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Author and journalist at Piter Pass. Shares travel tips, attraction guides, and insider knowledge about Saint Petersburg to help visitors make the most of their trip.
Petrograd and the Petrograd Side: the City's Lost Name and the District That Kept It
Petrograd was the city's name from 1914 to 1924, and the Petrograd Side still carries it. Why the name changed three times, and what is worth walking on the island quarter.
11 Best Photo Spots in St. Petersburg, Russia for Stunning Travel Photos
Capture St. Petersburg's magic: palaces bathed in dawn light, canals mirroring baroque façades, and hidden courtyards echoing Venice. Discover 11 stunning photo spots for timeless travel memories.
Apraksin Dvor Saint Petersburg - Historic Market Guide
St Petersburg Landmarks - The Secret History of Mikhailovsky Castle
Saint Petersburg Tourist Attractions - Top Sights & Must-See Landmarks
Lakhta Center: Tickets, the 365-Metre Observation Deck and What You Actually See
Yes, you can go up. Tickets from 1,000 roubles, the deck at 365 metres between floors 83 and 86, Entrance 13 — and an honest account of what the view does and does not include.
Kronstadt, St. Petersburg - A Guide to the Historic Naval City
Discover St. Petersburg from Above - The Lakhta Center Observation Deck Experience
This 2026 Holiday Season in St Petersburg - Events, Lights &
Two Days in St. Petersburg, Russia – The Best Private Tour Itinerary
St. Pete’s Top Family-Friendly Playgrounds - The Ultimate Guide for Parents
Peterhof Tickets and Prices 2026: the Park, the Palace and the Foreign Rate
A foreign visitor pays 2,500 ₽ for the Lower Park and 2,700 ₽ for the Grand Palace — against 900–1,100 ₽ and 1,000 ₽ for Russian citizens. Full 2026 prices, concessions, free days and opening hours.
