gilded carvings twirl
across the elaborate ceilings and walls, dragging your eyes
across every inch of intricate detail. Each room is decorated
individually, with impressive exquisite marble, patterned
ooring and painted ceilings which echo the Hermitages
grand neoclassical style, albeit on a lighter and more man-
ageable scale. The palace is sometimes known as the pal-
ace of doors, as no two of the inlaid doors are the same. The
rst oor of the palace is used as an exhibition space for
the Museum of Decorative and Applied Art and Interi-
ors from the 18th-20th Centuries, established in 1987. After
Fyodorovnas death in 1828 the palace was often unused,
apart from Tsar Nicholas II leasing it to his prime ministers
until the 1917 revolution. During the siege of Leningrad in
World War II, the palace was badly damaged by shelling,
but was rebuilt in the 1950s and now shows o its glamor-
ous interior to the public.
The palaces outbuildings, including the Guardhouse pa-
vilion and Flag Pavilion, are scattered amongst the trees
surrounding the palace. Dedicated paths will lead you
around the assorted bright white structures, decorated by
beds of vivid owers. In full bloom, the colourful ora, clean
white walls and pockets of dazzling water will make for
some unmissable photo opportunities.
In the palaces Orangery today resides the Glass museum.
The collection displays the work of Leningrad Glass Art Fac-
tory, operating from 1940 until 1997, founded by the in-
uential Soviet glass sculptor Vera Mukhina. The factory
produced innovative and colourful glassworks both for do-
mestic use and also as experimental art. Around 8000 glass
works are displayed in three halls in a simple and thought-
fully lit display that twinkles from every angle. A whole cor-
ridor is devoted to the bold and sophisticated sculptures of
Mukhina herself, with background information about her
life and work. TV screens run short documentaries about
the glass making process, and a couple of installations and
information placards explain the evolution of the ne art of
glass making over the years.
It is well worth circling the island for the views across the
waters of the Neva. Apart from an unfortunately noisy main
road on the bank of the opposite shore on the north side
of the island, you can look out across the placid waters to-
wards other parts of the city, or indeed out to sea. Proceed-
ing to the very western tip of the island takes you to a view-
point at the Gulf of Finland. Here you will again nd two
lions anking a platform from which to enjoy the view of
the glittering Neva joining the open sea. Although marred
slightly by the industrial edges of the city and the construc-
tion of Krestovsky Islands new stadium, the quaintly di-
lapidated bobbing shing boats and a haze of distant land
on a bright day is well worth crossing the island for.
On the site of a monument to architects at the eastern
edge of the park, you can look straight down the Bolsh-
aya Nevka curving inland towards the rest of the city. The
southern shores reveal St. Petersburgs own marina where
a modest collection of polished yachts twinkle in the sun-
shine before the green backdrop of Krestovskys equally
lush parkland. You will feel pleasantly removed from the
bustle of central Petersburg while enjoying the quiet
natural side of the city.
To escape from the pollution and hubbub of activity in cen-
tral St. Petersburg and nd the citys greener side, a visit to
Yelagin is a must. Though more lavish grandeur can be found
in the Hermitage, the clear elegance of Yelagin palace and
its eortless harmony with its green surroundings oers a
cultural element to a relaxing day trip to a charming park.
Where to eat Where to eat
St. Petersburg is brimming with colourful, innovative and
fun restaurants serving everything from traditional Russian
to nouvelle cuisine. To be sure of getting a table, make sure
to book in advance. Be aware that many restaurants morph
into bars and clubs in the later hours of the evening, so
make early reservations if you want some peace and quiet.
Tip for good service only - 10% is considered fair.
Our price guide is based on the average price of
a main course:
- 0 - 400Rbl 400 - 800Rbl
800 - 1,200Rbl 1,200Rbl plus
RUSSIAN AND UKRAINIAN
CAVIAR BAR AND RESTAURANT
Cool marble envelops the intimate dining space atop the
rst tier of the Grand Hotel Europes elegant staircase,
but the impeccable service is as warm as the ickering
candles. Not surprisingly, caviar makes many appearances
on the menu, but never one that is out of place. You can
try the Kamchatka crab in champagne sauce, or the de-
licious Beef Strogano, but only after touring your way
around the heavenly hors doeuvres, while sampling the
vodka recommended by the citys only vodka sommelier.
Business lunch is served between 12:00 - 15:00.QD-3,
Belmond Grand Hotel Europe, Mikhailovskaya ul. 1/7,
MNevsky pr., tel. (+7) 812 329 66 22, www.caviar-bar.
com. Open Wed - Sat 12:00 - 23:00, Sun 17:00 - 23:00.
. PALEW
COCOCO
Founded by Sergey Shnurov, the previous frontman of the
ska-punk band Leningrad, this restaurant is just a short
walk from the Nevsky Prospekt and worth the small de-
tour. Here you can try a wide variety of real Russian cui-
sine, which is made using local farm products, as well as
homemade fruit drinks (in interesting avours, such as
pumpkin), lemonade, and organic wine. The meals are well
presented, and wholesome, including dishes such acorns
tiramisu and thistle soup. The basement restaurant has
low ceilings and generates a cosy and relaxed atmosphere.
QE-2, Ul. Nekrasova 8, MChernyshevskaya, tel. (+7)
812 579 00 16, www.kokoko.spb.ru. Open 12:00 - 24:00,
Fri, Sat 12:00 - 06:00. . PASW
GOGOL
It is immediately apparent in every thoughtful detail of the
decor and menu that this is a labour of love. Love for the
history of the city, its literary culture and ne gastronomic
traditions. The literary references are subtlely done, with
Gogols famous overcoat hanging in the entryway, a vase of
quills in place of owers in one room and a menu designed
and illustrated to read like a novel. Each chapter is devoted
to a dierent course and every item is a careful selection, el-
egantly executed to reect the delicate aristocratic tastes of
19th century Russia.QD-3, Mal. Morskaya ul. 8, MNevsky
pr., tel. (+7) 812 312 60 97, www.restaurant-gogol.ru.
Open 12:00 - 23:00. . PTAS
IDIOT
With numerous rooms lled with comfortable and cosy
antique furniture, eclectic titbits and reading material in
English and Russian, Idiot is worth visiting just for the atmo-
sphere. Here you can taste a variety of traditional Russian
dishes, with a decent selection of vegetarian food and a rea-
sonable kids menu. Many people though come to Idiot sim-
ply to absorb the atmosphere, and to drink. Guests are given
a complimentary mini-shot of vodka, while the cordial eng-
lish speaking sta hand you the Dostoevsky inspired menu;
then, during happy hour (18:30 - 19:30), you get two draught
beers or glasses of house wine for the price of one, plus the
complimentary vodka. Quite the deal!QC-3, Nab. reky
Moiky 82, MSadovaya, tel. (+7) 921 946 51 73, www.
idiot-spb.com. Open 11:00 - 01:00. . PTASW
KOLESO
Step down into the warm and cosy cave that is Koleso
and get settled in for an evening of old Slavic comfort.
Iron candelabras give the room a medieval glow, while
the crisp creamy tablecloths lend things a romantic touch.
The menu is truly Slavic and will satisfy anyone looking for
a good ll of wholesome Russian food. Meat is king and
there is a broad choice of succulent meaty cuts as well as
delicacies such as tongue and liver to be found in the ex-
tensive menu. The waitsta are professional and know the
menu well and will be happy to guide you through some
of the regions more unusual dishes.QD-3, Voznesensky
pr. 2, MAdmiralteiskaya, tel. (+7) 812 315 21 25. Open
12:00 - 24:00. . PTASW
NEP
NEP is a delightful cabaret den which pays glorious hom-
age to the sultry swinging 1920s. The atmosphere is cosy
and warm, softly lit with candles so you can settle back,
order your meal and be enthralled by the musicians with
their charming, personality packed star singer. They oer
an array of delicious sh and meat dishes, all exquisitely
presented and served. If youre sitting close to the per-
formers, it is likely youll nd yourself part of the nights
entertainment.QD-3, Nab. reky Moiky 37, MAdmiral-
teiskaya, tel. (+7) 812 571 75 91, www.neprestoran.
ru. Open 12:00 - 23:00, Wed - Sun 12:00 - 01:00. .
PAESW
OLIVIE
Named in honour of the famous Russian salad, of which
various types are served here in abundance. Olivie oers
Russian and Caucasian dishes with the chefs personal
interpretations. Classic walnut source with chicken, deli-
cate veal cutlets with green sauce, a classic Khachapuri or
a mixture of dried fruit for dessert - its just a small part
of what you the chef oers. Olivie is located within a ve
minute walk from Palace Square, directly opposite the
Admiralty. This restaurant is perfect for every mood, every
occasion and every company.QD-3, Admiralteisky pr. 8,
MAdmiralteiskaya, tel. (+7) 812 945 84 72. Open 12:00
- 23:00. . PTAGSW
RUSSKAYA RYUMOCHNAYA NO.1
Typically a ryumochnaya is a stand-up, spit-and-sawdust
kind of a place where working men wash down cheap
vodka with salty snacks. This sophisticated n-de-sicle
inspired place is as far away from that kind of place as you
can imagine. This is Russian food t for tsars, complete with
black caviar and reindeer meat. The historic dishes are rich
and well made, making this a very classy introduction to
Russian cuisine. They also have possibly the biggest vodka
list weve ever seen, as well as a vodka museum!QC-3,
Konnogvardeisky bul. 4, MAdmiralteiskaya, tel. (+7)
812 570 64 20, www.vodkaroom.ru. Open 12:00 - 24:00.
. PTAULESW
ASIAN AND INDIAN
CARDAMON
This yet to be fully discovered Indian restaurant is located
on the spit of Vasilevsky Island, right in the historic centre
of St. Petersburg. The oriental style interior is completed
by Indian tapestries on the oor. Denitely worth sam-
pling is its delicious naan and poppadom. Longtime In-
dian resident in St. Petersburg Ravi runs the show around
here and is determined to make it a great success. Food-
wise, he got everything right, although we were a bit
amused by the selection of Russian dishes on the menu
as well; we havent yet given those a try, but as for Indian
food, Cardamon is a welcome addition to the city.QC-2,
1-ya liniya 18, MVasileostrovskaya, tel. (+7) 812 313
38 99, www.cardamom-bar.ru. Open 11:00 - 23:00. .
PTASW
SYMBOL KEY
P Air conditioning A Credit cards accepted
E Live music S Take away
T Child-friendly U Facilities for the disabled
G Non-smoking areas L Guarded parking
V Home delivery W Wi
CRAFT BIER CAFE
Beer-lovers be warned! 40 dierent kinds of beer can be
found in Craft on tap, more than anywhere else in St. Peters-
burg. And not only the well-known kinds, but also Crafts
special Russian brew. Owner Sergey takes specic pride in
having four dierent kinds of lager available that he specially
made based on his own favourites from Russia, Belgium, the
Netherlands, Germany and other countries he has visited
in search of exotic examples of his favourite beverage. The
bar itself is located a short walk from the Summer Garden
and well worth a visit. The atmosphere is laid-back and it
is easy to mingle with locals and expats alike. Craft serves
good pub-food, but its beer that rules.QE-2, Gagarinskaya
ul. 6, MChernyshevskaya, tel. (+7) 812 983 55 59, www.
craftpub.ru. Open 12:00 - 01:00, Tue - Thu 12:00 - 02:00,
Fri, Sat 12:00 - 03:00. . PAEW
DICKENS
This British island near the Fontanka river has beer from all
around the world, including more than ten on tap, and a lot
of superior whiskeys. The snacks and food are good too (the
chicken wings are our favourites) and come in huge portions.
Dont forget to try the breakfast here - its a great hangover
cure and real authentic British. Dickens has an authentic pub
atmosphere, which is as close to a real British pub that youll
nd in Russia and also features a ne dining restaurant on
the second oor.QD-3, Nab. reky Fontanky 108, MSen-
naya pl., tel. (+7) 812 702 62 63, www.dickensrest.ru. Open
12:00 - 01:00, Fri, Sat 12:00 - 03:00. PASW
CHOPSTICKS
Chopsticks is ne dining Chinese restaurant. The interior
has been decorated in the traditional Chinese style with
the walls decorated with traditional paintings. Quiet back-
ground music adds to the rened Oriental atmosphere. The
master chef produces not only his favourite Szechwan and
Cantonese dishes but also popular dishes from India and
Thailand. The central location makes this one of the most
convenient Chinese restaurants to visit in St. Petersburg.
Be prepared to take your time over the meal and expect
to use chopsticks!QD-3, Admiralteisky pr. 8, MAdmi-
ralteiskaya, tel. (+7) 812 315 51 15, www.facebook.com/
chopsticks.spb. Open 12:00 - 23:00. . PTSW
CURRY HOUSE
Well known St. Petersburg resident and chef Sumit Gupta
took the courage to open his own Curry House in the
Northern Capital, which we think was a great idea! Curry
House is a perfect addition to the cities food scene serv-
ing food from all compass points o India. The menu is
extensive and we really enjoyed the big variety we or-
dered: Samosa, Murg Tikka Muglai, Palak Paneer, Punjabi
Chole (marinated chick peas) served with plain rice and
o course butter naan. Like any Indian restaurant Curry
House oers a wide choice of vegetarian dishes.QC-3, Ul.
Glinki 3-5-7, MSadovaya, tel. (+7) 921 416 94 47, www.
curryhousespb.com. Open 12:00 - 23:00. .
KING PONG
The bright colours, funky paintings and high ceilings make
for a cooly relaxed Asian alternative to all the sushi bars
around town. The menu itself is mainly Thai-style dishes
with scattered bits of Chinese, Indian and Japanese oer-
ings. In general, we recommend lling up on an assort-
ment of the yummy starters, particularly the dim sum or
one of their big brothy noodle soups. The mains are el-
egantly prepared with fresh ingredients and a little Euro-
pean in spice levels, but you can always ask for some chili
sauce to add yourself.QD-3, Bol. Morskaya ul. 16, MAd-
miralteiskaya, tel. (+7) 812 315 82 56, www.kingpong.
ru. Open 12:00 - 24:00. . PTAEGSW
MEAT LINE
Dont be put o by the bad name or terrible shopping mall
location. Meat Line is the rst and only Teppanyaki restau-
rant in St. Petersburg. Its so dierent from anything else on
oer in town, its worth the challenge to nd deep within
the shopping complex. Not speaking English or Russian, the
friendly chefs communicate with diners using their mobiles,
serving up avorsome authentic dishes with impressive
culinary style to diners rather than thrown at you, unlike
other typical Teppanyaki restaurants around the world.
With tables that can sit up to eight people, this is a great
place to fuel up before heading out for a night on the town.
QE-4, Ligov Shopping Center, Ligovsky pr. 153, MOb-
vodny kanal, tel. (+7) 812 602 04 96, www.meatline2014.
ru. Open 11:00 - 23:00. . PTASW
TANDOOR
Situated mere steps from St. Isaacs cathedral, Tandoor is
about as far away from bland Russian food as you can get.
For 19 years now theyve been serving up real, authentic
Indian fare and have won numerous best restaurant priz-
es for their eorts too. They have all the usual favourites
so you can try a couple and share amongst your buddies,
whilst mopping up every last dollop of sauce with the
thick naan bread. With two rooms, this place is ideal for
a large group, much like when you see the citys Indian
community trooping in for their banquets.QD-3, Admi-
ralteisky pr. 10, MAdmiralteiskaya, tel. (+7) 812 312
38 86, www.tandoor-spb.ru. Open 12:00 - 23:00. .
PTALEGSW
TANDOORI NIGHTS
There are only a few Indian restaurants in the whole city
and this one oers more than just curry - for Indian style
ne-dining, this is a great place to go. The menu is original
and mouth-watering, especially the clay-oven Tandoori-
specialities. When cooked here, the meat acquires a deli-
cious avour and specic tenderness. The soft naan breads
are also highly recommended - especially the peshwari
naan. From now on you can also try a truly authentic Indi-
an beer Kingsher, Indian Rum and 18 types of tea. Theres
plenty of options for vegetarians too and every guest with
an In Your Pocket guide gets a 10% discount on the bill.
QD-3, Voznesensky pr. 4, MAdmiralteiskaya, tel. (+7)
812 312 87 72, www.tandoorinightsspb.com. Open
12:00 - 23:30. . PALVSW
BEER RESTAURANTS
BIERSTUBE
With their own brewery the Marriotts Bierstube restaurant
is a good place to start if you are looking for some home-
brewed hoppy stu. Choose from a seat in the bright glass
covered courtyard balcony or tuck yourselves in inside the
wood and stucco countryside house themed centre of the
restaurant. Either way be sure to load up on beer snacks
like calmari and fried cheese sticks before the main events,
Bavarian and Czech cuisine inspired meaty heavyweights,
arrive. The fact that it is a good walk down the canal from
the metro station means you have the chance to walk of all
the calories after.QC-4, Courtyard by Marriott St. Peters-
burg Center West Pushkin Hotel, Nab. kan. Griboedova
166 (entrance via Kanonerskaya ul. 33), MSennaya Pl.,
tel. (+7) 812 610 50 00, www.bier-stube.ru. Open 12:00 -
01:00. . PTAULSW
BIRRERIA
Located on the second oor of the Vladimirsky Passage
shopping complex, Birreria oers an excellent view onto
Our Lady of Vladimir Cathedral. This is a good place to stop
of with friends to watch sport on a Friday evening, drink a
few beers (with brands from all over Europe, this should
keep you busy all evening) and unwind after a week of
hard labour. The menu oers your classic Italian favourites
and is worth every rouble. Service is good an unobtrusive
and the beer is enough to put anyone into a good mood,
so you are bound to have a good time regardless of your
company!QE-3, Vladimirsky pr. 19, MVladimirskaya,
tel. (+7) 812 943 60 04, www.birreria.ru. Open 12:00 -
02:00. . PASW
BRUXELLES
If you like delicious, good European food and drink,
Bruxelles should be on the top of your list. The res-
taurant does not provide you with the fine dinning
experience but the food is delicious, reasonably priced
and has fast, efficient service. The music is loud, and al-
though some might find this off-putting, there is plenty
of space for patrons and it is still comfortable to talk in
small groups. The bar has a solid wine list and offers a
wide variety of beers including trappist and craft beers
- just the thing to wash down a fantastic meal!QE-2,
Ul. Vosstaniya 20, MPl. Vosstaniya, tel. (+7) 812 944
03 36, www.italy-group.ru. Open 12:00 - 02:00. .
