The city of St. Petersburg has about 260 palaces. One of the most famous that I suggest that you visit is the Yusupov Palace, home of an important aristocratic family in imperial Russia. It is a beautiful, luxurious palace but not as overwhelming as the Hermitage. Its exterior is modest but hides an interior full of elegance. In addition, the palace is well known for being the scene of Rasputin's Read More
St. Petersburg’s Public transport: the Podorozhnik card
The best way to get around St. Petersburg is by public transport, either by metro or by bus. In this article I will tell you about the transport tickets that are worth buying to move around the city in public transport. Updated on January 22, 2020. Published on May 30, 2017 1. Public transport in St. Petersburg In St. Petersburg you can use the public transport and go to places by metro, bus, Read More
St. Basil’s Cathedral in Moscow. Visits, tickets and schedules
St. Basil's Cathedral in Moscow, located in Red Square, is definitely a must-go visit in the Russian capital. The entrance costs 700 rubles (it’s free for children up to 16 years old). In this article I tell you what to see in St. Basil's Cathedral in Moscow and how to organize your visit (tickets, schedules, duration and guided tours). Updated on January 20, 2020 (written on July 14, 2016) 1. Read More
How to obtain a Russian Visa in an easy and cost-effective way in 2020
Applying for a visa to travel to Russia from the UK, whether for work, business, study or tourism, is not as complicated a process as it may seems. In this article, I'll explain how to gather all of the documents you'll need to apply for a visa from your computer in a way that is quick (less than 1 hour) and cost-effective. Updated in January 2020. Originally written in October Read More
Zaryadye Park in Moscow: one of the best places in the world
Zaryadye Park is one of the new symbols of the city and has already gained international recognition. Located in the heart of Moscow, a stone's throw from the Kremlin, it recreates the different landscapes of Russia. Its floating bridge has already become one of the city’s main tourist attractions. But the park also includes exhibitions, concert halls and restored historic buildings. Zaryadye Park Read More
Do I need the original invitation to get a Russian visa or just a hard copy?
A very frequent question when it comes to getting an invitation to Russia is if I need the original or if a hard copy is enough. It depends: some consulates only require a hard copy while others request the original. In this article I explain how to know in which countries a copy is sufficient and in which countries the original invitation is necessary. I also explain how to request the original Read More
Russian Embassies, Consulates and Visa Centers – Updated list
In this section I have compiled the official websites of the Russian Embassies and Consulates located worldwide (from New York to Sydney, passing through London, Paris, Berlin or New Delhi), as well as the existing Russian Visa Centres, sorted by county and city. Below you can see the list that I will try to keep updated. Introduction Russia is present in some 150 countries around the Read More
How to go from Helsinki to St. Petersburg (and what visa do I need)
A very frequently asked question is what is the best way to travel from Helsinki to St. Petersburg, or how to travel without a visa between those cities. Well, to travel from Helsinki to St. Petersburg you have up to five different options: plane, train, boat, bus and car. I’ll tell you what is the best (and the cheapest) way to travel between the two capitals and what type of visa you need in Read More
The Fabergé Museum in St. Petersburg: much more than Easter eggs
One museum that I recommend visiting is the Fabergé Museum in St. Petersburg, a small, elegant museum that exhibits the favorite jewels of the czars, among which the famous Easter eggs are the most notable. It is located in downtown St. Petersburg in a beautiful, recently restored 18th century palace. In this article I’ll tell you everything about this little gem of a museum. 1. A Little Gem Read More
Russian invitation for migration risk countries (visa support)
Getting an invitation to Russia is usually easy for citizens of many countries. However, there are some countries, called “migration risk countries” by the Russian authorities (such as Pakistan, Algeria, Vietnam or Turkmenistan) for which additional documentation is required. In this article I explain what are migration risk countries and how to get an invitation (visa support voucher) for these Read More
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