Do You Need to Bring Cash to Russia? Most places in St Petersburg accept credit cards. Contactless terminals are common. However, I would suggest taking some cash with you just in case you have any trouble using your credit cards. You may want to tell your bank about your travel plans to Russia. Otherwise, transactions from …
Where is the Hermitage Museum? The State Hermitage is located in the center of St Petersburg, Russia. The main buildings of the Hermitage Museum are around the Dvortsovaya Square (Дворцовая площадь) which translates from Russian as the Palace Square, at the beginning of the Nevsky Avenue and along the banks of the Neva River. The …
The Hermitage is the number one attraction in St Petersburg. No wonder getting into the Hermitage can be a stressful experience during the high season. Here is the detailed instruction on how to visit the Hermitage in St Petersburg, Russia stress-free. Know your options as to buying tickets and avoid losing time in queues. I …
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Winter in St Petersburg It can snow between early November and early April in St Petersburg. However, it is possible to see flakes even in early May. Snow will stay on the ground between December and March. On average there are 17 snowfall days in the months of December to February in Saint Petersburg. Fresh …
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I would say, stay a minimum of 3 days in Saint Petersburg. Cultural visits and entertainment options are so abundant here. Saint Petersburg is a big city. Leave yourself time to move around and to visit the main landmarks stress-free. For a more relaxed stay, stay in Saint Petersburg for 4 or 5 days. You will have time …
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Do I need a Visa to Go to Russia? *** THIS IS FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ONLY. ALWAYS CHECK THE MOST RECENT GOVERNMENT RULES. It depends on your nationality. As of 2020, citizens of the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and other countries need a visa to go to Russia. The tourist visa process …
I love to bring home original and authentic souvenirs from my travels. It is important for them to be practical where possible and high-quality too. Here is a list of original gift ideas from Saint-Petersburg for you. I tried to step away from traditional Matreshkas but still left some favorite tacky items on the list. …
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Quite easy, but here is what you need to know.
A good down coat with a hood. I would say, the hood is compulsory to protect you from snow, rain and wind.