MOSCOW & SAINT PETERSBURG IN 7 DAYS
The perfect first trip to Russia combining iconic landmarks, imperial culture, and vibrant city life.
⏳ Duration: 7 days
📅 Best Time to Visit
🌿 May-September (best weather)
❄️ December-January (winter atmosphere)
🗺️ Route: Moscow → Saint Petersburg
👉 Best for: first-time visitors, culture lovers
collage of Moscow and Saint Petersburg landmarks Russia travel itinerary

Day-by-Day Itinerary

📍 Day 1: Arrival in Moscow
Focus: Easy arrival + first impressions
👉 Check in to your hotel
👉 Walk around city center.
💡 Smart Tips
  • Stay near Red Square or Tverskaya Street for convenience.
  • Evening Moscow is great for atmosphere and photos.
📍 Day 2: Moscow Highlights
Focus: Iconic landmarks
👉 Walk across Red Square.
👉 Visit Saint Basil's Cathedral.
👉 Explore the Moscow Kremlin.
👉 Walk through Alexander Garden.
💡 Smart Tips
  • The Moscow Kremlin is open daily from 9:30 to 18:30.
  • Saint Basil's Cathedral is open daily from 10:00 to 18:00 (May-August) or from 11:00 to 17:00 (November-April).
📍 Day 3: Moscow Culture & Metro
Focus: Local life + unique experiences
👉 Explore the Moscow Metro.
👉 Walk around Arbat Street.
👉 Enjor art masterpieces in Tretyakov Gallery or Russian ballet in Bolshoi Theater.
💡 Smart Tips
  • Avoid rush hours when exploring metro.
  • Komsomolskaya, Mayakovskaya and Ploshchad Revolyutsii stations are especially fascinating.
  • Book ballet tickets 2-3 months in advance.
📍 Day 4: Travel to Saint Petersburg
Focus: Smooth transition
👉 Take high-speed train (~4 hours).
👉 Check in to hotel.
👉 Evening walk along Nevsky Prospect.
💡 Smart Tips
  • Book train tickets in advance.
  • Choose morning or midday departure.
  • Stay near Nevsky Prospect / historic center.
📍 Day 5: Saint Petersburg Highlights
Focus: Culture + architecture
👉 Visit the Hermitage Museum.
👉 Walk around Palace Square and Palace Embankment. Take a look at Bronze Horseman.
💡 Smart Tips
  • The Hermitage Museum is open from 11:00 to 18:00 (Wed, Thu, Sun) and from 11:00 to 20:00 (Tue, Fri, Sat). It is closed on Monday.
📍 Day 6: Canals & City Atmosphere
Focus: Experience the city
👉 Walk along canals and bridges. Take a boat tour.
👉 Visit St. Isaac’s Cathedral (climb the colonnade for city views).
👉 Explore Nevsky Prospect.
💡 Smart Tips
  • Boat tours are best in late afternoon or sunset
  • Look for souvenirs on Nevsky Prospect or at the souvenir market near Gostiny Dvor.
📍 Day 7: Palaces & Views
Focus: Imperial Russia
👉 Take a boat or train and visit Peterhof Palace.
👉 Explore the Lower Park with its gilded fountains.
💡 Smart Tips
  • It will take about 40 min. to reach Peterhof Palace.
  • Peterhof Palace is open daily except Monday from 10:00 to 17:00,
  • Fountains operate from May to September.
couple walking in Moscow park evening travel experience
💰 Estimated Budget
Mid-range: €140–€220 per person per day
Includes:
  • Hotel (3–4★ or apartment)
  • Restaurants
  • Transport (metro + train)
  • Main attractions
💡 Practical Tips
  • Get Aeroexpress train or use Yandex Taxi app to get from/to Moscow airports.
  • Use Yandex Taxi app to get from/to St. Petersburg airport.
  • Use metro in both cities. Get Troika (Moscow) or Podorozhnik (St. Petersburg) cards.
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<p>Moscow</p>

Moscow

The dynamic capital of Russia where imperial history meets modern energy, iconic landmarks, and world-class culture.
<p>Saint Petersburg</p>

Saint Petersburg

Russia's most beautiful imperial city, famous for canals, grand palaces, and the magical White Nights in summer.
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