PASW
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CAFES AND COFFEE HOUSES
BONCH CAFE
The unique 1930s factory designed interior of the new
Cafe Bonch adds another edge to the ever evolving col-
lection of alternative cafes in the city. Chef-barista Irina
Sharipova has chosen welena coee beans, enriched in
the Ethipian sun to provide a sweet and fruity taste and,
alongside excitingly twisted essentials, the menu oers
all types of home prepared sandwiches and a constantly
revolving selection of interesting soups.QE-3, Bol. Mor-
skaya ul. 16, MAdmiralteiskaya, tel. (+7) 931 356 34
01, www.cofeebonch.ru. Open 09:00 - 23:00, Sat, Sun
11:00 - 23:00. . PTAGSW
CAFE SINGER
In its place you will nd a large caf serving decent coee and
cakes as well as classic Russian and European dishes like borsch
and pelmeni. The sta all speak English very well. In the morn-
ing they serve a good breakfast. Note the daily specials - ev-
ery day they cook something new with seasonal ingredients.
Combine that with a great view and stunning art nouveau
ttings and you can understand why it always seems to be so
full.QD-3, Nevsky pr. 28 (Dom Knigi 1st foor), MNevsky
pr., tel. (+7) 812 571 82 23, www.singercafe.ru. Open 09:00
- 23:00. . PTAGSW
GREEN ROOM
This large loft room in the middle of the hip Etagi art cen-
tre makes a good place for a post-exhibit cup of tea or
glass of beer, depending on the time of day. The food on
oer is basic fare aimed at students such as chicken soups
and dumplings and the tables are generally always lled
with artistic types pouring their last roubles into a bowl
of porridge.QE-3, Loft project ETAGI (3rd foor), Ligov-
sky pr. 74, MLigovsky pr., tel. (+7) 812 458 80 03, www.
loftprojectetagi.ru. Open 09:00 - 23:00, Fri, Sat 09:00 -
until last guest. . TGSW
MITTE CAFE
The windows, the sills of which also serve as seats, are ung
wide open and the smell of coee wafts out into the street.
The dcor simple yet eective; its the people who make this
place. They have a small but excellent collection of cakes,
and the sta are friendly and helpful. Come back in the
evening for a glass of wine and antipasti and a relaxed but
buzzing atmosphere.QE-3, Ul. Rubinshteina 27, MDosto-
evskaya, tel. (+7) 812 416 14 16. Open 10:00 - until last
guest, Fri, Sat 12:00 until last guest. . TAGSW
STARBUCKS
Most people know Starbucks as a place designed to be
cosy, with sofas, coee tables and stools. You can relax,
read a book, or meet with friends. On oer is a selection of
coees and other drinks, which you can personalise, for ex-
ample with dierent avours of syrups. Also at Nevsky pr.
25 and Nevsky pr. 114-116.QE-3, Nevsky pr. 55, MMaya-
kovskaya, tel. (+7) 812 385 11 96, www.starbuckscofee.
ru. Open 07:30 - 23:00. . PAGSW
GASTRONOMIC PUB BRUGGE
The founders of this pub were inspired by the idea that the
Belgians appreciate beer as much as the French admire their
wine, so they tried to collect the best types of the most popu-
lar beverages and, as tradition dictates, they serve each kind of
beer in a dierent glass! You can choose from almost 50 types
of traditional Belgian beer. Belgian meals, which combine the
simplicity of traditional burger cooking with the delicacy of
French cuisine, are made according to the best recipes chosen
in Brussels or Antwerp. QC-2, Nab. Makarova 22, MVasil-
eostrovskaya, tel. (+7) 812 600 23 90, www.inbrugge.ru.
Open 12:00 - 24:00. . PTALESW
MANNEKEN PIS
Manneken Pis is named after the famous 61 cm. statue in Brus-
sels. Manneken Pis means Little Man Pees in Marol (Dutch
dialect spoken in Brussels). This bar looks like your standard
European bar, but just wait till you see the beer menu. This
bar has a wide range Belgium and Dutch beers with 12 types
of beer on tap and over 150 types of bottled beer, including
Trappist and boutique beers.QMoskovsky pr. 198, MPark
Pobedy, tel. (+7) 812 371 90 31, www.beercard.ru. Open
12:00 - 24:00, Fri, Sat 12:00 - 02:00. . PAGW
OHOOLIGANS
Adjacent to the higher-class British variant, this Irish pub
has a little more cheek to its business model. There are
bawdy limericks painted on the low, curved ceiling and
half of the menu is done in cartoons. Their ip guide to the
massive selection of beers on tap comes in handy if youre
wanting to try something new but already have a set idea
on what youre in the mood for. Also at ul. Bakunina 5
(metro Pl. Vosstaniya).QD-2, Bol. Konyushennaya ul. 14,
MNevsky pr., tel. (+7) 812 643 10 40, www.ohooligans.
ru. Open 12:00 until the last guest. PAESW
TRAPPIST
Belgian pub that prides itself in good beer, good food and
good service. Trappists are an order of Catholic monks who
live by strict rules, but brew fantastic beer in their monasteries
in Belgium and Holland. With an entire book lled with beer
options ranging from aordable to over 2,000Rbl, Trappist is
denitely a beer place. However, dont expect to nd any Bal-
tika or cheap Russian beers here, as they have imported more
than 100 beers from Belgium and Holland for your enjoyment.
Q-2, Ul. Radishcheva 36, MChernyshevskaya, tel. (+7)
812 275 99 35, www.cafetrappist.ru. Open 12:00 - 24:00,
Fri, Sat 12:00 - 01:00. . PTAEGSW
CAUCASIAN
BAKLAZHAN
The open kitchen concept combined with beige rusticism
seems to be mode du jour for Ginza Project. The twist at
Baklazhan (Aubergine) are the touches of deep purple to
the decor, wine bottles lining the walls and a market stall
of sorts selling fruits and nuts near the entrance. The food
itself is standard Georgian fare with a few more innovative
dishes. Stick with baked goods, such as their stued sam-
sas, khachapuri and the like and youll be treated to pip-
ing hot goodness thatll stick to your bones.QE-3, Galeria
Shopping Centre, Ligovsky pr. 30, MPl. Vosstaniya, tel.
+7 (812) 677 73 72, www.baklazhan.net. Open 10:00
until last guest. . PTALVESW
KHINKALNAYA NA NEVE
Situated only a few minutes from Gostiny Dvor, this res-
taurant oers good Georgian food for a reasonable price.
Although some dishes might not be as spicy as they are
in Georgia, the avourful Georgian wine and the nice
and quiet living-room atmosphere makes this restaurant
a good option to spend your evening. On the menu are
all the traditional Georgian dishes such as dierent sorts
of khinkali (dough lled with meat), pkhali (chopped and
minced vegetables with walnuts and herbs), and tasty
shashlik!QE-3, Sadovaya ul. 13-15, MNevsky pr., tel.
(+7) 812 315 08 99, www.hinkaly.ru. Open 12:00 - 24:00,
Fri, Sat 12:00 until last guest. PAESW
KHOCHU KHARCHO
Khochu Kharcho! means I want Kharcho! - kharcho be-
ing a traditional Georgian stew containing mutton/lamb,
vegetables, rice and a highly spiced bouillon. Here they
serve three dierent types of the dish and it is denitely
worth trying as a warm and lling main course. This is
not just a Georgian restaurant, it`s a Megrelian restaurant
and there is a big dierence. Megrelia is a historic prov-
ince in the western part of Georgia where walnuts feature
prominently in the cooking and they like their food spicy.
Other must-try-dishes include the rich and cheesy Megre-
lian khachapuri or the fragrant chakhokhbili (spicy chicken
stew).QD-3, Sadovaya ul. 39/41, MSadovaya, tel. (+7)
812 310 32 36, www.hochuharcho.com. Open 24hrs. .
PTALVESW
PRYANOSTI I RADOSTI
Just down the road from Gorkovskaya metro station on
the Petrograd Side, this is an extremely popular restaurant
from the Ginza Project. On entering, you might even say
too popular, the tables are spaced close to each other and
it quiet conversation looks like it will be impossible, but
somehow it works. You feel like you in are in a busy, fun
and thriving atmosphere. The menu includes European
delicacies, Russian favourites and of course traditional
Caucasian meals thrown in to spice things up. Also at Mos-
kovsky pr. 191 (metro Moskovskaya).QD-1, Mal. Posadska-
ya ul. 3, MGorkovskaya, tel. (+7) 812 333 46 33, www.
ginzaproject.ru. Open 24hrs. . PTAVSW
8, Admiralteysky Pr.,
+7 (812) 945 84 72
Features Features
PALKIN RESTAURANT
St. Petersburg is a city that embodies history. As the capital
of the Russian tsars, St. Petersburg has been the home of
leading political gures, writers, reformers, tyrants and ter-
rorists and sometimes individuals that t all these catego-
ries. Nevsky prospekt and the city centre have witnessed
much that is grand and tragic in Russias history. After a
day of visiting museums, art galleries and wandering the
beautiful streets the Palkin restaurant is a good location
to enjoy a meal and continue experiencing St. Petersburgs
dramatic history.
One of the oldest dining establishments in St. Petersburg and
one of the few that has retained its original name and loca-
tion, the restaurant bears the name of the original restaura-
teurs, the Palkin family, rst mentioned in 1785. Initially, the
popularity of the familys taverns, and then later the Palkin
restaurant chain was extraordinary. The most fashionable
Palkin was situated on the corner of the Nevsky and Vladimir-
sky prospekts, 47. The building was purchased by Konstantin
Palkin in 1871, after he inherited the business of his father,
Pavel Palkin. The original building had to be recongured to
serve as a restaurant but after renovations were completed
the new restaurant was opened in 1874 with 25 dining halls,
a billiard room, private cabinets, and a majestic staircase that
was adorned with exotic plants and a sparkling fountain.
In 1904, an extension was added and the concert hall
renovated with the help of the famous Russian architect
A.S. Khrenov. The restaurants visitors were treated to per-
formances by famous musicians and singers, and the con-
cepts of an after theatre meal and also the Sunday lunch
with music were also introduced.
The restaurants status made it popular among St. Peters-
burgs socialites and intellectuals. Visitors to the restaurant
included the poet Alexander Blok, scientist Alexander
Butlerov, writers Nikolai Gogol, Fedor Dostoevsky, Nikolai
Leskov, Anton Chekhov, painter Mikhail Saltykov-Shche-
drin, and composer Petr Tchaikovsky. The restaurant was
among the rst in Russia to adopt elements of French
cuisine into traditional Russian cooking. Visitors were also
attracted by the atmosphere, which was similar to a pri-
vate club.
Following the Bolshevik revolution, the restaurant was
converted into the Titan movie theatre and enjoyed similar
success. In 1934, it hosted the premiere of Chapaev, an epic
lm about the civil war. The movie theatre also held inter-
national lm festivals and became a favourite of Leningrads
bohemian circles. In 1995, Nevsky Prospekt, house number
47 tried itself in a dierent role, this time as the Premier
casino, soon gaining fame among those who were espe-
cially fond of exceptional and luxurious entertainment. The
decor of Premier captivated with its elite, chamber nish,
to match the respectable club atmosphere and a top level
of service.
But in the end, it was decided that reviving the Palkin res-
taurant would be the best course to take. The road was
long and windy: to return Palkin to its former use as a res-
taurant the owners brought in a team of specialists from
the State Hermitage Museum to supervise the restoration
work of the buildings original interiors. After the restoration
of the original interiors was complete, a particular style was
introduced for each of the restaurants halls - the replace
hall, the chess hall, and the large hall, as well as for the bar
and the red foyer. These interiors are now regularly used for
shooting historical programmes and lms.
The renovated Palkin restaurant was reopened in 2002
and has revived the traditions of 19th century hospitality.
These traditions include a cuisine which would have been
familiar to the Russian aristocracy at the time and here you
can savour dishes that once delighted top society in the
imperial capital. The menu is abundant with meat, sh and
vegetable dishes which means people of all gastronomi-
cal persuasions will nd something to their liking. The joy
and pride is the sturgeon baked in white wine sauce served
with mushrooms, capers and a crawsh sauce. Other nota-
ble and absolutely heavenly dishes are rabbit stued with
trues served with a mushroom sou, tschi soup of the
Tsarist era stewed with smoked pork and white mushrooms
and, of course, the forest guineafowl with veal kidneys and
a side of potato and carrot pure.
The restaurants menu alters with the seasons, while special
meals such as the Royal Lunch, Christmas and New Year
dinners are available for only a few days, being especially
popular with the restaurants regulars. The ever in-demand
sterlet (sturgeon) and lamb on the bone remain on the
menu throughout the year. Palkins signature ice cream
has become something of a legend and desserts from the
confectioners studio and handmade chocolates have also
proved to be much-loved menu additions. The restaurant
also often organizes evenings with special gastronomical
sets - accompanied by an exquisite wine selection - that
take guests to other parts of the country or even some-
where abroad to indulge in specialties from those places.
The restaurants wine list counts over 120 vintages, mainly
from France, Italy, Chile and further afar. The rare wines kept
in stock include the 1982 Chateau-Margaux Premier Grand
Cru Classe and the 1988 Chateau Petrus Pomerol Grand Vin.
Those who like their alcohol a bit stronger can choose from
30 brands of cognac, brandy, and calvados, more than 40
sorts of vodka, whiskey and gin, all of which can be nicely
complemented with a cigar from Palkins wide selection.
The Palkin has renovated the concert hall and now repli-
cates 19th century dinners and also holds receptions for
exhibitions, festivals and play premiers. The restaurant also
runs so called soirees, Nights with the Stars: Dinner by
Candlelight which have included some leading Russian
performers. In the evenings live jazz, gypsy music and tra-
ditional Russian romances can be heard infusing the ambi-
ance. The Hallway of Arts, an exhibit space for popular St.
Petersburg painters, opens at the restaurant every month.
The Palkin oers panoramic views of Nevsky Prospekt and
gives the visitor a chance to re-experience the best of Rus-
sian history and culture, making it an unmissable part of a
stay in St. Petersburg for Russian and foreign guests.
QE-3, Nevsky pr. 47, MNevsky pr., tel. (+7) 812 703
53 71, www.palkin.ru. Open 12:00 - 23:00. .
PTAEW
FINE DINING
GRAND CRU
Grand Cru brings molecular cuisine and top vintage wines
to the banks of the Fontanka canal. The sleek look of the
restaurant is as sophisticated and minimalist as you can
imagine and the display of wines on sale (and the equally at-
tractive sta selling them) take centre stage. The menu is an
exciting adventure for the taste buds with all kinds of exotic
avours and unusual spices being combined together with
top notch sh and meat, to give the diner something mem-
orable and out of the ordinary.QE-3, Nab. reky Fontanky
52, MNevsky pr., tel. (+7) 812 363 25 11, www.grandcru.
ru. Open 12:00 - 23:00. . PASW
LE BOAT
Le Boat is a spacious and airy restaurant with lovely light-
ing and attentive sta. Located a short walk from Alexan-
der Nevsky Monastery, past a series of some of the ugliest
examples of Soviet Realism, Le Boat is convenient for the
sightseer and the long term expatriate who wants to enjoy
a ne dining experience away from the bustle of the cen-
tral city. While the restaurant does not oer lovely views, a
glass wall gives you a good view of the kitchen which can
be an enthralling process. The restaurants main attrac-
tions are the lovely environment, good service, and a ne
dining experience at aordable rates.QF-3, Sinopskaya
nab. 22, MPl. Alexandra Nevskogo, tel. (+7) 812 640 26
40, www.leboat-restaurant.ru. . PTAEW
LEUROPE
Eating in this historic restaurant, the sparkling diamond in
the sumptuous Grand Hotel Europes crown, is an experi-
ence to be savoured. The service is in a class of its own,
the interiors are stunning, especially the original art deco
stained glass windows and ceiling, and all the dishes are
made with the absolute nest ingredients available. Of the
luxurious Russian dishes on oer the egg in an egg (a kind
of posh scrambled quails egg with black sturgeon caviar
on top) is an expensive one of a kind treat. Sunday brunch
is also magnique!QD-3, Belmond Grand Hotel Europe,
Mikhailovskaya ul. 1/7, MNevsky pr., tel. (+7) 812 329
66 30, www.europe-restaurant.net. Open 07:00 - 23:00.
