Top St Petersburg Food & Drink

This is a unique tour during which you will not just learn the history of traditional Russian and Soviet cuisine,and hear legends that surround the creation of different dishes, but will get a great opportunity to try and TASTE and ENJOY these dishes. . During this 3-hour Food Tour you will get to eat a generous amount of food, and will taste such dishes as: -Traditional Russian PIEROGI (hearty thick pastry with generous meat/vegetable filling) -Classic Russian TEA (Infused with various berries and herbs) -BORSCH (the most famous Russia soup with beets) -BEEF STROGANOFF with buckwheat ( Beef in creamy sauce with a traditional Russian grain. Be ready to hear the crazy story of creation of this dish!) -BLEENI (pancake which comes from pre-Christian times) . *All restaurants that we visit are reputable and trustworthy . This tour will prove you that Russian traditional cuisine is amazing, and is highly underappreciated! ARRIVE HUNGRY!

Get a comprehensive overview of the St. Petersburg—considered to be the "Venice of the North"—on this 2-day small-group shore excursion. See famous sights including Peterhof, Catherine’s Palace, the Hermitage Museum and more. Enjoy skip-the-line admission to many attractions, a 3-course Russian lunch each day, a Neva River canal cruise, and a guided tour of the famous Faberge Museum.

Dip into one of the world’s greatest city's on this full-day tour of St. Petersburg. With a guide, stop at some of the city’s top landmarks such as the Winter Palace, St. Isaac's Cathedral, Peter and Paul Fortress, and the Church of the Savior on the Spilled Blood. View magnificent pieces of architecture as your guide explains their history.b Then, complete your experience with a 3-hour guided tour of the renowned Hermitage Museum.

Devote your attention to two of Russia’s most celebrated imperial residences on a private day tour from St. Petersburg. Leave the city for the baroque Catherine Palace in Tsarskoye Selo. Tour the interiors as you hear about the tsars who lived here, and see the showpiece Amber Room and gardens. Afterward, explore the palace and parks of the Peterhof estate, including the world-famous Grand Cascade fountains. Hotel pickup and drop-off, plus entrance fees included.

Go back to the days of imperial Russia with this private tour of Catherine Palace and Park in Pushkin. Once a summer hideaway for the Romanov tsars, Pushkin is known for its regal-looking palaces, and none are as attention-grabbing as the Catherine Palace and Park. On a tour, you’ll visit its history-rich Amber Room among other highlights such as the Great Hall. If time allows, you’ll also check out the Pavlovsk Palace and Park before you head back to St. Petersburg.

This 2-day tour through St. Petersburg gets you acquainted with the city, its history, and its culture. Visit Catherine Palace, Peterhof Garden (Petrodvorets), Rasputin Museum at the Yusupov Palace, the Russian-Orthodox Peter and Paul Cathedral, and Saint Isaac's Cathedral. Plus go on a canal and riverboat ride, and gain early access to The Hermitage.

St Petersburg is filled with architectural wonders and historic landmarks, and this half-day tour visits some of the most impressive. With a private guide and a customisable itinerary, explore the city at your own pace, stopping to admire the Peter and Paul Fortress, the Winter Palace, and St.Isaac’s Cathedral; stroll around Mikhailovsky Castle and the Summer Garden; and see the colourful Church of the Savior on Blood.

Step inside Catherine Palace for a private tour of this impressive summer residence. Located in the town of Pushkin outside St Petersburg center, the Rococo palace and former home of the Russian tsars is now a museum highlighting 300 years of local history. Learn the story of its origins, wander among its grand halls and marvel at the world-famous Amber Room, a perfect recreation of the gold-leaf and amber paneled chamber that Nazis stole crate by crate during World War II.

Make the most of your time in St. Petersburg on this small-group shore excursion limited to just 15 people. Spending two days exploring offers the opportunity to not only see the city's top sights, including the Hermitage Museum, but also to go outside the city to explore the cities of Peterhof and Pushkin.

Immerse yourself in the many wonders of the Hermitage with a 3-hour private tour. The six-building St Petersburg complex is both one of the world's largest museums and houses the largest collection of paintings on the planet. Visit the works that most appeal to your preference. See paintings by Goya, Rembrandt and Monet, marvel at da Vinci's 15th-century Madonna and marvel at ornate rooms decorated in symbols of Russian Imperialism. Also, learned how this vast collection survived the atrocities of WWII.

While your ship is in St. Petersburg, enjoy a private full-day, visa-free shore excursion around the city. Admire must-sees including the Peter and Paul Fortress and Nevsky Prospect on a panoramic drive, and visit the onion-domed Church on Spilled Blood (excluding Wednesdays). Plus, tour the highlights of the Hermitage and Peterhof’s palace and fountains. Private air-conditioned transport, metro ride, port pickup and drop-off, plus Church on the Spilled Blood, Peterhof, and Hermitage entrance fees included.

