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The glass factory with working glass demonstrations is open to the public visit everyday from 9.30 am to 4.00 pm, last tour starts at 3.30 pm.

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We only accept guests with reservation! We know you are in holiday! If you don't know the exact arrival time, it's not a problem, it's only indicative for us, you can come to our entrance even late, as long as the day of the visit is respected.

Glass blowing show inside our traditional furnace in Murano.

Visit us in Murano and assist how we make our artworks!

Exclusive tour visit of our furnace with dedicated guide who speaks Italian, French, English and German.

After the demonstration, tour of the shop and the showroom to enjoy every single piece of art we make.

You will get our COUPON CODE with the total amount of your booking tickets, to spend in our online store.

Big groups, schools, families or individuals are all welcome in our furnace!

ALWAYS OPEN DURING THE HOLIDAYS. Easter, April 25th, May 1st, Jun 2nd, August 15th.

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"Such a lovely experience. We got a personal tour, met a couple of the glassblowing masters. I purchased the most lovely pitcher that will be a family treasure with such great memories. OMG shipped it safely and engraved it so we'll always know when and where we found it. Highly recommend this hidden gem."

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We are located in: Fondamenta San Giovanni dei Battuti 4b, 30141 Murano Venezia Italy. CLICK HERE TO GET GOOGLE MAP DIRECTION

You can decide to visit us by public boat transportation:

From Venice – line 12, 3, 4.1, 4.2 – stop “Murano Faro” (lighthouse)

From Burano, Vignole, Treporti, Punta Sabbioni – line 12, 13 – stop “Murano Faro”(light house)

We can also arrange the TAXI boat to pick up you at your place in Venice. TAXI service is not free. The cost of it is about 100 euro one way for max 10 people (we do not charge on it). We have a private boat stop in front of our factory. If you would like to book for a private TAXI please contact our customer service for all the info.

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Murano Glass Factory Tour

You are planning a trip to Murano and are gathering information before you go. Naturally, a Murano glass factory tour would be the perfect way to learn about Murano’s famous trade. To help you get the best experience, listed here are the “dos and don’ts” of attending a Murano Glass Factory Tour .

Murano Glass Factory Tour – Be wary of the “Free tour”

Walking through Venice or Murano, you will probably be stopped by a salesperson proposing to take you on a free Murano Glass Factory Tour. They will boast about the incredible experience you will have and the exclusive deals on glass they can arrange. Sadly, it is a common tourist trap:

• The tour will be limited . The salespersons are hired by one glass factory to bring in customers. You will only see the glass factory they work for and that glass factory’s shop,
• The glassblowing demonstration will be brief ,
• At the end, there will be pressure to purchase an item to thank them for the “free tour”. But, their shop will have inflated prices disguised as bargains.

There is no harm in attending these “free tours”, but as experienced Murano travelers we offer this one advice: Don’t let a salesperson beguile you into buying over-priced glass. Make your own comparisons and reflect well on your purchases.

The paid tour

There are great Murano glass factory tours if your funds allow you to reserve a guide. Paid guides will take you to see more and educate you along the way. On average, tours start around 30€ per person . Private tours will be a bit more. With paid tours, you will have a very pleasant experience.

• Most tours will take you through the entire You will see many glass factories, and the professional guides will enhance your experience by sharing their knowledge with you
• You can witness a full glassblowing demonstration . See how the delicate art is made. Some tours even allow you to participate and take your creation home!
• Average length of a tour is 2 hours

For these reasons, a paid Murano glass factory tour is the best way to immerse yourself in the Murano culture. Find the tour that fits your interests and budget. Don’t risk having a poor experience in such an extraordinary place. Do your research and read reviews. Some paid tours are still looking to trap you in one glass factory to encourage you to buy their glass before you see what else is out there. Make sure you discover all of Murano and not just one shop.

How to get the best out of Murano without a formal tour

Tours are a great way to see the island, but if you don’t have the budget, there is nothing wrong with touring the Island of Murano on your own. This way you can guarantee you see exactly what you want. Visit the glass factories that are open to the public. You will easily find them since there are more glass foundries and shops than cafés in Murano . Getting to Murano is painless. Take Venice’s public transportation system, the Vaporetti . Read our article Venice to Murano for details on how to get there.