. PTALEW
PALKIN
Palkin is as historic as they come, dating all the way back
to 1874. Although restoration did take place, the interior
is as sophisticated and tasteful as in imperial times, which
all adds to the feeling that you are being treated to a meal
in some rich aristocrats home. The menu is bursting with
luxurious foie gras, angus beef, trues, black caviar and
game moulded into historic French/Russian recipes from
a bygone era. They also have a seasonally changing ve-
course special menu with specially selected wines, themed
around a dierent wine-growing area of the world. Booking
is recommended. Read more on pages 34-35.QE-3, Nevsky
pr. 47, MNevsky pr., tel. (+7) 812 703 53 71, www.palkin.
ru. Open 12:00 - 23:00. . PTAEW
EUROPEAN
FARTUK
Combining the cosy with the modern, the centrally lo-
cated cafe-bar Fartuk (rus. Apron) is one of those charm-
ing family-run places that make you want to return again
and again. A communal country-kitchen style table and
gorgeous Provencal oor tiles dominate the centre of
the room and set the friendly and relaxed tone which is
shared by the welcoming and attentive young waitsta.
The menu is a mix of European inuences with a focus
on Mediterranean tastes and the odd sprinkling of Asian
spices.QE-3, Ul. Rubinshteina 15/17, MDostoevskaya,
tel. (+7) 812 764 52 56. Open 10:00 - 24:00, Fri, Sat 10:00
- 03:00. . PTAGSW
GREYS COFFEEBAR & BISTRO
While it may oer a cheap caf menu, Greys Bistro deliv-
ers it with style with its chic interior and tasty meals. The
light menu oers a few salads, snacks and grilled items,
all priced low enough, allowing you to order a variety of
options to share. The caf has also earned a reputation for
its delicious cakes and coee.QF-3, Konnaya ul. 5/3 (en-
trance from Telezhny per.), MPl. Vosstaniya, tel. (+7)
812 925 42 50, www.greys-bistro.ru. Open 09:30 - 23:30,
Sat, Sun 12:00 - 23:30. . PSW
GYPSY TAPAS BAR
Decorated with more Middle Eastern avor than Spanish,
the welcome is just as exotic and warm as you enter Gypsy
Tapas Bar. Enjoy fruity cocktails such as I Want a Summer
Gypsy! and Quiet Sangria, while sampling freshly-made
tapas from a small yet interesting menu. As well as tapas,
the menu also oers a limited selection of mains and
soups.QE-2, Liteiny pr. 14/1, MChernyshevskaya, tel.
(+7) 812 993 77 57, www.gypsybar.ru. Open 12:00 until
last guest. . PAESW
IL LAGO DEI CIGNI
Il Lago dei Cigni (Swan Lake) is an Italian restaurant under
the patronage of the famous gourmet chef Remo Mazzuca-
to. The luxurious interiors were designed by Hirsch Bedner
Associates and the sense of luxury is supported by a unique
wine list, live music and Mediterranean hospitality. Close
to the central city, the restaurant is located on Krestovsky
Island in the middle of the Neva River delta giving guests a
beautiful view which is particularly attractive as the sun sets
over the Finnish Gulf. The restaurant itself sits on the very
edge of Swan Lake (also known as Northern Lake), giving
visitors the opportunity to watch these magnicent birds
throughout the year. Il Lago dei Cigni is the ideal location for
a quiet getaway from the stress and bustle of the city.QA-1,
Severnaya doroga 21, MKrestovsky ostrov, tel. (+7) 812
602 07 07, www.illago.ru. . PTAESW
KROO CAFE
Its always nice to see new places appear in interest-
ing central neighbourhoods not frequently visited by
foreigners. In the proximity of the beautiful Tavrichesky
Park Kroo Cafe serves breakfasts from 8:30 and keeps
on going into the night. The well balanced menu is cre-
ated by their French chef who is keen on buying his own
products at the market, which only ads to the feeling that
what you get is fresh. Topped o by friendly and smiling
waitresses Kroo Cafe wont disappoint.QF-3, Suvorovsky
pr. 27, MPl. Vosstaniya, tel. (+7) 906 273 11 11, www.
kroocafe.com. Open 08:30 - 24:00, Fri, Sat 08:30 - 01:00.
PTASW
MON PETIT CAF
While the dcor is similar to a lot of other modern cafs
in town, its understated colors, comfortable chairs and
impressionist artworks on the wall help give o a mildly
Parisian vibe. However, unlike other cafs, the menu is
refreshingly brief with highlights including excellent pa-
ts as starters, full-bodied red wine and delicious crme
brle for dessert. The basic menu also helps keep things
uncomplicated in the kitchen, allowing the cooks to just
focus on quality ingredients and in the end deliver tasty
and satisfying meals, which are also value for money.QF-
3, 2-ya Sovetskaya ul. 27, MPl. Vosstaniya, tel. (+7) 812
372 65 78. Open 11:00 - 23:00. . PASW
SOUP WINE
Five tables with bar stools are all you will nd in this sleek
and agreeable diner. The menu is as small as the place
itself, boasting a simple yet tasty choice of soups and
salads but also a selection of fresh juices, pasta and wine
and huge salads which come in bowls heaving with green
leaves. Given the size and how easy it is to sit and linger
listening to the operatic soundtrack, it is denitely advised
to book ahead.QD-3, Kazanskaya ul. 24, MNevsky pr.,
tel. (+7) 812 312 76 90, www.supvino.ru. Open 12:00 -
23:00. . PAGSW
SUNDUK
Sunduk is a restaurant with a style of its own. Tightly
packed into two small chambers, the restaurant is crowd-
ed with memorabilia of the weird, the wacky and the won-
derful. The bizarre collection creates a quirky and lively
atmosphere. Live music aids digestion while this smoothly
running restaurant is overseen by the resident cat who en-
sures everything is in order. This quaint restaurant oers
a great atmosphere and stands out as being something
dierent on the St. Petersburg scene.QE-2, Furshtatska-
ya ul. 42, MChernyshevskaya, tel. (+7) 812 272 31 00,
www.cafesunduk.ru. Open 10:00 - 24:00, Sat, Sun 11:00
- 24:00. . PASW
THE FLYING DUTCHMAN
At just about the widest point of the Neva, the Letuchy
Gollandets, or Flying Dutchman, aords panoramic views
of the stunning uninterrupted architecture along the rivers
banks, with the glorious Winter Palace right opposite. The
Flying Dutchman complex includes three dierent restau-
rants. Our favourite is the restaurant Terrasa. All cream, dark
wood and clean lines, this place is every bit the classy berth
you would expect, where the sharp modern interior doesnt
completely detract from the vessels heritage. Fresh sh
is predictably a wise choice in such a venue and certainly
doesnt disappoint and a wine list nonchalantly ows over
several pages.QC-2, Mytninskaya nab. 6, MSportivnaya,
tel. (+7) 812 313 88 66, www.dutchman.ru. Open 10:00
until last guest. . PTALEGSW
WINE CELLAR 1853
Few restaurants are as small and cosy as this one. Located
inside the Kempinski Moika 22 Hotel, you escape into the
world of ne dining, exclusive wines and delicious fondue.
This cellar accommodates up to 16 people but you are never
alone since you are accompanied by 200 dierent bottles of
wine and 50 bottles of champagne. On the menu you can
choose among others between four dierent fondues. Next
to the classical cheese fondue is a bourgogne meat fondue
and a chocolate fondue (as an entre, main and dessert
perhaps), you can also go for the champagne and perigord
true and cheese fondue. QAdmiralteiskaya, Nab. Reky
Moiky 22, MD-2, tel. (+7) 812 335 9111, www.kempinski.
com. Open Tue - Sat 18:00 - 22:00. . PAUW
INTERNATIONAL
BIBLIOTEKA
This culinary and cultural project takes up three storeys in
the old Dutch Church on Nevsky prospect. The ground oor
is a caf-delicatessen with tasty American and Dutch pies,
homemade burgers, fresh salads and coee. A restaurant
with a great view of Nevsky pr. is located on the rst oor,
along with a ower shop, a china shop, book shop and
candle shop. The ViVi childrens club is also located here.
The second oor has a relaxed atmosphere and comprises
a wine and tapas-bar. It is used for literary events, meet-
ings with writers and book presentations. A bookshop is
also located here.QD-3, Nevsky pr. 20, MNevsky pr., tel.
(+7) 812 244 15 94, www.facebook.com/ilovenevsky.
Open 08:00 - 01:00. . PTAESW
BOLSHAYA KUKHNYA
A huge panorama restaurant just a stones throw away from
Moskovsky train station. The name is very appropriate be-
cause the restaurant can t up to 400 people at once, mak-
ing it a great place for groups of friends and families to enjoy
a very wide menu of more than 150 dishes from around the
world. Among them head chef Vladimir Stebunov presents
pastas and pizzas, burgers, homemade desserts and plat-
ters for two or more. The little ones have their very own
menu in their very own restaurant.QE-3, Galeria Shopping
Centre, Ligovsky pr. 30A, MVosstaniya, tel. (+7) 812 984
04 84, www.big-kitchen.com. Open 10:00 - 23:00, Fri, Sat
10:00 - 02:00. . PTAULEGSW
MOSKVA CITY
Rooftop restaurants are the place to be in this city during
the summer. Moskva City oers an unusual and fantastic
view of St. Petersburg, with the broad Neva River glimmer-
ing in the sun. The good thing is, the food is not forgotten
and is all tasty, served by friendly waiters and attractively
presented. Prices are reasonable too. The terrace oers
excellent space for lounging and partying. When the
weather does not allow you to sit outside, they have lots
of space in their well designed restaurant the next storey
down.QD-1, Petrogradskaya nab. 18A, MGorkovskaya,
tel. (+7) 812 925 59 59, www.moskvacity.spb.ru. Open
12:00 until last guest. . PAESW
MYZHENATY
Another of ulitsa Rubinshteina hip hideaways, the cafe
Myzhenatys translation we are married perhaps refers
to the classic marriage of book and cafe. Here, jumbles of
tables and chairs peek through the maze of bookshelves,
where the literature itself constitutes most of the minimal-
ist decor. An admittedly small menu oers essential cof-
fees or juices, to accompany a delicious salad or sandwich.
The venue gets a thumbs up for not striving too hard for
ashiness, relying simply on a classic but contemporary
library like setting in which to congregate with friends for
a chat or simply pull something o the shelf and settle
down to read.QE-3, Ul. Rubinshteina 11, MDostoevs-
kaya, tel. (+7) 812 456 44 74. Open 12:00 - 11:00, Fri, Sat
12:00 - 01:00. . PAGSW
BRIXTON
Like many venues in the restaurants up and coming hip
hot spot namesake in London, this newly opened restau-
rant is sure to fast become a regular for stylish crowds.
Channeling the London vibe from SW2, the restaurants
bare brick walls, minimalist design and monochrome
decor add a sharp edge to a comfortable environment
for a quick working lunch or a few drinks later on. The
menu oers enough variation for all tastes and require-
ments, where quality dishes also provide enough quan-
tity to keep you going for a while afterwards, though the
choice between a lush glass of wine or a cold light Belgian
beer might be a tough one.QE-3, Ul. Zhukovskogo 33,
MMayakovskaya, tel. (+7) 812 930 89 87. Open 12:00 -
01:00. . PAGSW
BUDDHA-BAR
There are branches of the glamorous Buddha-Bar brand
in numerous cities around the world such as Paris, Lon-
don, Monte Carlo and Dubai all of which are frequented
by the A-list celebrity crowd. The Buddha-Bar restaurant
brings the nest elements of the lounge-restaurant brand
to Russia with a wide-ranging menu of fancy pan-Asian
cuisine with French accents, an inimitable lounge music
soundtrack and ultra-chic surroundings. Flashy, classy and
a little bit exotic, Buddha-Bar proves popular with the
cocktails crowd and fans of pan-Asian cuisine.QF-3, Sin-
opskaya nab. 78, MPl. Aleksandra Nevskogo, tel. (+7)
812 318 07 07, www.buddha-bar.ru. Open 12:00 - 02:00,
Fri, Sat 12:00 - 05:00. . PALESW
FIVE POINTS GASTROBAR
Five Points is another welcome addition in this neighbor-
hood full of restaurants. The attractive French-inspired
interior and the discrete background music are a perfect
setting for long conversations. The menu is not extensive
but all the dishes are delicious and made of fresh ingredi-
ents. The reasonable prices make it possible to try several
things from the menu which includes fresh salads, pastas,
sh, meat, and even tortillas. They have a great selection of
drinks from European beers to Russian wine.QE-3, Ul. Lo-
monosova 18, MDostoevskaya, tel. (+7) 812 600 23 26.
Open 10:00 - 23:00, Fri, Sun 11:00 - until the las guest. .
PTAEGSW
LONG ISLAND DINER & BAR
Long Island is located in a timewarp just o Nevsky pros-
pect. This place feels like a Hollywood remake of a 1950s
milk bar with all the Americana you could wish for: from
models of crime-ghting superheroes to Californian li-
cence plates, and pictures from 1950s classic lms to Elvis
Presley. The bar plays a constant soundtrack of solid 1950s
rock. The menu is all American too, burgers, beef and
French fries with a mind boggling array of milkshakes to
help you shake, rattle and roll. If you want something a bit
stronger, they have a wide range of alcoholic cocktails and
beverages.QD-3, Nab. kan. Griboedova 8/1, MNevsky
pr., tel. (+7) 812 924 36 97, www.longislanddiner.ru.
Open 24hrs. . PTAGSW
10 Admiralteisky Pr., +7 812 312 3886
www.tandoor-spb.ru
True Indian cooking
and hospitality
since 1994
20
years
RIBAI
A good juicy steak in St. Petersburg is something of a
delicacy, thus specialty restaurants are relatively rare
and expectedly pricy. The appropriately named Ribai is
a very welcome addition to the otherwise dreary scene:
given the nature of the cuisine it oers tremendous beef
selections at competitive rates. However, should you opt
for something other than steak theres another pleasant
surprise in store. Following the glorious traditions of an
American eatery the portions are mammoth and their
delicious entrees (other than seafood) are priced below
whats expected from a joint that looks as classy as Ribai
does.QD-3, Kazanskaya ul. 3, MNevsky pr., tel. +7 (812)
912 96 21, www.ribai.ru. Open 12:00 - 01:00, Thu, Fri, Sat
12:00 - 02:00. . PTAVESW
ROMEOS BAR AND KITCHEN
Near the Mariinsky Theater and a number of new hotels,
Romeos oers some of the highest quality and reasonably
priced Italian food in the city. The dcor and atmosphere
are relaxed, inviting guests to linger long and spend cozy
evenings with their guests. A nice place to bring a date or
have a family celebration (a childrens menu is available).
Being a proper Italian restaurant, there is a wide assort-
ment of sh and to mix it up a bit there is also a wide se-
lection of Caucasian and Russian starters and mains.QC-3,
Pr. Rimskogo-Korsakova 43, MSadovaya, tel. (+7) 812
572 54 48, www.romeosbarandkitchen.ru. Open 09:00
- 24:00. . PTALSW
THE KITCHEN
Styled to look like a fancy kitchen, The Kitchen oers a
little bit of everything: stir-fry, sushi, pasta, meat and
a long list of desserts. Fittingly, the main focus of The
Kitchen is the kitchen! Everything is made from the nest
ingredients and even the most basic dishes are given a
little culinary twist. Its pricey, but the food is tasty and
the service friendly, so if you are willing to travel a little
bit away from the hustle and bustle of the center you
denitely wont be disappointed.QB-3, Moskovsky pr.
73, MFrunzenskaya, tel. (+7) 812 952 85 85, www.
thekitchen.ru. Open 11:00 - 01:00, Fri, Sat 11:00 - 02:00.
. PTALSW
YELAGIN
A glamorous clientele is to be found at this chic, wooden
panelled restaurant on the water, with a view across the St.
Petersburg Riviera. Become part of a stylish crowd reclin-
ing on sofas downstairs or in the fresh air out on deck, and
you might think youre oating in the harbour of St. Tro-
pez. The menu boasts an Italian, Russian and Japanese se-
lection of meticulously cooked dishes presented by suave
waiting sta, and an on board bar oers a large collection
of mostly Italian wines as well as various cocktails. For not
too extortionate ne dining in a beautiful setting, this will
be one of your best bets in St. Petersburg.QB-1, Nab. Mar-
tynova, opposite the house 40, MKrestovsky ostrov,
tel. (+7) 812 947 15 44, www.elaginrest.ru. Open 12:00
- 24:00. . PASW
ITALIAN
CAFFE ITALIA
The cheerful and charming dcor, with checked table-
cloths, sunny yellow walls and Uzi catalogues on the
bookshelves, already puts this caf above the standard
casual Italian bistro. On oer is a diverse range of authentic
pasta dishes, pizzas, starters and paninis. The mozzarella
stretches about a kilometer and the imported olive oil is
positively succulent. If you can restrain yourself, the gor-
geously presented desserts are worth the eort and the
wine list is a spot-on selection of almost exclusively dry
Italian vintages that wont break the bank.QF-3, Pr. Ba-
kunina 5, MPl. Vosstaniya, tel. (+7) 812 905 64 74, www.
cafe-italia.ru. Open 12:00 - 24:00. . PNSW
GRATO TRATTORIA
If you are looking for a restaurant which diers from the
restaurants in the centre, Grato Trattoria is the place to go.
Here you can taste authentic Italian food or try something
a little more unusual. Located on Moskovsky prospekt
with its Stalinist architecture, this is a very comfortable
restaurant where you can feel at home and away with the
pleasures of Italy.QMoskovsky pr. 171, MPark Pobedy,
tel. (+7) 812 388 34 23, www.grato-trattoria.ru. Open
10:00 until last guest (kitchen open 10:00 - 22:45). .
PTAGSW
GUSTO
A classy and hip little place where local businessmen and
gastrophiles come regularly to feast on excellent Italian
food and good wines. In fact, many of the patrons seem
to just sit down and are immediately served their favou-
rite bottle, followed by a selection of dishes from the chef
without a word being spoken to the waiters. Its that kind
of attention, atmosphere and food. The menu looks basic
but all the dishes are complex mouth-watering master-
pieces which benet from a light hand and subtle tastes.
