Transliteration & pronunciation
Please note!
The following transliteration and pronunciation is given for the classical Latin alphabet and does not match with the rules of orthography and pronunciation of English.
Therefore do not pronounce Russian words how to you like represent sounds in English.
For example:
The Latin letter U should not be pronounced as the English word you.
U =YOU = OO
If you doubt the correct pronunciation, click on the live audio link in Russian
(Link to sound )
The following transliteration and pronunciation is given for the classical Latin alphabet and does not match with the rules of orthography and pronunciation of English.
Therefore do not pronounce Russian words how to you like represent sounds in English.
For example:
The Latin letter U should not be pronounced as the English word you.
U =
If you doubt the correct pronunciation, click on the live audio link in Russian
(Link to sound )
Bronze Horseman
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Do not spend time searching for a place to take iconic photos. We show you only top spots and specify absolutely exact coordinates! This is all the more useful for you, because this does not always match with the exact location of the sights itself!
When? Anytime!
However, for high-quality images at night, it is better to use a tripod.
We recommend!
You are in the heart of the city. Here you will see almost all the famous tourist sights of St Petersburg.
Just a few steps away is one of the main tourist attraction and if you want to see the raised Palace Bridge, we especially recommend the so-called "White Nights Time" - approximately from the end of May to the middle of July.
The best time for romantic walks and photos during this period is early morning.
In the pre-dawn (about 4 - 4:30AM), the city looks particularly magical!
Do not spend time searching for a place to take iconic photos. We show you only top spots and specify absolutely exact coordinates! This is all the more useful for you, because this does not always match with the exact location of the sights itself!
When? Anytime!
However, for high-quality images at night, it is better to use a tripod.
We recommend!
You are in the heart of the city. Here you will see almost all the famous tourist sights of St Petersburg.
Just a few steps away is one of the main tourist attraction and if you want to see the raised Palace Bridge, we especially recommend the so-called "White Nights Time" - approximately from the end of May to the middle of July.
The best time for romantic walks and photos during this period is early morning.
In the pre-dawn (about 4 - 4:30AM), the city looks particularly magical!
GOOD TIP!
✔ Take a boat tour! You can choose a tour directly on one of the piers. However, remember! Licensed carriers never accept cash in dollars (euro). Do not accept random offers! Buy any tickets for Russian rubles or by card (any currency) at the ticket offices only!
Also you can book a tour online. For foreigners there are special tours in English, but they are always more expensive than for locals. If an English-speaking (or even any) guide is not necessary for you, you can save money and buy a cheap tour only in Russian* or with audiogide in English
⚪ Evening tour on musical boat
⚪ Night tour (drawbridges) on musical boat
⚪ Small rivers and channels
* - Unfortunately, the booking form for tours in Russian via Kassir.ru Agency →(links for big screens and mobile devices) and via Sputnik Agency (small rivers tour) will be available only in Russian. Read the tour description with the help of any online translator, e.g. Google Translator and see slides of how to do it right by clicking links with agency name.
✔ Take a boat tour! You can choose a tour directly on one of the piers. However, remember! Licensed carriers never accept cash in dollars (euro). Do not accept random offers! Buy any tickets for Russian rubles or by card (any currency) at the ticket offices only!
Also you can book a tour online. For foreigners there are special tours in English, but they are always more expensive than for locals. If an English-speaking (or even any) guide is not necessary for you, you can save money and buy a cheap tour only in Russian* or with audiogide in English
⚪ Evening tour on musical boat
⚪ Night tour (drawbridges) on musical boat
⚪ Small rivers and channels
* - Unfortunately, the booking form for tours in Russian via Kassir.ru Agency →(links for big screens and mobile devices) and via Sputnik Agency (small rivers tour) will be available only in Russian. Read the tour description with the help of any online translator, e.g. Google Translator and see slides of how to do it right by clicking links with agency name.
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We do everything to you get the most pleasure from travel to St Petersburg and not overpay! We know everything about our town and are ready to share our little and big secrets! More about us
We collected the best places in St Petersburg for your photo album.
Open the map and detailed manual to see which iconic pictures you can get.
You can follow our list or choose what you like and plan own route!
However, if you want to get exclusive impressions from a trip to St Petersburg, then we are pleased to present you the best personal excursions. Please read our warning before any booking! Welcome!
We collected the best places in St Petersburg for your photo album.
Open the map and detailed manual to see which iconic pictures you can get.