After your trip to Murano, you will have an idea why owning an authentic and certified Murano Glass artwork is so coveted. Of course, you will want to take home a souvenir; but even in Murano, you will need to be conscious of what you are buying. Be sure your purchase supports the local Murano artists by buying genuine Murano glass artwork . True Murano glass increases in value over time, but unfortunately, there are counterfeit artworks sold on the island from China and the Czech Republic. You can either take the risk or you can purchase through a trustworthy source.

Did you know that you can buy Murano glass artwork online at the best price on the market?

Thanks to a unique collaboration with Murano glass masters, MuranoGlassItaly.com offers high-quality, certified, Murano glasswork online at the best price on the market. What’s more, you can see exclusive pieces online the Murano glass artists don’t put in the shop window, and find the one unique to you!

Don’t see what you like, or have something specific in mind? We can create a custom piece for you. Guaranteed genuine and authentic . Be a smart shopper, get the best value for your money and shop online.

All our artworks are 100% handmade in Murano, Italy and they are always provided with a Certificate of Authenticity. We will ship the artwork safely to your door step.

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We had our own glass-making demonstration in English and it was only €5 per adult while our little children were free. The master craftsman was truly fascinating! A must-see in Venice!

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The Murano Glass showroom is located at Fondamenta S. Giovanni dei Battuti, number 4b/5 , overlooking the canal and the dock where taxi boats and tour boats arrive. This is the easiest way to reach us. Participating in a group visit with other people means being taken directly to the starting point of the visit. An advantage that allows you to save time and get straight to the point, without too much effort and without unforeseen events or delays along the way. If you are in Venice or Burano, you can get there in just a few minutes by ferry or taxi boat : we are right in front of the docking area, just a few meters from where the boat moor. You can ask our staff how to get there by filling out the contact form or you can contact your hotel, tour operator, or tour guide.

The advice is always to book in advance (you can also do it from our website). But if you arrive at the last minute or a friend joins you unannounced, don’t worry: we’ll do everything we can to find an extra place and put you on one of the guided tours that take place in the furnace every day . Do not forget that our Murano Glass art gallery, which is the exhibition space with the items for sale, remains open two hours longer than the furnace. The Murano showroom closes at 5:00 pm, while the tours end at around 3 or 4 p.m, depending on the period of the year (it is the time when the workers finish). Find out how to book your visit on the dedicated page or contact us without obligation for more details at e [email protected] or by phone +390415274822 . Would you like to know the history of our Murano glass factory? Find out how our business was born and expanded on the About us page!

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Murano Glass Factory Tour: A Visit to Arti Veneziane on Giudecca:

Roberto Malusa, President of Arti Veneziane

A visit to a Murano glass factory is part and parcel of any tour of Venice and on this occasion we made a stop at Arti Veneziane alla Giudecca . We have visited a few Murano glass factories in the past, but it is always interesting to make the visit to see how designs have changed in keeping with people’s tastes.

A Visit to Arti Veneziane

Arti Veneziane alla Giudecca (AVG) is on the island of Giudecca and this is a new Murano glass factory visit for us – the last one we visited was the Vecchia Murano Glass Factory at the back of San Marco. Our visit began with the familiar glass-blowing demonstration by one of AVG’s artisan glassmakers. With the furnace raging next to him and with some fifty sets of eyes fixated on him, he skillfully turned liquid silica into a glass jug and a glass horse in a matter of minutes while the factory manager explains the Venetian art of glass-making.

Following the glass-blowing demonstration, we were invited into the showroom and shown some beautiful samples of Murano glassware.  We also learned about how the various colours of the glass are achieved and how to detect if your piece of glassware has real 24-carat gold trim on it or just gold paintwork. Yes, it’s a bit of a sales pitch, but you can also pick up useful information on how to tell if the glassware you’re interested in is truly Murano glass.

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Meeting the President of AVG

AVG does not normally allow visitors to take pictures of their glass work and showroom because of concerns that their designs may be copied and mass-produced in places like China and the Czech Republic, which is a problem for the Murano glass industry. In fact if you visit any Murano glass shop in Venice or on the island of Murano, you will find that shopkeepers are very touchy about people taking pictures. We were fortunate in meeting Michele Bonini, one of the managers at AVG who kindly arranged for us to meet with Mr. Roberto Malusa, the President of the company.  He not only gave us permission to take pictures of the showroom, but also spent time telling us about the initiatives at AVG.