Be sure to order the bread basket, a selection of freshly
baked, in-house rolls and loaves that are perfect for mop-
ping up every last drop of sauce. Be sure to save some
space for one of the homemade desserts if possible.QF-3,
Degtyarnaya ul. 1a, MPl. Vosstaniya, tel. (+7) 812 941
17 44, www.gusto-spb.ru. Open 12:00 - 24:00, Fri, Sat
12:00 - 01:00. . PTALESW
ITALY BOTTEGA
This restaurant is like an Italian grocery - small and very
cozy. All the guests are seated at a large table, as is com-
mon in Europe. The menu features traditional Italian
homemade pasta, delicious pizza and some kinds of ri-
sotto. Exactly the same menu is represented in Italy West
on Bolshoy pr. 48 and Italy South on Moskovsky pr. 159.
But in Italy Bottega there is also a new section - antipasti
on wooden boards from Chef Michael Sokolov and an
impressive wine list. After 23:00, wine can be ordered as
a takeaway.QD-3, Bol. Morskaya ul. 14, MAdmiralteis-
kaya, tel. (+7) 812 966 19 56, www.italy-group.ru. Open
09:00 - 02:00. . PTASW
JAMIES ITALIAN
There are restaurants which carry this name in more than
30 cities around the world. Admirers of the legendary chef
Jamie Oliver should remain satised: the menu oers tra-
ditional Italian dishes using recipes made by Jamie and
his mentor Gennaro ontaldo. The pasta is made from
Italian our and farm eggs, and is prepared right before
your eyes, and the rustic bread is made according to origi-
nal recipes, and is baked in special ovens. The wine list
is mainly Italian wines, and almost any wine is available
by the glass. Lovers of the Italian festive atmosphere are
exactly the type of people this place has in mind.QD-2,
Konyushennaya pl. 2, MNevsky pr., tel. (+7) 812 600 25
70, www.jamieoliver.com/italian/russia/st-petersburg.
Open 12:00 - 24:00. . PTALSW
MAKARONNIKI
Located on the Petrograd side close to the Petrogradsky
sports stadium, this rooftop restaurant gets 11 out of 10 for
style points with their terrace, complete with hammocks,
bright blue wooden gazebos, chaise lounges and even a
sandbox for the kids. Enjoy unusual views of Peter and Paul
Fortress, the spit of Vasilevsky Island and the State Hermit-
age Museum in background - along with the domes of oth-
er St. Petersburg landmarks. Makaronniki oers a Mediter-
ranean menu with world class wines, cocktails, homemade
lemonade and Sangria.QC-2, Pr. Dobrolyubova 16, MS-
portivnaya, tel. (+7) 812 677 60 88, www.makaronniki.ru.
Open 12:00 - 24:00. . PTALSW
Where to eat
Features
KONYUSHENNAYA AREA
Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev
one of the classics of
Russian literature. Nikolai
Andreevich Rimskiy-
Korsakov a great Rus-
sian composer. Arkadiy
Aleksandrovich Rylov an
esteemed Russian-Soviet
artist and teacher. What do
these distinguised people
all have in common? At one point of their lives they all re-
sided on a beautiful street in St. Petersburg that connects
Nevsky Prospekt and Konyushennaya Square.
Bolshaya Konyushennaya street, which runs parallel to
River Moika, appeared on the map of St. Petersburg in the
1730s at the order of Empress Anna Ionnavna. In Russian,
the name means the Big Stable street and this is no acci-
dent: the street was created to connect Nevsky Prospekt
to the Konyushennaya Square, where the Empress had her
regal stables.
At rst this street became tightly lined with small wooden
houses that belonged to Europeans who relocated to St.
Petersburg but these didnt last very long as in 1739 an
order came in to replace them with one- and two-storey
concrete buildings. Many of the Europeans remained and
therefore this area of St. Petersburg is where most of the
non-Orthodox places of worhsip were constructed. The
Finnish Church of Saint Mary was built between 1803 and
1805 and the Germano-French Reformist Church three
decades earlier.
Soon after the Germano-French Church was established, a
new street appeared on the map of St. Petersburg Malaya
Konyushennaya street, or Small Stable street. Like its older
sibling, this street also got its name from being connected
to Konyushennaya Square.
Life in this area of St. Petersburg was smoothly running its
course throughout the 19th century. Buildings were being
renovated and restructured, the foreign houses of worship
got new add-ons..but when the Bolsheviks came power
these two streets discontinued to exist. In October 1918
Malaya Konyushennaya became Sofyi Perovskoi street and
Bolshaya Konyushennaya was renamed after A. I. Zhely-
abov, a notorious revolutionary and terrorist.
MARCELLIS
Marcellis is a chain of welcoming Italian restaurants with a
simple style reecting the usual images of Italy (jars of condi-
ments and olives here, an Italian meat and cheese case there),
although its the tables full of noisy dinners that really make
up the unpretentious atmosphere. The pared-down menu
tends towards pastas and risottos in marathon-runner-sized
portions. The dishes pop with garlic and the sauces are in-
fused to bursting point with tomato, chili and basil - delicious.
With an open kitchen, Marcellis oers diners yet another pos-
sibility to eat quality Italian food in the heart of the centre. Also
at Nevsky pr. 21 (metro Nevsky pr.), ul. Vosstaniya 15 (metro Pl.
Vosstaniya), pr. Kosmonavtov 39/27 (metro Moskovskaya) and
ul. Odoevskogo 34 (metro Vasileostrovskaya).QD-3, Nevsky
43, MMayakovskaya, tel. (+7) 812 984 41 44, www.
marcellis.ru. Open 24hrs. . PTAGSW
PALERMO
Palermo is a cosy restaurant, a stones throw from Nevsky
pr. and ul. Rubinshteina. The restaurant is decorated in
an Italian style with frescoes giving you views of Italian
beeches below. The muted, pale blue lighting is reminis-
cent of dusk. The soundtrack of classic movies plays softly
in the background, putting you instantly into a relaxed
frame of mind. In keeping with the Italian dcor, Palermo
oers a Mediterranean menu with healthy salads, plenty
of olives and lean, clean meat. Business lunch 12:00 - 16:00,
230Rbl.QE-3, Nab. reky Fontanky 50, MDostoevskaya,
tel. (+7) 812 764 37 64, www.palermo-spb.ru. Open
12:00 - 24:00. . PTAESW
PERCORSO
Italian to the core, this restaurant combines a magnicent
interior with great food. You want to see the chef prepar-
ing the food, or rather sit near the re, perhaps you prefer
a view on St. Isaacs square and cathedral? Its all possible
here at Percorso, decorated with beautiful chandeliers, art
and comfortable seats all in a warm setting. Sta is smiling
and welcoming and happy to help you pick and choose
the best it has to oer, which is a lot. Fresh seafood, deli-
cate meat, homemade pasta, cheeses and more. Combine
that with a nice glass of wine and youll have a great night
out (at least we did). Prices are more than reasonable for
a restaurant of this kind.QD-3, Four Seasons Hotel Lion
Palace St. Petersburg, Voznesensky pr. 1, MAdmiral-
teiskaya, tel. (+7) 812 339 80 44, www.fourseasons.
com/stpetersburg/. . PALW
TESTO
Pizza and pasta are what they do here in this novelty little
basement bar, named after the Russian word for dough.
They make their own pasta, changing the menu daily and
serve up the pizza with tasty Italian style thin crusts and
freshly grated parmesan. The grey and red interior and re-
laxed atmosphere makes it perfect for lone diners, lunchers
or anyone after a snack. Beers are available on tap as well
as a choice of wines.QD-3, Grivtsova per. 5/29, MSado-
vaya, tel. (+7) 812 315 64 20, www.testogastronomica.
ru. Open 12:00 - 24:00. . PTASW
During the Soviet times several buildings on Bolshaya and
Malaya Konyushennaya changed the purpose of their exist-
ence because the Bolsheviks, of course, did not recognize
religion or the bourgeios lifestyle. And so the fashionable
restaurant Medved on Bolshaya Konyushennya 27 was
transformed into the Raikin Theater (which is there till this
day) and right next door - house number 25 - where there
was once the French Reformist church, the government es-
tablished a Soviet-style doughnut place called Zhelyabova
25. Until this day, locals believe this to be the best little cof-
fee and pastry joint in town and maybe it has something to
do with the fact that in the last 50 years the recipes and the
assortment havent changed at all. From 1709 and up until
1918, house number 5 on Malaya Konyushennaya used to
be the German School - Sankt-Petri-Schule - and one of
the oldest educational institutions in Russia. Although in
1991 the building was given its old name back, it is famous
among Russian rockers and music lovers for once being
the residence of the one and only Boris Grebenschikov,
the leader of the legendary group Akvarium. It is a place of
pilgrimage for fans of the group and the walls are covered
with bands lyircs.
Nowadays, this area is a great place for a nice walk, soaking in
history and culture and hanging out with friends. The beauti-
ful Spaso-Konyushennaya Church is located on Konyushen-
naya Square; this is the church where Russias most famous
poet Aleksandr Sergeevich Pushkin had his burial service in
1837. In 2010 Bolshaya Konyushennaya underwent a mass
reconstruction process and is now a pleasant leafy boulevard
with cafes, fountains, horse sculptures and benches. Its also
a great place to splurge on elite designer brands thanks to a
number of boutiques as well as the newly re-opened DLT
department store, which stands for the Leningrad House
of Trade. Malaya Konyushennaya became a car-free pedes-
trian street in the 1990s and in 1997 a large bronze statue of
Nikolai Gogol was erected in the middle of the street.
RESTAURANTS IN HOTELS
So whats the latest in hotel news this autumn? Were
very glad you asked! Firstly, Courtyard by Marriott
St. Petersburg Center West Pushkin Hotel is very
pleased to oer a brand new autumn menu at its Bier-
stube restaurant. From October 21st until November
30th the menu will have traditional fall specialties that
include pumpkin, lots of chestnuts and, of course, game.
Next up, Belmond
Grand Hotel Europe
is proud to present Rus-
sias biggest selection of
fresh Malossol (slightly
salted) caviar so typical
of this time of year in St
Petersburgs only caviar
restaurant, The Caviar
Bar, with the pinnacle
of indulgence being
the rare Golden Caviar from the albino sterlet in Russias
Far East. This unbelievably tender avor is best savored
slowly with Russian vodka or a l francais with exclusive
champagne. Other delectable additions at the Caviar Bar
this autumn include unpasteurised beluga and Astrakhan
and Siberian oscietra, sevruga and sterlet caviars, as well
as fresh red caviar from hunchback and Siberian salmon.
Also, pike caviar, which is making a comeback this season,
is another exciting enhancement to the menu.
The Renaissance St. Petersburg Baltic Hotel to-
gether with the new head chef Anton Turchin has been
hard at work all summer preparing a whole new gas-
tronomic conceptand its nally here! At the heart of
this new menu are local St. Peterburgian avors, so it
goes without saying that most of the ingredients are
locally sourced and produced in the Leningrad region.
That means an abundance of mushroom, berry and ap-
ple dishes. For example, one of the chefs new signature
dishes is jam made out of pine needles from the region.
Tea ceremonies are about to get a whole lot sweeter at
Kempinski Hotel Moika 22. A new collection of deli-
cious French desserts, made by Christophe Laplaza, the
hotels executive chef, has added an exquisite charm to
the hotels elegant Tea Room. Here, guests can now try
numerous specialties that are bound to make any tea
drinking ceremony worthy of the Queen of England
herself: French Cheesecake or Financier with Apricot
and Pistachio, Medovic a`la Kempinski Moika 22, clas-
sic Opera Cake, excellent Vanilla Tahiti clairs or Rasp-
berry Mood Marmalade. A classic cup of coee might
bring a joyful holiday mood if paired with any of the
macaroons from a wide assortment of dierent tastes -
honey, popcorn, pistachio lime, pina colada, blackberry,
coconut, raspberry, caramel and orange chocolate.
For contact information on hotels check page 55-57.
Nightlife Where to eat
The nightlife in St. Petersburg is brilliant. You can eat, drink
and dance around the clock. The city has dimly lit jazz halls,
groovy strip-clubs and a vibrant underground music scene.
BARS AND PUBS
BIRZHA BAR
Birzha Bar is located on Vasilevsky Island which was origi-
nally intended to be St. Petersburgs central city. The island
is today one of St. Petersburgs most attractive areas, and
the Birzha Bar is located on the spit of the island in the old
St. Petersburg Stock Exchange. The bar aims to hold wild
dance nights on Friday and Saturday with live DJs and at-
tract Russian and foreign musicians to jazz up your night.
QC-2, Birzhevoy per. 4, MVasileostrovskaya, tel. (+7)
812 925 88 06, www.birjabar.ru. Open 12:00 - 02:00, Fri,
Sat 12:00 - 06:00. . PAEW
BRISTOL PUB
Bristol is a quiet, respectable pub; a thick rug on the oor,
leather-upholstered sofas and velvet armchairs - everything
heres cosy and snug. Black-and-white photographs of the
20s and 30s create the atmosphere of the England of the time.
Bristol is just as suited to business lunch among colleagues
as to a celebration in high-spirited company. Dont expect
anything out of the ordinary from the cooking - everythings
simply done, but very tasty.QE-3, Ul. Marata 36/38, MV-
ladimirskaya, tel. (+7) 812 713 24 42, www.molly.su. Open
12:00 - 01:00, Fri, Sat 12:00 - 03:00. PASW
DISCOVER THE WORLD
OF BUDDHA-BAR
Buddha-Bar St Petersburg is a rst Russian lounge-restaurant
of Buddha-Bar global network widely known for the unique
format in megacities of all over the world (Paris, New York,
London, Monte Carlo, Prague, Beirut and other cities). Bud-
dha-Bar concept is based on a combination of pan-Asian
gastronomy, own musical concepts and unique interior.
HISTORY
First Buddha-Bar lounge-restaurant opened its doors in
Paris in 1996. The founder and the mastermind of Buddha-
Bar brand is Raymond Visan. Now there are more than 25
Buddha-Bar restaurants, SPA and hotels all over the world.
Regular Buddha-Bar customers are eminent guests and
show business stars, such as: David and Victoria Beckham,
Lady Gaga, Cameron Diaz, Johnny Depp, Jennifer Lopez,
Pu Daddy, Sharon Stone, Madonna, Will Smith, Tim Burton,
John Galliano, Thierry Henry, Demi Moore, Bill Clinton, Naomi
Campbell, Celine Dion, Sylvester Stallone and many others.
INTERIOR
Unusual combination of comfort reected in clever atmos-
phere of serenity, conceptual interaction of light and music
will help you relax and catch a break from the city buzz. Tra-
ditional features of every restaurant of the global network are
ancient vases, dense streams of the amber light changing to
twilight, mosaic, French gold fabrics, varnished wood, create
a serenity atmosphere for each visitor. Key element is a statue
of Buddha which has been a main symbol of all restaurants
of the global network for many years. Area of the restaurant
Buddha-Bar St Petersburg is 2500 sq.m. First oor is assigned
for lounge area, there is one of the largest bars in St Peters-
burg, lounge tables, and 5 private dinettes. The restaurant
area is on the second oor. There are also Wine Room and
VIP-room which can accommodate up to 40 guests.
CUISINE
Chef Aaron Stott has extensive experience of work in the best
pan-Asian restaurants in London (Vong and Nozomi), Dubai
(Okku), Moscow (Kinki). Buddha-Bar oers a wide variety of
CUBA LIBRE
The bar is adorned by Cuban ags, and from the remark-
able jumble of spirits behind the bar, you would have to
choose at least something with rum in. More than su-
cient seating make Cuba Libre a decent choice for a bite
to eat, where the classic burger and platters to share will
go down a treat, but its really the night when the place
comes alive. The heaps of fresh fruit behind the bar prom-
ise a refreshing cocktail, and indeed the menu is so long
you might not let yourself leave until youve sampled a
good few.QE-3, Sadovaya ul. 7-9-11, MNevsky pr., tel.
(+7) 812 983 55 26, www.barcubalibre.ru. Open 24hrs.
. PAESW
DEAD POETS
This is a European style whiskey bar for those who want a
more relaxed atmosphere. Dead Poets markets itself at the
discerning connoisseur who would rather spend the eve-
ning sipping whiskey or wine and playing chess or back-
gammon than running riot in a bar. The choice of whiskey
is impressive and provided with a delicious range of snacks.
The bar plays soft background music and has an art nou-
veau interior.QE-3, Ul. Zhukovskogo 12, MMayakovsk-
ogo, tel. (+7) 812 449 46 56, www.dpoets.ru. Open 11:00
- 01:00, Fri - Sun 11:00 - 03:00. . PAW dishes of the countries of Pacic region. Cooked only from
the best ingredients, healthful, lled with fruit aroma, Bud-
dha-Bar dishes harmoniously combine classical recipes and
bright culinary ideas.
MUSIC
Buddha-Bar music is traditionally exotic and rare selection of
pieces specially created by musical residents of Buddha-Bar
global network. DJs easily mix Indian, Arabian, Spanish, Latin
American, Peruvian, Greek, Tibetan rhythms, creating some
kind of sensations in the music world.
