Despite all that history has thrown at it, St Petersburg still feels every bit the imperial capital? a dazzling metropolis whose sheer grandeur never fails to amaze.
Inspirational images, 3D illustrations, city walks and recommendations from our expert authors.Planning features and top itineraries to help you plan the perfect trip.Local secrets and hidden travel gems that will make your trip unique.PLUS History of the Hermitage, in depth background on architectural styles, arts & literature, and a guide to cruises and guided tours.
Coverage includes: Plan Your Trip, Historic Heart, Sennaya & Kolomna, Smolny & Vosstaniya, Petrograd & Vyborg Sides, Vasilyevsky Island, Understand St Petersburg and Survival Guide.

Despite all that history has thrown at it, St Petersburg still feels every bit an imperial capital, a city largely frozen in time342 canal and river bridges, 120 rooms of art treasures at the Hermitage, 45 bars, pubs and clubs reviewed, 28 palaces and castles, four new galleries and arts spaces Comprehensive map section Feature coverage of top sights Range of planning tools In-depth background on St Petersburg's art and music history Coverage includes: Planning chapters, Historic Heart, Smolny & Vosstaniya, Sennaya & Kolomna, Vasilyevsky Island, Petrograd & Vyborg Sides, Understand & Survive chapters