Exploring the Life and Legacy of Anastasia Romanov: A Historical Journey

Day 1: Birthplace and Early Childhood

Petergof, Russia on July 1, 2025

9:00am

Peterhof Palace Tour

Explore the opulent Peterhof Palace, the birthplace of Anastasia Romanov, and admire the beautiful gardens and fountains that surround this historic site.
RUB1000, 2h30m

12:00pm

Lunch at Monplaisir Restaurant

Enjoy a meal at the Monplaisir Restaurant within Peterhof, renowned for its refined Russian cuisine and historical ambiance.
RUB1200, 1h

2:00pm

Walk in the Peterhof Gardens

Stroll through the expansive and picturesque Peterhof Gardens, perfect for understanding the environment where Anastasia played in her youth.
Included in palace ticket, 1h

5:00pm

Dinner at Cafe Babylon

Dine at Cafe Babylon in Petergof, known for offering traditional Russian dishes in a cozy setting, open until 10 pm.
RUB900, 1h30m

Day 2: Childhood and Education

Saint Petersburg, Russia on July 2, 2025

9:00am

Visit Smolny Institute

Visit the Smolny Institute where Anastasia took some of her early lessons and where her governess Margaretta Eagar once taught.
RUB800, 1h30m

11:00am

Saint Petersburg Opera House

Explore the historic opera house where Anastasia famously ate chocolates wearing her long opera gloves, soaking up the atmosphere of her beloved cultural activities.
RUB1500, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch at Palkin

Have lunch at Palkin, a classic Saint Petersburg restaurant known for its Imperial Russian cuisine, open until 3 pm.
RUB1300, 1h

2:00pm

Visit the State Hermitage Museum

Tour the vast State Hermitage Museum to appreciate the art and artifacts from the Romanov dynasty era.
RUB700, 3h

6:00pm

Dinner at Sadko

Enjoy authentic Russian dishes in a traditional setting at Sadko restaurant, open until 11 pm.
RUB1000, 1h30m

Day 3: Romanov Polish Estate and Family Life

Skierniewice, Poland on July 3, 2025

9:00am

Visit Skierniewice Estate

Explore the Polish estate where the Romanov family spent time and where Anastasia’s famous snowball fight incident occurred.
PLN50, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Restauracja Stara Kamienica

Enjoy traditional Polish cuisine at the historic Stara Kamienica, a local favorite in Skierniewice.
PLN60, 1h

2:00pm

Visit local historical museum

Learn about the local history including the Romanov family’s connection and the Polish context of the time.
PLN30, 1h30m

6:00pm

Dinner at Restauracja Karczma u Kowola

Savor traditional dishes in a rustic atmosphere at Karczma u Kowola, open until 9 pm.
PLN80, 1h30m

Day 4: Captivity and Revolution

Tsarskoye Selo and Tobolsk, Russia on July 4, 2025

8:00am

Alexander Palace Tour

Tour the Alexander Palace in Tsarskoye Selo, where Anastasia and family were initially imprisoned after the revolution.
RUB1200, 2h

11:00am

Travel to Tobolsk

Take a transfer to Tobolsk, the next place of Romanov captivity. Allow time for the travel between locations.
Included in transport, 4h

3:00pm

Visit Governor's Mansion in Tobolsk

See the Governor's Mansion where the Romanovs were held; experience the atmosphere of their captivity during exile.
RUB700, 1h30m

6:00pm

Dinner at local restaurant

Enjoy a quiet dinner at a local restaurant in Tobolsk serving Siberian specialties, open until 9 pm.
RUB900, 1h30m

Day 5: Final Days and Legacy

Yekaterinburg, Russia on July 5, 2025

9:00am

Ipatiev House Memorial Complex

Visit the site of the Ipatiev House in Yekaterinburg where Anastasia and her family were held and ultimately executed; the museum offers a poignant look at their final days.
RUB600, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Ural Pelmeni

Taste traditional Ural dumplings and Siberian cuisine at Ural Pelmeni, a popular local restaurant open for lunch until 3 pm.
RUB800, 1h

2:00pm

Church on the Blood

Visit the Church on the Blood built on the site of the Ipatiev House as a memorial to the Romanovs, reflecting on Anastasia’s life and legacy.
Free, 1h

5:00pm

Dinner at Pektor Ale House

Enjoy a relaxed dinner with local beer and Russian dishes at Pektor Ale House, open until 11 pm.
RUB900, 1h30m