Explore St. Petersburg the way you want with a private, full-day flexible tour. Customize your perfect itinerary in advance and relax with pre-arranged logistics and pre-booked skip-the-line tickets. Discover highlights like St. Isaac’s Cathedal and Church on the Spilled Blood, take a canal cruise, or devote time to the Hermitage, Catherine Palace, or Peterhof — you choose. Entrance fees and meals are at your own expense, with private air-conditioned transport and guiding services included.

Explore the best that St. Petersburg has to offer on this flexible 2-day private shore excursion. Set your own pace and itinerary with your guide and discover famous landmarks like the Hermitage Museum, Catherine’s Palace, the Grand Palace in Peterhof, the Yusupov Palace, and much more. Learn about the history and culture of the city and get insider tips from your guide and this worry-free excursion.

Step back to the days of Russia’s 18th-century Tsars on a 4-hour tour of the Catherine Palace in Pushkin, formerly called Tsarskoe Selo. Travel from St Petersburg by air-conditioned vehicle and tour the the blue-and-white baroque palace, sometimes dubbed the Pushkin Palace. Ogle the gold and marble interiors, including the Amber Room, spectacularly coated in amber and mirrors; and admire the gardens. Upgrade to include a visit to the Pavlovsk Palace, one of the most beautiful palaces in St Petersburg. Numbers are limited to nine for a more personalized experience.

The St. Petersburg CityPass is the ultimate in flexibility for your sightseeing in the city. Choose which museums and attractions to visit when you want. The CityPass includes admission to more than 20 different museums. Use the pass for complimentary bus tours, walking tours, or sightseeing excursions on the water. You also receive deals and discounts at participating restaurants. An included guidebook and city map help plan your days. Choose from 2-, 3- or 5-day passes.

Skip the tourist traps and discover real Russian fare on a visit to a local St Petersburg family’s home for dinner. Sample authentic dishes such as borscht soup, beef stroganoff, and sweet pies, and savor a taste of traditional drinks including vodka, wine, and herbal teas. Gain insight into Russian culture as you chat with your hosts over dinner, and pick up top culinary tips to take home with you.

See the sights and tap into St. Petersburg’s cuisine and lifestyle on this bit-of-everything private food and culture walking tour. Stroll the handsome streets to see attractions including the State Hermitage and Church on Spilled Blood, and visit traditional eateries to try popular local dishes. Sample specialties like ‘borscht’ soup, beer-like ‘kvass,’ and more as you hear about Russian culture and customs. Pre-set menus and hotel pickup and drop-off on foot included.

Skip the long lines at top St. Petersburg attractions on this 2-day tour of the city, which includes admission to the attractions, as well as all transport. Go around the city streets, and see Peter and Paul Fortress, The Hermitage, St. Isaac’s Cathedral, Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, and Peterhof Palace and Garden (Petrodvorets).

This Russian folk show offers a taste of traditional Russian life you'd likely otherwise miss on your visit to St. Petersburg. Watch colorful dancers and musicians perform in the grand Nikolayevsky Palace and, during the interval enjoy some Champagne and caviar, and other drinks and snacks. Upgrade to include hotel pickup and drop-off.

Experience a real Russian winter activity in Saint Petersburg – dog-sledding. We invite you to the suburbs of this wonderful city to become a part of an exciting northern adventure – meeting with beautiful Siberian huskies, dog-sledding in a snowy forest and tasting authentic Russian dishes in a grill-house after tubing, walking and breathing fresh air.

This handy two-day tour of St Petersburg is designed so that cruise ship passengers get the most out of their stop in the city. You’ll visit several of St Petersburg’s highlights and get an insight into Russian culture and history from your local guide. As this is a small-group tour you will receive personalized attention and a more relaxed pace while sightseeing.

What better way to experience life and culture in Russia than through its cuisine? We will enjoy wine, appetisers and a delicious meal together whilst we give you an insight into our recipes. We purchase all the ingredients for a 3 course meal and start the basic preparations before our guests arrive. When the guests do arrive we will have a short welcome with introduction to Russian culture and cuisine. Later on we will start to cook the traditional Russian dishes together in a family atmosphere .

Delve off the traditional tourist path to enjoy a truly authentic experience: dining with a local Russian family. Depart the city-center along the historic 'Road of Life' for a visit to the family home and witness first-hand how multiple generations live under one roof. Mingle with family members and tour the residence before sitting down to a meal of traditional Russian dishes. Around the table enjoy an opportunity to discuss Russian culture and daily life with your English speaking host.

Pack in St. Petersburg sights into two days on this private tour of the city’s main highlights. During your 2-day city visit, see Peter and Paul Fortress and Cathedral, the Church of the Savior on the Spilled Blood, St. Isaac's Cathedral, and Peterhof Palace and Garden (Petrodvorets). Plus you’ll also explore the Hermitage on a 3-hour guided tour.