You can follow our list or choose what you like and plan own route!
However, if you want to get exclusive impressions from a trip to St Petersburg, then we are pleased to present you the best personal excursions. Please read our warning before any booking! Welcome!
How to book tickets correctly
HOW TO BOOK TICKETS VIA KASSIR.RU AGENCY
Why this company? Kassir.ru is the largest, well-known and reliable Russian company selling tickets for various events.
Unfortunately, tickets booking form is available only in Russian. But, this is not a problem - we will help you!
First, read the event description. Translate the page into English or another language directly in the browser or using Google Translator - copy and paste the link into field 'RUSSIAN'.
If everything suits you, return to the original page and proceed with purchasing tickets.
Pay attention! You will not be able to complete the booking via translated page! For correct reservation use only the original site in Russian.
Use our detailed instructions for
desktop screens and for mobile devices
Why this company? Kassir.ru is the largest, well-known and reliable Russian company selling tickets for various events.
Unfortunately, tickets booking form is available only in Russian. But, this is not a problem - we will help you!
First, read the event description. Translate the page into English or another language directly in the browser or using Google Translator - copy and paste the link into field 'RUSSIAN'.
If everything suits you, return to the original page and proceed with purchasing tickets.
Pay attention! You will not be able to complete the booking via translated page! For correct reservation use only the original site in Russian.
Use our detailed instructions for
desktop screens and for mobile devices
Best spot to view and photograph of
equestrian statue of Peter the Great
(Bronze Horseman)
Where was a Picture taken?
equestrian statue of Peter the Great
(Bronze Horseman)
Where was a Picture taken?
Exact Location GPS -
59°56'11.1"N 30°18'06.6"E
59.936406, 30.301820
Exact city address -
Senate Square, 1
(Bronze Horseman)
Full tourist guide map
In Russian -
Сенатская площадь, 1
(Медный всадник)
In Latin letters - Rules of pronunciation
SENATSKAYA PLOSHCHAD`,
ADIN
(MYEDNY FSADNIK)
Live sound in Russian
59°56'11.1"N 30°18'06.6"E
59.936406, 30.301820
Exact city address -
Senate Square, 1
(Bronze Horseman)
Full tourist guide map
In Russian -
Сенатская площадь, 1
(Медный всадник)
In Latin letters - Rules of pronunciation
SENATSKAYA PLOSHCHAD`,
ADIN
(MYEDNY FSADNIK)
Live sound in Russian
How to get to the Bronze Horseman
on the metro
by bus
by taxi
If you are walking in the afternoon / morning / evening (not at night), then metro is the best way!
This is the heart of the city. Here you will see almost all the famous tourist attractions of St Petersburg: the main avenue and the main square of the city - Nevsky Prospekt and Palace Square, Palace Bridge, Hermitage, St Isaac`s Cathedral and much more!
Well, a taxi is almost the only way to get around the city at night. Don`t worry - it's easy and inexpensive. Click on the tab `taxi` to learn more.
This is the heart of the city. Here you will see almost all the famous tourist attractions of St Petersburg: the main avenue and the main square of the city - Nevsky Prospekt and Palace Square, Palace Bridge, Hermitage, St Isaac`s Cathedral and much more!
Well, a taxi is almost the only way to get around the city at night. Don`t worry - it's easy and inexpensive. Click on the tab `taxi` to learn more.
Admiralteyskaya
Адмиралтейская
Адмиралтейская
Nevskiy prospekt
Невский проспект
Невский проспект
Gostiny dvor
Гостиный двор
Гостиный двор
Please note! Entrance to the metro stations in St Petersburg is open about from 05:40 till ..
a) about 00:30 - for stations in city center
b) till midnight - for stations in other parts of the city
Change of lines is possible only until 00:15
Official website of Subway is here
To get more information about public transport of St Petersburg click here
a) about 00:30 - for stations in city center
b) till midnight - for stations in other parts of the city
Change of lines is possible only until 00:15
Official website of Subway is here
To get more information about public transport of St Petersburg click here
Ground transportation is suitable in the afternoon / morning / evening (not at night) for short distances and when there are no metro stations nearby, except for suburban and intercity buses.
Traffic in St Petersburg can be very dense, so if possible, we recommend that you use the metro for travel through city.
