Vasileostrovsky District
St. Petersburg
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Popular places to visit
Kunstkamera
This museum houses fine examples of Russian art, as well as a vast number of interesting objects from around the globe.
Strelka
Visit Vasilievsky Island for an interesting mix of St. Petersburg’s past and present in one convenient location by the water.
Erarta Museum and Galleries of Contemporary Art
See monumental installations and exclusive Russian art in the biggest contemporary museum in Russia.
Palace Bridge
Watch the raising of one of St. Petersburg’s most well-known bridges, an event that brings out the party spirit in locals and visitors alike.
Universitetskaya Embankment
You can find out about the history of St. Petersburg with a visit to Universitetskaya Embankment. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.
State Hermitage Museum
Immerse yourself in a collection of prehistoric artifacts, Middle Eastern jewelry and European art that spans 6,000 years in one of the world’s oldest museums.
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Other neighborhoods around Vasileostrovsky District
Morskoy
While Morskoy might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lenexpo Exhibition Complex and City Electric Transporation Museum.
Dekabristov Island
While you're in Dekabristov Island, take in top sights like Metro Museum and jump on the metro at Primorskaya Station to see more of the city.
Petrogradskaya District
Petrogradskaya District is well-liked for its museums and architecture. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Kirov Apartment Museum and Planetarium 1 are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Chkalovskaya Station or Petrogradskaya Station to get around.
Admiralteyskiy
Spend some time visiting places like Mariinsky Theatre while getting to know Admiralteyskiy, and be sure to check out the cozy coffeehouses. You can hop aboard the metro at Frunzenskaya Station or Tekhnologichesky Institut Station to see more of the area.
Palace District
While you're in Palace District, take in top sights like Cigar Museum and jump on the metro at Nevsky Prospekt Station to see more of the city.
District No. 78
If you're spending time in District No. 78, check out sights like Great Gostiny Dvor or Kazan Cathedral and hop on the metro to see more the city at Gostiny Dvor Station or Admiralteyskaya Station.
