Visit one of the most famous Russian cathedrals with a guide and learn all the secrets of its construction and history.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Small group
- Limited to 10 participants
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 1 hour
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Skip the ticket line
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, French, German, Italian, Russian
Experience
Highlights
- Discover the richly decorated interior of the cathedral
- See the exterior sculptures
- Enjoy a panoramic view of St. Petersburg from the balcony
- Learn the history of the cathedral
Full description
With your guide, discover the main building in the history of northern capital. You will find out the details of its construction and history. Because of the cultural and historical background, Saint Isaac's Cathedral is no doubt a must visit in Saint-Petersburg, and in Russia in general.
St. Isaac Cathedral can host over 14,000 people in its walls and has a height of 102 meters. On the rooftop of the cathedral, you can see a unique and breathtaking panoramic view of the city. St. Isaac Cathedral was built over 40 years during the reign of three emperors, Alexander I, Nicolas I, and Alexander II. This cathedral had been a center of religion in Saint-Petersburg up until 1917. The grand opening of the third biggest cathedral in the world was held in 1858. For that time, the construction of such a giant cathedral was an architectural wonder and the cathedral is still recognized as a major monument in Russia.
Includes
- Skip-the-line tickets to the cathedral
- 1-hour private tour of the cathedral
- Access to the balcony with a panoramic view of St. Petersburg
Not suitable for
- Wheelchair users
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Meeting point
At the front entrance of the Hotel Angleterre. Your private guide will be waiting for you 15 minutes before the tour starts with a sign with your name on it.
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Know before you go
- Mobile vouchers accepted: no need to print anything
- You'll go to one of the highest panoramas of St. Petersburg on the colonnade and you'll have to climb some stairs to get there
- Your private guide will be waiting for you 15 minutes before the tour starts with a sign with your name on it