Times have changed since our last Murano glass factory visit and in place of some of the traditional Venetian-style glassware, we are seeing more Murano art glassware.  Not many of us live in palazzo-size houses that can elegantly show off huge Murano glass chandeliers or cabinets full of Venetian-style wine-decanters and goblets, but many of the stunning modern vases or decorative plates will look very nice in most modern homes.

Showroom of Arti Veneziane alla Giudecca

While Tony discussed the glass art pieces in the showroom with the very affable Sig. Malusa, Michele took me on a tour of their upstairs showroom. Venetian masks are made in this area and I was also shown the exquisite gondola’s chairs that they make, which I wouldn’t mind having, if not for the price. The company is expanding their facilities and a new lounge section will be a comfortable area for husbands to park themselves whilst the wives enjoy their gift shopping. A cafe is also being installed so you can enjoy a coffee break to contemplate whether you should buy that vase or not.

Murano Glassware at AVG

Like the other Murano glass factories, AVG has the traditional Venetian glassware, an increasing range of contemporary glass artwork and the less expensive glass necklaces, pendants, glass beads, paperweights, etc. I’ve seen complaints online about sales pressure at these Murano glass factory visits, but I didn’t see anyone in our group being pressured. Of course the sales people are on the alert and if you evince any interest, they will approach you – it’s their job!  Many of the ladies in our group were in fact racing around the jewelry counter and buying as many gifts and trinkets as time would permit them and a couple did make more serious purchases.  Our tour guide did have problems extracting people from the showroom as our water taxi was waiting. 

As for comments about the Murano glassware being expensive, yes, genuine Murano glassware being handmade is more expensive than factory produced glass and knock-offs from China. Some people seem to have unreasonable expectations that Murano glass should be cheap just because they’re buying it in Venice.

How to get to AVG Glass Factory

Whereas AVG has a lot of group tours visiting, individuals are welcome as well.  If you are interested in real Murano glass and don’t have time to get to Murano, you can give the showroom a call and they will arrange for their boat to pick you up.  You can also get to there on public transport.  Vaporetti no. 4.1, 4.2 and no. 2 will get you to Giudecca, but before you go, do ring to advise them that you are coming.

You can see more pictures of our visit to AVG Murano Glass Factory at Travelsignposts Murano Glassworks album.

Address: Arti Veneziane alla Giudecca Giudecca 212/C 30133 Venezia Tel: +39 041 2410515 Email: [email protected]

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Free Glass Blowing demonstration in Murano

Visit to Murano Glass factory is one of the must-do things while in Venice. Talking to our guests on the tour we realize that trying to figure out the best way to get there might be difficult, there are plenty of options offered by many different companies at different prices and conditions.

That’s why we have decided to help you to organize your time proposing you a great value option.

A private boat will take you to Murano from Fondamenta dei mendicanti, near Civile Hospital at 3PM (just after the morning tour) . GPS: 45.440882, 12.342047

Get an inside look into the centuries-old art of glassblowing with a factory tour on Murano Island, home to the world’s finest artisan glass. Tour the facilities at Glass Factory and watch a master craftsman shape molten glass through a combination of heat, blowing and sculptural techniques. Visit the factory showroom to see beautiful finished works of art.

• Transfer to Murano on a Private Water Taxi – no crowds
• Skip the line at the glass factory for the Free Glass Blowing demonstration
• See where some of the world’s finest glass art originates on a factory tour
• Watch a master glassblower at work during a live demonstration
• Browse colorful, finished works of art at the factory showroom

Price:  10€ per person (max 12 people allowed) .

No price reduction to children due to limited size of people admitted on the boat.

Booking is necessary

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• Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the transfer.

The return from Murano is NOT included, you can take public transport not far from the factory.

Before leaving Murano we would propose you the following activities:

* visit antique Church of SS Maria e Donato (open until 6pm) with some mosaiques dated back to 12th century.

*visit Murano Glass Museum (last admission at 5pm, ticket 12€ not included)

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3PM: in the middle of Fondamenta dei mendicanti, near Civile Hospital

Please be on time because there is no possibility to wait for people who are running late and if you are late there is no refund.

