Vasileostrovsky District
St. Petersburg
Visit Vasileostrovsky District
Popular places to visit
Strelka
Visit Vasilievsky Island for an interesting mix of St. Petersburg’s past and present in one convenient location by the water.
Erarta Museum and Galleries of Contemporary Art
See monumental installations and exclusive Russian art in the biggest contemporary museum in Russia.
Kunstkamera
This museum houses fine examples of Russian art, as well as a vast number of interesting objects from around the globe.
Palace Bridge
Watch the raising of one of St. Petersburg’s most well-known bridges, an event that brings out the party spirit in locals and visitors alike.
Rostral Columns
You can find out about the history of St. Petersburg with a visit to Rostral Columns. Experience the area's fascinating museums and entertainment choices.
State Hermitage Museum
Immerse yourself in a collection of prehistoric artifacts, Middle Eastern jewelry and European art that spans 6,000 years in one of the world’s oldest museums.
Other neighbourhoods around Vasileostrovsky District
Morskoy
While Morskoy might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Museum Erarta and Petrolesport Terminal.
Dekabristov Island
While you're in Dekabristov Island, take in top sights like Metro Museum and jump on the metro at Primorskaya Station to see more of the city.
Petrogradskaya District
Petrogradskaya District is well-liked for its museums and architecture. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Kirov Apartment Museum and Planetarium 1 are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Chkalovskaya Station or Petrogradskaya Station to get around.
Admiralteyskiy
Spend some time visiting places like St. Nicholas' Naval Cathedral while getting to know Admiralteyskiy, and be sure to check out the cozy coffeehouses. You can hop aboard the metro at Frunzenskaya Station or Tekhnologichesky Institut Station to see more of the area.
Palace District
While you're in Palace District, take in top sights like Cigar Museum and jump on the metro at Nevsky Prospekt Station to see more of the city.
St. Petersburg City Centre
Interesting museums, cozy cafes and churches are just a few top things to explore in St. Petersburg City Centre. A visit to Alexandrinsky Theatre or Architect Rossi Street might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Gostiny Dvor Station or Dostoyevskaya Station to get around town.
