Griboyedov Canal, Saint Petersburg

Name: Griboyedov Canal
Address: Saint Petersburg, Russia

#125 among attractions in Saint Petersburg

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Facts and practical information

The Griboyedov Canal or Kanal Griboyedova is a canal in Saint Petersburg, constructed in 1739 along the existing Krivusha river. In 1764–90, the canal was deepened and the banks were reinforced and covered with granite. ()

Local name: Канал Грибоедова Length: 3 miCoordinates: 59°55'58"N, 30°19'30"E

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Центральный район (№78)Saint Petersburg Russia

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Day trips

Griboyedov Canal – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Nevsky Prospect, Stroganov Palace, Our-Lady-of-Kazan Cathedral, Blue Oyster.

~1590 ftNE
Monumental main street of St. Petersburg
Nevsky Prospect, Saint Petersburg
8 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...
~1340 ftNW
Pink palace, part of the Russian Museum
Stroganov Palace, Saint Petersburg
7 min walk • The Stroganov Palace stands as a testament to the opulence and grandeur of Saint Petersburg's architectural heritage. Nestled on the Nevsky Prospect, the city's main avenue, this Rococo palace is a dazzling example of the wealth and power of the Stroganov family, for...
~630 ftN
Colonnaded Russian Orthodox cathedral
Our-Lady-of-Kazan Cathedral, Saint Petersburg
4 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...
~570 ftSE
Dancing, Nightlife
Blue Oyster, Saint Petersburg
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Saint Petersburg, Russia, Blue Oyster stands as a testament to the city's vibrant cultural and social scene. This iconic establishment, known for its eclectic atmosphere and diverse programming, has become a staple in the local arts community.
~960 ftE
Shopping, Shopping district
Sadovaya Street, Saint Petersburg
5 min walk • Sadovaya Street or Garden Street is a major thoroughfare in Saint Petersburg, Russia, passing through the historic city center.
~1640 ftNE
Church
Saint Catherine's Armenian Church, Saint Petersburg
8 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.
~1070 ftNE
City hall, Historical place
Saint Petersburg City Duma, Saint Petersburg
6 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.
~1010 ftN
Bridge
Kazansky Bridge, Saint Petersburg
5 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.
~180 ftS
Bridge
Bank Bridge, Saint Petersburg
1 min walk • Bank Bridge is a 25 m long pedestrian bridge crossing the Griboedov Canal near the former Assignation Bank in Saint Petersburg, Russia. Like other bridges across the canal, the existing structure dates from 1826. The bridge engineer was Wilhelm von Traitteur, who conceived of a pedestrian separation structure suspended by cables.
~1290 ftNE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Church of St. Catherine, Saint Petersburg
7 min walk • The Catholic Church of St Catherine in St. Petersburg is the oldest Catholic church in the Russian Federation, and the only church with the title of basilica. It is located on the Nevsky Prospekt and is a part of the Archdiocese of Moscow headed by Msgr. Paolo Pezzi.
~1620 ftNW
Bridge
Green Bridge, Saint Petersburg
8 min walk • Green Bridge is a bridge across Moika River in Saint Petersburg, Russia. It was the first cast iron bridge in the city. In 1713, there was a major road built on the left bank of Neva river, which became the modern Nevsky Prospekt.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Griboyedov Canal?

Nearby attractions include Bank Bridge, Saint Petersburg (1 min walk), Saint Petersburg State University of Economics and Finance, Saint Petersburg (3 min walk), Our-Lady-of-Kazan Cathedral, Saint Petersburg (4 min walk), Flour Bridge, Saint Petersburg (5 min walk).

How to get to Griboyedov Canal by public transport?

The nearest stations to Griboyedov Canal:

Trolleybus

Казанский собор • Lines: 17 (4 min walk)
станция метро Невский проспект • Lines: 1, 10, 11, 22, 5, 7 (5 min walk)

Metro

Невский проспект • Lines: 2 (4 min walk)
Гостиный двор • Lines: 3 (6 min walk)

Bus

улица Ломоносова • Lines: 181, 49 (4 min walk)
Улица Ломоносова • Lines: 181, 49 (5 min walk)

Tram

Апраксин двор • Lines: 3 (5 min walk)
Apraksin Dvor • Lines: 3 (5 min walk)

Ferry

Дворцовая пристань (20 min walk)

Train

St Petersburg Vitebskii (25 min walk)