You can use any bus stop near Palace Square or St Isaac`s Cathedral
As a trip planner we recommend using Google services. Here's your destination
If you have any questions, get Google Maps Help
Need a taxicab? Don't worry - it's easy and inexpensive. Click on the tab 'taxi' to learn more.
Traffic in St Petersburg can be very dense, so if possible, we recommend that you use the metro for travel through city.
You can use any bus stop near Palace Square or St Isaac`s Cathedral
As a trip planner we recommend using Google services. Here's your destination
If you have any questions, get Google Maps Help
Need a taxicab? Don't worry - it's easy and inexpensive. Click on the tab 'taxi' to learn more.
Please note! Public land (ground) transport in St Petersburg works about from 6 AM till midnight. To find out the schedule and direction, we recommend using the route planner on Google maps - click the bus stop icon.
To get more information about public transport in St Petersburg click here
To get more information about public transport in St Petersburg click here
What you need to know about taxis in Russia and how to call a taxi without knowing Russian
1) You can learn Russian
2) You can learn this manual
3) Or just book an inexpensive private transfer
1) You can learn Russian
2) You can learn this manual
3) Or just book an inexpensive private transfer
You need the address Senate Square, 1
In Russian - Сенатская площадь, 1
Russian pronunciation - SENATSKAYA PLOSHCHAD`, ADIN
Live sound is here
Detailed instruction how to make the order correctly look here
It should be remembered that traffic in St Petersburg can be very dense, so if possible, we recommend that you use the metro for travel through city.
Taxi is the best way to travel at night or when public transport is not available. If you follow the safety rules and our recommendations, it will be easy and inexpensive.
In Russian - Сенатская площадь, 1
Russian pronunciation - SENATSKAYA PLOSHCHAD`, ADIN
Live sound is here
Detailed instruction how to make the order correctly look here
It should be remembered that traffic in St Petersburg can be very dense, so if possible, we recommend that you use the metro for travel through city.
Taxi is the best way to travel at night or when public transport is not available. If you follow the safety rules and our recommendations, it will be easy and inexpensive.
we recommend
choose your own
we recommend
choose your own
Taxis in Saint Petersburg
the most common companies
The largest aggregator of licensed taxi companies in Russia
Payment methods / Order by (via)
CASH -
website - yes | app - NO | phone - yes
CARD -
website - NO | app - yes | phone - NO
Call: phone - (+7812) 366 6666
via website | via apps - Android or iOS
Payment methods / Order by (via)
CASH -
website - yes | app - NO | phone - yes
CARD -
website - NO | app - yes | phone - NO
Call: phone - (+7812) 366 6666
via website | via apps - Android or iOS
The biggest and popular taxi service in St Petersburg
Payment methods / Order by (via)
CASH -
website - yes | app - yes | phone - yes
CARD -
website - yes | app - yes | phone - yes
Call: phone (+7812) 33 000 02 or 333 0000
via website | via apps - Android or iOS
Payment methods / Order by (via)
CASH -
website - yes | app - yes | phone - yes
CARD -
website - yes | app - yes | phone - yes
Call: phone (+7812) 33 000 02 or 333 0000
via website | via apps - Android or iOS
The second most popular taxi in St Petersburg
Payment methods / Order by (via)
CASH -
website - yes | app - no | phone - yes
CARD -
website - yes | app - no | phone - yes
Call: phone (+7812) 324 7777 or 068
via website | via app - Android or iOS
Payment methods / Order by (via)
CASH -
website - yes | app - no | phone - yes
CARD -
website - yes | app - no | phone - yes
Call: phone (+7812) 324 7777 or 068
via website | via app - Android or iOS
Our choice
Private transfer | or by Taxi
KiwiTaxi transfer is a transportation service that is somewhat more expensive than a taxi. The advantages of a private transfer are - no problems with language, price is known in advance, driver will be waiting for you in the right place at the right time, holding a sign with your name.
You can order a transfer with any service level - e.g. transfer for the family with children, economy minivan for a tourist group or a luxury transfer. The transfer cost is fixed at the time of pre-order and never rises - either when the driver is waiting for the passenger, when the stop is necessary, or because of traffic jams.
Have questions? FAQ
Fill out the form. By default, Central District of Saint Petersburg (here is the Bronze Horseman) is listed as the point of destination. Replace the data in the form, if necessary. Specify address of your location / your hotel name. If the booking system cannot find your exact address, then first specify in the form the name of the District of St Petersburg as the point of departure or arrival (how to find out the name of the district) and next enter the exact address of departure / arrival in the next step of booking.