QSinopskaya Naberezhnaya 78, tel. (+7) 812 318 07 07,
www.buddha-bar.ru
Chef Aaron Stott
Tyomnoe Dark
Svetloe Light (for beer)
Nightlife Nightlife
PURGA
There are two Purgas right next to each other on the Fon-
tanka river. Purga I celebrates New Years Eve every night
complete with midnight countdown and mock TV address
by Russia/Soviet leaders. In Purga II, couples celebrate
mock weddings and dress up in white plastic creations to
look like brides and bridegrooms. Book ahead if you want
to get a table and make sure you arrive before midnight,
when the festivities begin.QE-3, Nab. reky Fontanky 11,
MMayakovskaya, tel. (+7) 812 570 51 23, www.purga-
club.ru. Open 16:00 - 06:00. PASW
RADIOBABY
With its high ceilings and groovy modern dcor, Ra-
diobaby has been cleverly divided with the dance oor,
bar and chill-out room all owing into one another so
you can rock, drink and relax all in one place. The crowd
is a diverse mix of hipsters and the old-guard and the
DJs are local favorites who know how to keep the energy
up. The no house, no techno rule is in eect. Entrance is
through the archway and to the left.QD-3, Kazanskaya
ul. 7, MNevsky pr., www.radiobaby.com. Open 18:00 -
06:00. PEW
COCKTAIL BARS
BAR 812
Weeknights this narrow bar seems like a quiet, unassum-
ing place to sip a cocktail and chat with a date or a friendly
fellow patron. At the weekend, however, the beautiful
people come out to glide past face control and play Carrie
Bradshaw with their cosmos in hand and dance stillettos at
the ready. No beer, just (expertly) mixed drinks.QE-3, Ul.
Zhukovskogo 11, MMayakovskaya, tel. (+7) 812 956 81
29, www.bar812.ru. Open 18:00 - 02:00, Fri, Sat 18:00 -
04:00. PAESW
DAIQUIRI BAR
Sexy girls in racy outts and handsome men in suits cover
the walls in this red, white and chrome homage to Sex and
the City. The sta are extremely friendly and the cocktails
professionally made - the house daiquiris are particularly
good. With more than 300 exotic yet reasonably priced
cocktails on the list it can be a good place to start the week-
end. Also at Gorokhovaya ul. 49.QD-2, Bol. Konyushennaya
ul. 1, MNevsky pr., tel. (+7) 812 943 81 14, www.dbar.ru.
Open 16:00 - 04:00. Fri, Sat 16:00 - 06:00. PASW
TSVETOCHKI
A caf-bar in the true sense of the word. Guests are seated
around a handful of small wooden tables alternatively
drinking pots of tea or complicated cocktails and the mu-
sic is a mash of country, jazz, soul and nostalgic pop. Dcor
is minimal brick walls and the odd splash of colour with
the trendy good-looking sta an added feature. Tsvetoch-
ki attracts a young, intelligent set looking to start the night
in a laidback fashion so leave your bling at home.QE-3, Ul.
Rubinshteina 36, MDostoevskaya, tel. (+7) 812 942 07
54. Open 09:00 - 05:00. PAW
LIBRARY BAR
Only round the corner from St. Isaacs, Library bar oers a
simple bite to eat and a marvelous selection of beers to re-
fresh the busy sightseer. The small and friendly environment
has more of a relaxed pub feel than a restaurant, and indeed
as a self proclaimed gastrobar oers lling but carefully
prepared food. The library-esque wood paneling and plush
leather furniture make up for the lack of books, but the ven-
ue might be more of a place to catch some football on the
many screens with a fresh Belgian beer than somewhere
to relax with just a book for company.QD-3, Voznesensky
pr. 4, MAdmiralteiskaya, tel. (+7) 812 927 39 99, www.
library-bar.ru. Open 24hrs. . PASW
LIVERPOOL
If Beatles covers are your thing, youll enjoy Liverpool - a
pub with local bands playing British retro pop. Liverpool
serves great food in large portions, has screens for sport
events and quite a few beers on oer. Located just a short
walk from Nevsky Prospekt it serves as a good place to
relax, play pool and have beers with friends, while hum-
ming or singing along with your favorite songs.QE-3, Ul.
Mayakovskogo 16, MMayakovskaya, tel. (+7) 812 579
20 54, www.liverpool.ru. Open 12:00 - 01:00, Fri, Sat
12:00 - 03:00. . PAW
POLTORY KOMNATY
However many friends you roll up to Poltory Komnaty bar
with, you can expect one more in the form of the barman.
Enthusiastic to shake up a cocktail selected specially for
you from their vast expertise, the sta will save you the
trouble of deliberating over long cocktail menus. All the
drinks here are presented beautifully, the typically elegant
cocktails are served on a mini wooden board decorated
with a sort of mini tapas of anything from chocolate or
berries to cured meat to accompany a red wine.QE-2, Ul.
Mayakovskogo 34, MChernyshevskaya, tel. (+7) 905
255 38 48. Open 18:00 until last guest. . PAW
TERMINAL BAR
Behind a long smooth bar stretching almost the whole
length of the place, the wall reveals shelves groaning un-
der the weight of just about any spirit you might fancy.
Fortunately without the reputation of the infamous New
York City Terminal bar appearing in Martin Scorseses
Taxi Driver, the space is popular with the trendy folk of
the city spread across the bar stools peppered across the
room. There is even a piano here for those who feel like
entertaining.QE-2, Ul. Belinskogo 11, MMayakovskaya.
Open 14:00 until last guest. . PW
CLUBS
AVRORA
Avrora bills itself as an entertainment complex and certainly
has grand ambitions with a bowl-shaped concert hall that
can t up to 1500 during concerts and a smaller and more
intimate hall, B.B. King, which features smaller concerts and
other events. The programme features a mix of pop, rock, folk,
punk, and alternative concerts as well as disco nights and af-
ter parties. In much of the club there is an amazing view of the
Big Nevka River and the Avrora Cruiser.QE-1, Pirogovskaya
nab. 5/2, MPl. Lenina, tel. (+7) 812 907 19 17, www.avrora-
zal.ru. Open 12:00 - 22:00. PALEW
DACHA
This place gets really crowded during the weekend but
then it also tends to be more fun. The later the hour the
crazier the atmosphere with people dancing up a huge
sweat in this tiny pocket of a place. Dont dress too fancy
if youre coming here for the night, youre likely to get
beer spilt on you and the place is smokier than a cuban
warehouse. Despite the mess the friendly and energetic
atmosphere of Dacha is addictive.QD-3, Dumskaya ul. 9,
MNevsky pr. Open 18:00 - 06:00. PEW
DOM BYTA
The owners had their tongues rmly in cheek when this bar
was named after the type of storefronts that oer everything
from plastic tablecloths to watch repair. The interior is pure
70s swank, with burnished gold wall hangings and a long
turquoise bar. Nice touches like vintage glass ashtrays and
antique porcelain teapots show impeccable taste in kitsch
and the DJs are no less sensitive to the mood, playing subtle
electro tracks on quieter nights and amping it up for the more
boisterous weekends.QE-3, Razyezzhaya ul. 12, MVladi-
mirskaya, tel. (+7) 812 975 55 99, www.dombeat.ru. Open
12:00 - 06:00, Fri, Sat 12:00 - 07:00. PTAESW
MISHKA
Named after the youtube celebrity, Mishka the talking
husky, this tiny basement bar is well done up in grey with
pink accents. All the hipsters are here, with their oversized
glasses and handmade accessories. Theyre tapping their
feet to the DJ whos sharing space with the friendly bar-
tenders.QE-3, Nab. reky Fontanky 40, MNevksky pr.,
tel. (+7) 812 643 25 50, www.mishkabar.ru. Open 12:00
- 02:00, Fri, Sat 12:00 - 06:00. PAEW
BLUE ROUTE PUB CRAWL
The Dickens cordially invites you on a pub crawl: an ad-
venturous, not particularly strenuous activity for those
faithful who cherish the English tradition of spending
an enjoyable evening wandering from one pleasant
hostelry to the next in the company of friends both
old and new. What better way than a pub-crawl to do
justice to the famous White Nights, and to x in your
memory the wonders of summer in the centre of St
Petersburg? Come with us on a special trip through
the city centre, punctuated by your favourite watering-
holes (youll spot them by their colour: our pub signs,
sta uniforms, even our upholstery is all in the same
dark blue Dickens hue). Collect two stamps on our spe-
cial Blue Route yer, and claim your free pint of proper
English ale in the third pub you visit. (Stamps valid for
one day only). Read more at www.dickenspubs.com
What to see What to see
St. Petersburgs World-Heritage-Listed city centre is one of the
most awe-inspiring in Europe. Designed by Europes greatest
architects, it was virtually untouched during Soviet times.
They did however add a few hundred apartment monstrosi-
ties outside town though. The city has an enormous amount
of individual tourist attractions which remain enchantingly
beautiful and steeped in fascinating history.
THE ESSENTIALS
ALEKSANDER NEVSKY MONASTERY
Founded by Peter the Great, in 1710, this orthodox mon-
astery is the most important in St. Petersburg. The St.
Trinity cathedral is worth a visit and so is the cemetery,
where you can visit the graves of Russias greatest com-
posers and writers, including Tchaikovsky, Mussorgsky,
Glinka and Dostoevsky. You can buy fresh holy bread in
the monasterys bakery in the afternoon (on your left as
you approach the Trinity cathedral from the entrance).QF-
3, Nab. reky Monastyrky 1, MPl. Aleksandra Nevskogo,
tel. (+7) 812 274 17 02, www.lavra.spb.ru. Open daily
06:00 - 20:00. Admission free.
CHURCH OF THE SAVIOUR ON THE SPILT
BLOOD
This Moscow-style church with richly coloured onion
domes looks a bit out of place in the European centre of
St. Petersburg, but its one of the citys most beautiful and
memorable landmarks. It got its awkward name because
it was built on the spot where Tsar Alexander II was mur-
dered in 1881. Locals call it the mosaic church because
the interior is covered with magnicent mosaics, each
wall with a particular Biblical theme. It was renovated in
the early 1990s and reopened as a museum in 1997.QD-
2, Nab. kan. Griboedova 2b, MNevsky pr., tel. (+7)
812 315 16 36, www.cathedral.ru. Open 11:00 - 19:00.
Closed Wed. Admission 50 - 250Rbl.
KAZAN CATHEDRAL
This cathedral, which was modelled on St. Peters in Rome, is
one of the citys most majestic. It was built from 1801 to 1811
to house the miracle-working Icon Our Lady of Kazan. The
dome is 80-metres high and the colonnade facing Nevsky
has 96 columns. Be warned, its a quiet place and they dont
like you to talk a lot in here, its place of prayer and contem-
plation.QD-3, Kazanskaya pl. 2, MNevsky pr., tel. (+7)
812 314 46 63, www.kazansky-spb.ru. Open 09:00 - 20:00
Daily services 10:00 and 18:00. Admission free.
KUNSTKAMERA (PETER THE GREAT MUSEUM
OF ANTHROPOLOGY AND ETHNOGRAPHY)
St. Petersburgs oldest museum is also its strangest. Kunst-
kamera (which translates as art house) was founded by Pe-
ter the Great in 1714. It is also known as the Peter the Great
Museum of Anthropology and Ethnography. It has anthro-
pological and ethnographic collections on the cultures
of people around the world as well as an eclectic mix of
random items that Peter and Russian explorers collected
on their worldly travels. Peters Anatomical Collection with
its severed hands and malformed babies in jars still draws
the crowds.QC-2, Universitetskaya nab. 3, MAdmiral-
teiskaya, tel. (+7) 812 328 14 12, www.kunstkamera.
ru. Open 11:00 - 19:00. Closed Mon and last Tue of the
month. Admission 50 - 250Rbl.
PETER AND PAUL FORTRESS
The Fortress is the cradle of the city; St. Petersburgs rst
settlement. Now a tourist complex, it houses the famous
Cathedral of the Saint Apostles Peter and Paul, along with
numerous museums, galleries and spectacular river-side
views. The proudest oerings are the large Commandants
House museum which examines the history of the city and
the smaller, modern and fun museum at the Neva Curtain
Wall which studies the history of the Fortress itself. How-
ever, the more unusual Engineers House and Museum of
Space Exploration are really very quirky and good. The
Mint displays coin collections and the Printing Workshop
contains printing and ceramic relics. Visit the Neva Cur-
tain Wall archway for the best view, and brave a dip in the
bracing waters at your own risk.QD-2, Petropavlovs-
kaya krepost 3, MGorkovskaya, tel. (+7) 812 230 64 31,
www.spbmuseum.ru. The fortress is open 08:30 - 21:00.
All details about museums and cathedral open hours
on the website. Entrance to fortress is free. All inclusive
ticket 370Rbl (ticket valid for all museums).
RUSSIAN MUSEUM
A dazzling journey from thirteenth century icons to the
cream of Russian avant-garde, the Russian Museum is
housed in various buildings and palaces. With a maze
of beautifully decorated rooms, the main Mikhailovsky
Palace is a delight for art-lovers, whatever their favoured
genre. It is widely acclaimed for containing the most out-
standing collection of icons from ancient Rus. The Benois
Wing has an especially strong display of work from the
turn of the twentieth century. Tickets can include entrance
to the Stroganov Palace, Marble Palace and Mikhailovsky
Castle which host temporary exhibitions. QD-2, Inzhen-
ernaya ul. 4, MNevsky pr., tel. (+7) 812 595 42 48, www.
rusmuseum.ru. Open 10:00 - 18:00, Thu 13:00 - 21:00.
Closed Tue. Admission 150 - 350Rbl. All inclusive ticket
300 - 600Rbl.
ST. ISAACS CATHEDRAL
Fully restored inside and out, St. Isaacs is one of the worlds
largest and most ornate cathedrals. The interior is adorned
with gold trim, mosaics and paintings. Designed by Au-
guste de Montferrand and built between 1818 and 1858
the church was named in tribute to Peter the Great who
was born on the day of St. Isaac of Dalmatia. If it is a clear
day we recommend climbing to the domes top; the pan-
oramic view is absolutely worth the eort.QD-3, Isaakievs-
kaya pl. 4, MAdmiralteiskaya, tel. (+7) 812 315 97 32,
www.cathedral.ru. Open 11:00 - 19:00. Closed Wed. Col-
onnade open daily 11:00 - 17:00. Closed second Wed of
the month. Tickets for the cathedral and the colonnade
are sold separately. Admission Cathedral 50 - 250Rbl.
Colonnade 150Rbl. Audioguide 100Rbl.
Take note that most museum ticket oces close one
hour before the ocial closing time. Also remember most
museums ask you to buy an extra photography ticket if
you would like to take photos or videos
HERMITAGE
The director of the Hermitage once said, I cant say that
the Hermitage is the number one museum in the world,
but its certainly not the second. And with over three
million works of art and treasures housed in ve con-
nected buildings along the Neva, the museum cant fail
to impress. Give yourself plenty of time and try to go
on a weekday to avoid the crowds or even take a virtual
tour. Four hours is probably an absolute minimum of
time to spend there if you want to see the main state
rooms and some of the most popular artworks.
The museums art collection covers all of the great-
est European movements. Lovers of the renaissance
shouldnt miss the Da Vincis, Canalettos, Michaelange-
los and Raphaels of the Italian rooms. The Rembrandt
room lled with works by the old master is another
must as are the nearby El Grecos. The great impression-
ists like Gaugin, Van Gogh, Degas, Matisse, Picasso and
the gang are all up on the top oor where there is also a
very large selection of Oriental and Middle Eastern art.
The ground oor houses the museums treasures of an-
cient Greece, Rome, Egypt and Persia as well as antiquities
from the near and central east. There is also a number of
cafes and shops on the ground oor just to the right of
the main staircase after the entrance to the museum.
The largest number of opulent state rooms such as the
throne rooms, ballrooms, boudoirs, the spectacular clock
room with its huge peacock clock and other libraries,
parlours and the like are largely located on the rst oor
(in Russian 2nd oor) of the winter palace and lead o in
dierent directions from the Jordan staircase (where you
enter the museum just after the ticket oces).
QD-2, Dvortsovaya nab. 34 (entrance from
Dvortsovaya pl.), MAdmiralteiskaya, tel. (+7) 812
710 90 79, www.hermitagemuseum.org. Open
10:30 - 18:00, Wed 10:30 - 21:00. Closed Mon. Ad-
mission 400Rbl. Audioguide 350Rbl. Excursion bu-
reau (+7) 812 571 84 46.
CHURCHES
St. Petersburg is home to
many dierent churches
and monasteries, all with
beautiful architecture.
Of course there is St.
Isaacs Cathedral, which
is the largest Russian Or-
thodox Cathedral in the
city, and one of the larg-
est domed cathedrals in
the world. It houses a
museum, and it is possible to walk up to the colonnade
for fantastic views of the city. The distinctive Church of the
Saviour on the Spilt Blood is no longer consecrated, but is
now a museum of mosaics. The unique Kazan Cathedral
dominates Nevsky Prospect, and the Troitsky Cathedral
with its blue domes overlooks the Fontanka Canal. These
buildings give a great insight into Russias past.
SMOLNY CATHEDRAL
QF-2, Pl. Rastrelli 3, MChernyshevskaya, tel. (+7) 812
710 31 59, www.cathedral.ru. Open 11:00 - 19:00, bell-
tower 11:00 - 18:00. Closed Wed. Admission 50 - 150Rbl,
concerts 200 - 700Rbl. Bell-tower 100Rbl.
ST. NICHOLAS CATHEDRAL
QC-3, Nikolskaya pl. 1/3, MSennaya pl., tel. (+7) 812
714 70 85, www.nikolskiysobor.ru. Open 06:30 - 19:30.
Daily services 07:00, 10:00, 18:00. Admission free.
TROITSKY CATHEDRAL
QD-4, Izmailovsky pr. 7a, MTekhnologichesky Insti-
tut, tel. (+7) 812 251 89 27, www.izmsobor.ru. Open
08:00 - 19:00. Daily services 10:00, Fri - Sun 17:00.