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Imagine Museum, a glass art museum in St Petersburg, FL

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Since the opening of Imagine Museum in St Pete in 2018 , thousands of people have discovered the magic of glass art. Through our carefully curated and immersive displays, we continuously endeavor to inspire, uplift and educate you in the art of glass and the creative artists who have masterfully established the contemporary glass art movement.

Below, we show you a map of the city of St Petersburg FL where you can locate Imagine Museum. Visit us and discover contemporary glass art among the art museums in St Pete! 

A cultural experience in St. Petersburg

At Imagine Museum we introduce contemporary glass art through carefully curated exhibits that take you through the evolution of the contemporary glass art movement, the versatility of glass to transform color and light, and its influence throughout the world.

We also have special exhibits focused on the beauty and technical skill of glass artists who have pioneered and been influential in the contemporary glass art movement worldwide. At our museum in St Pete, we showcase the masterpieces of over 240 artists from around the world.

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St. Pete is a city known for its concentration of museums showcasing a wide variety of art. At Imagine Museum, we are proud to enrich the cultural experience that is offered to our community and tourists through the beauty of contemporary glass art and the contributions of its extraordinary artists.

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A Virtual Tour of St. Petersburg

Welcome to our tour of St. Petersburg! Here we will introduce you to Russia's greatest historical and cultural treasure, its "Northern Capital" - the famous "Venice of the North". Virtually unharmed by the 1930-50s period of Stalinist reconstruction, downtown St. Petersburg is crowded with splendid palaces, impressive historical monuments, tree-lined avenues and beautiful bridges. Although not yet 300 years old, St. Petersburg is a city crammed with historical and cultural associations and a refined air of mystery.

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Our 20 Best St. Petersburg Tours of 2022

Join us for a Journey of a Lifetime to St. Petersburg the gem of Russia. Sometimes called the city of the Tsars or the Northern Venice, it is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. All of our tours to St. Petersburg are fully customizable and can be adjusted to fit any budget. Our most popular tours are listed below. Please click on the tour details to learn more or contact us for more information about our St. Petersburg tours using the form on the side of the page. You can also schedule a call with one of our Russian travel specialists to learn more.

Classic St. Petersburg

This is our most popular tour of St. Petersburg. It includes all the most important highlights of the Northern Capital, and also provides enough free time for exploring the city on your own. We have a huge variety of St. Petersburg excursions that you can take for extra sightseeing.

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Express St. Petersburg

This tour gives you a great overview of the city. You will visit Peter and Paul Fortress, the birthplace of the city and also the location where the Last Romanovs are buried. You will become acquainted with the rich collection of the Hermitage Museum and learn about Imperial life while visiting Peterhof.

Weekend in St. Petersburg

This tour is a great way to get acquainted with St. Petersburg if you are short on time. You will see all of the city’s major highlights and visit the Hermitage Museum - one of the largest museums in the world and former residence of Russian tzars.

Imperial St. Petersburg

This is our most complete St. Petersburg tour package. Besides visiting all of the major sights within the city and three Imperial summer residences, you will also see the Yusupov Palace and learn about the life and murder of Rasputin, one of the most mysterious figures in Russia’s history.

Group Tour St. Petersburg Break by Intourist

Explore St. Petersburg, the former capital of Imperial Russia with its magnificent palaces, parks, and monuments. Our engaging and most importantly fun tour includes all the most important highlights, such as Peter and Paul Fortress, the Hermitage Museum, and the Catherine Palace with the Amber Room.

Jewish Heritage Tour

This tours takes you to the major Jewish sights of St. Petersburg including the Grand Choral Synagogue, the Kolomna district and the Ethnography Museum which has an excellent exhibition dedicated to the history and culture of the Jewish people in Russia.

Jewish Heritage, Major City Highlights, Peterhof & Catherine Palace

This tour will take you to St. Petersburg’s great museums such as the Hermitage and the Catherine Palace, and it also includes several sights connected with the life of the Jewish community.

Major City Highlights

Let our friendly and knowledgeable guide take you on a fun and informative tour to St. Petersburg's major highlights including the Peter and Paul Fortress, Nevsky Prospect, the Hermitage, the Cathedral on the Spilt Blood and more over the course of one day.

All City Highlights

This tour is a great introduction to St. Petersburg - the Venice of the North. During the tour, you will visit the Yusupov Palace associated with the fate of Rasputin, St. Isaacs Cathedral, the Hermitage Museum and the Cathedral on the Spilt Blood.

