Statue of Alexander Pushkin, Saint Petersburg

Name: Statue of Alexander Pushkin
Address: Centerpiece of the square, Saint Petersburg, Russia

#347 among attractions in Saint Petersburg

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Monument to Alexander Sergeevich Pushkin by sculptor M. K. Anikushin and architect V. A. Petrov - erected on June 19, 1957 in Leningrad, on Arts Square in front of the State Russian Museum. The opening of the monument was timed to coincide with the celebration of the 250th anniversary of Leningrad.

Alternative names: Coordinates: 59°56'14"N, 30°19'54"E

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Centerpiece of the squareЦентральный район (Дворцовый)Saint Petersburg Russia

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Statue of Alexander Pushkin – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Nevsky Prospect, Church of the Savior on Blood, Russian Museum, Our-Lady-of-Kazan Cathedral.

~1090 ftS
Monumental main street of St. Petersburg
Nevsky Prospect, Saint Petersburg
6 min walk • Nevsky Prospect is the main thoroughfare in Saint Petersburg, Russia, and a premier shopping district renowned for its vibrant and bustling atmosphere. Stretching approximately 4.5 kilometers, this grand avenue is steeped in history and modern commerce, making it a...
~1100 ftNW
1880s church with vibrant, lavish design
Church of the Savior on Blood, Saint Petersburg
6 min walk • The Church of the Savior on Blood stands as an architectural masterpiece in the heart of Saint Petersburg, Russia. This magnificent church was built on the site where Emperor Alexander II was fatally wounded in 1881. Consecrated in 1907, the church was dedicated to his...
~520 ftNW
Museum, Art museum
Russian Museum, Saint Petersburg
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Saint Petersburg, the Russian Museum stands as a cultural beacon, showcasing the country's rich artistic heritage. Officially known as the State Russian Museum, it is the largest depository of Russian fine art in St.
~1660 ftSW
Colonnaded Russian Orthodox cathedral
Our-Lady-of-Kazan Cathedral, Saint Petersburg
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Saint Petersburg, the Our-Lady-of-Kazan Cathedral stands as a monumental testament to Russian Orthodox architecture and religious devotion. This majestic church, completed in 1811, is revered not only for its spiritual significance but also for...
~1580 ftNE
Art exhibitions in 1790s royal residence
Saint Michael's Castle, Saint Petersburg
8 min walk • Saint Michael's Castle, also known as Mikhailovsky Castle or the Engineers' Castle, is a striking historical edifice and museum nestled in the heart of Saint Petersburg, Russia. This architectural marvel reflects a fusion of styles, from classicism to gothic, and was...
~540 ftNE
Museum, Empire architecture, Specialty museum
Russian Museum of Ethnography, Saint Petersburg
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Saint Petersburg, the Russian Museum of Ethnography offers a fascinating journey through the diverse cultures and traditions of the peoples of Russia. This museum, a treasure trove of anthropological wonders, is located near the famed Marble...
~1610 ftSE
Art Nouveau architecture
Eliseyev Emporium, Saint Petersburg
8 min walk • Elisseeff Emporium in St. Petersburg is a large retail and entertainment complex, including a famous food hall, constructed in 1902–1903 for the Elisseeff Brothers.
~710 ftS
Church
Saint Catherine's Armenian Church, Saint Petersburg
4 min walk • St. Catherine's Armenian Church is an Armenian Apostolic church on Nevsky Prospect, in central Saint Petersburg, Russia. Built in the 1770s, it is one of the earliest Armenian churches in Russia.
~1030 ftS
City hall, Historical place
Saint Petersburg City Duma, Saint Petersburg
5 min walk • Saint Petersburg City Duma was established in 1785 in the course of Catherine the Great's municipal reform. Emperor Paul replaced it by the so-called Ratusha, but his son, Alexander I, had the Duma restored four years later.
~1180 ftSW
Bridge
Kazansky Bridge, Saint Petersburg
6 min walk • Kazansky Bridge is a bridge across Griboyedov Canal in Saint Petersburg, Russia. From 1766 to 1830, it had the name Rozhdestvensky Bridge and from 1923 to 1944—Plekhanov Bridge. It is located near the Kazan Cathedral. The bridge's length is 18.8 metres, and the width is 95.5 metres. It is second-widest bridge in St.
~1440 ftNE
Monuments and statues
Monument to Peter I, Saint Petersburg
7 min walk • The Monument to Peter I is a bronze equestrian monument of Peter the Great in front of the St. Michael's Castle in Saint Petersburg, Russia.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Statue of Alexander Pushkin?

Nearby attractions include Muzej-kvartira I.I. Brodskogo, Saint Petersburg (2 min walk), Mikhailovsky Theatre, Saint Petersburg (3 min walk), Saint Petersburg Philharmonia, Saint Petersburg (3 min walk), Russian Museum, Saint Petersburg (3 min walk).

How to get to Statue of Alexander Pushkin by public transport?

The nearest stations to Statue of Alexander Pushkin:

Bus

Инженерная улица • Lines: 49 (5 min walk)
Невский проспект • Lines: 49 (6 min walk)

Tram

Инженерная улица • Lines: 3 (5 min walk)
Итальянская улица • Lines: 3 (5 min walk)

Trolleybus

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

Metro

Гостиный двор • Lines: 3 (6 min walk)
Невский проспект • Lines: 2 (7 min walk)

Ferry

Дворцовая пристань (18 min walk)

Train

St. Petersburg Glavny (34 min walk)