VLADIMIRSKY CATHEDRAL
QE-3, Vladimirsky pr. 20, MVladimirskaya, tel. (+7)
812 312 19 38, www.vladimirsobor.spb.ru. Open 08:00 -
19:30. Services daily 09:00, 18:00. Sun 07:00, 10:00.
MUSEUMS
St. Petersburg has been described as a living museum un-
der the open skies, and for good reason! There is something
for everyone, from the world famous Hermitage art gallery,
to museums about the citys famous writers, including
Dostoevsky, as well as museums dedicated to vodka (of
course!), chocolate, and bread! You can also see castles and
palaces, such as the Mikhailovsky Castle, and the Menshi-
kov Palace, as well as the Peter and Paul Fortress, which is
now The State Museum of History of St. Petersburg.
ARTILLERY MUSEUM
QD-2, Aleksandrovsky park 7 (entrance from Kro-
nverkskaya nab.), MGorkovskaya, tel. (+7) 812 232
02 96, www.artillery-museum.ru. Open 11:00 - 18:00.
Closed Mon, Tue and last Thu of the month. Admission
50 - 300Rbl.
GRANDMAKET (RUSSIA IN MINIATURE)
QTsvetochnaya ul. 16, MMoskovskie Vorota, tel. (+7)
812 495 54 65, www.grandmaket.ru. Open 10:00 -
20:00. Admission 400Rbl, children 200Rbl. Weekend
450Rbl, children 250Rbl.
MUSEUM OF THE HISTORY OF RELIGION
QC-3, Pochtamtskaya ul. 14, MAdmiralteiskaya, tel.
(+7) 812 314 58 38, www.gmir.ru. Open 10:00 - 18:00,
Tue 13:00 - 21:00. Closed Wed. Admission 150 - 300Rbl.
MUSEUM OF THE ST. PETERSBURG
AVANT-GARDE (MATYUSHIN HOUSE)
QD-1, Ul. Professora Popova 10, MPetrogradskaya,
tel. (+7) 812 347 68 98, www.spbmuseum.ru. Open
11:00 - 18:00, Tue 11:00 - 17:00. Closed Wed. Admission
60 - 100Rbl.
MUSEUM OF POLITICAL HISTORY OF RUSSIA
QD-2, Ul. Kuibysheva 2-4 (entrance from Kronversky pr.),
MGorkovskaya, tel. (+7) 812 233 70 52, www.polithistory.
ru. Open 10:00 - 18:00, Wed 10:00 - 20:00. Closed Thu and
last Mon of the month. Admission 60 - 150Rbl.
SUVOROV MEMORIAL MUSEUM
QE-3, Kirochnaya ul. 43, MChernyshevskaya, tel. (+7)
812 579 39 14, www.suvorovmuseum.ru. Open 10:00 -
18:00, Wed 13:00 - 21:00. Closed Mon, Tue. Admission
50 - 300Rbl.
YUSUPOV PALACE
QC-3, Nab. reky Moiky 94, MNevsky pr., tel. (+7) 812 314
98 83, www.yusupov-palace.ru. Open 11:00 - 17:00. Group
tours should be booked in advance by phone (+7) 812 314
88 93. Excursions 150 - 500Rbl. Audioguide 500Rbl.
LYRICAL CITY
With so many wonderful writers and poets who were born
in and inspired by St. Petersburg, you cannot leave the city
without visiting one of the museums honouring them.
F.M.DOSTOEVSKY LITERARY-MEMORIAL
MUSEUM
QD-3, Kuzhnechny per. 5/2, MVladimirskaya, tel. (+7)
812 571 40 31, www.md.spb.ru. Open 11:00 - 18:00.
Closed Mon and on public holidays. Admission 30 -
160Rbl. Audioguide 100 - 170Rbl. Guided tours should
be booked in advance by phone.
MEMORIAL FLAT OF ALEXANDER BLOK
QB-2, Ul. Dekabristov 57, MSadovaya, tel. (+7) 812 713
86 31, www.spbmuseum.ru. Open 11:00 - 18:00, Tue
11:00 - 17:00. Closed Wed. Admission 60 - 100Rbl.
NABOKOV MUSEUM
QC-2, Bol. Morskaya ul. 47, MAdmiralteiskaya, tel. (+7)
812 315 47 13, www.nabokovmuseum.org. Open 11:00
- 18:00, Sat, Sun 12:00 - 17:00. Closed Mon. Admission
free.
PUSHKIN APARTMENT MUSEUM
QD-2, Nab. reky Moiky 12, MNevsky pr., tel. (+7) 812
571 35 31, www.museumpushkin.ru. Open 10:30 -
18:00. Closed Tue, last Fri of the month. Admission 40
- 250Rbl. Audioguide 250Rbl.
TOURS AROUND
CITY TOUR BUS
Tracing a route around the citys most popular spots such
as St. Isaacs Square, Avrora, Peter and Paul Fortress, these
unique in Russia hop-on, hop-o red double-deckers
are a great way to see a lot in just a short time. The route
takes just over two hours to complete and there are audio
guides that narrate the most fascinating facts and legends
about St. Petersburg and its heroes in one of 11 languages,
including Japanese, Chinese, Swedish, Finnish and Dutch.
An added advantage is that the ticket is valid for a whole
day, so you can plan your own city visit as you like.QD-3,
Pl. Ostrovskogo, MNevsky pr., tel. (+7) 812 718 47 69/
(+7) 961 800 07 55, www.citytourspb.ru. Start from Os-
trovsky sq., departure every 30-60 min from 09:00 till
19:00. Adults 500Rbl, students 400Rbl, children under
12 years old 200Rbl. Tickets can be bought on the bus.
PUN
PETERS WALKING TOURS
A diverse choice of tours and personalised routes, add in
some extremely informative and downright friendly guides
makes going on a Peters Walking Tours one of the best
choices you can make while visiting St. Petersburg. Guides
are extremely informative about architecture and history, as
well as modern Russian society and with their alternative
routes, they can show you how to escape the tourist traps
and reveal the real city.QTel. (+7) 812 943 12 29, www.
peterswalk.com. Walking tours are held daily until the
end of October. Walking tour 650Rbl.
RUSSIAN VODKA MUSEUM
VODKA MUSEUM
This small museum presents
the long history of Russias
national drink, from 12th
Century peasants through
to 20th Century presidents.
Display cases full of vodka
bottles in unusual shapes,
old advertising campaigns
and some funny dioramas
explain the evolution of the
Russian rewater. An excursion is recommended as the ex-
hibits are in Russian only. In the tasting room, theres also a
chance to try out three dierent vodkas and traditional Rus-
sian snacks.QC- 2, Konnogvardeisky bul. 4, MNevsky
pr., tel. (+7) 812 570 64 22, www.vodkamuseum.su.
Open12:00- 19:00. Admission170Rbl.
MODERN ART CENTRES
If modern art is more your thing, you are well provided
for! St. Petersburg is home to many modern art galleries,
including the Anna Nova Art Gallery, which focuses on
young up-and-coming artists, as well as The State Mu-
seum and Exhibition Centre for Photography (ROS-
PHOTO). Other highlights include the S.P.A.S. Gallery,
which is the oldest of its kind in the city, and the Erarta
Museum and Galleries of Modern Art, which is the
biggest non-governmental contemporary museum in
Russia, and houses around 2000 works.
ANNA NOVA ART GALLERY
QD-3, Ul. Zhukovskogo 28, MPl. Vosstaniya, tel.
+7 (812) 275 97 62, www.annanova-gallery.ru.
ERARTA
QB-3, VO, 29-ya linya, 2, MVasileostrovskaya, tel.
(+7) 812 324 08 09, www.erarta.com.
MARINA GISICH GALLERY
QC-3, Nab. reky Fontanky 121, MSadovaya, tel.
(+7) 812 314 43 80, www.gisich.com.
NOVY MUSEY
QC-2, VO, 6-ya liniya, 29, MVasileostrovskaya, tel.
(+7) 812 323 50 90, www.novymuseum.ru.
S.P.A.S GALLERY
QC-2, Nab. reky Moiky 93, MSadovaya, tel. (+7)
812 571 42 60, www.spasgal.ru.
ROSPHOTO
QC-2, Bol. Morskaya ul. 35, MAdmiralteiskaya, tel.
(+7) 812 314 12 14, www.rosphoto.org.
CITY CARD
Get the most out of your
trip to St. Petersburg with
the Petersburg Card. This convenient sightseeing card
gives you access to a hop-on hop-o bus trip around
the city and a free river cruise, free entry to more than 40
museums around the city and a free boat trip to Peterhof.
It also gives you discounts for a number of tourist servi-
ces and restaurants. Whether you are a visitor to the city
with only a couple of days here or an expat wanting to
get to know the insides and outs of this amazing city, the
Petersburg Card is a great investment. The card is avai-
lable in 2, 3, 5 and 7 days options for your convenience.
More information at www.petersburgcard.com.
ST. PETERSBURGS
HISTORICAL OUTSKIRTS
There is no time like autumn to catch the best of St. Peters-
burg and the surrounding parks and estates. The trees oer
a spectacular range of colours as their leaves turn red and
golden with the last heat of summer. Enjoy the last weeks
of sun before winter sets in by visiting the parks and palaces
around St. Petersburg.
KONSTANTINOVSKY PALACE
Once known as Putins Palace, this palace is now one of the
ocial Presidential residences. Historically speaking, the
Palaces original owners were the Romanovs; however, af-
ter the 1917 Revolution, it fell into disrepair. Nowadays the
public can enjoy the immaculate lawns. Inside the palace
are spectacular views over the gulf and sumptuous meet-
ing rooms with huge sparkling chandeliers. There is also a
display of Russian paintings, decorative and applied arts
from 18th to 20th century as well as a unique collection of
ne wines. Note you must show your passport when you
enter (this is also an ocial government building).
PETERHOF PALACE AND PARK
Accurately referred to as the Russian Versailles, Peter-
hof is one of Russias number one tourist attractions. It
is particularly spectacular from late-May to mid-October,
when the 147 fountains are turned on, but even so it is
well worth visiting at any other time of year. The Great
Palace was built between 1709 and 1724 under the direc-
tions of Peter the Great, but the tsars and tsarinas that
followed each wanted to make their own mark, adding
another palace or fountain to the grounds. The focal
point of the whole ensemble is the jaw-dropping cas-
cade fountain leading down from the palace and from
there the park spreads out to the left and right along the
coastline with trick fountains, pyramid fountains, marble
sculptures and other impressive stu. Other museums
worth visiting within the grounds include the Hermitage
Palace, the Marly Palace and Monplaisir, the little house
where Peter the Great used to organise parties for his
closest (and rowdiest) friends.
OPENING TIMES
AND TICKETS
ORANIENBAUM
QTel. (+7) 812 423 16 33, www.oranienbaum.org.
Park open daily 09:00 - 20:00. Palaces open 10:30 -
18:00, closed Mon. Park admission 200Rbl. Palaces
250 - 550Rbl, all inclusive ticket 550Rbl.
PAVLOVSK
QTel. (+7) 812 452 15 36, www.pavlovskmuseum.
ru. Park open daily 10:00 - 20:00. Palace open 10:00
- 17:00. Closed frst Mon of the month. Admission to
park 80 - 150Rbl. Admission to palace 250 - 450Rbl.
PETERHOF
QTel. (+7) 812 450 52 87, www.peterhofmuseum.
ru. Park open daily 09:00 - 19:00. Palaces open 10:30
- 18:00, Great Palace open 10:30 - 19:00, Sat 10:30 -
21:00. Great Palace closed on Mondays and last Tue
of the month. Admission to lower park adults 500Rbl
and students 250Rbl. The upper park is free. Admis-
sion Great Palace adults 500Rbl. and students 300Rbl.
Tour booking ofce (+7) 812 450 58 06.
PUSHKIN
QTel. (+7) 812 415 76 67, www.tzar.ru. Catherine
Park open 09:00 - 21:00. Catherines Palace open
12:00 - 14:00 and 16:00 - 17:00, Mon 12:00 - 14:00
and 16:00 - 20:00. Closed Tue and last Mon of the
month. Admission: Park 60 - 120Rbl, Catherine Pal-
ace 200 - 400Rbl, audioguide 150Rbl.
STRELNA
QTel. (+7) 812 438 53 60, www.konstantinpalace.
ru. Open 10:00 - 16:30. Closed Wed. Call before you
visit the palace, to make sure its not closed for an
ofcial function. Admission 200 - 300Rbl.
PUSHKIN
Tsarskoe Selo or Pushkin? Both names still apply to one of
St. Petersburgs most famous imperial villages. The sum-
mer home of the Romanov tsars for centuries, Tsarskoe
Selo or the Royal Village was renamed Pushkin following
the communist revolution in honour of one of its other
well-known residents, the poet Alexander Pushkin. In
2010 the town celebrated its 300th birthday and follow-
ing intense restoration works Pushkins many treasures are
sparkling. Regardless of the time of year, sightseeing op-
portunities abound, from the spectacular Catherine Park
lled with quirky monuments commissioned by the Em-
press and the sparkling Amber room of Catherines Palace
to the quieter Alexander Palace where the last Tsars spent
their nal days before they were arrested by the Bolsheviks
and the literary school museum where the poet Alexander
Pushkin studied.
GETTING THERE
PUSHKIN PAVLOVSK
Pushkin and Pavlovsk are located about 20km south of
St. Petersburg.
By bus/marshrutka: From Moskovskaya metro station:
for Pushkin take marshrutka 286, 287, 342, 347, 382 or
take public bus 187; for Pavlovsk take marshrutka 299.
From Kupchino metro station: for Pushkin take bus 186,
for Pavlovsk take marshrutka 286.
By train: For Pushkin take a train from Vitebsky train
station (Pushkinskaya metro station) to Detskoe Selo.
From there you can walk to Catherines Palace (20min)
or take bus 371, 382 or marshrutka 371, 377, 382.
For Pavlovsk take a train from Vitebsky train station to
Pavlovsk. From there you can take bus 370, 383, 493 or
marshrutka 513, 299, 286. You can also take a train from
Kupchino metro/train station.
STRELNA PETERHOF ORANIENBAUM
Peterhof is located about 30km west of St. Petersburg
on the Finnish gulf. Oranienbaum is located 40km west
of St. Petersburg and Strelna is located six kilometres
east of Peterhof (about halfway between St. Petersburg
proper and Peterhof ).
By bus/marshrutka: From Avtovo metro station take
marshrutka (commercial bus) 224, 300, 424 or 424a.
You can also take public buses 200, 210. From Baltisky
train station (Baltiskaya metro station): marshrutka
404. From Pr. Veteranov metro station: marshrutka
343, 639b. From Leninsky pr. metro station: marshrutka
103(K224).
By train: Take a train from Baltisky train station to Novy
Peterhof. These trains leave in the directions of Kalishe,
Oranienbaum or Krasnootsk. Once in Novy Peterhof,
take buses 349, 350, 351, 352, 355, 356, warn the driver
that you want to exit next to the fountains.
For Strelna get o at the Strelna station. For Oranien-
baum get o at the Oranienbaum station.
ORANIENBAUM
Oranienbaum (Orange Tree) isnt quite as popular among
tourists as other similar palaces, but its nonetheless a
lovely place for a picnic or for a walk through peaceful gar-
dens and pine woods. Prince Alexander Menshikov, one of
Peter the Greats best friends, started building the estate
and its Grand Palace. Catherine the Great made it one of
her holiday spots and built a small Chinese palace with
baroque outside and rococo within. Menshikovs Grand
Palace hasnt changed a great deal over the centuries and
its one of the few palaces on the outskirts of the city that
wasnt destroyed by the Nazis. There are numerous devel-
opment plans in progress in Oranienbaum, also known as
Lomonosov. You can have a cheap Russian dinner in a cafe
near the administration building, the only place in the park
where you can buy food or drinks.
PAVLOVSK
Subtle, romantic, relaxing and quiet. All perfect words to
describe Pavlovsk. Only 27km from the big city, it feels like
a world away. The small town hosts the fascinating Pav-
lovsk Palace, encompassed by a huge 1,500 acre park. Tall
trees, winding streams and endless paths scattered with
classical statues and anked by benches make for many
a secluded spot. If you have active children who need a
place to blow o some steam, pack a picnic and make an
afternoon of it. The enchanting Pavlovsk Palace, with its
magnicent neoclassical interior, is a feast for the eyes. The
country residence of the Imperial family boasts beautiful
architecture and captivating history. Certainly not as grand
as Peterhof, but much less touristy, Pavlovsk is a great
place to get away from it all.
Where to stay What to see
Whether you are visiting St. Petersburg for a night or a
month, you want to be able to stay in a hotel which enables
you to get the most out of your visit. We have a selection
of hotels ranging from luxury ve star hotels to boutique
mini-hotels lled with charm. You can nd out where these
hotels are located and what market they cater for. The trav-
eller who is looking to stretch their budget will appreciate
the centrally located hostels and dormitories just as much
as the high ying business executive who is looking for a
quiet place to unwind after a hectic day of negotiations and
cultural programmes.
5 STARS
ANGLETERRE HOTEL
QD-3, Mal. Morskaya ul. 24, MAdmiralteiskaya, tel.
(+7) 812 494 56 66, www.angleterrehotel.com. 193
rooms.
CORINTHIA HOTEL ST. PETERSBURG
QE-3, Nevsky pr. 57, MMayakovskaya, tel. (+7) 812 380
20 01, www.corinthia.com. 388 rooms.
DOMINA PRESTIGE HOTEL ST. PETERSBURG
Q-3, Nab. reky Moiky 99, MAdmiralteiskaya, tel. (+7)
812 385 99 00, www.dominarussia.com. 109 rooms.
