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    Palaces of the Leningrad Region

     Palaces of the Leningrad Region
    Starts from

    Saint Petersburg

    Transportation

    By Car

    Guidance

    Self-Guided

    Activities

    7

    Duration

    10 hrs 35 min

    Length

    29 mi

    Guide details

    Starts from

    Saint Petersburg

    Transportation

    By Car

    Guidance

    Self-Guided

    Duration

    10 hrs 35 min

    Length

    29 mi

    • History and Culture
    • One Day Getaway
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    Margarita Glumova

    Margarita Glumova

    Traveller

    • Grand Catherine Palace.
    • Alexander Palace.
    • Grand Gatchina Palace.
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    If you are interested in history and how the rulers of the Russian Empire used to live, then this trip will definitely please you!
    In one day we will visit three most beautiful palaces of the Leningrad region, get acquainted with their history and expositions.
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    • History and Culture
    • One Day Getaway
    If you are interested in history and how the rulers of the Russian Empire used to live, then this trip will definitely please you!
    In one day we will visit three most beautiful palaces of the Leningrad region, get acquainted with their history and expositions.
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    Margarita Glumova

    Margarita Glumova

    Traveller

    • Grand Catherine Palace.
    • Alexander Palace.
    • Grand Gatchina Palace.
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    Day Itinerary

    7 Activities
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    Day 1

    29 mi

    Palaces in Gatchina and Pushkin

    We will take an interesting route through the historic palaces - Ekaterininsky, Aleksandrovsky and Gatchina, get acquainted with their history and expositions, as well as walk through the Chinese village and amazing parks.
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    09:5045 min

    Китайская деревня

    On the territory of the city of Pushkin is a small Chinese village, construction of which began under Catherine the Great. The village has been reconstructed many times, and now it is a residential complex. Let's immerse ourselves in the atmosphere of this village, walk around, see the buildings and take interesting photos.
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    2.2 mi
    10 min
    10:4545 min

    Catherine Park (Екатерининский парк)

    Catherine Park is an ideal place for walking and rest.
    Picturesque nature, beautiful garden, blossoming alleys, clear water body, marble statues and historical buildings - this and many other things we will see after a walk in the park.
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    0.1 mi
    5 min
    11:351 hr 30 min

    The Catherine Palace (Екатерининский дворец)

    We will visit the palace, which was the summer residence of Empresses Catherine I, Elizabeth and Catherine II. Here we will get acquainted with the history of the palace, life of great empresses, learn some secrets of the place and visit the famous Amber Room.
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    0.6 mi
    5 min
    13:101 hr

    Alexander Palace (Александровский дворец)

    The Alexander Palace is smaller than Catherine's, but no less attractive. It fascinates with its simplicity and a certain sophistication. Let's visit the palace, see the interior decoration and the park area.
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    5 mi
    15 min
    14:251 hr 30 min

    БИП

    After a fascinating walk through the palaces in Pushkin we will visit the gastronomic castle, where we can have lunch and rest. Restaurant Beep is a refined place with luxurious interior and delicious Russian cuisine.
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    19.7 mi
    50 min
    16:352 hrs

    Gatchina Palace (Гатчинский дворец)

    We will visit a unique palace in Gatchina, which was built for Catherine the Great's favourite and then handed over to other emperors. The palace is breathtaking in its massiveness, its impressive appearance reminiscent of a medieval English castle. On a guided tour, we will learn about the history of the building, the life of its owners, enjoy the imperial interior and visit the observation deck with beautiful views of Gatchina.
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    1.8 mi
    10 min
    19:001 hr 30 min

    ТОКИО-CITY

    And we finished our day in the Tokio-City restaurant. The cozy atmosphere of this place allows you to relax after a busy day and taste delicious and nourishing dishes.
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