Major City Highlights & Peterhof

On this tour, you will have the chance to explore the magnificent parks and fountains of Peterhof, the outstanding interiors of the Grand Palace at Peterhof, and the Hermitage Museum - one of the world's greatest museums.

Major City Highlights & Catherine Palace

This tour takes you to one of the world's most famous treasures - the Amber Room in Tsarskoe Selo. You will visit the Catherine Palace and Park, and explore the famous Hermitage Museum.

Three Imperial Residences

This tour takes you to three Imperial suburbs - each with its own palace and park and all associated with Russia's colorful history. See the fountains of Peterhof, the Amber Room in the Catherine Palace and Emperor Paul's German style residence in Pavlosk.

One-Day Moscow Tour with Visit to the Tretyakov Gallery

This tour brings you the main highlights of Moscow, Russia’s capital. You will also take an excursion to the Tretyakov Gallery which contains many masterpieces from the greatest Russian artists.

Revolution, WWII & Soviet Leningrad

Russia is well known for its rich history and especially the Russian Revolution that ushered in the age of communism and the Soviet Union. Our tour will take you to the places associated with the Soviet epoque.

One-Day Moscow Tour with Visit to the Kremlin

This one-day tour to Russia's capital includes major highlights of Moscow, such as Red Square, the Kremlin Cathedrals and Armory. Feel the energy that has always made Moscow one of the most exciting cities on earth.

St. Petersburg is considered the capital of Russian arts and cultural. During this tour, you will visit such gems as the Hermitage Museum, the Church on the Spilt Blood and the Peterhof Palace with its magnificent gardens and fountains.

This tour takes you to the town of Pushkin, also known as Tsarkoye Selo, one of St. Petersburg's main Imperial suburbs. You will visit the Catherine Palace and Park - home to one of the world's most exquisite pieces of architectural and decorative art, the Amber Room.

Major City Highlights, Peterhof & Catherine Palace

This tour explores St. Petersburg’s main attractions including the Hermitage Museum, the Church on the Spilt Blood and two of the city's Imperial suburbs - Peterhof with its magnificent fountains and Pushkin’s Catherine Palace, famous for the Amber Room.

All City Highlights, Peterhof & Catherine Palace

On this tour, you will explore the city's most beautiful museums, including the Hermitage and the Yusupov Palace, as well as two Imperial suburbs - Peterhof with its fountains and Pushkin with the Catherine Palace and the Amber Room.

This tour will give you a great understanding and feeling for the city of St. Petersburg, Russia's art and cultural capital. It takes you to the Hermitage, Catherine Palace (including the Amber Room), the Peter & Paul Fortress, St. Isaac's Cathedral and more.

All City Highlights and Three Imperial Summer Residences

Over the course of 3 days, you will visit three of St. Petersburg's Imperial suburbs - Peterhof, Pushkin with the Catherine Palace and Pavlosvk. We will also explore the city's most beautiful museums, such as the Hermitage, the Yusupov Palace, St.Isaac's Cathedral and more.

Jewish Heritage, Major City Highlights & Catherine Palace

This tour will acquaint you with the Hermitage Museum and the Catherine Palace with its world-famous Amber Room, while at the same time it explores the history and present-day life of St. Petersburg's Jewish Community.

Jewish Heritage, Major City Highlights & Peterhof

Besides exploring St. Petersburg's main sights such as the Hermitage, Cathedral on the Spilt Blood and the Imperial suburb of Peterhof with its magnificent fountains, this tour will also acquaint you with the history of St. Petersburg’s Jewish community.

City Tour of St. Petersburg with visit to St. Isaacs Cathedral

A great introduction to St. Petersburg for visitors who enjoy walking. Our expert guide will take you down the famous Nevsky Prospect, to Palace Square (the Winter Palace) home...

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City Tour of St. Petersburg

Our St. Petersburg walking tour is a great introduction to this marvelous city for visitors who enjoy walking. Our expert guide will take you down the famous Nevsky Prospect, to...

St. Isaacs Cathedral walking tour

One of the finest architectural monuments of the XIX century, the former principal cathedral of the Russian capital has the capacity to accommodate 10,000 people. The cathedral...