FOUR SEASONS HOTEL LION PALACE
ST. PETERSBURG
812 339 80 00, www.fourseasons.com/stpetersburg/.
183 rooms.
GOLDEN GARDEN BOUTIQUE HOTEL
QE-3, Vladimirsky pr. 9, MDostoyevskaya, tel. (+7) 812
334 22 33, www.goldengarden.ru. 23 rooms.
GRAND HOTEL EUROPE
QD-3, Mikhailovskaya ul. 1/7, MNevsky pr., tel. (+7) 812
329 60 00, www.grandhoteleurope.com. 276 rooms.
HOTEL ASTORIA
QD-3, Bol. Morskaya ul. 39, MAdmiralteiskaya, tel. (+7)
812 494 57 57, www.thehotelastoria.com. 188 rooms.
KEMPINSKI HOTEL MOIKA 22
QD-2, Nab. Reky Moiky 22, MAdmiralteiskaya, tel.
(+7) 812 335 91 11, www.kempinski.com/stpetersburg.
197 rooms.
RADISSON ROYAL HOTEL
QE-3, Nevsky pr. 49/2, MVladimirskaya, tel. (+7) 812
322 50 00, www.radisson.ru/hotel-stpetersburg. 164
rooms.
SOKOS HOTEL PALACE BRIDGE
QC-2, Birzhevoy per. 4, MVasileostrovskaya, tel. (+7)
812 335 22 00, www.sokoshotels.com. 324 rooms.
TALEON IMPERIAL HOTEL
QD-3, Nevsky pr. 15, MAdmiralteiskaya, tel. (+7) 812
324 99 11, www.taleonimperialhotel.com. 89 rooms.
W ST. PETERSBURG
812 610 61 61, www.wstpetersburg.com. 137 rooms.
U menya zabronirovan nomer -
I have a reservation
OLD SOVIET STUFF TOURS
If you want to see a completely dierent side of St. Peters-
burg there are some new initiatives which aim to show you
the fascinating sights beyond St. Petersburg. One of those
is WOW Russia Tours which oers tours in a classic Soviet
Volga. We decided to check their signature tour; the Old
Soviet Stu Tour.
The tour is a rough history of the communistic era with
some iconic buildings as an example. From the place where
the revolution started all the way up to the Soviet 70s. It
wasnt a boring history lesson but a combination of inter-
esting stories and anecdotes instead. The tour contains a
Lenin pointing at things, a futuristic looking building which
could be starring in any science ction movie ,a slowly de-
caying communistic factory and some other surprises just
around the corner.
We visited all the sites with a classic Soviet GAZ Volga 24.
Called a Soviet Mercedes this 1979 Volga 24 is pretty big
and supposed to have 125 horsepower but we think some
horses left the engine over the years . We liked the 70s
interior with its fancy fake wood dashboard and mustard
yellow seats. Nothing makes you feel more in Russia then a
noisy, slightly uncomfortable, old piece of Soviet engineer-
ing pride. The drive should already be a part of the adven-
ture and with this Volga that certainly was the case!
WOW Russia Tours was set up by Jonathan who left Holland
by car all the way to the south of Russia, before he settled
in St. Petersburg. Hes been in love with the country since
his rst visit and wants to share this with his guests. Except
for tours in his Volga car, Jonathan will also oer other ex-
cursions during the season. Something involving Russian
country-life, how to cleanse yourself from your sins and
dirt and we even heard the word Kalashnikov somewhere
during our trip. Top all this o with a small shot of vodka
and explore Russia as you have never seen it before. As says
their slogan! Have fun! QTel. (+7) 965 786 26 48, www.
wowrussiatours.com. Tours are possible everyday.
Pick up point and time are fexible. Admission from
2,000Rbl per person.
PARK INN BY RADISSON NEVSKY
QE-3, Nevsky pr. 89, MPl. Vosstaniya, tel. (+7) 812 406 73
10, www.parkinn.com/hotel-stpetersburg. 269 rooms.
PARK INN BY RADISSON PULKOVSKAYA
and beds.QPl. Pobedy 1, MMoskovskaya, tel. (+7)
812 740 39 00, www.parkinn.com/hotelpulkovskaya-
stpetersburg. 841 rooms.
RADISSON SONYA HOTEL
QE-2, Liteiny pr. 5/19, MChernyshevskaya, tel. (+7) 812
406 00 00, www.radisson.ru/sonyahotel-stpetersburg.
173 rooms .
SOKOS HOTEL VASILIEVSKY
QC-3, 9-ya Liniya 11-13, MVasileostrovskaya, tel. (+7)
812 335 22 90, www.sokoshotels.com. 255 rooms.
SOKOS HOTEL OLYMPIA GARDEN
QD-4, Bataisky per. 3a, MTekhnologichesky institut,
tel. (+7) 812 335 22 70, www.sokoshotels.f. 348 rooms.
3 STARS
AZIMUT HOTEL SAINT PETERSBURG
QC-4, Lermontovsky pr. 43/1, MBaltiskaya, tel. (+7)
812 740 26 40, www.azimuthotels.com. 1037 rooms.
HERZEN HOUSE
QD-3, Bol. Morskaya ul. 25, MAdmiralteiskaya, tel.
(+7) 812 315 55 50, www.herzen-hotel.ru. 29 rooms.
IBIS ST. PETERSBURG CENTRE
QE-3, Ligovsky pr. 54, MPl. Vosstaniya, tel. (+7) 812
622 01 00, www.ibishotel.com/6157. 221 rooms.
4 STARS
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT ST. PETERSBURG
CENTER WEST PUSHKIN HOTEL
QC-4, Nab. kan. Griboedova 166 (entrance via
Kanonerskaya ul. 33), MSennaya pl., tel. (+7) 812 610 50
00, www.courtyardstpetersburgpushkin.ru. 273 rooms.
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT ST. PETERSBURG
VASILIEVSKY
QC-2, 2-ya liniya 61/30 A, MVasileostrovskaya, tel.
(+7) 812 380 40 11, www.courtyardsaintpetersburg.ru.
214 rooms.
CROWNE PLAZA ST. PETERSBURG AIRPORT
the hotel and the city centre and between the two airport
terminals.QStartovaya ul. 6, bldg. A, MMoskovskaya,
tel. (+7) 812 240 42 00, www.cpairport.ru. 294 rooms.
CROWNE PLAZA ST. PETERSBURG - LIGOVSKY
QE-3, Ligovsky pr. 61, MPl. Vosstaniya, tel. (+7) 812
244 00 01, www.crowneplaza.com/ligovsky. 195 rooms.
HOLIDAY INN MOSKOVSKYE VOROTA
metro.QMoskovsky pr. 97A, MMoskovskie Vorota, tel.
(+7) 812 448 71 27, www.hi-spb.com. 557 rooms.
HOTEL INDIGO ST.PETERSBURG -
TCHAIKOVSKOGO
QE-2, Ul. Tchaikovskogo 17, MChernyshevskaya, tel.
(+7) 812 454 55 77, www.ihg.com. 119 rooms.
NOVOTEL ST. PETERSBURG CENTRE
QE-3, Ul. Mayakovskogo 3A, MMayakovskaya, tel. (+7)
812 335 11 88, www.accorhotels.com/5679. 233 rooms.
Where to stay Where to stay
ASK THE CONCIERGE
Interview with Ludmila
Sternina, Concierge at Taleon
Imperial Hotel
Please tell us something
about yourself. My name is
Ludmila Sternina and Ive been
working as a Concierge at Tale-
on Imperial Hotel for the last 2
years. I was born in St. Peters-
burg and my introduction to the hotel industry was in
the role of a tour-guide. Then I was lucky to try myself in
the best hotels of St. Petersburg and even had a unique
opportunity to work for 1.5 year in Miami Beach in one
of the most iconic hotels of USA. This summer I became
a member of Les Clefs dOr and I do take great pride in it.
Congratulations! You became a member of Les
Clefs dOr not long ago, how does that feel? Be-
coming a member of Les Clefs dOr is a great personal and
professional achievement for me. I consider it an honor to
be among the best and top professional Concierges from
all over the world. I feel like a member of a big international
family where everyone fullls our motto In service through
friendshipeach and every day.
What can you tell us about your favorite places in
St. Petersburg? One of my favorite places to visit is the
Mariinsky Theatre. Ballet or opera, original or new stage it
is always a feast for the eyes and ears. Another special place
is the Kazan Cathedral, where the wonder-working icon of
Our Lady of Kazan is located. This architectural masterpiece
full of history and a special spiritual atmosphere will never
leave you indierent. But the soul of the city is Neva. Only
boat trips let me enjoy the actual alternative beauty of the
Northern Venice. So dont miss your chance before the
navigation is closed for the winter.
What do you like best about the Taleon Imperial
Hotel? Taleon Imperial Hotel is a real gem. It is the only
one in St. Petersburg located in an original 18th century
palace. Opulent historic interiors and a luxury SPA with
a 20-meter pool make you say Wow as soon as you
enter. It still amazes me every day and I really feel a part
of this history. But what makes any hotel alive are the
people. It is a true pleasure and delight to work with
our wonderful and professional team. Together we cre-
ate an outstanding experience for our guests every day
thats what makes my job really fascinating.
Registrations: all foreign visitors to Russia are obliged
to register within seven working days (this excludes
weekends and public holidays). Remember your hotel is
obliged to register you as staying in their hotel. If a hotel
refuses to register you make sure you complain
the registrations is their responsibility, not yours!
Shopping Shopping
RUSSIAN SOUVENIRS
Russia is full of beautiful souvenirs and we are not just
talking about Russian dolls and Lenin badges. If you are
looking to take some extra special gifts home with you we
recommend you consider buying some of the following:

PLATOK
A perfect present for any female friend or relative.
These beautifully designed and colourful scarves can
either spruce up the outt of a young lady by being
worn around the neck or serve to make your grandma
look even cuter than usual by being worn around the
head. Orenburgsky platok is another highly desirable
type of scarf made from the down hair of goats. The
real hand spun ones are very warm and yet also so
delicate and silk-like that the whole scarf can be pulled
through a womans wedding ring.
BIRCH WOOD CRAFTS
The silver birch is the national tree of Russia, the fur-
ther in to the countryside you get, the more you notice
that the worlds largest country is covered in them. It
then comes as no surprise that Russians have been
experts at producing items carved out of the bark of
their favourite tree.
KHOKHLOMA
This traditional red, black and gold Russian design gen-
erally painted onto wooden household items dates
back to the 18th Century. If you havent much space
in your luggage pick up a spoon and sugar pot, or if
you have space for more you can nd almost anything
with khokhloma on from tea trays to kitchen tables.
CAVIAR
Black beluga caviar is still one of the most expensive foods
on the planet and a small jar can set you back more than
$100 if you buy it in the market. Never buy caviar from
street touts, more often than not it is fake and/or illegal.
GIFTS AND SOUVENIRS
CHOCOLATE MUSEUM
QD-3, Nevsky pr. 17, MAdmiralteiskaya, tel. (+7) 812
315 13 48, www.muzeyshokolada.ru. Open 11:00 -
21:00. A
GALLERY MIKHAILOV
QD-2, Bol. Konyushennaya ul. 10, MNevsky pr., tel. (+7)
8125710669, www.vmikhailov.ru. Open11:00- 21:00. A
LA PETITE OPERA GALLERY
QD-3, Grand Hotel Europe, Mikhailovskaya ul. 1/7,
MNevsky pr., tel. (+7) 812 329 65 89, www.lacquerbox.
net. Open 09:00 - 21:00.
LOMONOSOV PORCELAIN FACTORY
QPr. Obukhovskoy Oborony 151, MLomonosovskaya, tel.
(+7) 8123261744, www.ipm.ru. Open10:00- 20:00. A
NEVSKY SOUVENIR SHOP
QD-2, Nevsky pr. 22-24 (entrance at Bol. Konyushennaya
ul. 12), MNevsky pr., tel. (+7) 812 954 78 53, www.
nevskysouvenir.com. Open 09:00 - 22:00. A
PAVLOPOSADSKIE PLATKI SHOP
QE-3, Nevsky pr. 87/2, MMayakovskaya, tel. (+7) 963
329 12 63, www.platki.ru. Open 10:00 - 22:00. A
SOUVENIRS FAIR
QD-2, Nab. kan. Griboedova 1, MNevsky pr., tel. (+7)
812 962 26 13. Open 09:00 - 18:00. A
BOOKSHOPS
BUKVOED
01, www.bookvoed.ru. Open 24hrs. AKW
DOM KNIGY
55, www.spbdk.ru. Open 09:00 - 24:00. AK
SHOPPING CENTRES
BOLSHOY GOSTINY DVOR
08, www.bgd.ru. Open 10:00 - 22:00. AK
DLT DEPARTMENT STORE
QD-2, Bol. Konyushennaya ul. 21-23, MAdmiral-
teiskaya, tel. (+7) 812 648 08 48, www.dlt.ru. Open
10:00 - 22:00. AKW
GALERIA QE-3, Ligovsky pr. 30A, MPl. Vosstaniya, tel.
(+7) 812 643 31 72, www.galeria-spb.ru. Open 10:00 -
23:00. ALK
NEVSKY CENTRE
QE-3, Nevsky pr. 114-116, MPl. Vosstaniya, tel. (+7) 812
313 93 13, www.nevskycentre.ru. Open 10:00 - 23:00.
AKW
PASSAGE
57, www.passage.spb.ru. Open 10:00 - 21:00, Sun 11:00
- 21:00. AK
ELISEEVSKY STORE
QE-3, Nevsky pr. 56, MNevsky pr., tel. (+7) 812 456 66
66, www.kupetzeliseevs.ru. Open 10:00 - 22:00.
AURORA FASHION WEEK
RUSSIA
A fashion show that isnt
only about fashion? Yes,
thats Aurora Fashion
Week in a nutshell. This
event, spanning 10 days
this October (from the
8th until the 18th), will
be held for the fth time
this year. Although a rela-
tively young project, AFW has already become one of
the most prominent event of its kind in the country.
Aside from loud fashion premieres from inuential lo-
cal and domestic world renowned designers such as
Thom Browne, Costume National, David Koma, Mary
Katrantzou and Mark Fast, AFW incorporates various
events outside the podium that integrate fashion with
other trends in modern culture. A screening of the
lm Yves Saint Laurent will shed some light on the
life of the famed French fashion designer, while the
ART x FASHION will be launched with the opening of
the Russia in Vogue exhibition on the 16th of Octo-
ber. Book launches and special gastronomical events
in the hippest restaurants will also be held through-
out the city as part of AFW. www.afwrussia.com
ST. PETERSBURG FASHION
WEEK
Calling all fashionistas: one of the most important fashion
events of the year is just around the corner! This year, the St.
Petersburg Fashion Week (SPbFW) will take place from Oc-
tober 2nd-5th under the patronage of Fashion Syndicate
St. Petersburg. Famous Russian fashion designers, world
famous brands, international guests and fresh young
talents will present their collections for Spring/Summer
2015. Reputable designers like Polina Raudson, MD Khar-
len, Anna Ovchinnikova and Fabric Fancy (all members of
Fashion Syndicate) will be representing the Russian fash-
ion world and are joined by collections from Baltic, Serbian
and Belorussian designers. www.spbfashionweek.ru
GALERIA
The largest shopping mall in the centre of the city and
a stones throw away from the Moscow Railway Station,
Galeria cannot be missed. The huge beautiful new
building ts remarkably well here. Inside, its everything
you would expect from your modern shopping mall
and more. It boasts the largest selection of brands in St.
Petersburg, from high street brands like Topshop, Levis,
Mexx and French Connection to some Russian designer
clothes as well. It also features a huge supermarket, food
court, movie theatre, bowling alley and some very good
restaurants. When with children, head to the top oor
where there is a huge entertainment area for the young
and young-at-heart.QE-3, Ligovsky pr. 30A, MPl.
Vosstaniya, tel. (+7) 812 643 31 72, www.galeria-spb.
ru. Open 10:00 - 23:00. ALK
THE EXPAT EXPERIENCE
My name is Marco Fien. I am a
native of Hamburg, Germany.
I belong to the baby boomer
generation of the early 1960s
and have two sons of 22 and
10 years of age. The hospitality
business has been my passion
since the moment I witnessed
the General Manager of a luxu-
ry Algarve resort property receive his guests for a cocktail
party near the ocean. My mom recalls that at that very mo-
ment I exclaimed I want to be like him!I was 13 years old
at the time, so a few trials and tribulations followed before
my life became what it is today. While it did not turn out to
be an endless cocktail reception, it certainly has brought
me much joy being in this business over the past 30 years.
I have never regretted the choice I made.
What makes St. Petersburg special for you? Can
you compare it with other big cities youve been to/
worked in? I consider myself very lucky working in such
a vibrant city with endless oerings of high class culture
and entertainment. I have lived in several cities around
the globe, e.g. Istanbul, Prague, London, Dubai, Beirut,
Jeddah, Almaty, Abu Dhabi, Stuttgart, Moscow and each
has its undisputed charm, however never before have I
felt so connected with a place than St. Petersburg. I love
it not only in summer, which is maybe more obvious, but
also during the cold season, when the thick white snow
mues the sound of noisy neighbors and romantic Rus-
sian fairy tale thoughts enter your mind.
What are your plans for the future? I am currently
involved in a project which entails more responsibility
for me for properties of the same owner, so I foresee re-
maining in the city for a while longer. When one day my
marching orders arrive, I know already now that it will be
hard to nd a match to this beautiful destination. Having
said that, several Asian countries as well as Marriotts new
venture into Africa hold interesting potential for me.
