Saint Petersburg Russia Tours

St Petersburg, often called The “Cultural Capital of Russia”, is one of the most Boutique Hotel in Saint Petersburg Russia historical tourist destinations on the planet.

With certified guides and the opportunity to create your own tour, TJ Travel gives you a chance to see many of the attractions you won’t find in a guidebook.

Some other wonderful things to see in St Petersburg include The Great Palace, the Church of our Savior on Spilled Blood, as well as Yelagin Island. In addition you might want to explore the rivers and canals of the city, the Faberge Museum, Kunstkamera (the strangest museum in Russia), and the St Petersburg Siege Memorial.

Hotels in St Petersburg

There is a large choice of accommodation in St Petersburg and choosing the right place to stay can be difficult. One of the most historical [”https://hotelvera.ru” boutique hotels in St Petersburg,hotels in St Petersburg,accommodations in St Petersburg,St Petersburg hotels,St Petersburg boutique hotels] is Hotel Vera.

Hotel Vera is beautiful to say the least, with architecture that looks like it was taken right out of a story book as the hotel is situated inside a historical building that has been added to the list of St Petersburg Architectural Treasures. The hotel offers 70 unique rooms and is within walking distance from the Moscow Railway Station and Nevsky Prospekt.

Your stay includes free Wi-Fi Internet and a free buffet breakfast among other amenities. The hotel includes the cozy Cafe Vera which even makes their own chocolates, and a bar that includes the occasional live piano performance.

Some other choices for a great stay in St Petersburg include the famous Hotel Astoria, Kempinski Hotel Moika, and the Radisson Royal Hotel.

Food in St Petersburg

One of the most famous foods to try in St Petersburg in Russian pancakes.These special pancakes come with fillings including fish, meats, jams, and even red caviar.To sample real Russian pancakes try Teremok, a chain of restaurants located at near most metro station in the center of St Petersburg.To wash down your pancakes try Kvass, a traditional Russian drink usually made from black or rye bread.

Besides pancakes you can also try authentic Russian pies with a variety of fillings including fish, meat, and jams.Try the pie with rabbit and mushrooms should it be on the day’s menu.

Traditional Russian borscht is the soup of choice at any restaurant.Beetroot, meat, potatoes, and cabbage make up the main ingredients of this Russian soup.

For a main course make sure to try beef stroganoff with beef and sour cream.Local legend says that the chef of Count Pavel Alexandrovich Stroganov created the dish for a hungry guest with various leftovers in the kitchen.

For dessert Russian chocolate is always a good choice and there are many different varieties of Russian produced chocolate.

Souvenirs To Buy

No trip to St Petersburg is complete without some of the amazing Russian made souvenirs which are available.

Some popular items include nesting dolls (including famous presidents and sports players), Russian porcelain, and painted lacquer boxes.

Don’t forget to take home a bottle of Russian vodka which is most likely sold exclusively in Russia.

Many visitors also prefer to buy amber which can be found in plentiful quantities along the Baltic Sea Coast.