Hermitage Museum Tour

The Hermitage is one of the greatest museums in the world. The museum consists of five historical buildings including the Winter Palace – the residence of the Russian Tsars....

City Tour of St. Petersburg with visit to Peter and Paul Fortress

Peter and Paul Fortress walking tour

The Peter and Paul Fortress was founded by Peter the Great in 1703. Besides the ancient fortifications, the fortress includes the Peter and Paul Cathedral, built in the early XVIII...

Tour to Pavlovsk, Tsar Pauls stronghold

Built in the late XVIII and early XIX centuries, Pavlovsk’s palace and park was used as a summer residence for emperor Paul I and his family. The landscape park, one of the...

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Tour of Pushkin: Catherine Palace and Park, Amber Room

The Palace and Park of Tsarskoye Selo is a former country residence of the Russian Tsars. It is a fascinating monument of the world’s architectural and gardening arts of...

Day trip to Novgorod - the ancient capital of Russia

At 8.00 AM, our driver will pick you up to depart for Novgorod. Veliky Novgorod is one of Russia’s most ancient cities and was Russia’s first capital. No other Russian...

Alexander Nevsky Monastery walking tour

The largest monastery in Russia, Alexander Nevsky Lavra was built near the location where Grand Prince Alexander won his victory over the Swedes and the Teutonic Knights in 1240....

Cathedral of the Saviour on the Spilled Blood walking tour

St. Petersburg´s most Russian looking building. The cathedral would seem at home on Moscow´s Red Square with its onion shaped domes and multi colored facade. The cathedral...

Yusupov Palace Tour

This is an extremely interesting palace excursion and St. Petersburg tour. The building is notable both for its beauty and for the historical events that have taken place within...

Russian Museum Tour

The Michailovsky Palace where the Russian Museum is situated was built by the architect K. Rossi at the beginning of the XIX century for Alexander I´s brother Michail. It...

Tour to Pushkin & Pavlovsk

Pavlosk was built in the late XVIII and early XIX centuries, the palace and park were used as a summer residence for emperor Paul I and his family. The landscape park, one of the...

Tour to Peterhof (Petrodvorets)

Peterhof is a jewel of Russian art – a town of parks, palaces and fountains. In the past, it was used as an exquisite summer residence by the Russian Tsars. Verkhniy Garden...

City Tour of St. Petersburg with visit to Peter & Paul Fortress and St. Isaac's Cathedral

The tour will take the visitor throughout the historical center of St. Petersburg and includes spectacular views of the Neva River, Canal Griboyedova, Moika Canal, the many bridges...

Dostoyevsky's St. Petersburg Tour with transport

Fyodor Dostoevsky, the famous Russian novelist, journalist and short-story writer spent much of his life in Russia’s Northern Capital, even though he was born in Moscow....

Boat Excursion Along the Canals of St. Petersburg

St. Petersburg is a city of canals and viewing it from the water is an unforgettable experience. During your one hour trip, you will sail from Pevchesky bridge along the Moika...

City Tour of St. Petersburg with visit to the Hermitage Museum with transport

The tour will take the visitor throughout the historical center of St. Petersburg and includes spectacular views of the Neva river, Canal Griboyedova, Moika canal, the many bridges...

Military Tour: the Artillery Museum and the Central Naval Museum with transport

This excursion will be exciting for those who are interested in the military history of Russia. The tour includes a visit to the Artillery Museum and the Central Naval Museum....

Dostoevsky Museum walking tour

Learn more about the life and times of Dostoevsky on this most engaging excursion. Fyodor Mikhailovich Dostoyevsky's literary works explore human psychology in the troubled political,...

The National Museum of Alexander Pushkin Tour

Learn more about the father of Russian literature, Alexander Pushkin with a visit to his house located on the Moika River Embankment. During your visit you will learn about Pushkin's...

Revolutionary St. Petersburg Tour with transport

St. Petersburg is often called the cradle of the Russian Revolution. If you want to know more about the political history of Russia, or just walk the paths of the revolutionary...

WWII and the Siege of Leningrad Tour with transport

The city suffered on an almost unimaginable scale during the time of WWII. The bravery and courage of the citizens of Leningrad, as the city was called during that period, is well-known...