Click here to see prices for all most popular transfer routes in St Petersburg.
You can order a transfer with any service level - e.g. transfer for the family with children, economy minivan for a tourist group or a luxury transfer. The transfer cost is fixed at the time of pre-order and never rises - either when the driver is waiting for the passenger, when the stop is necessary, or because of traffic jams.
Have questions? FAQ
Fill out the form. By default, Central District of Saint Petersburg (here is the Bronze Horseman) is listed as the point of destination. Replace the data in the form, if necessary. Specify address of your location / your hotel name. If the booking system cannot find your exact address, then first specify in the form the name of the District of St Petersburg as the point of departure or arrival (how to find out the name of the district) and next enter the exact address of departure / arrival in the next step of booking.
Click here to see prices for all most popular transfer routes in St Petersburg.
Our choice
by Taxi | or Private transfer
1. Yandex Taxi
Yandex Taxi Note - this is not a carrier, but the largest aggregator of licensed taxi companies in Russia. The service is available in all major cities. Yandex Taxi owns Uber Russia subdivision. Cars can reach you very quickly.
To order a taxi in St Petersburg, call (+7812) 366 6666 or fill out the online form on the website (attraction address is listed as destination) and also on mobile apps Google Play or iOS
The total cost of the trip is fixed and will be calculated immediately, based on the data you provide.
To correctly fill out the forms or order by phone / on the street, use our instructions, both general (above) and for 'Taxovichkof' company (below) - they are similar.
To order a taxi in St Petersburg, call (+7812) 366 6666 or fill out the online form on the website (attraction address is listed as destination) and also on mobile apps Google Play or iOS
The total cost of the trip is fixed and will be calculated immediately, based on the data you provide.
To correctly fill out the forms or order by phone / on the street, use our instructions, both general (above) and for 'Taxovichkof' company (below) - they are similar.
2. Taxovichkof
Taxovichkof is the biggest and popular taxi service in St Petersburg. Taxovichkof taxis are located throughout the city. This allows timely responses which will exceed your expectations. Cars can reach you within 5 minutes across St. Petersburg
To order an inexpensive taxi in St Petersburg, call (+7812) 33 000 02 or 333 0000 or fill out the online form on the website or on mobile apps. The total cost of the trip is fixed and will be calculated immediately, based on the data you provide. Online order up to 30% cheaper
To learn more, calculate cost of the trip and order a taxi, you can download the mobile app on App Store or Google Play, or go to the website
To order an inexpensive taxi in St Petersburg, call (+7812) 33 000 02 or 333 0000 or fill out the online form on the website or on mobile apps. The total cost of the trip is fixed and will be calculated immediately, based on the data you provide. Online order up to 30% cheaper
To learn more, calculate cost of the trip and order a taxi, you can download the mobile app on App Store or Google Play, or go to the website
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BEWARE OF SCAMS! - detailed manual
Correct installing mobile app - detailed manual
Order a taxi via Mobile App - detailed manual
Call a taxi via Website - detailed manual
BEWARE OF SCAMS! - detailed manual
Correct installing mobile app - detailed manual
Order a taxi via Mobile App - detailed manual
Call a taxi via Website - detailed manual
How to make an order correctly
by phone
Taxovichkof has English-speaking staff. However, if you have difficulties with the translation, several phrases in Russian will help you. Therefore, this method will be useful for you to order a taxi anywhere, even just on the street!
Note - Russian pronunciation
Say to operator or driver:
Taxi TO - MNE NUZHNA TAXI DA ADRESA + your adress
(live sound)
Senate Square, 1 - SENATSKAYA PLOSHCHAD`, ADIN
(live sound)
Taxi FROM - MNE NUZHNA TAXI AT ADRESA+ your adress
(live sound)
Small dictionary
Today / Now - SEVODNYA / SEYCHAS
(live sound)
How much it this? - SKOLKA ETA STOIT ?
(live sound)
Do you accept credit cards? - VY PRINIMAYETE KARTOCHKI ?
(live sound)
I will pay - in cash / by credit card - YA ZAPLACHU - NALICHNYMI / KARTOY
(live sound)
Yes / No - DA / NET
(live sound)
Ok! / Good! - KHARASHO!
