The Hermitage is the largest museum in Russia and has over 3 million pieces of art and artefacts. The museum includes six buildings including the Winter Palace, and exhibits artefacts from the Paleolithic era to modern art. Spend at least three hours exploring the museum and admiring the beautiful art and architecture.
This beautiful palace was commissioned by Peter the Great and is also known as the "Russian Versailles." The palace and its famous fountains and gardens are both dazzling and serene. The Grand Cascade fountain and Samson Fountain are most popular. Allow four hours to tour the palace, stroll in the gardens, and relax by the fountains.
St. Isaac's Cathedral is the largest Russian orthodox cathedral and has 4,000 square metres of stunning mosaic artwork, beautiful stained glass and paintings. Climb the 262 steps of the colonnade to get a panoramic view of Petersburg from the observation deck. Spend approximately two hours admiring the beautiful artwork and architecture.
If you have more time, take a day trip to Catherine Palace in Tsarskoye Selo to view the stunning Amber Room. Alternately, take a canal boat tour to view the magnificent architecture from the water. If you have less time, consider visiting the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood or the Faberge Museum.