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I am very glad to put in a good word for your excellent tour company. You handled all the tour arrangements so well. Compliments also to Dasha the tour guide & Dmitri the driver. The tours to the museums, city & palaces were really well explained and interesting. We were so happy not to stand in the long lines. Our driver drove efficiently and safely. We will have only compliments if anyone asks us about your tour company. Russia is beautiful and we have a great appreciation of your history, art and people.

St. Petersburg Russia Tours

St. Petersburg is one of the world’s most beautiful cities. It was built on a collection of islands where the Neva River meets the Gulf of Finland and is divided further by a system of canals earning the city the name the Venice of the North. St. Petersburg was referred to as Peter the Great’s Window to the West because the great Tsar and reformer Peter the First designed the city to be Russia’s most European. The European feeling of the city is as true today as it was during the early 1700s. The embankments and boulevards are full of 18th and 19th century palaces of the nobility giving St. Petersburg an almost fairytale atmosphere. The historical city center is huge and dominated by the Winter Palace (former residence of the Tsars) which now houses the world famous Hermitage Museum . St. Petersburg Russia indeed is one of the most romantic and beautiful cities on earth. Our company is based in St. Petersburg, Russia allowing us to offer the widest variety of St. Petersburg Russia tours and excursions available on the Internet. All of our tours are designed so that our guests experience maximum enjoyment and become immersed in the culture and history of this great, Russian city. All our tours are private and can be fully customized upon your request. You can either choose one of our ready-made packages or create your own. Because we are locally based, we can offer excellent prices and the most knowledgeable guides in the city.

St. Petersburg – a Historical Gem

The city has witnessed some of the most dramatic and important moments in Russian history since its founding in 1703 by Peter the Great , making the city especially important for curious travelers coming to Russia. St. Petersburg was the scene of the Decembrist uprising , the famous court of Tsarina Catherine the Great , the assassination of Tsar Pavel and Alexander II and the home of Rasputin , the Siberian mystic. The last Tsar, Nicholas the II, was overthrown at the Winter Palace and the 1917 Bolshevik Revolution and Lenin brought communism to power here. After the revolution, the name of the city was changed to Leningrad. During the Second World War, Leningrad was under siege and fully blockaded by the Nazis for almost 3 years, resulting in the deaths of up to 1.5 million of its citizens. Our St. Petersburg tours take you to the places associated with many of these events and more.

Frequently Asked Questions From Our Travelers

What is the best time of year to go to st petersburg.

St Petersburg is a spectacular city regardless of the time of year, it all depends on your itinerary. Summertime can be wonderfully warm and brings the White Nights, nearly 24-hours of sunshine and a party atmosphere. However, St Petersburg will be very busy and accommodation can be much more expensive. St Petersburg is quite cold in winter, but enchantingly beautiful and with less crowds. The worst weather takes place in November and March. Check to see if your visit will coincide with Russia’s holidays and festivals, and for more information about the best time to visit, read our guide .

How many days are enough in St. Petersburg?

With a carefully planned and researched itinerary you can see St Petersburg’s main sights over a long weekend. St Petersburg’s city centre is compact compared to Moscow’s, and its most famous attractions are reachable by foot from one another. Find centrally located accommodation, acquaint yourself with public transport, and book tickets in advance so that you can skip the queues. To make the most of a short trip, check out our informative St Petersburg city tours with options to suit all interests.

Is it safe to walk around St Petersburg, Russia?

Walking around St Petersburg is no more dangerous than exploring any European city if you are sensible with your belongings and use common sense. The city centre rarely feels isolated as it is quite compact, and many bars and restaurants are open 24/7. During White Nights there are nearly 24 hours of sunlight, meaning that you’ll never venture anywhere in the dark. If you travel by taxi make sure to book in advance, or take public transport, which is perfectly safe and tourist-friendly. For more information, read our guide about staying safe in Russia .

Do they speak English in St. Petersburg?

St Petersburg is Russia’s most western-leaning city and staff in city centre restaurants, hotels, shops and attractions can generally accommodate English speaking tourists. There are also English-speaking tourist police. The metro and bus service maps have English translations, and intercom announcements are also made in English. If you’d prefer to travel by taxi, the Yandex Taxi app (Russian Uber) works in multiple languages, although it’s unlikely that your taxi driver will speak English. Younger Russians are more likely to speak basic English than older Russians, but Google Translate is useful if you get completely stuck.

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