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Unlock the Secrets of Hidden St. Petersburg on a Private Evening Tour (2 hours)

Discover the hidden secrets of St Petersburg at night and marvel at its tucked-away oddities on this walking tour with an informative guide. Head off the beaten path and see unique sights, such as a yard of storybook characters from ‘The Wizard of Oz.’ Hear stories of Rasputin, view where Lenin once lived and search for a doorway to a nuclear shelter. Enjoy personal attention from your guide.
  • 2-hour evening walking tour of St Petersburg’s hidden side
  • Uncover lesser-known mysteries of the city with a knowledgeable guide
  • Discover a secret passageway to a nuclear shelter at Vosstania Square metro station and see a Soviet-era building where nuclear subs were built
  • View the homes of Rasputin and Lenin, and a rare portrait of Stalin
  • Visit a yard decorated like the Emerald City in The Wizard of Oz
Begin your walking tour of St Petersburg’s hidden side at Vosstania Square metro station. Here, amid the ornate décor, your guide will show you the metro’s last surviving image of Stalin and help you discover huge station doors that lead to a secret nuclear shelter. Afterward, continue walking to see a Soviet-style building where Red Octobers – nuclear submarines – were designed, and view a monument to Russian submarines.
From here, head on a short walk to the house of Rasputin, one of Russia’s most mysterious men, and glimpse Lenin’s apartment nearby. Follow your guide through the dim archways of the buildings to experience the spooky darkness of the “well yards.”
Escape to Vitebsky train station and admire its gorgeous art nouveau façade before a short stroll to see an entire yard built like The Wizard of Oz. Your guide will point out the Emerald City playground as well as paintings and sculptures of the storybook characters.
End your walking tour next to Vladimirskaya metro station, where you’ll see a monument dedicated to Dostoyevsky, one of Russian most famous authors.
Type: Private Tour
Duration: 2 hours
Departure time: 07:00 PM

Important info

Price includes
  • Professional English-speaking guide assistance. Other languages upon request (additional charge may apply)
  • Metro fare
Not included
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Entrance fees
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities (optional)
Departure and Return
Departure point: Vosstania Square
Duration: 2 hours (approx.)
Return details: Concludes at Vladimirskaya Metro at approximately 9:30pm

Sights included in program

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