City-Trip St. Petersburg

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This current city guide is the ideal companion to explore all aspects of the Russian metropolis of St. Petersburg independently. The most important sights and museums of the city, as well as lesser-known attractions and neighborhoods, are presented and evaluated in detail. Fascinating architecture between imperial palaces and modern buildings is highlighted. The guide includes varied city walks, suggestions for short trips, excursions to Peterhof and Tsarskoye Selo/Pushkin, shopping tips from traditional markets to the most original souvenirs, and the best local eateries along with interesting facts about Russian cuisine. It offers tips for evening activities, from the Mariinsky Theater to hidden clubs, and traces the history of the Leningrad blockade. St. Petersburg is depicted as a city for dreaming, with the Summer Garden, Neva embankment, and Alexandrovsky Garden. Selected accommodations range from budget to unique options. Practical information on travel, prices, public transport, tours, events, and emergency assistance is included, along with background articles on history, the mentality of the residents, and life in the city. A small Russian language guide with essential vocabulary for everyday travel is also provided.