How do you spend your free time in St. Peters-
burg? What are your favorite spots in the city to
visit in the weekends? I play tennis on the weekends
when time permits, study Russian twice a week (with
slow progress, but much vigor) and visit city center
restaurants frequently, both for the professional experi-
ence as well as a simple hedonistic idea. I love walk-
ing in Elagin Park or along the seashore of the Finnish
Gulf, visit Kronstadt and Pushkin from time to time or
undertake a weekend trip to Helsinki or Tallinn when
a change of scenery is needed. During the warm-
weather season there is another favorite spot: My little
balcony! I am blessed living in a quaint neighborhood,
buzzing during the day, yet soothingly quiet at night.
Expat & Business Expat & Business
DERZHAVIN INSTITUTE
The Derzhavin institute is a great place to throw your-
self into the romance of Russian culture. Situated in one
wing of the refurbished 18th Century Derzhavin man-
sion, the school has a beautiful setting. There are seven
classrooms, all with high-ceilings and large windows.
Theres also a library, common rooms and comput-
ers with free internet access for students. Short-term,
long-term, intensive and private lessons are available at
all levels of prociency. They also oer special courses
for expats. Classes are kept small, with a maximum of
8 students per group. The sta speak many dierent
languages and have experience in teaching at both
Russian universities and abroad. They can also organise
accommodation, excursions and other social activities
for students.QD-4, Nab. reky Fontanky 118, 3rd foor,
MTekhnologichesky institut, tel. (+7) 812 740 19
26, www.derzhavin.com. Open 09:00 - 18:00, classes
till 21:45. Closed Sat., Sun.
LEARN RUSSIAN AT THE
LIDEN & DENZ
Dictionary for expats:
Sem pyatnits na nedele
In Russian, this translates literally as seven Fridays in a
week. Seven Fridays? you say, that sounds perfect I
never have to face another Monday morning! How-
ever, if a Russian friend says to you, with a sigh, or a
roll of the eyes, c , they are not
wishing you a week of Friday nights! In fact, the phrase
is equivalent to the English idiom rain at seven, ne at
eleven. When you hear this, you are being scolded for
changing your mind every ve minutes, and generally
being as ckle as they come.
Liden & Denz is one of St. Petersburgs oldest language
schools, having opened in 1992. They have expanded
into a large centre not far from Gostiny Dvor. Russian
is taught mainly in groups of up to 10 people, though
individual tuition is also available. Classrooms are
bright and equipped with televisions and DVD players.
There are computers with internet access for student
use, plus wi- internet if you want to bring your own
laptop.QE-3, Inzhenernaya ul. 6, MNevsky pr., tel.
(+7) 812 334 07 88, www.lidenz.ru. Open 09:00 -
18:00. Closed Sat, Sun.
WINTER BAZAAR
The Winter Bazaar is an annual fund raising event held
by the International Womens Club (IWC) St. Peters-
burg. This annual event is held at the Astoria Hotel on
Sunday 23rd November 2014, 11:30 16:00. It has
already become quite a tradition. The Winter Bazaar is
the IWCs main fund raising event to nance the clubs
charity activity during the year. The Winter Bazaar is also
a wonderful way to meet lots of people, both Russian
and ex-pats. All of the proceeds raised go to various
charities in the city of St. Petersburg and the Leningrad
Oblast. Last year about 1400 guests visited the Winter
Charity Bazaar. www.iwcstpete.com
If you would like your expat or business
group to be featured here, just drop us a line
at research.spb@inyourpocket.com
EXPAT CONTACTS
DUTCH CLUB ST. PETERSBURG
Qwww.nlvpetersburg.com.
ENGLISH COMMUNICATION CLUB
Qtel. (+7) 911 163 56 45, www.encc.ru.
INTERNATIONAL WOMENS CLUB
Qwww.iwcstpete.com. General meetings are held
once a month, in diferent locations in the city. Addi-
tional member based activities, events and groups are
organised daily.
INTERNATIONS
Qwww.internations.org.
CULTURAL CENTRES
AND LIBRARIES
DANISH CULTURAL INSTITUTE
QD-3, Nab. reky Moiky 42, MNevsky pr., tel. (+7) 812
571 74 66, www.dki.spb.ru. Open 10:00 - 18:00. Closed
Sat, Sun.
ESTONIAN CULTURAL CENTER JAANI KIRIK
QC-3, Dekabristov ul. 54A, MSennaya pl., tel. (+7) 812
710 84 46, www.jaanikirik.ru. Open 14:00 - 19:00, Sat
11:00 - 19:00.
FINNISH INSTITUTE
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KUNSTKAMERA
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GALERIA
ALEKSANDER NEVSKY MONASTERY
Founded by Peter the Great in 1710, this orthodox mon-
astery is the most important in St. Petersburg. The St.
Trinity cathedral is worth a visit and so is the cemetery.
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MARIINSKY THEATRE
The home of Russian ballet and opera since the 1860s,
the Mariinsky Theatre, is a cultural leader and one of the
most illustrious and beautiful theatres in the world.
Street register
LUXURY TRAINS TO
MOSCOW
If you are looking for a comfortable night train to the
capital it is worth considering taking a private train.
The cheerful Megapolis train leaves for Moscow every
night and oers a more hotel-like travel experience.
After being shown to your cabin you will nd your
beds have already been made up with real duvets
rather than blankets, and all round the carriages are
spotless. Hot breakfast and coee can be brought to
your room in the morning and if at any moment dur-
ing the trip you experience some problems you can
call the train attendant from the comfort of your bed
and they will come to you! If you want to wake up
in Moscow truly fresh in the morning, its worth the
money.QTrains leave Moskovsky vokzal (M Pl. Voss-
taniya) at 00:26 and arrive in Moscow at 09:00. For
reservations call (+7) 495 35 44 11 or book online at
www.megapolis-te.ru
Moscow
GETTING THERE
Dozens of dierent night trains run to Moscow every day
from Moskovsky vokzal, so theres little excuse for not
making the eort to visit. If you have less time you can
also take advantage of the new super fast Sapsan train,
which leaves St. Petersburg six times a day and gets you
there in just under four hours. Local airlines also y to
Moscow and the journey takes about one hour. Once at
one of Moscows three airports, hop on the aeroexpress
train which brings you right to the centre.
1-28-ya liniya B-2,3/C-2,3 Konnogvardeysky bul. C-3 Rubinshteina ul. E-3
Admiralteisky pr. D-3 Kovensky per. E-2 Ryleeva ul. E-2
Alexandra Nevskogo most F-3 Krasnogo Tekstilshchika ul. F-2 Sadovaya ul. E-2,3
Angliskaya nab. C-3 Kronverkskaya nab. D-2 Sampsonievsky most D-1
Anichkov most E-3 Kronversky pr. D-1 Sapyorny per. E-2
Arsenalnaya nab. E-2 Kutuzova nab. D-2/E-2 Shpalernaya ul. E-2/F-2
Bakunina pr. F-3 Lermontovsky pr. C-3/C-4 Shvedsky per. D-2
Baskov per. E-2 Letny sad D-2 Sinopskaya nab. F-3
Belinskogo ul. E-2 Leitenanta Shmidta nab. C-3 Smolnaya nab. F-2
Birzhevaya liniya C-2 Ligovsky pr. E-3/E-4 Solyanoy per. E-2
Blagoveshchensky most C-2 Liteiny most E-2 Sotsialisticheskaya ul. E-3
Blokhina ul. C-2 Liteiny pr. E-2/E-3 Sovetskaya 1-ya - 9-ya ul. E-3/F-2,3
Bol. Konyushennaya ul. D-2 Lomonosova ul. D-3/E-3 Spassky per. D-3
Bol. Morskaya ul. C-3/D-3 Makarova nab. C-2 Sredniy pr. (V0) B-2,3/C-2
Bol. Podyacheskaya ul. D-3 Mal. Konyushennaya ul. D-2 Starorusskaya ul. F-3
Bolsheokhtinsky most F-2 Mal. Morskaya ul. D-3 Stolyarny per. D-3
Bolshoy pr. (PS) C-1,2 Mal. Posadskaya D-1 Stremyannaya ul. E-3
Bolshoy pr. (VO) B-3/C-2 Mal. Sadovaya E-3 Suvorovsky pr. F-2,3
Chernyshevskogo pr. E-2 Maly pr. (PS) C-1 Sverdlovskaya nab. F-1,2
Chkalovsky pr. C-1 Maly pr. (VO) B-1 Tavricheskaya ul. F-2
Degtyarnaya ul. F-3 Manezhnaya pl. E-3 Chaikovskogo ul. E-2
Dekabristov ul. C-3/D-3 Marata ul. E-3 Teatralnaya pl. C-3
Dostoevskogo ul. E-3 Marsovo pole D-2 Troitsky most D-2
Dumskaya ul. D-3 Mayakovskogo ul. E-2/E-3 Tuchkov most C-2
Dvortsovaya nab. D-2 Mendeleevskaya liniya C-2 Tverskaya ul. F-2
Emova ul. D-3 Mikhailovskaya ul. D-3 Universitetskaya nab. C-2,3
Furshtatskaya ul. E-2 Millionnaya ul. D-2 Vladimirsky pr. E-3
Galernaya ul. C-3 Moskovsky pr. D-3/D-4 Vosstaniya ul. E-2,3
Glinki ul. C-3 Moiky reky nab. C-3/D-2,3 Vosstaniya pl. E-3
Goncharnaya ul. E-3 Muchnoy per. D-3 Voznesensky pr. D-3
Gorokhovaya ul. D-3 Mytninskaya nab. -2/D-2 Zagorodny pr. D-3,4/E-3
Grafsky per. E-3 Nekrasova ul. E-2 Zhukovskogo ul. E-3
Griboedova kan. nab. C-3,4/D-2,3 Nevsky pr. D-3/E-3/F-3
Grivtsova per. D-3 Ostrovskogo pl. E-3
Inzhenernaya ul. E-3 Pestelya ul. E-2 Abbreviations
Isaakievskaya pl. D-3 Petrovskaya nab. D-2 Ul. Ulitsa
Iskusstv pl. D-3 Pirogovskaya nab. E-1/E-2 Pr. Prospekt
Italyanskaya ul. D-3/D-4 Pochtamtskaya ul. C-3 Pl. Ploshchad
Kadetskaya liniya C-2 Poltavskaya ul. F-3 Bul. Bulvar
Kamennoostrovsky pr. D-1 Pushkinskaya ul. E-3 Per. Pereulok
Karavannaya ul. E-3 Radishcheva ul. E-2/E-3 Kan. Kanal
Kazanskaya ul. D-3 Razyezzhaya ul. E-3 Nab. Naberezhnaya
Kirochnaya ul. E-2/F-2 Rimskogo-Korsakova ul. C-3,4/D-3 Bol. Bolshaya
Kolokolnaya ul. E-3 Robespyera nab. E-2 Mal. Malaya
Fast-paced Moskva is Russias political, historical and business
capital and a magnet for the adventurous and ambitious
from across the country and further aeld. In all senses, this
mega city of more than 12 million inhabitants is a melting-
pot and its outstanding dining scene and vibrant nightlife
reects its cosmopolitan population. A city of contrasts, Mos-
cows busy streets all bear witness to Russias turbulent histo-
ry and dynamic future and while its not for the faint-hearted,
the Russian capital is a cultural experience not to be missed.
CHURCHES
CATHEDRAL OF CHRIST THE SAVIOUR
QUl. Volkhonka 15, MKropotkinskaya, tel. (+7) 495
637 28 47, www.xxc.ru. Open 10:00 - 18:00. Mon 13:00
- 18:00. Admission free. Guided tours in English for
groups for up to 10 people 6,000Rbl (pre-booking re-
quired call (+7) 495 637 28 47).
NOVODEVICHY MONASTERY
QNovodevichy proezd 1, MSportivnaya, tel. (+7) 499
246 85 26. Open 09:00 - 17:00. Admission 250Rbl.
POKROVSKY MONASTERY
QUl. Taganskaya 58, MMarksistskaya, tel. (+7) 495 911
49 20, www.pokrov-monastir.ru. Open 07:00 - 20:00.
Admission free.
MUSEUMS
ALL-RUSSIAN DECORATIVE ART MUSEUM
QDelegatskaya ul. 3, MTsvetnoy Bulvar, tel. (+7) 495
609 01 46, www.vmdpni.ru. Open 10:00 - 18:00, Thu
10:00 - 21:00, Sat 11:00 - 19:00, Sun 10:00 - 18:00. Closed
Tue and last Mon of the month. Admission 20 - 200Rbl.
GULAG HISTORY MUSEUM
QUl. Petrovka 16, MKuznetsky Most, tel. (+7) 495
621 73 46, www.gmig.ru. Open 11:00 - 19:00, Thu
11:00 - 20:00 Closed Mon, last Fri of the month. Ad-
mission 150Rbl.
STATE CENTRAL MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY
RUSSIAN HISTORY
QTverskaya ul. 21, MTverskaya, tel. (+7) 495 699 67 24,
www.sovr.ru. Open 10:00 - 18:00, Thu 12:00 - 21.00, Sat,
Sun 11:00 - 19:00. Closed Mon. Admission 70 - 250Rbl.
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MODERN ART CENTRES
MOSCOW MULTIMEDIA ART MUSEUM (MMAM)
QUl. Ostozhenka 16, MKropotkinskaya, tel. (+7) 495
637 11 00, www.mamm-mdf.ru/en. Open 12:00 - 21:00.
Closed Mon. Admission 300Rbl.
MOSCOW MUSEUM OF MODERN ART (MMOMA)
QUl. Petrovka 25, MChekhovskaya, tel. (+7) 495
694 28 90, www.mmoma.ru. Open 12:00 - 20:00. Thu
13:00 - 21:00. Closed third Mon of the month. Admis-
sion from 150Rbl.
HOTELS
HILTON MOSCOW LENINGRADSKAYA
QKalanchevskaya ul. 21/40, MKrasnye Vorota,
tel. (+7) 495 627 55 50, www.moscow.hilton.com.
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HOTEL BALTSCHUG KEMPINSKI MOSCOW
QUl. Baltschug 1, MNovokuznetskaya, tel. (+7)
495 287 20 00, www.kempinski.com/moscow.
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LOTTE HOTEL MOSCOW
QNovinsky bul. 8, bldg. 2, MSmolenskaya, tel. (+7)
495 745 10 00, www.lottehotel.ru. hhhhh
HOTEL NATIONAL
QMokhovaya ul. 15/1, bldg.1, MOkhotnyy Ryad, tel.
(+7) 495 258 70 00, www.national.ru. hhhhh
SHERATON MOSCOW SHEREMETYEVO
AIRPORT HOTEL
QMezhdunarodnoye shosse 28B, bldg. 5,
MPlanernaya, tel. (+7) 495 229 00 10, www.
sheratonmoscowairport.com. hhhhh
ADAGIO MOSCOW PAVELETSKAYA
QUl. Bakhrushina 11, MPaveletskaya, tel. (+7) 495
720 53 01, www.accorhotels.com. hhhh
BEST WESTERN VEGA HOTEL & CONVENTION
CENTER
QIzmailovskoe shosse 71, bldg. 3V, MPartizanskaya,
tel. (+7) 495 956 05 06, www.hotel-vega.ru. hhh
MERCURE MOSCOW PAVELETSKAYA
QUl. Bakhrushina 11, MPaveletskaya, tel. (+7) 495 720
53 01, www.mercure.com. hhhh
IBIS MOSCOW CENTRE BAKHRUSHINA
QUl. Bakhrushina 11, MPaveletskaya, tel. (+7) 495 720
53 01, www.accorhotels.com. hhh
IVAN HOSTEL
QPetrovsky per. 1/30, app. 23, MChekhovskaya, tel.
(+7) 916 407 11 78, www.ivanhostel.com
Moscow
AEROEXPRESS TRAINS
The most reliable way of travelling to and from air-
ports in Moscow is by Aeroexpress. Aeroexpress trains
run between Belorussky Rail Terminal and Sherem-
etyevo (SVO) airport, Kievsky Rail Terminal and Vnu-
kovo (VKO) airport, and Paveletsky Rail Terminal and
Domodedovo (DME) airport. Each rail terminal is con-
nected via the metro circle line. It takes 35 45 minutes
to get to the airports from the centre of Moscow.
Aeroexpress tickets can be bought at Aeroexpress
ticket counters or at automatic machines in the rail ter-
minals, through the websites of partner airlines, travel
agencies, and via air ticket agencies, either in Moscow,
or indeed almost any other region of Russia. A list of
sales outlets can be found on the companys website,
where you can also buy an electronic ticket: www.
aeroexpress.ru.
Download their free mobile app and you will be able to
purchase Aeroexpress tickets using your smartphone
with no need to print out the ticket: the turnstiles at
the airport are able to read the tickets QR-code directly
from your smartphone/tablet screen.
If you are a Master Card Pay-
Pass or VISA PayWave hold-
er, you can easily pay for the
fare directly at the turnstiles
Aeroexpress.
The Aeroexpress hotline is
(+7) 800 700 33 77 (calls
from within Russia are free).
THE PUSHKIN STATE MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS
QUl. Volkhonka 12, MKropotkinskaya, tel. (+7)
495 609 95 20, www.artsmuseum.ru. Open 10:00
- 19:00, Thu 10:00 - 21:00. Closed Mon. Admission
300 - 400Rbl. Admission may vary according to the
exhibition.
TRETYAKOV GALLERY
QLavrushinsky per. 10, MTretyakovskaya, tel. (+7)
495 951 13 62, www.tretyakovgallery.ru. Open 10:00
- 18:00, Thu, Fri 10:00 - 21:00. Closed Mon. Admission
100 - 360Rbl. English audio guide 250Rbl.
Advertise on this map!
Call:
(+7) 812 448 88 65
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