(live sound)
Stop here! - ASTANAVITE ZDYES`
(live sound)
Thank you - SPASIBA
(live sound)
Note - Russian pronunciation
Say to operator or driver:
Taxi TO - MNE NUZHNA TAXI DA ADRESA + your adress
(live sound)
Senate Square, 1 - SENATSKAYA PLOSHCHAD`, ADIN
(live sound)
Taxi FROM - MNE NUZHNA TAXI AT ADRESA+ your adress
(live sound)
Small dictionary
Today / Now - SEVODNYA / SEYCHAS
(live sound)
How much it this? - SKOLKA ETA STOIT ?
(live sound)
Do you accept credit cards? - VY PRINIMAYETE KARTOCHKI ?
(live sound)
I will pay - in cash / by credit card - YA ZAPLACHU - NALICHNYMI / KARTOY
(live sound)
Yes / No - DA / NET
(live sound)
Ok! / Good! - KHARASHO!
(live sound)
Stop here! - ASTANAVITE ZDYES`
(live sound)
Thank you - SPASIBA
(live sound)
via website
1) Open Taxovichkof website
2) Open the page with the instructions for ordering a taxi
3) Enter in the field of departure or arrival point - ('Adress or feature' - manually or copy and paste) -
pl. Senatskaya
Enter in the field 'building' number 1
4) Follow the next instructions
2) Open the page with the instructions for ordering a taxi
3) Enter in the field of departure or arrival point - ('Adress or feature' - manually or copy and paste) -
pl. Senatskaya
Enter in the field 'building' number 1
4) Follow the next instructions
via app
1) Download the application from Google Play or App Store
For the correct installation of the application and change language, follow these instructions
2) Open the page with the instructions for ordering a taxi
3) Enter in the field of departure or arrival point - ('Adress or feature' - manually or copy and paste) -
pl. Senatskaya
Enter in the field 'building' number 1
4) Follow the next instructions
For the correct installation of the application and change language, follow these instructions
2) Open the page with the instructions for ordering a taxi
3) Enter in the field of departure or arrival point - ('Adress or feature' - manually or copy and paste) -
pl. Senatskaya
Enter in the field 'building' number 1
4) Follow the next instructions
on the street
Do you need a taxi urgently and you see a car right in front of you on the street?
Excellent! Because the Russian language is your thing!
Click here and you will have the same Russian pronunciation similar as Mr. Putin`s
But! Let it be a branded car and agree on a price in advance. Remember our warnings!
Say to driver:
Note - Russian pronunciation
Taxi TO - MNE NUZHNA TAXI DA ADRESA + your adress
(live sound)
Senate Square, 1 - SENATSKAYA PLOSHCHAD`, ADIN
(live sound)
Small dictionary
How much it this? - SKOLKA ETA STOIT ?
(live sound)
Do you accept credit cards? - VY PRINIMAYETE KARTOCHKI ?
(live sound)
I will pay - in cash / by credit card - YA ZAPLACHU - NALICHNYMI / KARTOY
(live sound)
Yes / No - DA / NET
(live sound)
Ok! / Good! - KHARASHO!
(live sound)
Stop here! - ASTANAVITE ZDYES`
(live sound)
Thank you - SPASIBA
(live sound)
Excellent! Because the Russian language is your thing!
Click here and you will have the same Russian pronunciation similar as Mr. Putin`s
But! Let it be a branded car and agree on a price in advance. Remember our warnings!
Say to driver:
Note - Russian pronunciation
Taxi TO - MNE NUZHNA TAXI DA ADRESA + your adress
(live sound)
Senate Square, 1 - SENATSKAYA PLOSHCHAD`, ADIN
(live sound)
Small dictionary
How much it this? - SKOLKA ETA STOIT ?
(live sound)
Do you accept credit cards? - VY PRINIMAYETE KARTOCHKI ?
(live sound)
I will pay - in cash / by credit card - YA ZAPLACHU - NALICHNYMI / KARTOY
(live sound)
Yes / No - DA / NET
(live sound)
Ok! / Good! - KHARASHO!
(live sound)
Stop here! - ASTANAVITE ZDYES`
(live sound)
Thank you - SPASIBA
(live sound)
E-Visa for St. Petersburg
From October 1, 2019 entry to Russia and stay up to 8 days in St Petersburg and suburbs can be made on the basis of free electronic visas via the checkpoints located in the region of St Petersburg and Leningrad region.
To find out the complete rules and apply online, click on the button
To find out the complete rules and apply online, click on the button
Questions? Answers are here!
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