Mikhailovsky Theatre, Saint Petersburg

Name: Mikhailovsky Theatre
Address: Saint Petersburg, Russia
Telephone: +7 812 595-43-05

#152 among attractions in Saint Petersburg

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Facts and practical information

The Mikhailovsky Theatre is one of Russia's oldest opera and ballet houses. It was founded in 1833 and is situated in a historical building on 1, Arts Square in Saint Petersburg. It is named after Grand Duke Michael Pavlovich of Russia. Since 1989, it has borne the Modest Mussorgsky name. Since 1991 it has officially been named The St Petersburg Mussorgsky State Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre—Mikhailovsky Theatre. ()

Local name: Михайловский театр Coordinates: 59°56'16"N, 30°19'45"E

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Центральный район (Дворцовый)Saint Petersburg Russia

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+7 812 595-43-05

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Day trips

Mikhailovsky Theatre – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Nevsky Prospect, Church of the Savior on Blood, Russian Museum, Stroganov Palace.

~1450 ftSE
Monumental main street of St. Petersburg
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~770 ftN
1880s church with vibrant, lavish design
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~330 ftNE
Museum, Art museum
Russian Museum, Saint Petersburg
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~1800 ftSW
Pink palace, part of the Russian Museum
Stroganov Palace, Saint Petersburg
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~1540 ftSW
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~1780 ftNE
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~1770 ftNE
Bridge
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~910 ftE
Museum, Empire architecture, Specialty museum
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Church
Saint Catherine's Armenian Church, Saint Petersburg
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~1170 ftS
City hall, Historical place
Saint Petersburg City Duma, Saint Petersburg
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Mikhailovsky Theatre open?

Mikhailovsky Theatre is open:

Monday 10 am - 9 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 9 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 9 pm
Thursday 10 am - 9 pm
Friday 10 am - 9 pm
Saturday 10 am - 9 pm
Sunday 10 am - 9 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Mikhailovsky Theatre?

Nearby attractions include Muzej-kvartira I.I. Brodskogo, Saint Petersburg (1 min walk), Russian Museum, Saint Petersburg (2 min walk), Saint-Petersburg State University of Culture and Arts, Saint Petersburg (3 min walk), Italian Bridge, Saint Petersburg (3 min walk).

How to get to Mikhailovsky Theatre by public transport?

The nearest stations to Mikhailovsky Theatre:

Trolleybus

Metro station Nevsky Prospect • Lines: 1, 10, 11, 22, 5, 7 (5 min walk)
станция метро Гостиный двор • Lines: 1, 10, 11, 22, 5, 7 (7 min walk)

Bus

станция метро Невский проспект • Lines: 191, 22, 24, 27, 3, 7 (6 min walk)
Инженерная улица • Lines: 49 (7 min walk)

Tram

Инженерная улица • Lines: 3 (7 min walk)
Итальянская улица • Lines: 3 (8 min walk)

Metro

Гостиный двор • Lines: 3 (7 min walk)
Невский проспект • Lines: 2 (7 min walk)

Ferry

Дворцовая пристань (16 min walk)

Train

St. Petersburg Glavny (36 min walk)