Flights to Saint Petersburg

Saint Petersburg’s streets exhale Russian history. This imperial city has enormous charm, boasting culture and entertainment. Some call it an “open-air museum” because of the beauty of its historical centre, its palaces, avenues and embankments.

Peter the Great and the Romanov dynasty were this great city’s founders, building it next to the Neva river and spanning 42 islands. As you’ll see, its canals will remind you of other elegant European cities like Venice or Amsterdam.

Because it’s a work of art in the form of a city, Vueling flies you there.

Hotels in Saint Petersburg

Hotel Azimut

This is one of the first skyscrapers from the Soviet epoch. From its height you can enjoy privileged views over Saint Petersburg city. The rooms are modern and the hotel’s facilities are also perfect for business trips.

Hotel Novotel (Superior)

This hotel, consisting of a main building with its striking tower, exudes a modern yet welcoming atmosphere. It’s situated in the city centre and offers all the conveniences necessary for enjoying the most pleasant stay.

Hotel Nevsky Grand

Located just a stone’s throw from the main tourist attractions, specifically in the area known as the Golden Triangle. It’s a practical hotel that offers spacious, comfortable rooms. Furthermore, other facilities are available, such as a sauna, Jacuzzi and a fabulous restaurant.

Hotel Angleterre (Classic)

This traditional hotel in the Russian Baroque style stands next to the central shopping district, just a short distance from the main attractions. A great spot to spend a few days in this beautiful city.

Hotel Holiday Club St. Petersburg

The facilities at this spa hotel will amaze you, as will its superb location on Vasily Island, very close to the city’s most popular tourist attractions. Its rooms are perfectly furnished.

Airport de Saint Petersburg

For more information:
Official website: pulkovo.ru
Ph.: + 7 (812) 104 34 44 (Pulkovo 2) ó + 7 (812) 104 38 22 (Pulkovo 1)

Restaurants in Saint Petersburg

Russian cuisine is famously as delicious as it is calorie-laden, above all because it is designed to beat winter’s low temperatures. Highly typical are hot soups, such as Borsch, Solianka or Schi. Also extremely popular are Blinis: a kind of Russian-style crêpe, and salads. If you want, you can discover a new dish with each meal.

Na Zdorovie

The age of the tsars is over, but the delicious cuisine of that Russian epoch lives on at this restaurant. Try their typical soups and other authentic dishes such as Pirozhki-Karasiki.

Petrográdskaya Storoná, Bolshoi Prospect 13.
+7 (812) 320 21 20

Café Che

This avant garde café offers full sandwiches in the afternoon while at night, it becomes a popular club packed with people, including DJs and exhibitions. Although it’s a little expensive, it’s worth a visit.

Poltavskaya ul
+7 (812) 277 76 00

Taleon Restaurant

French and Russian cuisine are well represented at this luxurious restaurant. Its dining rooms are classically decorated, influenced by the city’s colonial past. You’re sure to have a delightful evening.

Moika River, Emb House 59, Eliseyev Hotel
+7 (812) 324 9911

Demidov Restaurant

In old Saint Petersburg stands this elegant restaurant. Its décor is classical and its views of the city, superb. The menu includes Russian recipes and a very special dish: Bear meat! Want to try it?

Fontanka embankment
+7 (812) 272 91 81

Cháinaya Lozhka (teaspoon)

This fast food chain originated in Saint Petersburg and currently has loads of establishments throughout the city. The main dish it offers is Blinis, a traditional Russian recipe similar to crêpes.

Business hours in Saint Petersburg

Shopping hours in the city are extensive. Shops tend to be open seven days a week without closing at lunchtime. Opening times tend to be 10 am till 8 or 10 pm at night. Some food stores are open 24 hours a day.

Markets and street markets also remain open every day, with the odd exception closing on Mondays.

Don't miss... in Saint Petersburg

The Hermitage

If you go to Saint Petersburg, this is an almost obligatory visit. It’s one of the world’s great museums, where you can appreciate master works by Da Vinci, Van Gogh, Picasso and a long list of artists from all the western European painting schools (13th – 20th centuries).

The Peter and Paul fortress

This is one of the best conserved military fortifications in Europe. Construction began in the 18th Century and its interior houses the city’s historical nucleus, the old prison and its foremost symbol: the Cathedral of St Peter and St Paul. Inside you can visit the Pantheon of the Russian tsars.

Petergoff Palace and parks

Strolling through the parks and palaces of the tsars is a great luxury that is within everyone’s reach in this divine city. Discover its spectacular fountains and incredible statues. To give you an idea, it’s known as the “Russian Versailles”.

Russian Museum

This museum houses the principal Russian works of painting and sculpture, from the Medieval era (12th – 16th centuries) to the 20th Century. A good place to get to know the grand masters of this fascinating country in detail.

St Isaac’s Cathedral

This is the city’s main cathedral. It is 101.5 metres high. You can climb up the dome to enjoy the sweeping panorama of Saint Petersburg town. Inside it’s marvellous. Don’t miss it!

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