DKTop 10 St Petersburg

Looking for a more comprehensive guide to St Petersburg for a longer stay? Try our DK Eyewitness Travel Guide St Petersburg.

Magnificent canals, elegant bridges, and grand boulevards — St Petersburg is a gloriously grandiose city filled with monumental palaces, breathtaking cathedrals, world-class museums, and famous landmarks that reflect Russia’s revolutionary past. With the DK Eyewitness Top 10 travel guide, you’ll navigate the ‘Venice of the North’ with absolute ease.

What Makes This Guide Special:

Our recently updated Top 10 travel guide organizes the best of Russia into helpful lists of ten — from curated highlights to the best museums, galleries, eateries, bars, and shops.

What You'll Discover:

• Eight easy-to-follow itineraries: Perfect for a day-trip, weekend, or week-long exploration.
• Detailed Top 10 lists of St Petersburg’s must-sees, including:
  • Nevskiy Prospekt
  • The Hermitage
  • The Church on Spilled Blood
  • The Mariinskiy Theatre
  • The Russian Museum
  • The Peter and Paul Fortress
  • St Isaac’s Cathedral
  • Peterhof
  • Tsarskoe Selo
  • Pavlovsk park and palace
• St Petersburg’s most interesting areas: Discover the best places for shopping, sightseeing, and nightlife.
• Inspiration for unique experiences: Activities for children, free attractions, and hidden gems off the beaten path.
• A free laminated pull-out map: Includes St Petersburg and the metro, plus six color-coded neighborhood maps.
• Streetsmart advice: Tips to help you get ready, get around, and stay safe.
• Lightweight format: Perfectly sized to fit in your pocket or bag when you’re on the move.

Navigate St Petersburg with confidence and make the most of your trip with this indispensable guide!